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Springhouse Gardens is a unique nursery and garden center located in the famed Bluegrass Region of central Kentucky. Created in 1995, Springhouse is THE place to find interesting plants in a beautiful setting with over 2 acres of inspiring gardens.

Rain? On your Wedding Day? It’s supposed to be good luck, but we always hope that we won’t have to worry about it when w...
10/14/2026

Rain? On your Wedding Day? It’s supposed to be good luck, but we always hope that we won’t have to worry about it when we plan a wedding and reception.

At Springhouse, we always bury a full bottle of Bourbon UPSIDE DOWN to help ward off any rain, and that tradition has served us well (pun intended) over the last eleven years, only forcing us inside three previous times for an success rate of of about 98.5%

But last weekend, the remnants of Hurricane Isaias were a certainty, heading into Central Kentucky on Friday and Saturday. We waited as long as we could, but we finally had to move the wedding ceremony from the sunken garden to our 100 year-old historic to***co barn. And even though Alicia and Ryan were hoping to exchange their vows outside, they were happy to have a dry, convenient and unforgettable place to become husband and wife!

Soft lighting, soaring cathedral like rafters and warm, cozy intimate vibes set the stage for the perfect union. An easy flip with the chairs moved into the nearby tent allowed for a seamless transition for dinner and dancing.

Is it any wonder how we won an award for historic preservation from Blue Grass Trust for Historic Preservation for best adaptive reuse of an historic structure? The Barn at Springhouse is so much more than just an old barn. It’s a place where dreams come true and where the past and present join to create a bright future. Is it time to make a name change? Maybe the Chapel at Springhouse? I’ll have to start looking for a chaplain…

WEBER'S WEDNESDAY WISDOM:Trees and shrubs require about an inch of rain a week, especially leading into winter when they...
10/07/2026

WEBER'S WEDNESDAY WISDOM:
Trees and shrubs require about an inch of rain a week, especially leading into winter when they need to keep roots moist and pliable when temperatures are freezing. The rain last week? Only a quarter of an inch.
Even with temperatures falling, trees and shrubs need us to help them remain hydrated, so keep your watering schedule going, especially on windy Fall days!

We have a little tradition here at Springhouse. The night before each wedding, we present an unopened bottle of Bulleit ...
10/03/2026

We have a little tradition here at Springhouse. The night before each wedding, we present an unopened bottle of Bulleit Bourbon to each couple and they bury it upside down in a special spot out in front of our historic to***co barn.

Southern folklore has it that if you bury said bourbon that it will keep the rain away from your special event.

It doesn’t necessarily keep it away from the rehearsal….but no worries!

When you have a couple like Emma Nasfell and John Dicaro, they make the best of it and just go with the flow!

Looks like the Bourbon is working, as the forecast is showing clearing skies and no rain for tonight’s wedding. But even if it does, there’ll be a fresh bottle of Bulleit, dug up during the reception, with just the right amount of rich Kentucky farm soil on it, so you know it’s going to be great night…

So cheers to Emma and John on an amazing day and an even more incredible life together! Thanks for sharing it with us The Barn at Springhouse!

Debbie and I discovered an old to***co farm that was for sale back on Mother’s Day of 1995. It sat on the corner of Harr...
10/01/2026

Debbie and I discovered an old to***co farm that was for sale back on Mother’s Day of 1995. It sat on the corner of Harrodsburg Road (US68) and a narrow country lane called Catnip Hill Road.

Fast forward to 2026, and that Farm was transformed into Springhouse Gardens. I always wondered where our street got its name. Was there really a hill of catnip somewhere back in the day? Do any of you Jessamine County history buffs know the answer?

When US 68 was widened and Catnip Hill (aka Highway 3375) became an intersection, we were offered a choice by the KYDOT: what do we want to call our little section of Catnip Hill? Weber Way? Already one in Lexington, just down the road. Springhouse Lane? Taken. How about WEST Catnip Hill? Approved! But there was still no real catnip hill…

Until now!

We planted catnip this summer. Not the more popular catmint that you see everywhere these days. Real live, genuine, make your cats go crazy, CATNIP—on a HILL . Under our banner. For everyone who passes by or comes for a visit. On West Catnip Hill.

You’re welcome.

If you ever wanted to grow pawpaws on your property, we’ve got some great plants to help you get started! Notoriously ha...
09/29/2026

If you ever wanted to grow pawpaws on your property, we’ve got some great plants to help you get started!

Notoriously hard to dig up from existing trees and not the easiest to grow from seed, the best way to start is from container trees.

To ensure best fruit production, you need at least two trees from different genetic sources. We have gotten in some nice 5 to 6 foot tall trees from one of our Kentucky growers in root maker pots (special pots that air prune to ensure excellent root growth) AND some well branched 2 to 3 foot tall containerized plants from a grower in Illinois.

Plant in full sun for best fruit production and a very unique looking, dense tree up to 20 to 25 feet tall. You can also plant in full shade for an open and airy tree that will produce fewer fruits but will eventually form a pawpaw thicket. They are a great alternative to bush honeysuckle in a wooded setting. At the Springhouse Cottage we have a nice grove of 30 foot tall pawpaws that I started 30 years ago and is always a source of enjoyment and just enough of that very unique flavor of Fall.

‘Tis Autumn! And it’s pumpkin time again! And don’t forget Fall is also the best time to plant!
09/23/2026

‘Tis Autumn! And it’s pumpkin time again!

And don’t forget Fall is also the best time to plant!

This is the season when grasses shine! Host plants for pollinators, shelter and seeds for birds, changing color and grac...
09/18/2026

This is the season when grasses shine! Host plants for pollinators, shelter and seeds for birds, changing color and graceful movement for us - grasses do so much that they are an essential element in any garden. Purple fountain grass always delights. Native grasses include Switchgrass, Little Bluestem, and Muhly grass.

Address

185 W Catnip Hill Rd
Nicholasville, KY
40356

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 11am - 4pm

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+18592241417

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