Posts by Sky Nursery
Soil Acidity in the PNW
Have you heard that you need to “sweeten” your soil, that you should check your soil pH, or that your soil might be too acidic? Many gardeners have heard about soil acidity or soil pH, but not many of us really understand what it means. It’s an important topic. No matter what else you do,…
Read MoreNew Rose Varieties 2021
For years, Sky Nursery has offered our customers hundreds of varieties of pre-potted roses, available by early February. Sky has one of the largest rose fields in the Seattle-area, and our knowledgeable staff is here to help you select the perfect varieties for your garden. Every year, we bring in a few new varieties to…
Read MoreSquirrels: Garden Friend or Foe?
Squirrels: adorable backyard wildlife, or pesky garden pest? It’s a hot debate in some gardening circles, and consensus may not come anytime soon. In polls, squirrels top lists of everyone’s favorite urban wildlife… and they also top lists of the most annoying pests. But whether you view squirrels as fluffy friends, problem pests, or admirable…
Read MoreWhy Botanical Names Matter
Have you tangled with botanical names yet in your gardening adventures? Chances are that you have, even if you weren’t aware of it at the time! Whether you’ve planted a Hydrangea, Petunia, or Hosta, you’ve at least brushed shoulders with the world of botanical names. Some gardeners are passionate about botanical names. Others see them…
Read MoreTillandsia: The Amazing Easy-Care Air Plant
Tillandsias are enjoying a well-deserved surge in popularity lately, but there are still many indoor gardeners who have yet to give this easy, fun, and rewarding houseplant a try. Also known as “air plants,” tillandsias are unique in that they don’t require soil. This makes them extremely versatile indoor plants, and enthusiasts delight in finding…
Read MorePlant Parenting 101: Three Things to Know Before Buying Your First Houseplant
You’ve thought about it, you’ve dreamed about it, you’ve doodled about it. And now you know it in your heart — you’re ready to become a plant parent. That’s awesome. We fully support your life goals. But if you’re like a lot of prospective indoor gardeners, your next thought might be: Wait, now what? Once…
Read MoreOver-Wintering Hummingbirds in the Puget Sound Area
Make your garden a haven for overwintering Anna’s hummingbirds!
Read MorePoinsettias: A Little History & A Lot of Tips
There’s no question that people love poinsettias. At Sky alone, we sell over a thousand poinsettias every winter. But for all their popularity, poinsettias remain deeply — and some might even say tragically — misunderstood. We’d like to lay some myths to rest, help you get to know your botanical holiday guests a little better,…
Read MoreWinter Container Favorites to Mix & Match
After the glorious abundance of summer annual blooms, the options for beautiful winter containers are too often underrated or overlooked. As a result, too many containers miss out on their potential to add joy and inspiration to the darkest season of the year, as they end up sitting bare and empty on our porches. While…
Read MoreCaring for Carnivores
The outdoor gardening season may be winding down, but it’s always time for indoor gardening. If you’d like to create your very own little shop of horrors, then this post about carnivorous plants is for you! Flesh Eating Foliage Yep, these plants really do eat meat! While most of the ones you’ll find in our…
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