Bees play an essential role in our gardens and landscapes. As they move from flower to flower collecting nectar and pollen, they help pollinate many of the plants we grow, leading to healthier blooms, fruits, and seeds. Adding bee-friendly plants to your landscape is...
Hummingbirds bring color, movement, and life to the garden while helping pollinate many flowering plants. By choosing nectar-rich plants, you can attract hummingbirds to your landscape from spring through fall. Hummingbirds are especially attracted to bright red,...
When Planting to attract Butterflies, most people think BLOOMS, but Butterflies need host plants too! Be sure to plant a mix of each to fully support all life cycles of Butterflies. You’ll also want to utilize plants that bloom in Spring and Fall as well, to...
Generally, hungry Deer will eat most anything. If you have Deer frequenting your yard, plants these options to have the best luck. When landscaping with Deer resistant plants, lean more towards grasses, scented plants, or big, pluming flowers. Deer are easily scared...
Low maintenance options for sun to shade, these plants take very little watering once established.Annuals will not be as dourght tolerant as established trees, however they will need less water than other annuals. We still receommend waterng at least twice a week to...
Why choose Natives? Native plants not only adapt better in our climate and handle environmentla stressors better, but they also help to support both native and non native pollinators. At Cross Creek, you’ll find not only true Natives, but also Nativars in our...
