The Power of Houseplants in Your Home

Winter can be a mentally tough time of year for all of us. We’re spending less time outdoors in the sunshine and more time cooped up indoors. With freezing outdoor temperatures there is little time to open windows for fresh air. This can leave your home feeling stale....

5 Houseplants that Make Great Christmas Gifts

Houseplants are a great gift idea for just about anyone you know. Here are five of our easy-care favorites, available now at Hicks Nurseries: Tillandsia, also known as “air plants” are a great easy to care for gift item. Just mist with water two times per week. Air...

Create a Tropical Oasis in Your Backyard

Turn your backyard from bland to beautiful this summer by adding colorful tropical plants to your garden beds and planters. It is easy to create the look and feel of the tropics by shopping the amazing selection of plants at Hicks Nurseries. “I travel to Florida...

Hard to Kill Houseplants for Your Home

Let’s face it— most people want a plant they can water once in a while and still enjoy year-round beauty. In reality, most houseplants need a little more attention to thrive. However, some varieties are surprisingly easy to care for. If you’re looking for...

How to Care for Gardenias

If you’re looking for an intensely fragrant plant for your home, office or as a gift, consider a gardenia. These handsome plants have dark leathery leaves which provide a strong contrast to its stunning creamy white flower blossoms. Here are a few tips for how to care...