As soon as the snow melts and lawns begin to wake up, many homeowners start thinking about one thing: weeds. Early spring in Illinois offers a small but powerful window to prevent many common lawn weeds before they ever take hold.
At Hinsdale Nurseries, we’re already looking ahead to spring 2026, and trust us: this season is going to be full of texture, color, and effortless beauty. Whether you’re refreshing containers, redesigning a landscape bed, or adding a few new favorites, here’s your Spring Garden Wish List to start building now.
While winter may feel like the “off-season,” it’s actually the perfect time to start laying the groundwork for next year’s garden.
If you want tulips, daffodils, hyacinths, and alliums to light up your garden next spring, fall is when you plant. And yes, late October (and even into early November for some bulbs like daffodils) can still work in Chicagoland as long as the soil is workable and not frozen.
Hydrangeas are one of the most loved flowering shrubs, with their big, cloud-like blooms stealing the show from summer into fall. But pruning them at the wrong time can mean no flowers the following season.
When most people think of fall, they picture pumpkins, mums, and crisp leaves. But a fall garden doesn’t have to fade into browns and golds alone—perennials can keep your yard glowing with color well into the season.
At Hinsdale Nurseries, we believe some things are just better together—like lifelong friendships and well-paired plants. In honor of National Friendship Day, we’re highlighting some of our favorite garden duos that not only grow well side by side but also bring out the best in each other.
Hydrangeas are a beloved staple in many gardens, known for their stunning blooms and lush foliage. But as the summer heat ramps up, these beauties need extra care to thrive.
There’s something magical about June in the garden. The days are longer, the sun is warmer, and every bed, border, and container feels alive with potential.
There’s something magical about June in the garden. The days are longer, the sun is warmer, and every bed, border, and container feels alive with potential.
If you’re looking to fill the spaces between stepping stones, soften the edges of a patio, or create a low-maintenance lawn alternative, groundcovers are a great solution.
The month of May marks the true arrival of the gardening season in Chicagoland. After a long winter and a few spring teases, the soil is finally warming, the days are longer, and it’s time to bring your outdoor space to life.
As we move into a new growing season in Hinsdale, it’s the perfect time to focus on the foundation of your garden: the soil.
As the days grow longer and the weather warms up, it’s time to get your garden ready for a fresh start. At Hinsdale Nurseries, we’re excited to help you embrace the beauty of spring with a to-do checklist designed to make your outdoor spaces thrive.
2025's garden trends blend sustainability, resilience, and timeless beauty—offering both functional and inspiring outdoor spaces.
A new year brings fresh opportunities to enhance your garden and outdoor space. Whether you're looking to refresh your landscape, add vibrant color, or create a more functional and inviting space, there are endless ways to elevate your garden.
Winter in Hinsdale can be a beautiful season, but it also brings challenges for your shrubs. Between freezing temperatures, unpredictable moisture, and hungry critters, it’s important to give your plants the protection they need.
Winter is often viewed as a dormant season in the garden, but with a little planning, your outdoor space can remain lively and inviting even during the coldest months. By choosing plants that offer winter interest, you can transform your landscape into a peaceful, magical retreat. At Hinsdale Nurseries, we’re here to help you embrace the beauty of winter with plants that thrive and captivate all season long.
Are you a creative, experienced landscape designer with a passion for transforming outdoor spaces? Hinsdale Nurseries is excited to announce an opening for a talented Landscape Designer with 3-5 years of experience. As an industry leader in the design/build field, we offer a collaborative team environment, a competitive salary, and the opportunity to work with the highest-quality plant materials locally grown at our farm in Plano, IL.
As the dog days of summer begin to wane, it's time to start preparing your landscape for fall.
Fall is a Great Time to Plant Trees, Shrubs, and Perennials in Zone 5b.
As summer heat peaks in the Chicagoland area, maintaining a lush and vibrant garden becomes challenging. The intense heat and occasional dry spells can strain plants, but with the right strategies, your garden can flourish even during the hottest months. Here are some essential tips to help your landscape thrive this summer.
At Hinsdale Nurseries, we’ve seen firsthand the transformative power of trees in landscapes. Beyond their undeniable beauty, trees offer a multitude of benefits that significantly enhance our environment and personal well-being.
These pet-friendly perennials not only add beauty and interest to your garden but also provide a safe environment for your furry friends to enjoy. While other plants in your garden or landscape may not necessarily be harmful to pets, it's recommended that pets not be left unattended to ensure their safety and well-being.
The cicadas are gearing up for their grand entrance, and we're here to help you prepare!
Spring annuals offer various benefits in the Chicagoland area, enhancing the beauty of gardens and landscapes while providing practical advantages.
Transforming your outdoor space into a winter haven for local birds is an art, and at Hinsdale Nurseries, we're here to guide you through the process. Building a lasting relationship with our feathered friends involves more than just filling a bird feeder; it's about creating a bird-friendly environment that offers sustenance and shelter. Join us as we delve deeper into winter bird feeding!
