DEGROOT S NURSERIES SPRING 2016

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1 DEGROOT S NURSERIES SPRING 2016

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4 18 14 UPDATE This publication may not be reproduced, all or in part, without written consent from the publisher and Degroot s Nurseries. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of all content in the publication, however, the publisher will not be held accountable for omissions or errors. Note that products may vary between retailers and regions, and supplies may be limited. Pricing is subject to change and is not valid with any other offer. Home & Garden Showplace is a registered trade mark for use by its members, of which the Garden Centre Group Co-Op is an alliance member. Photo credit to Proven Winners for a selection of photos provided to this magazine. 4 DEGROOT S NURSERIES DEGROOTS.CA

5 From the Owner Some years ago, I phoned the head office of Canadian Tire with this proposition: I will promise not to sell tires, if you make a promise to me not to sell plants and garden goods. They didn t call back, at least not so far. To me, it seemed like a fair deal. Even in the absence of a courtesy call back from the kind folks at Canadian Tire, we here at DeGroot s have decided to hold up our part of the bargain. We don t sell tires. Probably never will. But retailing has changed. And we are changing with the times. We will never waver from our core business of providing top notch gardening goods and services to you, our valued customer. We will always be Lambton County s premier destination for all things nursery and landscape. But that s not to say we won t dabble into a few side shoots. If you walk into our gift store, you will notice our Lugs, a line of amazingly functional and beautiful handbags and totes. You will see a neat selection of Melisa and Doug toys, real high quality at real good prices. You won t miss our display of Darlee patio furniture, of much higher quality than the box stores. We carry a careful selection of Crocs footwear, Upper Canada Soaps, Mirage Candles and Woodstock wind chimes. Even fashion has made its way into DeGroot s, along with a selection of unique jewelry and accessories. And our display of outdoor art and home décor is beautiful, always changing to stay up to date. Do check us out, we promise to impress you. John DeGroot DEGROOT S SPRING EVENTS Sarnia Lambton Potter s Guild Show & Sale April 15 & 16 nataliesheldon1974@hotmail.com DeGroot s Spring Open House April 16 info@degroots.ca Ask the Expert - Native Plants Wed & Sat in May Also June 11, July 9, Aug 13, & Sept 10 returnthelandscape@gmail.com Art Under Glass October 1 & 2 markmclean49@gmail.com Chamber of Commerce Showcase October 19 Rotary Trivia Night October 22 Fiery Faces October 29 cveary@gmail.com St. Joseph s Hospice Gala November 5 lcoene@sjhospice.ca Fusion Food & Wine Show November 11 & 12 fundraising@lcds.on.ca Craft & Vendor Sale November 19 lynn@degroots.ca Bluewater Health Winter Wonderland November 26 & 27 RESERVE YOUR TICKET FOR Friends and Family Night JULY 14TH, 2016 STORE WIDE DISCOUNTS! You must have a ticket to gain admission and will be notified by when your tickets are available for pick up in June. Name: address: Do you wish to receive the weekly newsletter? Yes Do you wish to receive John s weekly Garden clippings articles? Yes No No SPRING

