Dear Friends,
Isn't it hard to believe that September is upon us? I had the opportunity to go to the Cardinal game with my family last night. It was a brand new experience for my grandkids. They were a stitch and we had a blast. The short video below was Gabrielle during the 7th inning stretch. She outlasted both her older brother and sister.
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So now, let's get back to fall and the opportunity to do many outdoor tasks and activities! Below you will find longer hours to serve you, fall events starting up, monthly tips for this time of year and great information on trees and butterflies! The butterfly project is still going strong and there are a couple of great videos that I think you will enjoy watching. Please share these with friends if you so desire.
The store is changing for the seasons and the outside sales yard is filling up with new plants. Join us for inspiration for your own slice of paradise! Join me this Saturday for Coffee and Conversation this Saturday at 8:30 am! See more in the event section below.
Stop by and check us out.
Sandi
Notice: The fall planting season as arrived! We will be open from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm now through Saturday 9/5/15. We will be open from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm on Sunday 9/6/15 and Labor Day Monday 9/7/15.
Hillermann's fall hours start on Tuesday 9/8/15 as follows: Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 6:00 pm, Saturday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm and Sunday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.
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  September Top Tips
BULBS * Except tulips, spring bulbs may be planted as soon as they are available. Tulips should be kept in a cool, dark place and planted in late October - December. HOUSEPLANTS * Begin readying houseplants for winter indoor. Prune back rampant growth and protruding roots. Check for pests and treat if necessary. Houseplants should be brought indoors at least one month before heat is normally turned on which would usually be the end of September or early October. * Poinsettias can be forced into bloom for Christmas. Move them into a room that will receive total darkness through the night and receive light only when there is natural light outside. This must continue until proper color is achieved in 6-10 weeks. PERENNIALS
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 First Saturday Kids Saturday, September 5 from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm Bring the kids to play in the garden and on our playground and enjoy a FREE activity - Make a Birdbath!
************************************************************************************ Coffee and Conversation Saturday, September 5 from 8:30 to 9:30 am Come, enjoy coffee and conversation with a member of our staff. This week's session is "Fall Veggie Gardens...what to plant." Write down your questions and bring them in to be included in the discussion. Then, pick up supplies and put your fresh knowledge to work in your yard and gardens. 20% OFF Vegetable Plants for attendees of this event only!
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Labor Day Monday, September 7 We will be open Sunday 9/6/15 and Monday 9/7/15 from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm ************************************************************************************
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Popular Trees for Fall Planting
Fall is a great time to plant trees and shrubs!
Below are some popular varieties for you to choose from.
Autumn Blaze Maple
Rapid grower, Excellent
red- orange fall color.
40-55' x 30-40'
Starting at $105.00
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Green Giant Arborvitae Fragrant dark green foliage. Great for hedge or screening. 30-40' x 12-15' Starting at $45.00
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Swamp White Oak Yellow fall color. Grows 50-60' Tall & Wide Starting at $35.00
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Sun Valley Maple One of the best red maples. Awesome orange-red fall color. 20-35' x 15-25' Starting at $110.00
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Heritage Birch Multi Awesome exfoliating bark. Great yellow fall color. 40-60' x 40-50' Starting at $95.00
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Northern Red Oak Native tree to Missouri. Scarlet red fall color. 50-70' x 40-50' Starting at $35.00
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Selecting Shade Trees -
The Great Eight
There are several points to consider before selecting a shade tree for your yard. Following is a list of things to consider.
1. Size - Be sure to look into the full grown size of your shade tree. Will it fit well in the place you want to plant?
2. Location - You want your shade tree to do the most for you in the location you choose. You must also watch out for utilities such as power lines, under ground sewer lines etc.
3. Trees can also be planted to screen out unwanted views.
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 In the Garden -
Enjoying My Bee GardenBlog by Judy from Botanical Interests Seeds
While my garden is my reprieve-a place to recharge-I like to share it with my sweet, bee friends, and at this time of year the garden is a-buzzzz with bees. I need these hard working, fuzzy heroes to pollinate. Did you know that there are over 4,000 native species of bees in North America? Talk about diversity! Some bees are generalists, like the European Honey Bee, collecting pollen from a number of various plants, while other bees are specialists, pollinating specific plants-like squash bees with squash and pumpkins.
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Bee Update - Where did they go?
Video from Garden Answer
Click the image for the video.
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Saving the Migration
Documentary Video on Newsy.com
Click the image to watch the video.
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Visit the Pot Shop in the Garden Center at Hillermann Nursery & Florist. Watch the artists at work creating one of a kind hand made pottery and browse our finished pieces! See pottery in all the different stages of creating, firing and glazing! Pick up handmade pottery for a unique gift or add some beautiful pieces to the décor in your home.
Pottery Classes: Learn to make your own pottery items! We can work with your schedule. Call us to learn more!
Pot Parties: Enjoy a Pot Party with a group where each of you can make your own pottery item! Gather friends, family, scouts, a home schooled group, or any group for a fun activity! Pot Parties are just $25.00 per person and can host 3 - 12 people.
For more information,
call Carol at (636)221-5593 or Noreen at (636)584-3169
or send us an email to potshopathillermann@gmail.com.
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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!
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Adopt A Pet Today!
Franklin County Humane Society
1222 West Main Street, Union, MO 63084 Phone: 636-583-4300 ~ Website
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