Frequently Asked Questions
From beautiful plants and garden supplies to landscaping materials and outdoor living products, Hetrick Gardens proudly helps homeowners throughout Pottstown, Montgomery County, and surrounding Pennsylvania communities create and maintain beautiful outdoor spaces. Browse our frequently asked questions below to learn more about our products, seasonal offerings, landscaping materials, and gardening services, or contact our team directly if you don’t see your question listed.
What flowers bloom the longest through the seasons?
Some of the longest blooming flowers include annuals, select perennials, and heat-tolerant varieties. These long-blooming options help provide a pop of color to your yard from spring all the way through fall. To figure out which flowers are best for your planting goals, our team at Hetrick Gardens & Landscapes can walk you through our seasonal flowers and provide tips on how to help them thrive.
Which plants do well in shade or partial sun?
Certain perennials, shrubs, groundcovers and flowering varieties all love to blossom in the shade or with partial sun. When choosing these types of plants, it’s important to consider how much sun the planting area receives, as well as soil conditions and your overall maintenance goals. Let our team help carve out a planting plan for flowers that will bloom in your specific space.
What are the easiest low-maintenance plants for beginners?
Shrubs, perennials, ornamental grasses, and native plants are all great choices for beginners. Because they need less watering, pruning, and overall seasonal care, they are the perfect match for those looking to be more hands-off with their planting. Our team at Hetrick Gardens & Landscapes can play match maker and find easy-care plants that fit your property and lifestyle.
How often should I water new plants or shrubs?
Watering needs depend on the type of plant, climate, soil drainage and time of year. Newly planted plants and shrubs should be watered more frequently until the roots become established. It’s important to make sure not to overwater, as it can suffocate the roots. Hetrick Gardens & Landscape can provide info on how to set up a proper watering schedule based on which plants you purchase.
What type of mulch is best for flower beds and landscaping?
Mulch needs are all dependent on your goals for appearance, moisture retention, weed control, and soil health. We offer a variety of mulch types in bulk, ranging from our made on site Hetrick Natural to wood chips and more. Some homeowners choose a natural mulch for planting beds, or you can opt for our Premium Colored if you’re more interested in aesthetics.
Do you offer delivery?
Yes, Hetrick Gardens & Landscape offers delivery for our bulk materials. Whether you’re in the market for mulch, soil, or compost, you can fill out our order form to start your next order with us.
