When summer hits its stride in Massachusetts, native plants step into the spotlight, bursting into bloom just when pollinators need them most. These tough, beautiful natives are adapted to our New England climate, making them reliable performers in both wild and cultivated landscapes. Whether you’re gardening for beauty, biodiversity, or a bit of both, here […]
Caring for your lawn in the summer can feel a bit like babysitting a cranky toddler—hot, thirsty, and not afraid to show it. But with a few smart steps, you can keep your grass green, healthy, and thriving even through the dog days of July. First, Let’s Talk Water. The most important summer lawn tip? […]
By mid-July, many gardens are in full bloom—but if your annuals and perennials are starting to look a little tired, it might be time to give them a gentle summer refresh. Deadheading, or removing spent flowers, encourages your plants to keep producing blooms instead of going to seed. Regularly snipping off faded blossoms from zinnias, […]
Hello friends, Let’s just call it what it was—this past spring was a soggy, slug-filled, fungus-fueled mess. For weeks, I felt more like a puddle-splasher than a plant whisperer. But good news: summer is officially here, the sun has returned, and it’s time to shake off the mildew, hose off our trowels, and get back […]
After the coldest, wettest spring in recent memory, our tomatoes are finally stretching their leaves and trying to catch up. If your plants look a little pale or stunted, you’re not alone! Cool temps and soggy soils have slowed root development and stressed young plants—but with the right care in June, your tomatoes can still […]
You brought home a beautiful hanging basket. It’s bursting with blooms and making your porch look straight out of a magazine. Fast forward to mid-July and… womp womp—it’s looking more “crispy critter” than container garden. But it doesn’t have to be this way! Here at Lakeview,we grow thousands of hanging baskets and we’ve got the […]
When the summer sun settles in over Massachusetts, your plants rely on you more than ever—but watering isn’t just about turning on the hose and hoping for the best. With a few simple adjustments to your watering habits, you can help your plants thrive all season long. Let’s dig in! 🌳 Newly Planted Trees and […]
By Lakeview Nurseries – Your Local Plant Geeks right here in Lunenburg, MA We’ve been hearing from quite a few of you lately about your birch trees looking a little… under the weather. Leaves are curling, browning, or dropping early—and it’s not just the birches. Our majestic beech trees are also showing signs of distress. […]
Calling all curious kiddos and nature-loving families! This summer, we’re inviting young explorers to join in on the buzz with our brand new Kids Pollinator Program—a fun and educational adventure designed to get kids excited about bees, butterflies, and all the amazing pollinators that keep our gardens growing. Here’s how it works: 🌸 Stop in […]
A serious look at slugs, red thread, leaf curl, and black spot—and how to fight back before summer. A chilly, rainy spring can feel like a cruel joke to New England gardeners. While we waited for warm weather, our gardens quietly became a breeding ground for fungal diseases, hungry pests, and all sorts of issues […]