Dear Friends,
In the last newsletter we mentioned that the early Spring had been fairly dry. Well, we aren't complaining now! Our flooded loading dock area was home for some ring-necked ducks for a few days. 
But things are drying up now and we've got the irrigation going to keep the plants in good shape. The sun is shining and summer is here! Come out to the nursery and see all the wonderful plants and garden accessories we've brought in. More information (and a coupon) below on just a few of the things you might find. 
Just a reminder though, there is one last Thursday evening and one last Sunday afternoon before we go to summer hours after June 30th (9 AM to 4 PM every day except closed on Sundays). The nursery will also be closed on July 4th for the holiday. We look forward to seeing you here at OGS!
Cheers,
Al Pfeiffer, Owner
Oriental Garden Supply
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Summer Highlights from the Nursery:
Looking for a great small conifer to tuck in somewhere? We have two candidates for you! The first one is Tsuga canadensis 'Cole's Prostrata' and isn't it cute? This plant grows about to about 2' tall by 4' wide making a nice groundcover that is a terrific alternative to the usual creeping junipers. Older plants show off a sculpted trunk.
Another super conifer we are offering is Tsuga canadensis 'Jervis.' This little guy will grow to about 2' tall by 1' wide at maturity with an upright irregular form. Its dense branching, congested foliage, and prominent buds make it a star for the dwarf conifer garden. Light green new foliage darkens to a deep green as it ages.
It's summer, and summer in our area means hydrangeas! We have a stunning new cultivar at the nursery - Hydrangea serrata 'Spreading Beauty' - and a beauty it is! Its lilac pink or blue lacecap flowers glimmer from mid summer to late fall on a spreading, bushy plant somewhat smaller than the usual hydrangea (2'-3' tall x 2'-4' wide). Not to mention leaves that turn burgundy in fall.
The next plant we have mentioned before in the newsletter, but we have had so many inquiries about this unusual plant that we wanted to bring it to your attention again. Acanthus spinosus, otherwise known as Bear's Breeches, is a clump forming perennial featuring pure white, snapdragon-like flowers enclosed by spiny, reddish purple bracts. Deeply cut, glossy, thistle-like leaves highlight this show-stopper!
And finally, how about these cutie pies? Can you tell which one is Granny Betsy, or Jennifer, or Nancy, or little Hedwig? Come to the nursery and find out!
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Upcoming
This last weekend Chris loaded up the truck and headed for the Lewiston Garden Fest. This event is part of the National Garden Festival in the Buffalo area. Nearly 1,000 gardens on 15 walks and tours, garden-themed bus tours, educational events, a Buffalo-style garden art sale, Open Gardens happening from June 21 through August 4. Their tag line is "A Six Week Garden Party!" More information here.
Oriental Garden Supply will also be at the Corn Hill Arts Festival on July 13-14. Come say hello! We will have some specially selected plants available for purchase there. More information about the festival here.
And finally, be on the lookout for our famous Sad Little Plant Sale! Coming Saturday, August 3 through Friday, August 9. You get to take home some plants that need a little extra-special attention and we get to clear the decks a little. Win-win!
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