Saturday, February 24th "How to Start Vegetable Seeds" Join us on Saturday, February 24th and learn how to start your own garden plants. Emphasis on vegetables but same techniques will work on annual and perennial seeds. Presentation runs from 11am-12pm. Attendees receive a discount on seeds and seed starting supplies the day of the talk.   Saturday, March 10th "Success with Orchids" Feeling a little intimidated by orchids? Get some tips from our orchid expert on how to grow these … [Read more...]

Saturday, October 28 at 11 am: How to Attract and Keep Birds in your Garden Saturday, November 11 at 11 am: Planting Bulbs in your Garden and in your House Sunday, November 26 at 11 am: Live Plants and How to use them around your home for the Holidays Coming in 2018.... How to re-pot Orchids and care for them in your home How to on Planting a Butterfly Garden Be sure to mark your calendars! We hope to see you there!         … [Read more...]

On September 24th from 1pm-2pm our Perennial Manager and resident orchid addict Scott Kenney will be presenting a short talk on "Growing and Flowering Orchids" in your home. We will have a variety of orchids to choose from to expand your collection. On the day of the seminar, if you attend, we will offer you 20% off all orchids and orchid replanting supplies. On October 1st from 1pm-2pm Scott will be holding a short talk on all the essentials you need to know about Fall bulbs and the proper way … [Read more...]

It's that time year when the weather is getting warmer. That means spring is coming! Which in turn means your lawn needs some special attention. We have everything you need to start the spring out right for your lawn including; specialty fertilizers, weed control that suits your lawns needs, grass seed perfect for your homes specific conditions, and insect control, we even have fungus control in. It may sound like a lot to figure out but that's what we are here for! Blue Mount Staff is always … [Read more...]

Growing and Flowering Orchids The response to our recent orchid clinic was so good we have decided to do a similar event. On Sunday, March 19th, we will have a fresh batch of blooming orchids from our Hawaiian growers in stock. We will also be having all day specials of 20% off on orchid plants, fertilizer, pots, and planting mix, and other orchid related materials. At 1:00pm our Perennial Manager and resident orchid addict Scott Kenney will be presenting a 40 minute talk on "Growing and … [Read more...]

Did you get a blooming orchid recently as a gift? Maybe you've had one for a while and aren't 100% sure how to care for it? On Saturday, February 11th (Snow date: Saturday Feb 18th), from 12-4pm Blue Mount Nursery will be hosting a Orchid care and re-potting clinic. You are welcome to bring your orchids in for advice and assistance on care and re-potting. Anyone attending the clinic will receive 20% off on their purchases that day. There will also be a limited number of out-of-bloom … [Read more...]

There is a plant to suit just about everyone's taste. Some people like to grow leafy, green houseplants. Other people like to grow spiny cactus or thick-leaved succulents. I like to grow flowering orchids. Orchids are always interesting. There are over 30,000 species of orchids worldwide. They can be found on every continent except Antarctica. While many orchids are challenging to grow and must be cultivated under exacting greenhouse conditions that is certainly not true of all of them. I … [Read more...]

We are pleased to welcome North Gate Vineyard to Blue Mount Nursery this Christmas Season. They will be here 11/28-29, 12/5-6, and 12/12-13 from 12-6pm. Come in and have a little fun tasting some Great Local Wine! Tastings: $3 for all five wines or $6 a glass while browsing the store 2014 Rkatsiteli ($18) Possibly the oldest vinifera grape on the planet, this originally hails from the Republic of Georgia. Heavily planted in Russia. Bright grapefruit and crisp acidity (think Sauvignon … [Read more...]

We have begun to carry a variety of gourmet goodies that our customers can enjoy. Local Businesses supporting Local Businesses! Come in and check out the variety of products! We carry a wide range of McCutcheons Apple Products, Inc. McCutcheons is a local business located in Frederick, Maryland that is a family owned and operated business for four generations. They use only real cane sugar and natural fruit juices as sweeteners--NO high fructose corn sweeteners. Come in and get some of their … [Read more...]

Due to the dense clay soil of Northern Virginia, proper watering is paramount to a new plant’s success in the first two years. There is not a 100% accurate plan for watering new plants in our region. We recommend checking the soil moisture level before watering to distinguish whether or not the new plant needs water. This can be accomplished simply by inserting a small shovel or trowel into the ground near the plant to create a small opening to the depth of about 4 inches or more. Stick your … [Read more...]