The experts at Cross Creek Nursery and Landscaping provide several different gardening resources throughout the year. We offer monthly newsletters and periodic blogs with timeless information, plus gardening videos that focus on different gardening and seasonal issues that are directly related to the Richmond area.
One of the most popular evergreen shrubs for landscapes- there are few evergreen shrubs more stately than a trimmed boxwood hedge. In addition to good looks, these are evergreen in winter, as well as deer-resistant and low-maintenance. American Available in: 21-24"...
Hydrangeas are perfect for adding color into your landscape. Some varieties start blooming in May while others do not start until July, offering color for any time you require. Some will re-bloom, giving even more color to your landscape. Let’s not forget about the...
Evergreen Hollies Botanical Name: Ilex Crenata This is a species of plant in the family Aquifoliaceae, native to eastern China, Japan, Korea, and Taiwan. It is an evergreen shrub used primarily for planting around the foundation of homes. Blue Maid Size: 8-10' T x...
Did you know apples require cross pollination?!Compatibility is based on bloom time. So choosing the right partner for your Apple Trees is crucial! Apple Trees Tree Name Pollinators Crimson Crisp HoneycrispEmpireYellow DeliciousGranny Smith Red Delicious Yellow...
Perennials are a gardener's dream - they add seasonality, color and texture that are hard to find in any other group of plants. They work well as the majority of a landscape, giving you interest from Spring to Fall or as additions to an existing landscape.
Just like Hummingbirds, Bees need support throughout the season as well! Plant more Bee attracting plants to help pollinate your Fruit Trees, Vegetables, and to support Honey Bees/Native Bees.Native Plants support not only our Native bees but all other pollinators as...
Bring more Hummingbirds to your yard with these plants selections! Hummingbirds are more attracted to tubular shaped blooms, so be sure to work some of these options in to your landscape to support them throughtout the season.
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 provide...
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 by...
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...
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When outdoor temperatures cool and the leaves start to change color, it’s clear that the garden is about to undergo major changes. But as conditions change outside, they also affect your indoor garden: houseplants. Fewer hours of sunlight coupled with dry air can pose...
Fall is the season for planting. Cooling temperatures present a fantastic opportunity to plan a new garden, amend your existing space, or add new plant varieties to enjoy for years to come. Trees, shrubs, perennials, and ground cover all stand a better chance of...
All plants need water. Although some species are naturally drought tolerant once established, they all need to be properly hydrated in the first year or so after planting. When local gardeners reach out to us for plant problem diagnosis in the heat of summer, the...
Ask us! Our talented Cross Creek Nursery staff shares their favorite houseplants and reasons why.
