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Prepare Your Garden for Spring
As winter’s chill moves on and the promise of spring starts filling the air, it’s the perfect time to prepare your ambitions, mind, and garden for the season ahead. This transitional period is a golden opportunity to embrace learning, inspiration, and creativity in...
Color Walk for Inspiring Engagement, Curiosity, and Growth
There is a particular magic in watching a child’s eyes light up as they discover the world—the simple joys of childhood —bright colors, fresh air, and the gleeful sense of discovery that unfolds with every step. A color walk can engage minds and bodies with the...
Vision and February Preparation
A truly breathtaking garden—where colors dance in harmony, fragrances fill the air, and every path has intention—is no accident of nature. It results from thoughtful planning, meticulous care, and an understanding of form and function. As the frost of February thaws,...
Houseplants 101: Starter Guide to Indoor Plant Care
Howdy, folks! Mitchell's Nursery here, comin’ to you live from the heart of North Carolina’s Zone 7b growing area, and I’ve got lush leaves and big bloom advice just for you. Now, if you’re like me, you’ve got a soft spot for cozy spaces, and you’re always lookin’ for...
Master Your Spring Garden with Winter Prep
Far too often, we might find ourselves scrambling at the last minute, overwhelmed by the chaos of spring's arrival. The key to a thriving garden lies not in the frenetic energy of the season itself but in the quiet, deliberate preparation we can undertake during...
Watch Mitchell’s Nursery on TV
When a small idea grows into something remarkable, it’s worth pausing to celebrate. This holiday season, our nursery was honored to host an extraordinary 2024 Poinsettia Display, and the world noticed. A heartfelt thank you to UNC-TV, PBS, WXII, and FOX 8 for shining...
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The Secret Life of Soil: Winter Edition
Soil isn’t just the dirt under your boots or the stuff that smudges your hands after a day of planting. It’s alive—buzzing with activity, whispering stories of resilience, and quietly fueling the planet’s most vital ecosystems. In fact, soil is the second-largest...
flap-bee
Get ready to take flight in Flap-Bee, a buzzing arcade game where precision and timing are the ultimate test! Guide your brave bee through challenging vines obstacles while keeping your wings steady. How far can you fly before the hive calls you home? How to Play...
Poinsettia Wreath for the Holidays: A Family Activity
Creating a poinsettia wreath is an excellent way for families to come together. Wreath-making get-togethers can be a good time to put on a holiday movie or a Christmas playlist and get lost in the season's magic. When using real poinsettias, remember that the stems...
Building Your Own Magnolia Wreath
There's something grounding about creating something tangible with our hands. It's not just about the end product; it's about the process, the journey from raw materials to a finished piece that carries a bit of our spirit. The magnolia wreath—a symbol of endurance,...
Inviting Wildlife into Your Winter Garden
Winter is often depicted as a season of stillness—a time when nature takes a pause and the vibrant life of our gardens retreats beneath ice. While we cozy up indoors, there's a world outside braving the cold. Birds and other critters that don't hibernate out of...