6 HEAT COMBINATIONS Spring is always a wonderful and fresh time of the year. Fabulous flower baskets arrive in the Garden Centre, and we ooh and aaah about which ones we like the best. We consider the options for our home and garden location, and vow to be better than last year about watering and fertilizing this season. Alas, the heat of summer arrives; we take a long weekend away, and come home to find our planters look a little worse for wear. Why not try a planter made using these heat resistant ingredients? Angelonia Archangel Series Angelonia Archangel Dark Rose Bloom Scientific Name: Angelonia angustifolia Common Name: Summer Snapdragon Hardiness Degree: 0 F (-17.8 C) Blooming Season: Late Summer, Summer Plant Habit: Upright Characteristics: Scented Foliage, Heat Tolerant, Drought Tolerant, Winter Interest (regional), Colorful/Attractive Foliage, Low Maintenance Water: Medium Fertilize: Once a month Spacing: (25-30cm) Height: (30-36cm) Width: (25-30cm) Exposure: Sun General Information: Huge flowers are vibrant against glossy dark green foliage. Thrives in extreme heat, humidity and drought. Excellent landscape performance. Perilla Magilla Blooming Season: Spring, Summer Plant Habit: Mounded Characteristics: Drought Tolerant, Colorful/Attractive Foliage, Heat Tolerant, Shade Tolerant, Low Maintenance Water: Medium Fertilize: Every two weeks Spacing: (30-36cm) Height: (61-91cm) Width: (30-46cm) Magilla Perilla Exposure: Partial Sun General Information: This striking plant features showy coleus-like foliage, but is extremely heat and cold tolerant. A wonderful addition to large mixed containers or for adding contrast to the landscape. Lantana Lucky Series Lantana Lucky Sunrise Rose Bloom Scientific Name: Lantana camara Common Name: Lantana Hardiness Degree: 32 F (0.0 C) Blooming Season: Summer Plant Habit: Mounded Characteristics: Attracts Butterflies, Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Attracts Hummingbirds, Poisonous, Heat Tolerant Water: Light Fertilize: Once a week Spacing: 12 (30cm) Height: (30-41cm) Width: (30-36cm) Exposure: Sun General Information: The dark green foliage contrasts beautifully with the bright flower colors. Lucky stands up well to heat, humidity and other stressful conditions. The plants stay upright and mounded with a controlled habit all season, making them ideal for small-space gardens and containers. Rudbeckia Gold Rush Rudbeckia Gold Rush Bloom Scientific Name: Rudbeckia hirta Hardiness Degree: -20 F (-28.9 C) Blooming Season: Late Spring, Summer, Autumn, Late Summer Plant Habit: Upright Water: Light Fertilize: Once a month Spacing: (46-61cm) Height: (46-61cm) Width: (46-61cm) Exposure: Sun General Information: Provides bold double yellow flowers from Spring to Autumn. Repeat blooming and a magnet for butterflies. Lantana Lucky Sunrise Rose Angelonia Archangel Dark Rose Perilla Magilla Purple 6 DEGROOT S NURSERIES DEGROOTS.CA

7 Study their growing habits. Which vegetables grow best vertically, in single rows, or in blocks? Study seed envelopes and seedling packet labels. By planting a vertical crop like pole beans, interspersed with a creeping vine like pumpkins, you can maximize space. Select the best spot. The best garden bed sites are level, well-draining, and close to a water source. Choose a spot that receives at least eight hours of direct sun daily. Create an outline of your bed with string, garden hose, or even flour. Measure the area. Prepare the site by removing sod. Use a tiller, spade, or pitchfork to turn and loosen the soil at least 12 inches deep. Prepare the soil by adding well-rotted manure and/or compost. Plant your garden, and don t forget to use the principals of Crop Rotation and Companion Planting. Vegetable 101 Gardening by Lynn Baarschers As you plant your garden and then throughout the season, make notes on your layout to remind yourself what worked well and what changes you want to try next year. I also marked harvest dates on my garden map, which allowed me to remember all those important details the next winter. A garden layout is fluid. It can change not only season to season but also within a growing season itself. As you plan your first layout, make informed decisions and then give yourself some grace as you put your plan into effect. Your vegetables will, too! Everyone seems interested in growing their own food these days. I was also intrigued by the prospect, and so a few years ago we built two raised beds in the fall, and over the winter I faithfully studied my collection of gardening books. What a fine way to spend some cold winter days! The results of my homework were gratifying. Each day that spring and summer I could admire the results, and more importantly, I could enjoy the flavours of those beautiful veggies. I hope the following tips will inspire you to become a vegetable gardener too. Before you choose what crops to grow, consider their season. Which grow well in cool weather? Which must wait to be planted until the weather gets hot? With careful planning, you can plant and harvest two or even three crops in the same part of the garden during one season in two or three successive waves, maximizing productivity. SPRING

