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We Partner with Pride’s at The Dees’ Nursery
🌼 Why We Partner with Pride’s at The Dees’ Nursery As a busy garden center here on Long Island that wants the best for our customer, we have partnered with Pride’s Corner Farms to help bring a wide variety of high-quality plants to you online—and…
Best Annuals for Your 2025 Garden – Handpicked by The Dees’ Nursery!
If you’re planning your garden in Oceanside, NY this spring, you’ll want to plant annuals that bloom beautifully and thrive in our local Long Island climate. At The Dees’ Nursery, we’ve curated our Top 5 Annual Flowers for 2025 — perfect for full-sun beds, shady…
The Language of Flowers: What to Gift Mom and Why
Celebrate Mother’s Day with Meaningful Blooms from The Dees’ Nursery When it comes to showing appreciation for Mom, few things speak as beautifully as flowers. But did you know many of your favorite blooms carry special meanings? This Mother’s Day, go beyond color and fragrance—choose…
Late Spring Planting Guide: What You Can Still Grow Now
Late Spring Planting Guide: What You Can Still Grow Now Just because spring is winding down doesn’t mean your planting season is over! At The Dees’ Nursery & Florist, we’re here to help you make the most of the late spring sunshine and plant a…
Combatting Powdery Mildew: A Complete Guide for Your Garden
Powdery mildew is one of the most pervasive fungal diseases in home gardens, showing up as a white, powdery coating on leaves, stems, and buds. Left unchecked, it can stunt plant growth, reduce yields, and make foliage unsightly. In this post, we’ll explore why powdery…
Elevate Your Space: Top 5 Houseplants to Add to Your Home in 2025
Elevate Your Space: Top 5 Houseplants to Add to Your Home in 2025 Looking to transform your living space with greenery that’s both trendy and timeless? 2025 is all about houseplants that combine stunning aesthetics with air-purifying benefits. From the calming elegance of Bonsai to…