April marks the start of a bustling new gardening season here in Utah, with new growth emerging and seasonal tasks piling up all over the garden. Whether you’re a seasoned green thumb or just kicking off your home gardening journey, having a comprehensive checklist of essential gardening tasks this April is essential to ensuring a flourishing garden throughout the year. So, if you’re ready to kickstart your garden this spring, let’s get into it!  Weed Control While weed control is far from anyone’s favorite gardening task, weeds have a nasty habit of taking over a garden if left unchecked ..read more

Your yard is more than just a patch of greenery surrounding your home; it’s an extension of your living space, a sanctuary where you can unwind, entertain, and connect with nature.  Designing your yard requires careful consideration of certain elements to create a space that is visually appealing, functional, and sustainable. In this guide, we’ll explore five essential design principles we use at Millcreek Gardens to help you transform your outdoor space into a harmonious and inviting oasis right in the heart of Salt Lake City. 1. Integrating Form, Function, and Theme To create a cohesive ..read more

One of our favorite things about gardening is growing and harvesting food, and for us, growing fruit trees is one of the most rewarding adventures any gardener can have! Luckily, with its unique climate and soil conditions, Salt Lake City offers fertile ground for a diverse group of fruit-bearing trees, so selecting the right ones will ensure a bountiful harvest year after year. Whether you’re a seasoned food grower or a budding backyard gardener, our fruit tree guide will give you the tips and advice you’ll need to begin growing your personal orchard with confidence! Top Fruit Trees for Salt ..read more

“I desire Millcreek Gardens to be a place where people in the community can come and learn to enjoy gardening. I want to build upon that by creating spaces of learning and inspiration.” —Heidi Orme  A visit to Millcreek Gardens is a whole sensory experience. Thousands of trees, shrubs, perennials, annuals, and herbaceous plants fill the 3.7-acre space with a cacophony of color, fragrance, and texture. The garden center bursts with all the tools and trinkets for adorning landscapes or interiors with plant life.  “Our mission is to be here for the community, to support them in their o ..read more

Creating the perfect garden doesn’t require professional help or a hefty budget: all it takes is some family fun and inspiration! Personalizing outdoor spaces with homemade garden art and decor is becoming a significant trend in 2024, and we want to share some of our favorite DIY garden decor ideas. The Best DIY Garden Decor Ideas for Salt Lake City Give these DIY projects a try this spring to create instant family bonding and a gorgeous garden: Image Credit: https://www.craftingcheerfully.com/  Personalized Garden Stepping Stones Transforming ordinary stepping stones into personalized p ..read more

Spring is fast approaching, which means now’s the perfect time to get your kids ready for some fun garden adventures. In this blog, we’ll explore a variety of kid-friendly gardening activities that you can easily do with your little ones in your Salt Lake City backyard. These hands-on activities and experiments not only foster a love for nature but also provide valuable insights into plant science. So, if you’re looking for things to do with your kids this spring and summer that are as fun as they are educational, let’s get started! Seed Germination Experiments for Kids: Unveiling the Miracle ..read more

Many people don’t think much about their balconies, but a properly designed balcony can quickly become one of your favorite places to enjoy outdoor living. In this blog, we’ll talk about how to make the most of your balcony space and help you turn even your smallest outdoor areas into beautiful, functional garden areas. So, if you’re ready for some serious DIY design inspiration, let’s dig into it! Maximizing Your Balcony Space Living in the heart of Salt Lake City doesn’t mean sacrificing your connection to nature. Even if you have a larger landscape sprawling around your home, a well-planned ..read more

Monsteras, particularly the Deliciosa and Adansonii varieties, have quickly become the new trend in the houseplant scene, and for good reason; their stunning bold foliage makes them the perfect plant for adding a lush, tropical vibe to your Salt Lake City home! In this blog, we’ll share some of our top-notch lighting, watering, and propagation tips to help you elevate your space with these low-maintenance green companions. Setting the Mood: Achieving the Perfect Lighting for Your Monsteras Monstera plants are native to tropical rainforests, a far cry from our unpredictable Salt Lake City clim ..read more

We know it’s still winter, but that doesn’t mean we can’t start thinking about our seeds! Spring will be here before we know it, meaning now’s the perfect time to get a head-start on our indoor seed planting. In this seed-starting guide, we’ll dig into the essential steps—along with a few expert tips and tricks—that will help you ensure your seeds sprout into thriving plants this year. Timing is Everything: Seasonal Seed Planting Calendar for Salt Lake City Above all else, timing your planting is the key to any seed’s success. Salt Lake City’s diverse climate demands a well-thought-out seasona ..read more

Salt Lake City's winters bring about unique challenges for our native feathered friends, as the harsh temperatures and snowy conditions can make it difficult for them to find the resources they need to survive. This means that—as responsible bird-lovers—it's our duty to lend a helping hand during this harsh, unforgiving season. In this guide, we'll explore the best energy-packed bird feeds, discuss essential winter bird feeding dos and don'ts, and answer a few common questions to ensure your backyard becomes a safe haven for a thriving bird community this winter. Winter Bird Feeding Tips ..read more