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E-Newsletter 8/5/14
 
Dear Friends,

       'Tis the season for industry travel. This trip took four of us from Hillermann's north to Chicago to visit the Ball Horticultural field days. This is the world headquarters of some of the best new and improved annual, perennial, veggie and ornamental plant introductions! WOW! We saw a new Easy Wave series of petunias that truly look like velvet called the Velour series. In addition, the geraniums just keep getting bigger and better.

       Dave and Patty have their work cut out for them as they decide what we should grow and offer our customers in 2015. In fact, in this newsletter you will find several selections they would like to get your thoughts on...so let the voting begin!! We would love to hear from you. The photo album shares some of our travels and below you will find a series of photos we would love to hear your opinion on!!

 

Thank You,

Sandi

 

Click here for the photo album of the Ball Field Days.

See the pictures below and let us know your favorite variety.

Ball Field Days New Petunia Varieties 2014

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Summer Slaw Recipe 

        Here is a recipe I want to share with you from "Chef, Leigh Sweet." Leigh shared this recipe on her first class here at Hillermann's. I tried it this weekend and it was delicious.

 

Summer Slaw, great for BBQ's

 

1# bag slaw

Chopped red onion

� c. mayonnaise

Sm. can crushed pineapple, slightly drained

I T. of hot sauce

 

Mix, chill and ENJOY!!

 

Don't miss the next event with "Chef Leigh":

"Cooking Class - Back to Grill"  
on Saturday August 30th at 11:00 am
See below for more information

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Join us for Fun and Educational Events - Graphic  
Washington Town & Country Fair

Wednesday through Sunday, August 6 - 10  

       Washington Town & Country Fair - Come see the Hillermann Booth at the Fair. See our creative displays and get helpful plant, landscaping, and item information. Enter contests; more information to come.

 

Cooking Class - Back to Grill 

Saturday, August 30th at 11:00 am  

       Easy dinner ideas that can be done on your grill -- on a school night. Join Leigh Sweet with Tasteful Affair Catering as she demonstrates making chicken quesadillas, shrimp and veggie skewers, portabella sandwiches, plus, s'more packets. Samples and recipes of featured foods will be available. $5.00 class fee. Space is limited. Please contact Leigh at 314-488-4184 or [email protected] to sign up.

 

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Reduce Chances of Mosquito Bites  
 

Picture of a mosquito       As some of you may have heard, some reports of West Nile Virus have come in recently for our area. West Nile Virus is an infectious disease that first appeared in the United States in 1999. Though most people do not show any symptoms when infected, others can suffer very severe complications. Mosquitoes that have been infected by the virus transmit West Nile. Mosquitoes can also transmit other serious diseases.

 

Here are some ways to reduce your chances of getting bites:

  • Avoid outdoor activities between dusk and dawn when mosquitoes are most active; if you must be outdoors, be sure to wear long pants, long-sleeved shirts, shoes and socks.
  • Wear light colored clothing as mosquitoes are generally attracted to dark colors.
  • Use insect repellent and follow the label directions.
  • Eliminate areas of standing water near your home.
  • Make sure all roof gutters are clean and properly draining.
  • Clean and chlorinate pools, outdoor saunas and hot tubs; keep them empty when not in use and drain water from pool covers.
  • Change water in bird baths weekly.
  • Use screens on windows to keep mosquitoes out.

 

Click here for a publication on Mosquitoes on the MU Extension Center website.

 

 

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Meet the Team - Debbie Ashworth photos and text graphic
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Summer Savings, 30% OFF Empty Potting Containers, 20% OFF Furniture - Good through 8-18-14

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Book cover of Esteban Gardens by Author Annette Brochier Johnson Esteban Gardens 

 

       Esteban Gardens is a wonderful book of inspirational writings with a garden setting from author, Annette Brochier Johnson.

       The book is a great gift idea for any occasion including those suffering from illness or loss. It also makes a great keepsake that you will enjoy displaying on a coffee table or in your library. All the copies that we have in stock are signed by the author!

  

 

 

 

 

Book Special:

Buy one Esteban Gardens Book 

(signed by the author) at the regular price of $23.99 and 

Get a second Esteban Gardens Book 
for $17.50 (25% OFF)!

 

Good through 8/18/14. Not good with any other offer or on previous purchases.

 

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Get Your Fall Garden Seeds!! 
 

       We are so excited!! 2015 seed packs have arrived. Freshly stocked, GMO Free seed packs available now for Fall AND Spring of 2015!

 

       Sign for the seed racks at Hillermann Nursrey and Florist

 

 

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Hillermann's Koi Have a New Home 

       Exciting changes are happening here at Hillermanns! Our famous indoor Koi fish have outgrown their home and have moved to a beautiful water garden sanctuary. So we are removing the pond but have great ideas on our next adventure!! Stay tuned, or better yet stop by to check out our progress!! It's all about nature!  

 

Hillermann's Indoor pond being removed    Hillermann's indoor pond being removed

 

Water garden at the new home of Hillermann's koi fish    Waterfall at the new home of Hillermann's koi fish

 

Click here for more pictures.
 
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Washers Games available at Hillermann Nursery and Florist

Who Wants to  
Play Washers??!!

Made in Alton, Illinois



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The Pot Shop logo    Custom pottery fairy housed by the Pot Shop at Hillermann Nursery and Florist

 

Classes, membership and parties available! 

 

Call or email us for more information

636-221-5593 or 636-584-3169

[email protected]

 

Pot Shop August Special: 

25% off

Fairy Houses!

 

Good through 8/31/14. Pot Shop pottery fairy houses only. 

 


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Hillermann's Farmers' Market

Thursdays and Fridays from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm

 

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Make it!

 

Bake it!

 

Grow it!

 

 



Shop our Farmers' Market and support local vendors!
Vendor booths available free of charge!

Contact Stephanie at 636-239-6729 or
[email protected] for more information.

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Washington In Bloom 
Yard of the Month Contest 

Washington In Bloom logo     America In Bloom logo  

 

       Enter the Yard of the Month Contest! Washington In Bloom is offering the contest in conjunction with the America In Bloom program. The contest runs May through October. Judging will be done the first week of the month. Judging will be based on front yard areas only. Enter through the Washington Parks Office.

 

Click here for an entry form.

 

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Adoptable dog Dakota from Franklin County Humane Society Featured Adoptable Pet 

       Hi, my name is Dakota. I am a very nice, shy big puppy. I am about 4 months old and have some Lab and some Husky in me. Sounds pretty good to me! I am a nice boy and would like to have a calm yet active household with someone that will include me in everything they do. Hope to see you real soon!  

Wags, kisses and sorrowful looks, Dakota  

 

Franklin County Humane Society
1222 West Main Street, Union, MO 63084 ~ Phone: 636-583-4300 ~ Website

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