WHEN TO PRUNE A HYDRANGEA
One of the most popular flowering bushes across America, Hydrangeas are a beautiful addition to any landscape. They are bushes with beautiful flowers that bloom in a variety of colors based on species and soil [...]
HOW TO WATER YOUR PLANTS
Summer has begun! When the thermostat goes up a little tender care for your garden and lawn is recommended. The watering of your lawn, flowers and vegetables is very important during summer months when rain [...]
BUGS BENEFICIAL TO YOUR GARDEN
Aphids can be a gardener’s nightmare; and no one wants annoying gnats and mosquitoes in their yard. But rather than using sprays or pesticides, you can attract natural predators and beneficial bugs to keep them [...]
HOW TO ATTRACT BUTTERFLIES TO YOUR GARDEN
Butterflies are always a pleasant sight, their bright colors and gentle fluttering flight patterns complement any garden. They also benefit the garden itself by pollinating flowers. If you want to attract more of these beautiful [...]
TOP 5 PERENNIALS FOR YOUR GARDEN
Hemerocallis- More commonly known as the daylilly, a hardy plant which comes in a variety of flower shapes, sizes and colors. They do well in sunny or shady areas and some varieties even re-bloom throughout [...]
WIESNER’S FAVORITE FLOWERING ANNUALS
The beauty of annuals in your garden is that they never stop blooming and can be customized from year to year. Here at Wiesner Bros. Nursery we carry a large variety of different types of [...]
TOP FIVE CONSIDERATIONS WHEN DECIDING TO LANDSCAPE YOUR HOME
1. Sun: The sun plays a much larger role in plant selection than many think. Some plants do best in a sunny area whereas others require more shade. It is important to know which plant [...]
WIESNER’S GUIDE TO PLANTING
Please watch our short animated video on how to properly plant
HOW TO GROW VEGETABLES
Freshly picked vegetables and herbs which are home grown are more nutritious and much tastier than the store-bought vegetables. It could also be a very rewarding and fun activity for the whole family. We have [...]
IS IT SAFE TO PLANT?
The most popular question we get this time of year is “it time to plant yet?” The correct answer to this question will depend on what you would like to plant.With the weather still being [...]
WHEN SHOULD I MAKE TRANSPLANTS IN MY GARDEN?
Transplanting is a great way to add a new wrinkle to your landscape, whether something is outgrowing its spot in the landscape, or its just time for a change, the nice thing about plants is they [...]
WHEN SHOULD I START PLANNING MY LANDSCAPE DESIGN PROJECT?
The first day of Spring is March 20th, which means now is a great time to start planning for this years gardening. Whether it be just a few plants or a re-design of an overgrown front [...]
THE BENEFITS OF HOUSEPLANTS IN YOUR HOME
House plants not only add an artistic touch to ones living space, but they can also enhance your quality of life. Here are 5 reasons why they are recommended in every living space: Oxygen The [...]
ORCHID CARE 101
Orchids are one of the most interesting flowers one can add to their house, however they do have a poor reputation for the care they require. While they are more difficult then most plants to [...]
HOW TO ATTRACT BIRDS TO YOUR WINTER GARDEN
Staten Island has a very large bird population that do not head south for the winter. In order to survive, they must be able to find the proper shelter and food to be able to [...]