Donaldson’s Picks for Nonstop Garden Color Summer in New Jersey means long days, warm nights, and gardens bursting with life. At Donaldson’s Greenhouse & Nursery, we believe your landscape should be just as vibrant in August as it was in June. That’s why we’re spotlighting summer’s most reliable bloomers — plants that just don’t quit. […]
Simple Tips from Donaldson’s Greenhouse to Extend the Summer Show At Donaldson’s Greenhouse & Nursery, we want your summer garden to stay vibrant and full of color all season long. One of the easiest ways to keep your flowers blooming strong is by practicing a simple gardening technique: deadheading. What Is Deadheading? Deadheading is the […]
At Donaldson’s Greenhouse & Nursery, we love being your go-to source for everything green and growing. As June kicks into high gear, our team is hearing lots of questions from customers navigating the transition from spring to summer gardening. From watering woes to persistent pests, we’ve rounded up your top concerns this month and paired […]
Tips for a Thriving Summer Garden At Donaldson’s Greenhouse & Nursery, we know that June isn’t just the start of summer—it’s one of the best months to plant! Whether you’re filling beds with annual color, adding structure with shrubs, or tucking in a few last-minute veggies, the warmer weather and longer days give plants the […]
Fun Family Activities to Help the Bees This June June is buzzing with opportunity—and at Donaldson’s Greenhouse & Nursery, we love helping families connect with nature while giving pollinators a helping hand. National Pollinator Week (June 16–22) is the perfect time to explore how important bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds are—and how fun it can be […]
Celebrate Dad with Time in the Garden At Donaldson’s Greenhouse & Nursery, we believe the best Father’s Day gifts grow from the ground up. Whether your dad is an avid gardener or simply enjoys the outdoors, there’s nothing quite like sharing time—and a few plants—together. Dig Into a Meaningful Tradition Gardening with Dad often means […]
Get inspired as we fill eight bold containers with sun-loving color and give you an exclusive look at some exciting new shrubs we’re growing out for 2026. It’s full of planting tips, beautiful combos, and a behind-the-scenes glimpse at what’s coming next!
How to Choose and Care for Summer’s Most Stunning Shrub At Donaldson’s Greenhouse & Nursery, we believe every garden deserves a little hydrangea magic. Whether you’re drawn to big, romantic blooms or sculptural elegance, hydrangeas are the showstoppers of summer. With so many beautiful varieties—and a few care quirks—it helps to know which types fit […]
Thoughtful Ways to Make Mom Smile This Spring Mother’s Day is right around the corner—Sunday, May 11th—and there’s no better way to celebrate the love and care of Mom than by spending time together surrounded by flowers, fresh air, and the beauty of nature. At Donaldson’s Greenhouse & Nursery, we believe plants make the perfect […]
Bring Pollinators to Your Garden with Help from Donaldson’s in Hackettstown, NJ If you love the buzz of bees, the flutter of butterflies, and the flash of hummingbird wings, you’re in luck—May is the perfect month to plant a pollinator-friendly garden! Here at Donaldson’s Greenhouse & Nursery, we’ve curated a beautiful selection of trees, shrubs, […]