It’s Spring in Stillwater

It’s Spring in Stillwater
Some Purple Skullcap growing in my garden

It's that wonderful time of year—springtime! We've been anxiously awaiting trees, shrubs, and grass to turn green and perennial friends to greet us again.

Here are some events happening around town:

  • Specializing in native, summer-hardy, and rare plants, The Bustani Plant Farm is officially opening for its spring season, April 16 -June 1, Tuesday through Saturday, 9 A.M. - 6 P.M., located at 1313 East 44th Ave. They're closed for the summer and then reopen in September for their fall sale.
  • Take away some prickly, petite, colorful plants from Oklahoma State University's Botanic Garden's Herb and Succulent Festival, Saturday, April 27th, 9 A.M.- 2 P.M. The garden is located at 3300 W 6th St. (south entrance) and is free to the public.
  • Try the Big Creek Nursery and Country Store if you're looking for shrubs, trees, succulents, perennials, annuals, gardening supplies and pots. They're open Monday through Friday, 9 A.M.-5 P.M. and Saturday, 9 A.M.- 4 P.M., and are closed Sundays. The nursery is located off of 6th Ave near Bush Creek. You can get landscaping advice at the nursery, and remember to hit up their Country Store for some tasty goodies.