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Building a Garden in 5 Steps

potted perennial plants arranged on the ground to visualize the completed garden

There are no rules for garden design; they can be as simple as a meadow of scattered wildflowers or as complex as a formal French garden. Here are 5 simple steps to getting your garden started.

Planting Trees for a Purpose

So you’re looking to add a tree to the landscape. Learn about trees to grow for: full sun, shade, privacy, wet areas, attracting pollinators, providing shade, and four season interest.

To Prune or Not to Prune

Gardeners everywhere are eager for the threat of frost to pass, excitedly dreaming about the spring and summer sunshine that makes their gardens come alive. Here his a breakdown to when to prune your plants.

Cercis Eastern Tree Form 25G

Deep pink flowers.

Redbud Eastern Tree Form 25G

Native to North America and suitable for a variety of climates and soil conditions.  Small deep pink flowers bloom prolifically in early spring.  Grows up to 30′ feet tall.  Plant in full sun to part shade in well draining soil.

Cercis Eastern Tree Form 15G

Deep pink flowers

Redbud Easter Tree Form 15G

Native to North America and suitable for a variety of climates and soil conditions.  Small deep pink flowers bloom prolifically in early spring.  Grows up to 30′ feet tall.  Plant in full sun to part shade in well draining soil.

Cercis Forest Pansy 2″ B&B

Deep purple-maroon flowers

Redbud Forest Pansy 2′ B&B

Cultivar of the Eastern Redbud has small, deep purple-maroon flowers bloom each spring.  Grows up to 20′ tall and 25′ wide.  Plant in full to part sun in well draining soil.

Cercis Ruby Falls 15G

Redbud Ruby Falls 15G

Compact, dwarf specimen tree that sports fuchsia pink flowers like any other Redbud in the spring. Weeping habit gives this tree a unique look and makes it a great choice for tight spaces.

Products

Our Products The Benefit of Buying Local Cross Creek Nursery grows many of the annuals, perennials, trees, shrubs, and groundcover offered at our nursery locations. Our team of skilled growers raises plants from seed, cuttings, or plugs to supply our nurseries with quality inventory for the community to enjoy. By growing ourselves locally, we’re able … Read more

Breaking Bud

Breaking Bud Few things rival the joy of new green growth, spring flowers, and baby birds! Spring is a most joyous time of renewal and rebirth. It’s a time of great inspiration – and often our busiest time for landscaping! With so much a-buzz, there’s a lot to think about and even more to do! … Read more