5 Expert Tips for First-Time Garden Center Shoppers at Nunan’s
If it’s your first time visiting a garden center, welcome! There’s no better place to kick off your gardening journey than Nunan’s Garden Center in Georgetown, MA. Whether you’re looking to add color to your porch, start a veggie garden, or create the backyard oasis of your dreams, here are five insider tips to make the most of your first visit.
1. Start with a Plan—Even a Loose One
Before you head to the garden center, think about what areas you want to plant. Are you working with sun or shade? Do you want flowers, herbs, shrubs, or something low-maintenance? Having a general idea helps our knowledgeable team guide you toward the best options for your space.
Before you head to the garden center, think about what areas you want to plant. Are you working with sun or shade? Do you want flowers, herbs, shrubs, or something low-maintenance? Having a general idea helps our knowledgeable team guide you toward the best options for your space.
2. Ask Questions—It’s What We’re Here For
At Nunan’s, our staff loves helping gardeners at every level. Don’t be shy about asking what plants pair well together, how often something needs watering, or whether a plant will come back next year. Our garden center team is here to make sure you leave with confidence—and plants that thrive.
At Nunan’s, our staff loves helping gardeners at every level. Don’t be shy about asking what plants pair well together, how often something needs watering, or whether a plant will come back next year. Our garden center team is here to make sure you leave with confidence—and plants that thrive.
3. Think Beyond the Plants
First-time garden center shoppers often forget about the extras. Consider grabbing quality soil, fertilizer, mulch, or decorative planters to complete the look and boost your plants’ health. At Nunan’s, we stock everything you need for a successful start.
First-time garden center shoppers often forget about the extras. Consider grabbing quality soil, fertilizer, mulch, or decorative planters to complete the look and boost your plants’ health. At Nunan’s, we stock everything you need for a successful start.
4. Take Advantage of Local Knowledge
Because we’re based right here in Georgetown, MA, Nunan’s garden center focuses on plants that thrive in the North Shore climate. That means you’ll find zone-appropriate perennials, hardier shrubs, and flowers that can handle a New England spring.
Because we’re based right here in Georgetown, MA, Nunan’s garden center focuses on plants that thrive in the North Shore climate. That means you’ll find zone-appropriate perennials, hardier shrubs, and flowers that can handle a New England spring.
5. Don’t Miss the Extras
Beyond plants, our garden center is also home to a mini-golf course, Café Sarina, and a wide selection of seasonal décor. Whether you’re making it a solo visit or a family outing, you’ll find plenty to explore and enjoy at Nunan’s.
Beyond plants, our garden center is also home to a mini-golf course, Café Sarina, and a wide selection of seasonal décor. Whether you’re making it a solo visit or a family outing, you’ll find plenty to explore and enjoy at Nunan’s.
Your first visit to Nunan’s Garden Center won’t be your last. Stop by, take your time, and let the inspiration grow.