As the New Year begins, consider a fresh approach to tending your green spaces. Instead of overwhelming yourself with a massive garden wishlist in winter, take it gradually. View your garden as an evolving masterpiece. Select five goals annually, whether from our suggestions or your own. Add five more each year thereafter. Over time, witness your garden gradually manifesting the dreamy vision you've held.
As the winter season approaches, adding a touch of festive beauty to your home can uplift your spirits during the holidays and throughout the chilly months. Hinsdale Nurseries iis here to share some wonderful DIY winter decorations that will infuse your space with a fresh and festive atmosphere. Whether it's for the holidays or beyond, these seasonal decorations will keep your home looking inviting.
Our practical winter care tips are designed to protect your beloved shrubs from snow, ice, drying winds, and the challenges posed by hungry critters. By investing a little effort this fall, your shrubs will emerge healthy and lush as spring returns.
As Thanksgiving approaches, it's time to transform your home into a warm and inviting space for family and friends to gather. One of the most delightful ways to achieve this is through the artful use of flowers and foliage. Here are some Thanksgiving floral decorating ideas that will elevate your celebration and leave a lasting impression on your guests.
It's time to think about preparing your garden for the colder months and fall is an ideal time to cut back certain perennials, which not only helps maintain a tidy appearance but also promotes healthier growth by minimizing diseases and pests. However, it's essential to identify which perennials to prune in the fall, as not all plants benefit from this practice. In this guide, we'll explore the top ten perennials that thrive with a late-season trim, providing you with insights on when and how to prune them effectively.
The recent arrival of the spotted lanternfly in Illinois has raised concerns among residents, but there's no need to panic. The experts at Hinsdale Nurseries have valuable advice on how to respond to this newest insect pest in our state.
Prepare yourself for a stunning springtime spectacle by sowing the seeds of nature's wonders this fall. Discover the best time to plant spring bulbs in Chicago, unleash your inner gardening artist, and learn how to safeguard your garden from pesky squirrels. Explore creative tips for arranging spring flower bulbs and find out how to turn your lawn into a meadow of blooms. Join us in this journey to bring vibrant colors to your garden and embrace the beauty of spring.
As September arrives, a vibrant new palette of flowers bursts into bloom, offering you the perfect opportunity to revitalize your outdoor spaces with stunning seasonal planter designs. These blossoms will grace your pots and containers, infusing your surroundings with warmth and charm that can be savored well into the fall months.
Are you dreaming of a picturesque garden or a vibrant green oasis right outside your door? Hinsdale Nurseries is here to make your gardening dreams come true with our exclusive D.I.Y. Retail Design Service. For a limited time, we're offering an irresistible deal - get a $30 discount on our regular consultation fee of $80!
Are you ready to unlock a world of green savings? Calling all plant enthusiasts, garden gurus, and nature lovers! This is your chance to witness your garden thrive while your savings bloom - all with an exclusive 25% off! But hurry, this incredible offer won't last long!
In our latest video experience the enchantment of nature's wonders at Hinsdale Nurseries. Explore an extensive collection of plants, trees, and garden accessories that will transform your outdoor spaces into breathtaking havens.
Discover the significance of native plants in your garden as they adapt and flourish in their specific regions, benefiting local ecosystems and reducing maintenance. Learn how to incorporate native plants into your landscape with the wide selection of native species and nativars available at Hinsdale Nurseries, providing beauty, sustainability, and support for local wildlife.
Unfortunately, bees face numerous challenges, including habitat loss and pesticide use, which threaten their survival. But fear not, fellow gardeners! With a few simple steps, you can become a superhero for bees and create a buzzing, bee-friendly haven right in your own backyard. Let's dive into some exciting tips and tricks to make your garden a paradise for these incredible creatures.
Welcome to a world where nature's beauty flourishes with the help of a secret ingredient: mulch! In this blog, we'll delve into the incredible benefits of mulching and explore the various types available. From nourishing the soil to enhancing aesthetics, mulch has the power to transform your garden into a flourishing paradise.
By dividing perennials every few years, you not only rejuvenate your plants but also create an abundance of new additions to enhance the beauty of your garden.
With the dry conditions affecting even established plants, it's crucial to take extra care of your green companions during these tough times. Hinsdale Nurseries, your trusted local experts in all things gardening, are here to share some essential tips to help your plants thrive in these adverse conditions.
Are you yearning to transform your landscape into an enchanting paradise? Look no further! Hinsdale Nurseries is here to guide you on a journey of elegance and charm with our carefully curated selection of 10 White Flowering Trees that will truly brighten up your surroundings. With these stunning trees, your outdoor space will radiate natural beauty and leave everyone in awe. Let's explore the enchantment together!
