Watertown Tree Farm

#2
What: Tour our tree farm and test your plant ID knowledge
When: November 9th, Wednesday, 3pm (meet 2:45)
Where: Our growing fields at 1450 Bunker Hill Road Watertown, CT  (just up the road from Watertown's sales yard)
Credits: 1.5 for Pesticide License 3a or 3d or Private Applicator
 

Meadowbrook Container Production

Receive a better understanding of just how container production works. Plant I.D.,
 

And something new for this winter ... 

#4
What: Prepare for Custom Grounds 3a Pesticide Licence Test
When: 6 classes, Tuesdays; Jan. 10, 17, 24, 31, Feb. 7, & 14,  2012, 3pm sharp! 

Where: Planters' Choice Newtown Sales Office 

Cost: $150.00 non-refundable

Be Smart, Be safe, Be Legal...

Prepare to get your 3a Custom Grounds Pesticide License with Planters' Choice!

Let's face it, you know you have been meaning to do this and now is your opportunity.

Sign up for 6 - 1.5 hour sessions geared specifically to the information you need to help you test for this important license.

Class limited to 25 people - sign up early!

 Call Mark Kokinchak in Newtown with any questions 203-426-4037 or email us by responding to this email. You can also email Mark directly. 

common name: Japanese Silver Grass
size: 3-5' tall x 3' wide
interest: Silvery plumes

culture:  Prefers moist soil and full sun
time of year: Late summer into fall  
companion plants: Montauk Daisies, Sheffield Pink Chrysanthemums, Sedum 'Autumn Joy', Carpet Roses

'Adagio' is a compact selection of Maiden Grass introduced by Kurt Bluemel (one of the founding fathers of the Ornamental Grass Movement back in the '60s). It is similar to 'Yaku Jima' but with good separation of flowers and foliage making it really stand out. It has a fine texture and is more compact in size making it great for the smaller garden.  

Plant in somewhat moist soil in a full sun location. Leave seed heads up through the winter - cutting them back once they begin to look tired, the latest being early spring.  

Japanese Silver Grass is a native of low-land slopes and mountains of Japan, Taiwan, South Korea and China. Learn more about Miscanthus 'Adagio' here.   

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In This Week* and Looking Good! 

Weeping Norway Spruce 'Formanek'

Deciduous Trees and Shrubs

Acer palmatum 'Sharp's Pygmy' standard

*Viburnum plicatum tomentosum 'Mariesii' 4-5'

Broadleaf and Ornamental Evergreens

Cephalotaxus harringtonia 'Fastigiata' and 'Prostrata' (Plum Yew) Nice substitute for yews as they are deer resistant! Both forms, upright and spreading, are sure to fit into many landscapes.
Picea abies 'Formanek' (Weeping Norway Spruce) Give the garden an evergreen focal point - spectacular for foundation plantings, Japanese gardens and island beds. 

Evergreens for Screening
*Picea omorika (Serbian Spruce) 7/8'

*Pinus strobus (White Pine) 8/10', 10/12'

*Thuja occidentalis (Arborvitae) 'Emerald Green' 4/5', 'Nigra' (Dark American) 5/6', 6/7'

BULBS -
They are here and moving quickly so stop in soon! We continue to take special orders but hurry while there is still availability! Plenty of Narcissus, Crocus, Tulips, Hyacinths and more. Give your customers something to anticipate this spring!




 

Pre-potted Amaryllis Bulbs
Here's a  great way to say "thanks" to your new and long-time customers. Pre-ordering is necessary - minimum of 6 bulbs that come in assortment of colors. They come pre-potted and are good sized bulbs (26-28cm) for indoor enjoyment. Just water them and watch them bloom in about 6 weeks -  nicely packaged, too! Perfect for the upcoming holidays. Call either location for questions, pricing and to get your order placed soon!

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Colorful cabbage in 1 gallon containers - brighten up the fall landscape!

 Enjoy the Weekend!