Hydrangeas are among the most popular flowering shrubs in home landscapes, prized for their large blooms and long season of color. However, one of the most common gardening mistakes happens when hydrangeas are pruned at the wrong time. Before pruning hydrangeas in spring, it is essential to understand the type of hydrangea you have. Some […]
Spring planting season is an exciting time for gardeners, but in many areas of New Jersey and the surrounding region, deer can quickly turn a beautiful garden into an all you can eat buffet. Planning ahead with deer resistant plants and thoughtful garden design can greatly reduce browsing damage and help your landscape thrive throughout […]
As the gardening season begins to take shape in Hackettstown, Donaldson’s Greenhouse & Nursery is already filling the greenhouse with fresh plants, vibrant color, and everything gardeners need to get ready for the months ahead. Whether you are refreshing your indoor plant collection or preparing your outdoor spaces for spring planting, now is a great […]
As the days grow longer and sunlight begins returning to our homes, early spring is the perfect time to give houseplants a seasonal reset. Plants that have spent the winter months in lower light and slower growth conditions often benefit from a little extra care as they prepare for the active growing season ahead. At […]
Check out this video for a full seasonal refresh, starting indoors with the repotting of several favorite houseplants and ending outside with important garden prep. You will see practical, real life tips for repotting plants like Kalanchoes, Anthuriums, and Peperomias, including how to choose the right size pots and why regular potting soil can work […]
Plan Ahead for a Thoughtful, Well Designed Landscape When winter settles into Hackettstown and outdoor gardens go quiet, many homeowners assume landscaping has to wait until spring. In reality, winter is one of the best times to work with a garden designer. Early planning allows you to make thoughtful decisions, avoid rushed choices, and create […]
Check out this video for a cozy little jump-start to the 2026 garden season. The host kicks things off by planting cold-tolerant favorites like True Blue pansies and Lemon Chiffon violas, sharing her full seed-starting setup from soil prep to paper pots and grow lights. She walks through timing tips for spring blooms, shows how […]
Winter in Hackettstown has its own quiet beauty, but once the garden beds are tucked in and daylight fades early, many homes start to feel a little bare. The good news is that winter is actually a wonderful time to enjoy houseplants. Many popular varieties don’t just survive the season, they thrive in it, even […]
Start the Season with Realistic Habits for Long Term Success A new year often brings fresh inspiration, and for many gardeners in Hackettstown and throughout northern New Jersey, winter is the perfect time to rethink outdoor spaces and set realistic goals for the season ahead. Instead of focusing on big overhauls, more homeowners are choosing […]
Build Stronger Plants from the Ground Up Healthy gardens always begin below the surface. Whether you are growing flowers, vegetables, shrubs, or trees in Hackettstown or throughout northern New Jersey, soil health plays a major role in how well plants grow and thrive. Improving soil structure is one of the simplest ways to support stronger […]