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Roasted Butternut Squash: A Simple & Versatile Favorite

When it comes to cozy, delicious side dishes, roasted butternut squash is a must-have on the table. Its natural sweetness, caramelized edges, and tender texture make it a crowd-pleaser, whether served alongside a holiday feast or as part of an easy weeknight meal.

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Can a Daily Spoonful of Honey Keep Allergies Away?

Millions of people suffer from seasonal allergies. In the United States alone, approximately one in four adults and one in five children experience these allergies—totaling around 81 million people. Common symptoms include sneezing, congestion, itchy eyes and throat, and fatigue. While not scientifically proven, many people believe that consuming honey, particularly local honey, may help alleviate seasonal allergy symptoms.

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Roasted Garlic & Spaghetti Squash: A Flavorful Plant-Based Delight

Looking for a satisfying and nourishing meal that’s packed with flavor and texture? This Roasted Garlic & Spaghetti Squash is the perfect dish. Combining roasted garlic’s rich, caramelized notes with the nutty crunch of walnuts, the tanginess of sun-dried tomatoes, and the earthiness of kale, this recipe is a wholesome, plant-based option you’ll crave.

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Creamy Butternut Squash Pasta: A Cozy Comfort Dish

If there’s one dish that screams comfort and flavor, it’s this Creamy Butternut Squash Pasta. Combining the nutty sweetness of roasted butternut squash with earthy sage, hearty pasta, and a hint of Parmesan, this dish is the perfect marriage of simplicity and indulgence. It’s a recipe that will warm your heart and your kitchen—ideal for weeknight dinners or a cozy weekend treat.

With just a handful of fresh, wholesome ingredients, you’ll create a vibrant and satisfying meal. Plus, it’s versatile! Use vegetable stock for a vegetarian option or swap in chicken stock for a richer depth of flavor.

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Cozy Up with a Bowl of Roasted Butternut Squash Soup

As the days grow cooler, there’s nothing quite like the comforting warmth of a homemade soup. This Vegetarian Roasted Butternut Squash Soup is a hug in a bowl, packed with wholesome veggies and aromatic herbs. It’s perfect for family dinners, cozy nights in, or even a make-ahead lunch. Plus, with a simple swap, it can easily be made vegan for a fully plant-based meal.

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Hot Cocoa with a Healthy Kick: The Bone Broth Secret

Hot cocoa is a classic winter treat enjoyed by all ages. Bone broth, on the other hand, is a relatively new addition to the culinary scene, celebrated for its numerous health benefits. But what if you could combine these two into a deliciously comforting and healthy winter indulgence? Believe it or not, using bone broth instead of traditional milk to make hot chocolate creates a sweet and savory surprise that will delight your taste buds—and your doctor! Best of all, we’ve made it incredibly simple by offering the highest-quality bone broth and hot chocolate in our Market.

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The Cold Creek Nurseries Five Bag Program: Your DIY Guide to the Perfect Lawn

A lush, green lawn is the hallmark of a beautiful home, and with Cold Creek Nurseries’ Five Bag Program, achieving it has never been easier. This program is specifically designed for DIY landscapers who want to save money while ensuring their lawn is the envy of the neighborhood. When paired with proper irrigation, we guarantee outstanding results!

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Caring for Holiday Plants: Keep the Magic Alive All Season Long

The holiday season brings joy, twinkling lights, and an array of beautiful plants that brighten our homes. To keep your holiday greenery looking fresh and festive, follow these care tips for fresh-cut wreaths and garland, cyclamen, poinsettias, and Norfolk pines.

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Avoid Unwanted Guests: How to Treat Outdoor Plants Before Moving Them Inside

As nighttime temperatures start dipping into the 40s, it’s a signal that any plants you’ve enjoyed outdoors this summer need to come indoors for the fall and winter. But before making that transition, it’s crucial to give them some TLC to ensure they’re pest-free. Spending months outside can expose plants to a variety of pests, both on the leaves and in the soil. Taking steps to treat your plants now will protect your home from potential pest invasions—and keep your other indoor plants safe from becoming the next host.

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Restoring Your Landscape After Hurricane Helene: We're Here to Help

As we look around at the damage left behind, it’s clear that our community has been through a lot. But it’s also clear that we’re resilient and capable of overcoming these challenges together. We may have lost trees, but we haven’t lost hope. And just as we’ve come together to help one another through the storm, we’ll continue to work together to rebuild and restore our beautiful landscape. At Cold Creek Nurseries, we’re here to support you every step of the way. Together, we will heal and grow stronger.

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Managing Poa Annua: The Winter Weed That Won’t Quit

When it comes to maintaining a healthy, vibrant lawn, one of the toughest challenges is controlling Poa Annua, a persistent winter weed that can invade even the most well-cared-for landscapes. Poa Annua, also known as annual bluegrass, is notorious for being incredibly hard to manage due to its rapid spread and resistance to common herbicides.

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Guide to Fertilizing Shrubs in the Fall: Expert Tips for Success

As the fall season approaches, it's the perfect time to ensure your shrubs are prepared to thrive through winter and into the next growing season. At Cold Creek Nurseries, we understand how vital proper care is for the health and longevity of your landscape. Fertilizing your shrubs in the fall, with the right blend and techniques, can make all the difference. 

Here’s everything you need to know about how we approach fall shrub fertilization and how you can apply these principles to your own garden.

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Summer May Be Ending, But Your Garden’s Beauty Doesn’t Have To!

As summer fades, many gardeners start to pack away their tools, thinking the time for stunning blooms is over. But if you’re in zone 8A, that couldn’t be further from the truth! Fall offers a whole new season of show-stopping plants that will keep your garden vibrant and colorful. From flowering perennials to bold grasses and even trees, here are some fantastic options to make your garden shine through the autumn months.

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Welcome Fall, College Football, and Perfect Planting Weather!

Fall is finally here, and you know what that means—college football season is back! There’s something magical about crisp Saturdays spent cheering on your favorite team, flipping burgers on the grill, and relaxing with family and friends. Here in the South, fall weekends mean gathering outdoors, whether it’s tailgating at the game or enjoying the backyard with loved ones. And while football might steal the show, this season also offers the perfect opportunity to spruce up your landscape and get your garden ready for the coming year.

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Flavors of Fall: Butternut and Spaghetti Squash

As September arrives, the crisp air and vibrant hues of fall are just around the corner. With the changing season comes a bounty of delicious flavors that we all look forward to. Among the seasonal stars are two of our favorites: butternut squash and spaghetti squash.

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Managing Armyworms: A Balanced Approach to Lawn Care and Pest Control

Armyworms are making their presence known this season, and it's likely we'll see multiple cycles of these pests before the year is out. While the sight of your lawn stripped bare by thousands of these invaders can be alarming, it's important to remember that they do not kill your grass. Though they may scalp your lawn, leaving it looking worse for wear, your grass will recover with the right care.

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