Four Happy Words... Crisp, colorful & simply beautiful! The fall weather is perfect for cleaning up your garden, quickly tucking in spring blooming bulbs (for next spring's bouquets) and decorating for fall. Plants, pumpkins, gourds and cornstalks are here for quick pick-ups to add color to your displays. Visit us for all you need and get out and enjoy the fall weather!   

Click here for a photo album of pictures from our company party. 

       We had our company party this past Saturday, and it was the best one yet. We held it at the store and had a costume party. We had 85 people in attendance and we all had the time of our lives. I am sharing a photo gallery of our fun. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did!

       Our Inventory Reduction sale on several categories begins this week. See the list below and come in for a visit!!

Saturday, October 25 at 10:00 

First Saturday Kids

Saturday, November 1

Weekend

Gardening Guide

Here's a quick gardening guide for the weekend...

1. Plant! You can plant until the ground freezes. We have a long way to go! Check out the sales we have available now.

2. Tuck In! Plant spring blooming bulbs: Crocus, daffodils and hyacinths... Think of the colorful bouquets in March!

3. Clean-Up! Clear away debris and cut back plants that are done blooming.

4. Fertilize! Feed your trees, shrubs and perennials

5. Decorate! Think about fall touches that will carry through to Thanksgiving. Fun, festive and great curb appeal! Include regular and specialty pumpkins, gourds, cornstalks, straw bales and a wide variety of plants. All available at Hillermann's!

Why Plant a Tree?

       There are many reasons to plant a new tree such as shade, energy savings, wildlife habitat, edible fruit, decorative fruit, fall color or screening. Whatever the reason for wanting a new tree, you can be assured that there are many different options to choose from. You can find trees of every size, shape and color at Hillermann's. No matter what your site conditions are, there is a tree that will work. Know your environmental conditions for the area that you want to plant; conditions like sunlight, moisture levels and soil type will be important factors to be aware of when choosing your tree. Do you have size constraints? No problem, there is a tree for you. You can find everything from a tree that can create a canopy over a street or one that will be perfect in that small pocket of your garden.

Conservation:

       A properly placed shade tree can reduce your air conditioning bill by as much as 25%. Planting a shade tree due west or east of a window will reduce the amount of sun reaching your home.

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       Bird Man Mel from Gold Crest Distributing has created a video Farewell to his hummingbird feathered friends. The video is so good that we just had to share it with you!

Fall Farewell to My Feathered Friends

The Fall Table

       While food may be the main attraction around the holidays, entertaining isn't complete without a beautiful setting for dining. Wow your guests this season with these beautiful fall table-toppers.

       BRING THE OUTSIDE IN. Wrap votive candleholders or vases in unexpected materials, like twine or cornhusks, for an autumn feel. Use other natural, backyard elements - acorns, moss, fern, even cattails - and finish the table with white, classic tableware. The contrast is not only striking; it's easy to achieve.

       RAKE UP SOME DÉCOR. Pair brightly hued clusters of leaves under clear plates for a simple alternative to placemats, or place a sprig in the tie around a rolled napkin. Give an old standby new life by creating a leaf collage under a sheer tablecloth.

       CREATE CENTERPIECES. Experiment with the staples of the season to get guests talking. Clean out a pumpkin and place a shallow vase of flowers within for an unexpected finish. Guests will remember your originality.

       PLAY WITH YOUR FOOD. Bright red peppers, deep purple beets, buttery yellow squash, and rich, soil-brown potatoes create a natural and homey feel. The vivid autumn colors of oranges or bosc pears, along with seasonal Indian corn and walnuts, make beautiful fall decorations. Arrange them into a simple centerpiece or use as the anchor for place cards.

       WORK WITH WHAT YOU HAVE. Fall entertaining is about gathering with loved ones, and decorations can be easy. If your tableware is understated, for example, use brightly colored napkins or use clear glassware and let the color of your drinks bring a pop of color. Or, use your favorite plates and incorporate subtle seasonal accents, like a smattering of pinecones or miniature pumpkins spray-painted to your liking.

Bedtime for Bulbs

       Dreaming of spring color? Here's the drill: Buy hardy bulbs now and plant them before the ground freezes. Get the job done fast and efficiently with these tips.

       Clear a Spot. If you're searching for spaces to tuck in bulbs, focus firs on fall garden cleanup. Open area will be revealed when you pull out spent annuals and cut back perennials.

       Choose a Tool. Dibbles and troels are good for digging individual holes for small bulbs. An auger attached to a drill reduces fatigue if you have lots of holes to dig. Use a shovel to excavate one hole for a large clump of a dozen or more bulbs.

       Dig the Right Depth. Plant bulbs at a depth three times their height. Tulips and hyacinths should be 6 to 7 inches deep, daffodils, 8 inches deep and crocus 3 inches deep.

       Bury the Treasure. Make sure the growing tip is pointing up. Cover with soil and water. Spread mulch over the top to prevent heaving from freezing and thawing.

       There is still a lot of time left in the season for outdoor landscape and planting projects! To make things easier for you, we offer

FREE DIY Landscape

Design Consultations

       Our DIY Landscape Design Consultant, Rick Watson is here to help you with your landscape projects by offering landscape design and installation consultation (bring in pictures and measurements of your project area). Appointments are preferred by calling Rick at 636-239-6729. Walk-ins will be accepted between appointments.

       Are your white pines yellowing on the inside? It's ok - that is their fall color...enjoy. However, make sure you keep them watered during dry weather until the ground freezes. The plant roots still need moisture in the ground through winter. 

If the Weather Is Frightful,

Birding Can Be Delightful

       Bring the antics and sounds of birds to your yard for interest in fall and winter months. Food and water are the main attractions. Birds are in need of fresh flowing water all year long! We have heated bird baths to keep the water from freezing! Let the birds drink and play! Birds need feeders up high, and down low with different types of food to accommodate for all bird types. Sunflower seeds are a bird favorite! You can keep bird feeders up 6ft from the ground, and 6 ft away from any jumping surface if stingy squirrels become a problem!

End of Season Clearance sale  

on select mowers!

Call Casey or Roger in the equipment center at  

636-239-6729 for details.

Through October:  

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

Starting on Saturday, November 1st:  

Saturdays from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Come visit our vendors for locally grown produce, canned and baked goods, unique handmade items, and more! Many great gift items are available!

Call Julie Brinker at 636-239-6729 for more information.

  

Pottery Class

       We will start our 6 week pottery course on Saturday, October 25th from 10:30 am - Noon, and run for six consecutive weeks. Cost is $225 and includes all materials. You are welcome to use the studio outside of class time for practice or to work on projects. Think of how many unique, handmade Christmas gifts you can make! If you sign up with a friend, you each save $25! Space is limited - so sign up now!

Pot Parties

       Want to try something fun for a birthday party, home school activity, scout group or other group? Have a Pot Party at the Pot Shop! Pot Parties are just $25.00 per person and can host 3 - 12 people.

To sign up or for more information, call Carol at (636)221-5593 or Noreen at (636)584-3169. Or send us a email to: potshopathillermann@gmail.com

Featured Adoptable Pet 

       Hi, my name is Nitro. I am a very flashy little 2 month old boy. I have dark gray fur interspersed with lighter gray culminating into a beautiful circle tabby pattern. I am sweet, loving and haven't figured out just what life is about yet. I am beginning to learn that people are nice, things that move are fun to chase and soft beds are better than sleeping on the floor. If you would like to show me more things about a good life, then please come to adopt me and maybe we can learn from each other. Mews and purrs, Nitro