Top Perennials to Plant in August: A Guide to Choosing Perennials that Will Establish Well in Late Summer for a Robust Display Next Year

By Michelle and the Plant Geeks at Lakeview Nurseries August may signal the winding down of summer, but for gardeners, it’s an ideal time to plant perennials that will establish themselves well for a robust display next year. With warm soil and plenty of daylight, perennials planted now have time to develop strong root systems […]

Container Gardens for Autumn: Creative Ideas for Transitioning Your Summer Container Gardens to Fall with Seasonal Plants

As the vibrant hues of summer begin to fade and cooler temperatures usher in the crispness of fall, it’s the perfect time to refresh your container gardens. With a few creative touches and the right selection of seasonal plants, you can effortlessly transition your summer containers into stunning autumn displays that will brighten your outdoor […]

Building a Butterfly and Hummingbird Garden: Plants and Features to Attract Pollinators During the Summer

Creating a butterfly and hummingbird garden is a rewarding way to bring the beauty of nature into your backyard while supporting essential pollinators. Butterflies and hummingbirds are not only delightful to watch, but they also play a crucial role in pollination, helping to ensure the health and productivity of your garden. Here’s how you can […]

Tomato Tips – Summer Info

Tomatoes are our largest single plant category. We sell more tomato varieties than we sell  petunia varieties and if you’ve spent any time in our Annuals section you know for a fact that I love black petunias, yellow petunias, striped petunias and stars, so the fact that we have more tomato varieties is saying something! […]

Mulch Q&A

Want to garden with less work? Here’s my simple one step process to less work in the garden – add more mulch. There is no hidden snark or even puny garden geek humor here, mulching really is that much of a labor savor. I’ve always believed gardening is part art and part science. I’ve heard […]

Repel Mosquitos Naturally: The Best Plants for Your Garden

As the weather warms up, spending time outdoors becomes more appealing. However, with the pleasant sunshine comes the unwelcome presence of mosquitos. Luckily, there are natural ways to keep these pests at bay by incorporating mosquito-repelling plants into your garden. Here at Lakeview Nurseries, we have a variety of annuals, perennials, herbs, and flowers that […]

Embracing the Locals: The American Beauties Program at Lakeview Nurseries

Greetings, fellow plant enthusiasts, tree huggers, and garden gurus! As we roll up our sleeves and don our most flattering gardening hats, we’re diving into the beautiful world of native plants with our American Beauties program to celebrate Pollinator Week. It’s time to not just embrace local plants but also support the buzzing bees, fluttering […]

Embrace the Joy of a Backyard Orchard: BOGO Fruit Tree Promotion for Father’s Day!

Hey there, green thumbs and garden enthusiasts! Father’s Day is just around the corner, and we’ve got something special brewing at Lakeview Nurseries. We’re thrilled to announce our exclusive Buy One Get One Free fruit tree promotion, starting now and ending on June 16th, Father’s Day. Early birds get the best choice of varieties, so […]