Category Archives: Garden Tips

Colorful Creations: Dive into the Fun of Container Gardening at Cole Gardens

Imagine yourself as a painter, but your palette is brimming with vibrant flowers, lush foliage, and unique plant varieties, ready to bring a container garden masterpiece to life. At Cole Gardens, we believe container gardening is a fun, easy, and accessible way to bring your outdoor or indoor spaces to life, and we’re excited to […]

The Joy of July: Essential Gardening Tasks for Mid-Summer in New England

From the experts at Cole Gardens In the heart of the New England summer, our gardens burst with color, fragrance, and the buzz of diligent pollinators. The seeds we planted in spring have blossomed into a full and lush landscape. While July is a time for basking in the fruits of our efforts, there are […]

Creating a Butterfly Haven in Your Garden: Top Plants for a Thriving Butterfly Garden

Butterflies, with their delicate wings and vibrant colors, bring beauty and enchantment to any garden. Not only are they captivating to watch, but they also play a vital role in pollination. If you’re looking to attract a diverse array of butterflies to your garden, creating a butterfly-friendly habitat is key. Cole Gardens in Concord, NH, […]

June is National Pollinator Month

June is National Pollinator Month: Celebrating the Vital Role of Bees, Butterflies, and Pollinator-Friendly Plants at Cole Gardens in Concord, NH As June ushers in National Pollinator Month, it is an opportune time to recognize the importance of pollinators and promote their conservation. Bees, butterflies, and other pollinators are instrumental in our ecosystems. At Cole […]

Demystifying Garden Fertilizers: NPK, Organic Options, and Application Tips

A thriving garden begins with healthy soil, and using the right fertilizer is essential for nourishing your plants, trees, and shrubs. With so many options on the market, it can be overwhelming to determine which fertilizer is best for your garden. In this blog post, we’ll explore the basics of garden fertilizers, including understanding the […]

Kitchen Gardens 3 Ways

Creating a Versatile Kitchen Garden: Garden Beds, Raised Beds, and Containers. Introduction A kitchen garden is a fantastic way to grow your own fresh, delicious vegetables, herbs, and berries right in your backyard. With various gardening methods available, such as garden beds, raised beds, and containers, you can easily find the perfect approach to suit […]

Pruning and Fertilizing Hydrangea macrophylla for Stunning Blooms

Introduction Hydrangea macrophylla, commonly known as bigleaf hydrangea, is a popular garden staple beloved for its large, showy blooms that grace gardens from late spring through summer. To keep your hydrangeas healthy and thriving, it’s essential to understand when and how to prune them, as well as the optimal times and methods for fertilizing. In […]