Recycling Ideas for Old Xmas Trees:
When the holiday season comes to an end there are many ways to upcycle and utilize the tree. If you live in an area where it is permitted the tree can be placed outside and left. Local wildlife will use it as a shelter from the winter wind and freezing temperatures. You may also use it for firewood to heat the house in winter or save it to use for summer bonfires. There are endless possibilities...
Xmas Tree Care & Maintenance:
The most important thing to remember when caring for a Christmas tree is to water, water, water. Your tree will continue to drink long after it has been cut and in order to ensure your tree lasts the whole holiday season it is very important to always make sure your...
How to Set Up the Newly Purchased Xmas Tree:
When setting up a new tree it is important to find the right stand. We here at Heritage Hill highly recommend a base that can be nailed into the trunk and screws in at the sides for maximum support. Always allow the branches at least 3 days to fully “fall ” before...
Which Xmas Tree is Right for You?:
While it may not seem like different varieties of Christmas trees have many differences there are many benefits to each individual type. The most popular genus around the holidays is (of course) the fir tree. Heritage Hill carries three of the most popular fir trees...
Different Grades of Xmas Trees:
When shopping at Heritage Hill Nursery you may notice we have multiple different grades of trees such as premium, promotional, and economy. In order to choose the best tree for your family it is important to understand what the different grades mean. The grade of a...
Gold Cone Juniper
Gold Cone Juniper grows to 5’ tall with a 2’ spread, making it a great choice for a low hedge. It does well in a wide range of soils, but make sure it is well drained, and give it full sun for the best colors. Foliage starts as a wonderful shade of yellow in spring,...
Blue Star Juniper
Blue Star Juniper is naturally turquoise so don’t worry about beauty with this plant. Growing to about 2’ by 2’ at maturity this will be an excellent accent piece in borders or planted near other plants to provide a popping contrast. As an evergreen, it will retain...
Accolade Elm
The Accolade Elm is a beautiful shade tree that provides dappled shade throughout the summer. This tree stands up well to disease, so don’t worry too much about Dutch Elms. You won’t have to worry about drought or pests either. Give it full sun and eventually you’ll...
Little Spark Spirea
Little Spark Spirea is a smaller shrub, growing to about 24” tall and 30” wide. New growth starts orange before going to yellow. In summer you’ll have a bunch of beautiful pink flowers. Trim them off once they’ve faded and it will bloom again for you. Give it full sun...
London planetree
London planetree is a towering species, growing up to 100 ’ tall, with an average spread of 80 ’. The bark is wonderfully unique, reminiscent of a beech tree, but with extra splashes of color. It doesn ’t mind getting wet, but only tolerates slight drought. Give it...