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Hicks Nurseries Blog
9M ago
Tomatoes are easy to grow and provide an abundance of tasty, juicy, healthy fruit. Nothing beats a homegrown tomato – especially one you’ve grown yourself!
Beefsteak Tomato
Plum Tomato
Here are our 7 tips for a successful tomato harvest: 1. Choose a Full Sun Location.
To be productive, tomato plants need full sun for 6 to 8 hours per day in an open area away from shade producing trees or structures. Therefore a southern exposure is best. The soil must be well-draining and easy to work.
2. Wait to Plant Until After the Last Frost.
Plant after all danger of frost has passed, and t ..read more
Hicks Nurseries Blog
9M ago
In the quest for privacy and seclusion in our outdoor spaces, few solutions are as effective and aesthetically pleasing as living fences created by trees & shrubs. Whether you’re looking to shield your backyard from prying eyes, muffle street noise, or simply enhance the beauty of your landscape, privacy plants offer a versatile and eco-friendly solution. In this guide, we’ll explore the best evergreen and deciduous options for creating privacy, along with essential care tips to ensure their health and vitality.
Emerald Green Arborvitae
Evergreen Screening Plants
Emerald Green Arbo ..read more
Hicks Nurseries Blog
9M ago
Flowering hydrangeas are one of the most popular summer blooming plants on Long Island. They are available in a variety of shapes and colors, have attractive foliage and adapt well to a wide range of garden sites. Whether planted in your garden or cut for bouquets this summer-loving plant is a must for your home.
‘Limelight’ in Tree Form
Essentials for Hydrangea Care
These deciduous shrubs are relatively easy to care for. For big, beautiful blooms every year, follow these care tips:
Sunlight: Partial shade or filtered sun is best. Too much sun will scorch leaves; too much shade leads t ..read more
Hicks Nurseries Blog
10M ago
Knock Out® Shrub Roses
Whether you are an experienced gardener or just starting out, adding roses to your landscape adds a touch of elegance and fragrance helping create a romantic, classic space. From choosing the perfect varieties to troubleshooting common issues, we’ll review everything you need to cultivate a thriving rose garden.
Perfume Delight Hybrid Tea Rose
Exploring Rose Varieties
Each of these beautiful rose breeds offers unique characteristics to suit your garden’s style and needs.
Hybrid Tea Roses: Grand, often fragrant blossoms atop sturdy stems. Parti ..read more
Hicks Nurseries Blog
10M ago
Are you looking to add a burst of flavor and nutrition to your garden? Look no further than blueberry bushes! Not only are these delightful shrubs aesthetically pleasing with their vibrant foliage and delicate blossoms, but they also offer a bounty of delicious, antioxidant-rich berries. We’ll delve into everything you need to know about cultivating blueberry bushes to ensure a thriving harvest year after year.
Blue Crop Blueberry Bush
Blueberry Bush Planting
Blueberry bushes thrive in acidic soil with a pH between 4.5 and 5.5. Before planting, test your soil to ensure it meets these re ..read more
Hicks Nurseries Blog
10M ago
In the quest for privacy and seclusion in our outdoor spaces, few solutions are as effective and aesthetically pleasing as living fences created by trees & shrubs. Whether you’re looking to shield your backyard from prying eyes, muffle street noise, or simply enhance the beauty of your landscape, screening plants offer a versatile and eco-friendly solution. In this guide, we’ll explore the best evergreen and deciduous options for creating living fences, along with essential care tips to ensure their health and vitality.
Emerald Green Arborvitae
Evergreen Screening Options
Emerald G ..read more
Hicks Nurseries Blog
10M ago
Hicks Nurseries, the largest garden center on Long Island, is the ultimate destination for outdoor living. They have an outstanding selection of quality outdoor furniture and accessories including patio dining sets, conversation seating sets, bar sets and firepits. All furniture is displayed in their Outdoor Living Center, located at the nursery in Westbury and a curated collection is available to shop online.
Why Buy Patio Furniture at Hicks Nurseries?
The premier garden center offers customers the option to customize their patio dining sets with mix and match chairs. Want all swivel chairs ..read more
Hicks Nurseries Blog
1y ago
Arborvitae trees offer numerous desirable qualities, from their year-round beauty to their ability to create privacy screens, windbreaks, and lush green backdrops in gardens and landscapes. Occasionally, despite being evergreen, you will see browning which is natural and part of their seasonal shedding process.
The dense outer growth of the arborvitae blocks sunlight from reaching the inner branches, causing them to become shaded and eventually die off. This shedding process reallocates resources to the outer branches, helping the tree maintain overall health. It’s a perfectly normal characte ..read more
Hicks Nurseries Blog
1y ago
Hicks Nurseries, the largest garden center on Long Island, is the ultimate destination for outdoor living. They have an outstanding selection of quality outdoor furniture and accessories including patio dining sets, conversation seating sets, bar sets and firepits. All furniture is displayed in their Outdoor Living Center, located at the nursery in Westbury and a curated collection is available to shop online.
Why Buy Patio Furniture at Hicks Nurseries?
The premier garden center offers customers the option to customize their patio dining sets with mix and match chairs. Want all swivel chairs ..read more
Hicks Nurseries Blog
2y ago
For some, a good night’s sleep can be hard to come by. Create a bedroom retreat where you can rest and recharge by adding indoor plants. Houseplants purify the air, remove toxins and add humidity indoors.
Create a peaceful environment for you to sleep soundly with these five plants:
#1. Snake Plant
Good for overall air purification, the snake plant transforms carbon dioxide into oxygen while you sleep.
#2. Pothos
This beautiful trailing plant will purify the air of harmful toxins day and night.
#3. Peace Lily
Doesn’t the name say it all? The peace transforms carbon dioxide to ..read more