by pleasantview | Aug 29, 2019 | Pollinators
Everyone is talking about pollinators these days. But what’s the big deal? What are pollinators? Why should we care about pollinators? This year at Pleasant View Gardens, we have been hosting our own colony of honeybees, and enjoyed playing an active role in the...
by pleasantview | Apr 12, 2019 | Garden Tips, Spring
Whether in your garden or in a vase on the table, nothing says springtime like daffodils! The colors are so bright and cheery, even on the rainiest spring days daffodils can bring a smile to anyone’s face! Want to grow them yourself? Anything and everything you...
by pleasantview | Mar 29, 2019 | Garden Tips
All this sunshine and fast-melting snow is making me anxious to get out in the garden! How about you? Though it might be a bit too early to dig into the gardens, there are some things you can do now to get a head-start on the season and maybe even get your hands a...
by pleasantview | Aug 1, 2018 | Garden Tips, Pollinators
We all know that native plants serve many great purposes. They filter groundwater and remove contaminants, they provide habitat and food for birds, and they help prevent erosion. But there are several native plants that benefit our native pollinator populations as...
by pleasantview | Jul 1, 2018 | Garden Tips
Succulents have become the new craze in the plant world. Their easy care and interesting foliage make them attractive to gardeners and plant novices alike. We often get asked, “What is the best way to care for a succulent?”. Here are a few tips. Use a...
by pleasantview | Jun 20, 2018 | Garden Tips
As home gardening becomes more popular, small fruit trees are also gaining popularity. Apples are wonderful first trees to start in your yard-so this blog post focus will be on tips and information to help you understand and care for your trees. PLANTING – When...
by pleasantview | Jun 1, 2018 | Garden Wildlife, Pollinators
Pollinators are essential to the food we eat, and the flowers we love. Without them, we wouldn’t have coffee, apples, chocolate, grapes, tomatoes, and the list goes on and on! So how do pollinators go about this daily task? Watch this short video clip to see...
by pleasantview | May 17, 2018 | Uncategorized
Herb gardens and vegetable plots have been popular in the gardening scene for hundreds of years. However, not everyone has time to tend a full-scale garden or the space to do so. No need to worry- growing herbs and veggies count be more easy or convenient! Try...
by pleasantview | May 10, 2018 | Uncategorized
…PLEASANT VIEW GARDENS!!!! Pleasant View Gardens was recently honored with an MNLA Award for Excellence in Garden Landscape. A panel of practicing professionals in landscape education, landscape architecture and horticulture judged each entry based upon quality...
by pleasantview | May 1, 2018 | Garden Pests & Problems
The Japanese Beetle is a copper colored beetle most commonly seen on plants starting in late June to early July and spanning well through August. The adults particularly love Lindens, Roses, Grapes, Canna Lily, Raspberries, and Apple Trees. They devour the leaf...