Discover a captivating oasis at Hinsdale Nurseries! Immerse yourself in our brand-new video showcasing an exceptional nursery, filled with a diverse and vibrant collection of plants, nurtured with love and care on our Plano Illinois farm. Turn your outdoor space into a beautiful haven today!
Create Stunning Container Gardens with Our Recipe for Success!
Get your garden blooming and help pollinators thrive with these annual flowers in Illinois. Cosmos, lantana, zinnias, alyssum, and salvia are some of the best options to attract bees and butterflies, and they prefer full sun to part shade. Plant them in the spring after the last frost date and watch your garden come to life!
Celebrate the season of renewal by exploring our 11-acre garden center and discovering our locally sourced collection of plants, perfect for transforming your outdoor living spaces and enhancing the look of your yard, while also picking up some valuable tips and tricks to make the most of spring.
With the ever-changing weather patterns and a growing interest in sustainable gardening practices, it's no wonder that Chicagoland gardeners are always looking for new ways to keep their gardens thriving. While the fashion and design industries are known for celebrating ever-changing trends, gardening trends tend to have more staying power. Keep reading as we explore some of the garden trends emerging in 2023.
As Valentine's Day approaches, take a moment to explore the remarkable symbolism behind flower colors. Rich in history, each tone and tint, from a passionate red to a brilliant yellow, carries its own story of significance.
January is the month to plan and dream about your yard and garden. We've got some ideas to add to your 2023 gardening list.
Bundle up and get ready because cold temps are on their way. Get your landscape reading for the cold months ahead with a few preparation tips, and keep it merry and bright by adding seasonal containers and more!
Not only do these plants soak in the sun, but they are cold-hardy in our local zone, display beautiful color, and bloom the majority of our growing season. Talk about a perennial class act! Which of these would you like to mix and match for year-round color in your garden?
#DYK: Using exotic plants from other regions in your landscape contributes to the decline and possible extinction of our local birds, animals, and insects. That's why every Chicagoland garden needs Coneflowers! These native plants are critical to the health and well-being of native wildlife, providing seeds and nectar for resident animals and pollinators.
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Are you looking to do your own planting? Our retail design service can help you beautify your yard. The possibilities are endless!
We offer a large selection of beautiful plants for wholesale and retail purchase. Check out our new T.V. commercial and learn more.
We offer a large selection of beautiful plants for wholesale and retail purchase. Check out our new T.V. commercial and learn more.
Ready to accessorize your way to a gorgeous yard? Whether it's color, shape, dimension, or all of the above, get your creative juices flowing by visiting our 11-acre nursery in Willowbrook.
Evergreens beautifully bring life during the cold, snowy winter months. But, since they don't require a lot of attention, it's easy to forget that they might need extra protection to stay vibrant this time of year. While they can endure a midwest winter, a little care in the fall will decrease the potential for damage, allowing them to maintain good health through the season.
Plants can be picky. So, it’s important to tend to your plants’ “preferences” to attain optimal garden health. Since a diverse garden makes for a stunning sight, we’ve listed a few plants that “prefer” similar conditions, grow beautifully together, and will stop passersby in their tracks.
Evergreens beautifully bring life during the cold, snowy winter months. But, since they don't require a lot of attention, it's easy to forget that they might need extra protection to stay vibrant this time of year. While they can endure a midwest winter, a little care in the fall will decrease the potential for damage, allowing them to maintain good health through the season.
With such a mild winter so far, maybe you want to do a few garden-inspired activities? We've got some ideas for you!
Not only do these plants soak in the sun, but they are cold-hardy in our local zone, display beautiful color, and bloom the majority of our growing season. Talk about a perennial class act! Which of these would you like to mix and match for year-round color in your garden?
Not only do these plants soak in the sun, but they are cold-hardy in our local zone, display beautiful color, and bloom the majority of our growing season. Talk about a perennial class act! Which of these would you like to mix and match for year-round color in your garden?
The work of our pals at Turning Pointe in Naperville genuinely moves us–so we made a video to showcase them! This team provides their autistic students with behavioral and employment support, which helps them flourish in society. We’re always rooting for these guys!
While we lather in sunscreen and enjoy the summer rays, how are our plant families handling the heat? Just like us, in extreme heat, our gardens need special care. Here are a few things you can do to relieve heat stress and protect plants during these hot, hot months.
Not only do these plants soak in the sun, but they are cold-hardy in our local zone, display beautiful color, and bloom the majority of our growing season. Talk about a perennial class act! Which of these would you like to mix and match for year-round color in your garden?
Happy summer plant lovers! Did you know that Marigolds thrive in warm weather and bright sun? It's the perfect time for this annual favorite...and to learn how you can keep them (and other plants) healthy with proper hydration. Let's dig into these golden tips and hydrating tricks from our very own Hinsdale Nurseries staff.
