Looking to add a touch of festive cheer to your home this holiday season? Copper Creek’s garden experts share their top indoor plant picks to bring warmth and color to your winter décor. From the vibrant blooms of Amaryllis and Christmas Cactus to the charming Norfolk Island Pine and classic Poinsettias, these plants are perfect for creating a cozy holiday atmosphere. Learn how to care for each plant and discover creative ways to incorporate them into your seasonal decorations. Make your home merry and bright with these stunning holiday plants!
Poinsettias are as essential to Christmas decor as turkeys are to Thanksgiving. While their vibrant reds and festive colors bring holiday cheer, they can be a little tricky to care for. At Copper Creek’s Garden Center, our experts share their top tips for keeping poinsettias healthy through the season—and maybe even into next year! From finding the right light and managing humidity to watering and encouraging reblooming, we’ve got everything you need to make these beautiful plants last. Dive into our guide and discover how to make your poinsettia thrive all season long.
Transform your home this holiday season with the timeless beauty of Christmas greenery. From fragrant pine and fir branches to festive cedar and holly, fresh greens add a natural touch of elegance and warmth to any space, indoors and out. Our experts at Copper Creek Garden Center share their top tips for selecting, arranging, and preserving holiday greenery, including creative ideas like mantel swags, DIY garlands, centerpiece runners, and stunning outdoor displays. Learn how to keep your greens looking fresh throughout the season and explore unique ways to make them a focal point in your holiday decor. Discover everything you need to bring the holiday spirit into every corner of your home with Copper Creek’s premium greenery selection.
Discover creative, unconventional ways to enjoy spring and fall bulbs year-round with tips from Copper Creek Garden Center and Greenhouse. From layered "lasagna" plantings in pots to enchanting bulb pathways and indoor displays, our experts share unique ideas for showcasing bulbs indoors and out. Whether you're looking to force bulbs for winter blooms, add fragrance to entryways, or create artistic patterns in the garden, these inventive techniques let you make the most of bulbs for a colorful, fragrant, and personalized touch all season long.
As winter draws near, keep the warmth and vitality of summer alive indoors with these top five houseplants. From the easy-care Aloe Vera to the vibrant Bromeliad, these plants bring tropical vibes, improve air quality, and add a touch of greenery to brighten the colder months. Discover which plants thrive indoors and learn why each is perfect for creating a cozy, uplifting atmosphere all winter long.
Preparing your garden for winter in Minnesota is key to ensuring your plants survive the cold and emerge strong in the spring. Nikki Holst, Director of Retail and Customer Experience at Copper Creek Landscapes, shares expert tips on fall garden care, including cleaning up garden beds, mulching, protecting perennials, shrubs, and trees, and winterizing bulbs. Learn how to safeguard your landscape investment and set your garden up for success next year with these essential winter preparation strategies.
Get your garden ready for spring with this comprehensive guide to planting spring bulbs in Minnesota. Learn the best cold-hardy bulbs to plant in the fall, along with expert tips on site selection, planting, and winter care. With proper preparation, you'll enjoy vibrant tulips, daffodils, hyacinths, and more blooming in your garden next year!
Sumacs are a standout in Minnesota’s native landscape, known for their vibrant fall colors and wildlife-friendly seed clusters. These hardy shrubs and small trees thrive in the state’s climate, making them an excellent choice for low-maintenance gardening. At Copper Creek Greenhouse, we love helping our customers discover the benefits of planting sumacs, from erosion control to supporting local wildlife. With species like Staghorn, Smooth, and the dazzling Tiger Eyes variety, there's a perfect sumac for every garden. Visit us today to learn more about adding these beautiful plants to your landscape!
Apple trees thrive in Minnesota with the right care and planning. Cold-hardy varieties like ‘Honeycrisp’ and ‘Haralson’ are ideal for the region’s climate. Plant in a sunny spot with well-draining soil, ideally in spring, for the tree to establish before winter. Pruning during late winter improves air circulation and fruit quality.
Common pests and diseases like apple maggots and fire blight can be managed through regular monitoring and organic controls. Harvest apples in late summer to fall when they easily detach and seeds are dark brown. Protect trees in winter by mulching and wrapping the trunk. With proper care, your Minnesota-grown apples will be a rewarding fall harvest!
For expert advice, visit Copper Creek’s Garden Center in Nisswa.
Chrysanthemums, or mums, are a quintessential fall favorite known for their vibrant hues and hardy nature. In this guide, our experts at Copper Creek Garden Center in Nisswa share essential tips for choosing the best chrysanthemum varieties for Minnesota's colder climate and caring for them to ensure beautiful blooms all season long. From selecting the right types like the Mammoth™ and Minnesota Mum Series to planting, watering, and winterizing, we cover everything you need to know to keep your mums thriving from fall into spring. Visit us at Copper Creek for a wide selection of stunning chrysanthemums and expert advice to make your garden shine this season!
