Tag Archives: perennials

The Dirt on Dirt

Posted on August 1, 2017 by Oakland Nursery

 by Kate Wilson We all know that when we put a shovel to the ground here in central Ohio, it can be a bit of a daunting task. We have dense, heavy clay soil which can make digging a hole … Continue reading →

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Beautiful & Tasty Herbs for your Garden

Posted on June 19, 2017 by Oakland Nursery

 by Kate Wilson Yes! You can have hardy, long bloom-time, even steppable, draught-tolerant perennials… that you can eat!  Indeed, many have made even my mediocre home-cooked meals taste decent! We’re talking efficiency here, folks. Not just planting with a purpose, but … Continue reading →

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Old Shrubs, New Uses

Posted on April 4, 2017 by Oakland Nursery

 by Kate Wilson It always amazes me how preferred landscaping styles can inspire such controversy. And I’m not here to condone one way or the other; but rather to encourage and hopefully inspire. Whatever your preference, own it. If you … Continue reading →

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Planting bulbs in the Fall for Spring rewards

Posted on October 12, 2016 by Oakland Nursery

 by Kate Wilson As a mother of two young children, planning ahead and following through as planned is a sweet rarity. There are always well meaning intentions to do more, get more done whether around the house or being more … Continue reading →

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Deer Control?

Posted on January 26, 2016 by Oakland Nursery

Written by Kate Wilson The most popular room in our house is the screen porch, despite its small and somewhat awkward size. Even on cold winter days, if the sun is out, we’re out on the porch. It happens to be … Continue reading →

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Top Five Summer-Blooming Native Perennials

Posted on July 14, 2015 by Oakland Nursery

by Kate Wilson What an unusual summer we’re having, with our rainy June and now a rainy July! Although it hasn’t been the best for my basement, my summer flowers (and weeds) are crazy lush and starting to bloom all over the place. … Continue reading →

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