Category Archives: Floral Arrangements

Happy Holidays to all our New and Existing Customers!

Posted on December 11, 2014 by Oakland Nursery

As the snowflakes fall and temperatures plummet, please remember the theme of the season. Giving is a great way to express gratitude for loved ones and friends. Our friendly and knowledgeable staff can help. At our Oakland Nursery four locations, … Continue reading →

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A REAL CHRISTMAS TREE!

Posted on December 5, 2014 by Oakland Nursery

Now is the perfect time to consider a natural Christmas tree for the holiday season! We have already been selling a considerable number of these with the season being somewhat shorter between Thanksgiving and Christmas; many customers are either considering … Continue reading →

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The Bridge

Posted on July 26, 2014 by Oakland Nursery

From viewing in the garden, to displaying in the home.      It was ironic. After all, at that point in my life I’d spent the last couple of decades designing commercially grown flowers for a living. I had also begun … Continue reading →

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Garden Pottery

Posted on June 12, 2014 by Oakland Nursery

June is the perfect time to shop here at Oakland Nursery.  The weather is not too hot, the perennials and flowering shrubs are in bloom and waiting for that perfect spot in YOUR garden.  Along with the live product, Oakland … Continue reading →

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SUMMER FLOWERING BULBS

Posted on March 25, 2014 by Oakland Nursery

Summer flowering bulbs bring the tropics to your yard.  Now is the time to start planning your tropical paradise.    To get a jump start, plant the bulbs indoors, so they will be big and lush when the warm weather rolls … Continue reading →

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Positively Perfect Plan for Spring Pots

Posted on February 25, 2014 by Oakland Nursery

   1 Decorative Container (Should have a drainage hole) Soil 1 6-8” Forced Flowering Bulb (Hyacinths, Tulips, or Daffodils) Pansies or Violas (numbers will vary depending on size of container) ~5-6 branches of Pussy Willow (add more or less to … Continue reading →

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Make Your Own: Terrariums and Fairy Gardens

Posted on February 4, 2014 by Oakland Nursery

Saturday, February 22nd, 10:00am to 11:30am Feeling those winter blahs? Terrariums are a great way to bring low-maintenance greenery into your home….and with a few additions of woodland creatures and figurines, you can turn your terrarium into an enchanted fairy … Continue reading →

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THE CHRISTMAS CACTUS

Posted on December 11, 2013 by Oakland Nursery

Christmas Cacti are a spectacular group of holiday houseplants that are desired by many. It can be quite intimidating to care for such a beautiful tropical plant. On the other hand, care for this plant is easier than you would … Continue reading →

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Picking the Right Christmas Tree for You and Your Home

Posted on November 26, 2013 by Oakland Nursery

  As we near Christmas, it’s time to start thinking about getting this year’s Christmas tree. Picking the right Christmas tree can be difficult and sometimes times very time consuming due to there being so many choice options. Whether you … Continue reading →

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Growing Indoor Bulbs

Posted on November 16, 2013 by Oakland Nursery

Growing bulbs indoors lets you enjoy the color and fragrance of spring when it’s still months away. Of all flowering bulbs, amaryllis and paperwhites are the easiest with no required precooling to be forced. The Amaryllis originated in South America’s … Continue reading →

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