Dear Friends,  America In Bloom Judges, Bill Hahn and Ed Hooker, were in town the past week, and Washington looked great during its judging time. We will find out how we placed during the America In Bloom Symposium & Awards Program that will be held in Holland, Michigan September 24-26, 2015. We were very pleased at how Washington was presented! We can't wait to share how our town did with all of you!!! Visit the AIB website to learn more about the Awards Program: http://www.americainbloom.org/ I also wanted to share with you information on pollinating insects, including the importance of them and how we can help reduce their decline in numbers. See the articles and links below to learn more. Take it a bit slower while working outside in the heat and be sure to stay well hydrated. The fun fall season of gardening and outdoor activities will come sooner than you think! Sandi
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 Million Pollinator Garden Challenge The Million Pollinator Garden Challenge is a campaign to register a million public and private gardens and landscapes to support pollinators. Pollinators are responsible for 1 out of 3 bites of food we take each day, and yet pollinators are at critical point in their own survival. Many reasons contribute to their recent decline. We know for certain, however, that more nectar and pollen sources provided by more flowering plants and trees will help improve their health and numbers. Increasing the number of pollinator-friendly gardens and landscapes will help revive the health of bees, butterflies, birds, bats and other pollinators across the country. Here's how you can help! From individuals, to schools, community groups, and businesses - everyone can make a difference! BEE Counted! Add a photo of your garden or landscape to the S.H.A.R.E map on the MPGC website. Anyone and any size garden can join in our campaign to reach 1 million sites for pollinators! Click here to learn more. |
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Highway 100 Median Pollinator Gardens
in Washington
These native gardens are in the median on Highway 100 in Washington.
These median plantings are great examples of pollinator/native gardens.
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Nature Friendly Gardening
By Patty Lynch
Nature friendly gardening is all about working with nature, not against it. The ideal nature friendly garden is made up of native plant species, and often becomes habitat for birds, butterflies, bees and other pollinators. By creating a friendly habitat, you will provide food and shelter for our winged friends as well as lizards and other critters. Below are a few nature friendly perennial varieties that are perfect for this type of garden. There are many more plant varieties available in our nursery to help make your garden picture prefect and nature friendly.
Echinacea (Coneflower)
We have several cultivars both native and hybrid species. They attract several types of pollinators, easy to grow, heat and drought tolerant and available in a rainbow of colors.
Click here for more.
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August First Saturday Kids
Saturday, August 1 from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm
Bring the kids to play on our playground and enjoy a FREE activity -
Plant Harry's Hair!
Washington T&C Fair Parade
Sunday, August 2
Look for us in the parade. We will host Honorees' who raised funds for
the All Abilities Park on our float!
Washington Town & Country Fair
Wed. - Sun. August 5-9
Come see the Hillermann Booth in the "Nature's Best" Tent at the Fair!
This tent will include booths from Washington Urban Forestry, Washington Garden Club, Washington In Bloom, and Missouri Prairie Foundation as well as Hillermann's! Learn about the benefits of natives in your landscape, how to choose the right tree for your yard, how to attract birds and butterflies, how to create a nature sanctuary, and more! See our creative displays and get helpful plant, landscaping, and item information. Bring the kids by for fun activities.
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You can create tranquil and relaxing areas in your landscape by adding water features. They make beautiful focal points and create a cool, calming effect in your gardens. We can help you with items and supplies to add small or large water features to your landscape. Use this special sale to help you enhance your gardens with fountains, birdbaths or water gardens.
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Truck Load of Cactus
Video by Garden Answer
Click the image to see the video.
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How to Select the Right Trimmer or Brushcutter
Video from STIHL
Click the image to see the video.
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 Featured Adoptable Pet
Hi, my name is Cupcake. I am a real cute, all brindle colored, 6 month old pit bull mix. I am very friendly, smart and love to play. I am also good with other dogs and would love to be your forever companion. Wags and kisses, Cupcake Franklin County Humane Society 1222 West Main Street, Union, MO 63084 ~ Phone: 636-583-4300 ~ Website
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