Gardening Guides
The team here at Chuck Hafner’s are well known for their knowledge across all areas of gardening. To help share that knowledge with our customers we have put together a series of gardening guides. From taking care of your hanging baskets or houseplants to growing your own vegetables and herbs you will find tips, tricks and hopefully some inspiration for your own garden and home. Just click on the guide you want to explore! We are currently developing many more guides to help make all your gardening endeavors a success. Keep an eye on our facebook page as we will announce new guides when they are available.
Cold and Hardy Guide
Extreme low winter temperatures are a major factor when choosing landscape plants for your garden.
Spring Cleanup Guide
Spring has sprung! We’ve prepared these tips to help you freshen up your garden and give your plants a healthy start.
Taking care of hanging baskets
For best results, re pot your hanging basket into a larger container to give it room to grow throughout the season.
Citrus Plant Care
Here are some tips from our nursery manager on how best to take care of your citrus plants for the best results.
Raised Bed and Container Gardening
If you want to grow a vegetable garden but are limited for space there are two options available to you, raised bed or container gardening.
Taking Care of Your ZZ Plant
The ZZ plant (Zamioculcas zamiifolia) is durable and tolerant, able to withstand inconsistent watering patterns and low-light situations.
Black Walnut Tree Toxicity
Black walnut trees contain a chemical, juglone, that inhibits the growth and survival of surrounding plants.
Grass Seed Spreader Settings
Once you have chosen the right blend of grass seed for your lawn, it is important to make sure your spreader settings are set correctly.
Deer Tolerant Plants
There is no way to guarantee any garden will be “deer free,” there are ways to help deter them from feasting on your landscape.
Preparing for Winter
With winter on its way, don’t leave your plants unprotected. We’ve compiled these tips to help you keep your garden healthy and prepare it for winter.
Protecting your Plants from Frost
Plants that are newly planted need protection from frost, including most annuals, perennials, vegetable plants, and tropicals.
Care of a Live Christmas Tree
Here are a few tips to make caring for your live Christmas tree a happier, more successful experience.
Taking Care of Roses
Now that you have picked out the perfect rose for your garden, here is some important information to ensure you have the best success.
A Tree for every Yard
When you think of a tree, most people think of large shade or evergreen trees. However, did you know there are trees of all shapes and sizes that are adapted for most any conditions?
Wet Tolerant Plants
Poor drainage in low areas, areas with a high water table, or heavy clay soils can be one of the most challenging aspects of gardening.
Pruning for Trees & Shrubs
A very common question our nursery professionals are asked is when do I prune?
Gardening for Hummingbirds
It’s an extraordinary experience when you get buzzed by a hummingbird for the first time.
Big Leaf Hydrangeas
Big leaf hydrangeas provide a wonderful range of flower colors in shadier locations.
How much Sun is in my Garden?
The amount of sunlight a location gets is one of the most important factors to consider when choosing new plants for your garden.
Plants for Shade Gardens
Often a home gardener is faced with the challenge of planting in a location that doesn’t receive much direct sunlight.
Plants for Heavy Clay Soils
Clay soils are very common in Central New York. These types of soils are high in nutrients, but it can be difficult for some plants to establish.
Video Guides
In collaboration with Overdevest Nurseries, and Proven Winners, we’ve handpicked a collection of video guides aimed at answering some of our customers frequently asked questions here at Chuck Hafner’s.