Here in the Hudson Valley, shade gardens are a common and cherished feature of the landscape. Mature maples, oaks, and sycamore trees create ideal conditions for a wide variety of plants that thrive in dappled light. For those fortunate enough to have landscapes protected from deer, hostas and hydrangeas remain reliable classics for good reason.
Read MoreRecently, Donna and the landscaping crew have been installing some beautiful rockscapes in clients’ gardens that both serve a purpose—for example, as drainage or a splash guard—and add to the flow, beauty, and design of the property as well.
Here are just a few. (We’ll have more in Part 2!)
Read MoreTricyrtis (Toadlilies) thrive in partial to full shade with consistently moist, well-drained soil. Their blooms are intricate, orchid-like flowers. The unique spotted blossoms attract late-season pollinators and add unexpected color to woodland gardens and shady borders.
Read MoreIf you're looking to brighten a shady garden with long-lasting summer color, astilbes are an excellent choice. Their feathery plumes rise above attractive fern-like foliage in shades of white, pink, lavender, and rich reds, adding texture and elegance to woodland gardens, borders, and damp garden beds.
Read MoreAs you can see, flower shape and color vary widely within the Clematis family, but fragrance is another key difference. 'Sweet Summer Love' is prized for its masses of deep purple flowers and an exceptionally sweet fragrance that perfumes the garden throughout summer.
Read MoreThese roses’ continuous flowers, strong disease resistance, and delicate fragrance make them an excellent choice for borders, containers, and mass plantings.
Read MoreOur greenhouses are stocked with annuals for all-season color. We divide annuals into the shade greenhouse and the full sun greenhouse, so you can find the plants that will thrive in a sunny garden or on a shady covered porch.
Read MoreWe get a lot of questions about pruning! Prune after Bloom is the general rule to follow with all flowering trees and shrubs, but there are exceptions. Right now is the time to prune Andromedea (peiris). Clip all the spent flowers off and cut down any awkward tall growth. Fertilize with Holly Tone to encourage bushy growth and next year’s blooms, which will form in early summer.
Read MoreWhen bees venture out from their hives in the spring, it’s because they have used their stores of honey to survive the winter inside their hive. They are hungry! And unfortunately, if there is nothing for them to eat, some bees, or even a whole hive can die in early spring.
Read MoreCelebrate Spring with Flowering Trees: Jane Magnolia, Pink Snow Showers Cherry, and Dogwoods!
Read MoreBlooming forsythia are the burst of yellow that signals spring has sprung, and while it does pack a punch in the early season, maybe you are looking for an early blooming alternative?
Here are three shrubs that not only bloom beautifully, but also feed pollinators, delight birds, and keep your garden looking fabulous long after spring.
Winter garden design consultations are in February and March. The winter is great time to look "the bones" of your outdoor space. In the colder months, when deciduous plants have shed their leaves and perennials have died back, the underlying framework of the garden—such as evergreen plants, hardscaping, garden shapes, arbors, and trellises—becomes more prominent. Observing drainage patterns during winter also reveals potential issues with water retention or erosion that might go unnoticed in drier seasons. These winter consultations provide valuable insights into the garden’s structure, resilience, and year-round appeal.
If those elements aren't right, no selection or amount of plants will ever look or feel like you want them to.
Check our consultation page for the price.
Email victoriagardens.ny@gmail.com or call to make an appointment: (845) 658-9007
Need some help with your houseplants?
Houseplant consultations now available!
House plant health is very dependant on the indoor environment in your home.
Cool? Dry? Indirect light? South-facing? Full sun?
Understanding the different conditions inside your house and determining which plants go where is critical for houseplants health. Now you can show me around your space and I’ll help you choose the houseplants that will look great in your space and thrive in your home.
I normally do consultations for outdoor spaces, landscaping, and garden design, but now I can also help you "green" your indoor space.
Details:
I can help you determine the right plants for the different conditions in your home
I can walk you through proper plant care for your existing plants
I can help you determine if a plant can be propagated or if a plant needs to be repotted
if you are looking for new houseplants for your space, I can recommend different house plant options and walk you through the type of care they need.
