Trees

When planting any fruiting tree, remember to begin with 12 inches or more of deep, richly-amended soil and adding Petitti Planting Mix or SweetPeet®…

After a fairly mild winter, a new growing season has begun and we are ready for it! As you read the Spring 2023 magazine,…

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With research indicating that pollinators are generally declining in numbers and suffering from loss of habitat for many reasons, gardeners in Ohio (and around…

Attracting these beautifully bejeweled birds each spring and summer is quite simple when you provide nectar-rich, tubular and trumpet-shaped flowers in colors of red,…

Gardening in Northeast Ohio truly is a four-season hobby, and late fall is when plants begin showing the subtle beauty nature offers even in…

SPRING | It’s our experience in the spring that new growth and flower buds are rather tender and benefit from repellant or barrier protection…

Creating year-round interest is an essential part of landscape design. From the striking, upright habit of arborvitaes and hemlocks to the lower, hedging habits…

The products recommended in this guide will protect against disease such as apple scab, rusts, fire blight, mildews, and rots. They will also reduce…

Growing plants native to your region is a great idea for several reasons. They’re extremely hardy, they tolerate poor soil conditions, they offer superior…

After 2-3 years of growing in the same pot, these plants will need to be root pruned and re-potted in the spring with fresh soil.…

Increased heat and humidity along with decreased rainfall can also cause disease and fungal issues. But, if you stay diligent with healthy watering practices…

Want to see what plants are available in our stores now? Check out our shop site to view more annuals, perennials, trees, shrubs, and…

November brings an excellent opportunity to plant spring blooming bulbs, while also getting your yard and garden in it’s best shape going into the…

In addition to our Winter Décor Spruce trees, evergreens such as Pine, Spruce, and Fir can be used as a living Christmas tree indoors…

Incorporate any of these trees into your landscape, and you’ll not only enjoy a vibrant, seasonally dynamic garden but also contribute to the health…

Any plant that’s hardy down to zone 5 is a great choice to grow and enjoy here in Northeast Ohio. If it’s labeled hardy…

When does the first frost usually happen in Northeast Ohio? In most of Northeast Ohio, the first frost typically arrives between early and mid-October.…

Planting in fall requires less maintenance, overall. Even better, you’ll find that planting in fall actually helps roots establish themselves more quickly, due to…

Several common fig trees are available at Petitti’s, allowing you to bring a delicious touch of the Mediterranean to your Northeast Ohio home. These…