As fall brings cooler temperatures, the threat of frost becomes a concern for gardeners. Protecting your plants during this unpredictable season is crucial to ensure they thrive despite the cold. From bringing potted plants indoors to using frost cloths and mulch, our experts at Copper Creek Greenhouse and Garden Center share essential tips to shield your garden from frost damage. Learn how to safeguard your plants with simple strategies that keep them healthy and resilient all season long.
Discover the beauty and versatility of spirea, a low-maintenance shrub renowned for its stunning blooms and adaptability in various landscapes. In this guide, our garden experts at Copper Creek Garden Center delve into the essentials of spirea care, from selecting the perfect variety to mastering planting, watering, and pruning techniques. Whether you're looking to enhance your garden with vibrant color or create a wildlife-friendly space, spirea is the ideal choice for both beginner and experienced gardeners alike. Learn how to make the most of this resilient and beautiful plant in your landscape.
Tired of deer and rabbits treating your garden like their personal buffet? Our experts at Copper Creek’s Garden Center have compiled a comprehensive guide to help you protect your plants without harming these critters. From effective fencing solutions to natural repellents and scare tactics, discover the best strategies to keep your garden flourishing and critter-free. Explore our tips on selecting deer- and rabbit-resistant plants and learn how to create a garden that’s beautiful and safe from unwelcome visitors.
Caring for Phalaenopsis orchids may seem daunting for beginners, but with the right guidance, you can enjoy their stunning blooms year-round. In this comprehensive guide, we cover essential tips on providing the perfect amount of indirect light, proper watering techniques, and maintaining the ideal humidity and air circulation. You'll also learn how to fertilize, repot, and prune your orchids, ensuring they stay healthy and vibrant. Whether you're new to orchid care or looking to refine your skills, this article will help you nurture your Phalaenopsis orchids to their fullest potential.
Chaos. It often brings to mind disorder and confusion, but in the world of gardening, chaos is taking on a whole new meaning. Introducing chaos gardening—a revolutionary approach that’s making waves on social media, particularly on TikTok. This method celebrates a more natural and unstructured way of planting. Instead of arranging seeds in neat rows, chaos gardening involves scattering a diverse mix of seeds randomly across your garden. The result? A wild, organic, and diverse garden that mirrors the beauty of natural ecosystems. Discover how embracing chaos can transform your gardening experience.
Hydrangeas are quite popular and widely appreciated for their large, colorful blooms and versatility in garden design. Did you know more than 70 species of hydrangeas exist in the world? In some cultures, hydrangeas hold significant meanings and are used in various celebrations and rituals, further boosting their popularity. This month, our garden experts at Copper Creek dig deeper into this beloved perennial and share what you should know to help your hydrangeas grow, including identifying plant zones, planting, watering, fertilizers and amendments, and pruning.
Your gardens and pots are alive with color! It’s the greatest, and most plentiful, time of the season for gardeners throughout Minnesota. However, it’s important to know when you should pluck some of those petals to ensure the proper growth of your prized plants. Deadheading, the process of removing spent flowers from plants, is essential for maintaining plant health and aesthetics. Here are some important things to keep front-of-mind when deadheading plants.
It’s that lovely – and long-awaited – time of year: the time when flowers and trees are in full bloom. And, for pet lovers, it’s also a time when our four-legged companions finally get to stretch their legs and roam outdoors. But this time of year can pose dangerous consequences for animals if they happen to ingest some of our favorite (and common) plants and flowers. Here’s a rundown of what to watch out for when Fluffy is running free this spring and early summer.
The mosquito is often referred to as Minnesota's unofficial state bird. The insect thrives in warm, wet conditions and is a common creature in the state. How can you enjoy the great outdoors during the most beautiful time of the year while retaining your sanity (and skin)? Our plant professionals at The Garden Center at Copper Creek in Nisswa can provide you with a natural route on the road to repelling mosquitoes and other flying pests. There are several plants known for their bug and mosquito-repellent properties. Here is a list of the top bug and mosquito repelling plants you can use now.
Are you looking to enhance your Minnesota garden with perennials that can withstand the summer heat and thrive year after year? Look no further! Our curated list of the top 10 hardy perennials is perfect for summer planting in Minnesota. These resilient plants not only add vibrant color and texture to your landscape but also establish strong root systems to endure the state’s diverse weather conditions. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just starting, these perennials will help you create a beautiful, low-maintenance garden that flourishes season after season. Discover our top 10 picks for hardy perennials that will flourish in Minnesota’s summer conditions that you can plant now.
