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 History of Holly: A Timeless Symbol of Christmas
Holly is one of the most iconic plants associated with the Christmas season, adorning wreaths, garlands, and holiday decorations. Its glossy green leaves and bright red berries have captivated people for centuries. But did you know that holly’s significance predates Christmas by thousands of years?…
Elevate Your Thanksgiving Celebrations: Creative Decor Ideas
Thanksgiving is a time for gratitude, family gatherings, and, of course, beautiful decor that sets the mood for your holiday feast. Whether you’re hosting a large family dinner or a small intimate gathering, thoughtful decor can create a warm and inviting atmosphere that enhances the…
What in Carnation?! Why We Love These Classic Fresh Cuts
Here comes the bride…and she’s probably carrying some fresh carnation cuts, too! Prized for their frilly, ruffled, and all-around feminine disposition, carnations still top the list as one the most utilized cut flowers worldwide. Whether it’s time to say “I do,” “congratulations,” or “Happy Birthday,”…
Operation Long-Lasting Flowers: How to Keep Your Flowers Fresh
You love flowers a lot, and you just have to fill the house with your fresh blooms all summer long. Or, maybe you have a wedding banquet or anniversary party in Oceanside to decorate for, and cut flowers are the only thing keeping everything together….
Learn a New Secret Code with the Meaning of Flowers
Alright, so Victorian floriography might not be the latest craze of 2023, but we still think it’s pretty neat! After all, flowers are still popular during special occasions—like Mother’s day, Valentine’s day, birthdays, weddings, and funerals—so let’s put a bit of extra symbolism behind your…