Planters' Choice Weekly Picks!

We have received dozens of phone calls and emails expressing concern from many of our customers and friends after the terrible event here in Newtown last Friday. Though thankfully none of us are directly affected, we all are saddened and mourn the senseless loss of lives along with all of you. As Newtown natives, we feel that this does nothing to permanently affect one of the best towns to live in and raise a family.

To that point, we are so incredibly grateful for the generous offers of money, materials and labor from many of our colleagues as well as from the public to help with the healing process. We will be at the forefront coordinating a well-planned installation in early spring working with all interested parties, including Newtown officials. Should any of your customers contact you, or if you have any interest, please call our Newtown office or email us at info@planterschoice.com. We'll need the best phone number and email to reach you, as well as the type of contribution (i.e. equipment for installation, materials, labor, etc.) you would like to offer.

Thank you for keeping our hometown in your thoughts, it allows us to focus on how kind so many people are during this difficult time.

-Chuck and Darryl

Important Winter Dates

CNLA Winter Symposium

When: Wed. & Thurs. Jan. 3rd & 4th

Where: Manchester Community College

What: Trade Show Expo with many informative lectures including Marketing Trends with Bill McCurry, Pest and Disease discussions, Shade Gardening with David Culp, I.D. Challenge and more. There will even be a raffle for an iPad. Stop by Planters' Choice booth and say hi!

Sponsored by CT Nursery and Landscape Association and CT Greenhouse Growers. This should not be missed. Click for the full schedule and to register.

NY Professional Turf and Landscape Trade Show

When: Tues. Jan 8th

Where: Empire City Casino in Yonkers, NY

What: New York State Professional Turf & Landscape Conference and Trade Show

Attend some great lectures on weeds, soil, pruning and more. CT, NJ and NY recertification credits available.

Click here for more information and Schedule (PDF)

CTPA Annual Meeting

When: Thurs. Jan. 17th

Where: The Aquaturf, Plantsville, CT

What: CT Tree Protective Association's Annual Meeting with exhibitors and lectures. Listen to talks on the Biomechanics of Trees, Pesticide Updates, Tree Assesment and more. Registration fee includes a very nice lunch!

Click here to learn more. (PDF)

Groundskeepers Turf and Landscape Conference

CT Groundskeepers Logo When: Tues.& Wed. Jan. 22-23rd

Where: Crown Plaza Hotel, Cromwell, CT

What: CT Groundskeepers Association's Annual Conference

Tuesday's seminars will focus on turf and lawn care, and Wednesday's will be primarily landscaping and hardscape. There will be vendors on both days. See the schedule here.

New England Grows

When: Wed.-Fri. Feb. 6-8th

Where: Convention & Exhibition Center, Boston, MA

What: The Northeast's leading horticulture trade show and green industry seminars. Learn about New Perennials, Invasive Plants, Insecticides & Pollinators, Renovating Older Landscapes and listen to Dan Heims from Terra Nova speak about awesome plants for small gardens and containers. If you've never gone don't miss out on this - you'll be sure to be inspired!

Click for the schedule at a glance and for more information.

ELA Annual Meeting

When: Wed. & Thurs. Feb. 27th & 28th

Where: Mass Mutual Center, Springfield, MA

What: Ecological Trade Show and Marketplace. 2013's conference is titled 'Sustainable Habitats: Making Ecological Connections'. It's a very interesting show with lots to see. Click here for more information.

Special of the Week:

B&B Birch 25% off
Includes both Himalayan & River Birch

Heritage River Birch

Think winter interest with this

SPECIAL!

Himalayan and River Birch(Betula nigra, B. jacqmonti) work well in any landscape, brightening dreary winter days with beautiful exfoliating bark. Combine with broadleaf evergreen shrubs like Inkberry, Leucothoe or Rhododendron for added interest,and Azaleas or Fothergilla nearby will finish the look. Take advantage of great pricing while supplies last. Call ahead for availability.

Continued Specials On:

Arborvitae 'Emerald Green' & Dark American 20% off
B&B Specialty Conifers* (named cultivars) 40% off
A marked selection of container evergreens 50% off, no tagging
All B&B Japanese Maples now 40% (Includes all B&B, container and Specimen Boxed Japanese Maples!)
All Magnolia 20% off
All Fruit Trees 10 & 15 gallon - 30% off

*Does NOT include screening evergreens or container conifers.
Prices are net, no further discounts apply.

Prep Class: Commercial Arborist Licensing Exam

When getting paid to do anything that can be construed as improving or maintaining the health of a tree, you need to have an arborist license in the State of Connecticut.

What: 6 classes help you prepare for the CT Arborist Licensing Exam

Where: 140 Huntingtown Rd. Newtown, CT (our sales office)

When: Wednesdays, Jan. 9th - Feb. 13th, 2 pm-3:30 pm

Cost: $175 (non-refundable)

If you are thinking about getting your Arborist License consider signing up for this 6 session class to help you prepare for it. Call and talk to Mark Kokinchak with any questions. Register soon while there are still spaces available. 203-426-4037

Learn more about the license here.

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