Summer, Spring or Fall we have the plants and accessories you'll need to keep your garden looking fresh and green!

   Frequently Asked Questions  

   Have a question that you don't see here or think should be added to our F.A.Q.? E-mail us at fhgc@fhgardencenter.com to have it answered or taken into consideration to be added to this section.

⊕ How do I care for my new plant(s)?

  Different plants require different levels of care, however, there are a few general guidelines to follow to keep your plant happy and healthy.

  1. Be sure they are receiving the correct amount of sunlight.
  2. Be sure that their water requirements are being met.
  3. Be sure your soil meets your plants nutrient and acidic requirements.
  4. If your plants require dead-heading (pinching off old/dead/dying blooms, leaves, etc) be sure you are doing so regularly to allow for better growth and maximum blooming periods.

For plant specific information, Google.com is a great search engine for finding such information. Also, we currently have compiled the following resource links in no specific order:

⊕ What zone are we in? How do zones work?

Pennsylvania lies between zones 5a and 6b. Our particular area (Bucks, Philadelphia, and surrounding counties) are a zone 6b area in which the temperature can drop down between -5 & 0 degrees Fahrenheit.

For more information on and maps showing hardiness zones, please visit The National Arboretum's USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map where you are able to choose your region and state. You can also find more information concerning these zones.

Mulch, Soil & Stone Coverage Chart
1 Inch Deep
Bag Size 25sq. ft. 50sq. ft. 100sq. ft. 200sq. ft.
.5 cu. ft 4 Bags 8.5 Bags 17 Bags 33.5 Bags
1 cu. ft. 2 Bags 4 Bags 8.5 Bags 17 Bags
2 cu. ft. 1 Bag 2 Bags 4 Bags 8.5 Bags
2 Inches Deep
Bag Size 25sq. ft. 50sq. ft. 100sq. ft. 200sq. ft.
.5 cu. ft 8.5 Bags 17 Bags 33 Bags 66.5 Bags
1 cu. ft. 4 Bags 8.5 Bags 17 Bags 33.5 Bags
2 cu. ft. 2 Bag 4 Bags 8.5 Bags 16.5 Bags
3 Inches Deep
Bag Size 25sq. ft. 50sq. ft. 100sq. ft. 200sq. ft.
.5 cu. ft 12.5 Bags 25 Bags 50 Bags 100 Bags
1 cu. ft. 6.5 Bags 12.5 Bags 25 Bags 50 Bags
2 cu. ft. 3 Bag 6.5 Bags 12.5 Bags 25 Bags
4 Inches Deep
Bag Size 25sq. ft. 50sq. ft. 100sq. ft. 200sq. ft.
.5 cu. ft 14 Bags 33.5 Bags 66.5 Bags 133.5 Bags
1 cu. ft. 7 Bags 17 Bags 33.5 Bags 66.5 Bags
2 cu. ft. 3.5 Bag 8.5 Bags 16.5 Bags 33.5 Bags

Suggested Coverage:
    Cedar Mulch - 2 to3 inches deep.
    Pine Nuggets or Pine Mini Nuggets - up to 4 inches deep.

For walkways & groundcover:
    3/8" & 1/2" stone at least 2" deep .
    3/4" and 1" stone at least 3" deep.

* Please be aware that our 40lb. bags are a bit less than 1 cubic foot.

⊕ What seasons are you open for?

We open in March for Spring and we close just before Christmas. That's right, we can provide you with your annuals in the spring, your perennials all through the summer, mums, asters, and other winter-hardy plants in the the fall, and your Christmas trees and greenery in the Winter. Not only do we offer the plants to go with these seasons, but the accessories and decorations as well!

⊕ How does your mix & match pricing work?

Here at FHGC we allow our customers to take full advantage of our multi-item pricing deals by allowing the mixing and matching of all items with the same price. If items are the same price and have a x/$x deal, you'll get the deal!

For example: A customer would like to purchase three items: a 6" plant, a bag of soil, and a bag of stone. These items have a (hypothetical) price of $3.50 each, or 3 for $10. The customer would receive the 3/$10 deal even though the items are different! This works with all of our plants, shrubbery, decorations, & accressories (unless otherwise noted); so please make sure to take full advantage!