Pollinating has become a popular topic over the last few years. Pollinators like butterflies, bees, hummingbirds, birds, beetles, and bats help spread pollen from plant to plant, aiding in the plants’ reproduction and fruit and flower development. Many people are eager to help insects like the Monarch Butterfly, planting butterfly bushes and butterfly weed. Fewer people know exactly why it is important to not only help the butterflies, but other pollinators as well. Why are they important? Well, they play a major role in our food production industry, and studies show one out of every three bit ..read more

Our weather in East Central Indiana and neighboring Ohio can be unpredictable. Next week we are expecting temps in the 90’s and no rain. As, the sun beats down on our gardens it’s crucial to provide our trees, shrubs, perennials, and annuals with the proper hydration they need to stay healthy and vibrant. Don’t worry, Wasson Nursery has you covered with step-by-step instructions to ensure your plants beat the heat and thrive in these unusually hot and dry conditions: Step 1: Know Your Plants’ Thirst: Understanding the unique water requirements of each plant is essential. Trees typically have d ..read more

How to Keep Your Annuals Looking Fresh – From Spring into Summer Be sure you are giving them plenty of water. This varies as seasonal changes occur. But as the days get hotter and the plants get larger, your annuals are going to dry out more quickly. Be sure to keep an eye on them and thoroughly soak your plants when they need water. If you have containerized plants you may need to give them water multiple times in a session if the soil has started to pull away from the container. Fertilize at least 1-2 times per week. We recommend using the free fertilizer available at each Wasson Nursery ..read more

By: Jocelyn Bonesteel Once the coziness of Christmas is over, all the lights come down, and decorations are put away, winter landscapes can look a little bare. The holidays filled every inch of the house and yard, and now the open spots and negative space are all homeowners can see. With the dreariness of winter upon us, now is the time to see what your landscape is missing! Winter landscapes are often difficult for homeowners to think about and plan for. Spring, summer, and even fall are easier since customers can actively shop in those seasons, and many people forget about winter interest wh ..read more

By Jocelyn Bonesteel Once the coziness of Christmas is over, all the lights come down, and decorations are put away, winter landscapes can look a little bare. The holidays filled every inch of the house and yard, and now the open spots and negative space are all homeowners can see. With the dreariness of winter upon us, now is the time to see what your landscape is missing! Winter landscapes are often difficult for homeowners to think about and plan for. Spring, summer, and even fall are easier since customers can actively shop in those seasons, and many people forget about winter interest whe ..read more

By Jocelyn Bonesteel This is a three-part series that will help you use your winter landscape to determine what you may be missing in your landscape all year. Once the coziness of Christmas is over, all the lights come down, and decorations are put away, winter landscapes can look a little bare. The holidays filled every inch of the house and yard, and now the open spots and negative space are all homeowners can see. With the dreariness of winter upon us, now is the time to see what your landscape is missing! Winter landscapes are often difficult for homeowners to think about and plan for. Spr ..read more

From spooky ghosts to terrifying skulls, there are countless designs you can carve into your pumpkin this fall for Halloween. Don’t let your design wither away on your front porch before the trick-or-treaters arrive. It’s inevitable that your pumpkin will eventually rot but here are some of our tips to get your pumpkin to look fresh longer. Picking the perfect pumpkin Look for a pumpkin with a deep orange color. You can buy pumpkins in various colors and shades but the best jack-o-lantern pumpkins are orange all over. If your pumpkin has some minor discoloration it is okay but if it has a lot ..read more

Plant Care 101 – Summer Watering It’s hot out there and your plants are thirsty. Watering your plants, flowers, trees and shrubs is crucial during these hot and humid months because this is when they need you the most. Every plant has different needs when it comes to watering, so you may be asking yourself a few questions. How often should I water them and how do I water them? Don’t overdo it. Most plants die by over-watering vs. under-watering. We recommend watering in the mornings so the plants have enough moisture to handle the hot afternoon sun. This also ensures that any moisture left on ..read more

By Jocelyn Bonesteel Add a burst of color to your 4th of July garden!! What makes a plant red, white or blue? The color that we see in flowers is the light being reflected from plant pigments. The three groups of pigments are known as anthocyanins, carotenoids, and betalains. They exist to attract birds, insects, and animals as pollinators and for seed dispersal methods. We view the color of flowers aesthetically, gravitating toward various plants based on our own tastes. Anthocyanins occur in a vast number, ranging in colors from orange and red to blue and violet. They are a flavonoid compoun ..read more

You may have noticed small, brown, cocoon-like bags hanging from your evergreens lately. These cocoons will not turn into the beautiful butterflies you are expecting! These bags house bagworms: a type of insect that feeds on and destroys plants in your landscape. Without proper treatment, bagworms can cause irreversible damage and the eventual death of your plants. Life Cycle Bagworm eggs begin to hatch at the end of May or beginning of June. The larva uses its silk to hang from trees and can be transported by the wind to other plants. When the larva finds a sufficient host plant, it creates a ..read more