Winter at Chestnut Hill Nursery

I hope everyone had a nice holiday spent with family and friends. Our winter hours at the garden center will be Tuesday thru Saturday 10 -4 , beginning January 5. We will be in the office planning a busy Spring as well as specials thru our text club, facebook, and e-mail group. Please contact us if there is anything we can help you with over the Winter. Spring will be here before you know it!

Poinsettias

Nothing says Christmas like a bright red Poinsettia plant. We have a beautiful selection from sweet little 4" pots to jumbo 10" hanging baskets. All pots are foil wrapped and would make a perfect hostess gift for a holiday party. Or why not get a few for your own family to enjoy during the holiday season . In addition to the traditional red, we also have a beautiful mix of red, white and pink. Stop by Chestnut Hill Nursery soon and let our elves help you pick out a few and we will wrap them up to travel. Only 15 days till Christmas!

How to select and care for your Christmas Tree

A fresh-cut Christmas tree should last throughout the holiday season and into the new year if you follow these simple guidelines. First and foremost, select a good quality tree. It should have been recently cut, have a fresh scent and good color. One way to check for freshness is to bend some of the needles between your fingers. They should be supple and flexible without breaking. Two of the longest lasting varieties are Douglas Fir and Frasier Fir. Douglas Fir have soft branches and a dense, uniform shape whereas Frasier Fir have stiffer branches that will support heavier ornaments. They both have that wonderful fragrance of the great outdoors.

Once you have selected your tree, here's what you need to do. Be sure to put a fresh cut at the base of the tree. This will allow it to draw water up to maintain its freshness. As soon as possible, place your tree into a sturdy stand filled with water or in a bucket of water until you're ready to set it up. If you don't get the tree into water as soon as possible, the sap from the tree will seal the base and it will have to be re-cut. Let the tree stand in water for a day or two before you decorate it. This will allow the branches to fall back into their normal shape. The first several days the tree will drink a lot of water so be sure to check at least daily. It's best to display the tree in a cool place away from any heat sources.

Remember, part of the fun is picking out your tree. Whether short, tall, fat, skinny, full or sparse, there's a tree for everyone. So get out there and select that perfect tree. We have over 150 trees on display in five varieties.

Traditions and memories begin... right here at CHN!

Christmas Trees

What a beautiful selection of trees we have here at Chestnut Hill Nursery! All are locally grown and recently cut. The Blue Spruce and Concolor Fir just came in today. We also have Douglas and Frasier Fir. From table toppers to cathedral ceiling showstoppers, we have the perfect tree for your family. Prices start at $29.95 and everyone receives a free gift with their tree purchase. Our elves will give your tree a fresh cut and trim any branches that you may need taken off. Your tree is then baled in 100 % biodegradable tree netting. If you need it tied on your car, we can do that for you also. Hurry in and pick out your tree so your family can start making your Holiday memories. Only 22 days till Christmas !