At Victoria Gardens we have a wide selection of houseplants--in all shapes and sizes.
If you need existing plants repotted or if you want your new house plants planted in pottery, we can do that for you at the store for a planting fee.
Call the shop (845) 658-9007 or email victoriagardens.ny@gmail.com to schedule a consultation.
Check our consultation page for the price.
Many of our clients continue to add to their gardens after the initial design and install. Gardens mature and it’s always fun to go back and see all the progress and change! The initial design and installation happened in 2017 and we revisit this garden in 2022!
Read MoreVictoria will discuss the particulars of giving your plants the light and conditions that they need to thrive, and demonstrate the steps to take when bringing your houseplants inside before the frost.
Watch the video or read the article below.
Read MoreSitting up on a hill, this unusual boutique nursery is set on a 375 million year old bedrock shelf that was under the ocean. The rock’s surface is covered with fossils of shells and other sea creatures. This bedrock is the magical setting for a nursery with vignettes of complementary plants that provide a visual sense how they will look in your own garden.
Read MoreMost people think of daffodils and tulips when they think of spring blooming bulbs.
But there are SO MANY other types of spring blooming bulbs: Hyacinth, Allium, Anemone, Chionodoxa, Crocus, Eranthis, Fritillaria, Galanthus, and so many others.
At Victoria Gardens, we often work with clients for decades, doing the maintenance on a garden after the design and installation phase. But we also have clients who continue to develop and finetune their properties: adding pools, adding gardens, extending gardens, etc.
Your dream garden may not come into being overnight. You may not know exactly what you want all at once or budget restrictions may mean you need to break up a big dream into multiple phases.
We wanted to walk through what one of those muti-phase projects looks like.
Read MoreIt’s not too late to plant. Our busy landscaping division plants new gardens from May until November.
And this year has been a wonderful year for planting. Not too hot or dry. But the rule for planting is as long as you can get water to your new planting, and as long as the ground isn’t frozen, it’s planting time!
Read MoreDon't throw the grass clippings into the garden!
Not only is it messy, but it introduces weed seeds into your garden, which can result in a lot of unwanted weed growth.
As you can see from this before and after, a foundation planting can be an oasis that welcomes you into the backyard, an attractive path that leads you to the deck, an interesting view from your back window, and a way to encourage drainage away from your foundation.
Read MoreVictoria Gardens is located in Rosendale, NY on the corner of Rt 213 and Cottekill Road. We are a fully stocked plant nursery, garden center, and garden gift shop.
Throughout the season we have classes and special events, including private garden tours from March through November. October through December we carry holiday gifts, decor, handcrafted wreaths, and we feature a DIY Holiday Wreath Studio.
At Victoria Gardens during the gardening season, you will find a selection of trees, shrubs, and perennials that are chosen specifically for our area and for our customers most frequently voiced problems: deer, dry soil, wet spots, and shady areas.
Our knowledgeable staff will help you find the perfect combinations, so you only have to plant once!
Open 7 days a week!
Monday - Saturday 9am-5pm
Sunday 10am-4pm
(845) 658-9007
You can purchase Gift Certificates anytime here.
The shop is awash in greenery and stocked full of all the latest plants of interest; trendy foliage, succulents & cacti, petite fairy garden plants, lush ferns, pet- friendly plants, the best air purifiers — truly something for everyone. We promise that you’ll leave with a new plant friend to nurture for years to come.
The Victoria Gardens' landscaping crew are experienced and knowledgeable gardeners. Besides designing and installing new gardens, we also offer maintenance, spring cleanups, pruning, transplanting, weeding, and mulching.
Call to get an estimate: (845) 658-9007
If you are trying to find a special variety, call us and ask. We have a wide range of growers in our network and we can place special orders to meet your needs.
Victoria Coyne
+1 (845) 658-9007
victoriagardens.ny@gmail.com
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