8 WE SELL BULK! ANY QUANTITY - LARGE OR SMALL (WE SELL BY THE POUND) Bring your truck, bring your trailer, or have us deliver. WOOD MULCH cedar, red, chocolate, black, econo, rustic, and shredded SOILS compost, screened, top dresser, clay loam, sandy loam, topsoil and triple mix STONE MULCH beechwood pebbles, black chestnut, chocolate marble, cobblestone, coloured river rock, crushed brick, flat river rock, gravel, lava black and red, pea stone, renfrew, round stone, screenings, sand, walnut pebbles, and western sunrise. DeGroot s Garden Teahouse OPEN MONDAY - SATURDAY 9AM-3PM Fully Licensed. Private Tree-Covered Patio. DeGroot s Garden Teahouse offers private rooms for intimate get togethers. (Birthday parties, baby and wedding showers, engagement parties and meetings) The entire house can be booked for afterhours events. Bus tours are welcome and can be accommodated in the Green Room. (Meeting room in the main building) SPEND $10 OR MORE BEFORE TAX, AND WE WILL TAKE $5 OFF YOUR TOTAL PURCHASE Coupon must be presented at time of purchase and cannot be used on future or past transactions or returns. One coupon per household. Cannot be used to purchase giftcards or be combined with other sales, discounts or promotions. See store for full details. Expires : May 28th, 2016 Postal Code: Address Do you wish to receive the weekly newsletter? Yes Do you wish to receive John s weekly Garden clippings articles? Yes No No 8 DEGROOT S NURSERIES DEGROOTS.CA

9 LIGHT UP YOUR LIFE Extend your summer evenings by incorporating lanterns into your landscape. Let the soft glow of candle light, fl ameless or solar powered lanterns illuminate your conversation or light your way down the garden path. Your local garden centre has a multitude of lanterns to choose from in all shapes and sizes. They make a wonderful gift for any gardener. ART IN THE GARDEN The clean distinctive lines of modern stainless steel or rustic and timeworn metals will create the element of surprise. By adding a classic or contemporary sculpture, you can turn any corner of your backyard into an expression of your own personal style. Always include a fun feature and conversation piece in your garden. LET S REFLECT Gazing balls have their beginnings as far back as thirteenth century Venice and are widely associated with the Victorian era and English gardens in particular. Although they fell from popularity in the 1950s there has been a refreshing resurgence and a multitude of modern choices of this age old standard. Mounted on a concrete pedestal, a metal stand, or simply placed in your garden amongst your ground coverage, gazing balls are a simple way to add a touch of colour and interest to an otherwise unadorned setting. ROMANCING THE STONE Let a timeless piece of garden statuary add elegance and sophistication to your landscape. From a whimsical fairy to a stately statuette of St. Francis you can put your personal fi ngerprint on that special place and give heart to your garden. Spring is here and your garden centre is calling. We ve got what you need to take your garden from ordinary to EXTRAordinary. THESE ITEMS AVAILABLE AT: DEGROOT S NURSERIES 1840 London Line, Sarnia, Ontario (While supplies last.) SPRING

10 Smaller Garden Solutions FROM DEGROOT S Hardy easy care dwarf Hydrangea. Exciting new long blooming hardy varieties. Bobo Hydrangea PW Bobo is engulfed by large white flowers all summer. Little Lime Hydrangea PW Same great flower show smaller size. Little Quick Fire PW Earlier bloomer, turns from white to deep pink. Tiny Tuff Stuff PW Dependable bloomer, lace cap type. 26 DEGROOT S NURSERIES DEGROOTS.CA

11 Summer Blooming Solutions FROM PROVEN WINNERS Long blooming Hydrangea in tree form. Easy care. Hardy new varieties. Perfect accent trees. Limelight Hydrangea Tree Form PW Glowing lime blooms quickly turn snow white. Jeff s favorite. Quick Fire Hydrangea Tree Form PW First to bloom. White blooms turn from white to dark pink. Pinky Winky Hyrangea Tree Form PW Largest white/pink flowers. FERTILIZER TO ENCOURAGE MAXIMUM FLOWERING POTENTIAL! SPRING

12 Meet the Landscape Team Our Designers Aaron Deactis Creativity is the ability to let your mind wander. Let s create beautiful spaces! Eveliene Van den Ouweland Passionate about creating a modern landscape that parallels the look and feel of the home. John DeGroot Guru of all things growing. Loves every creative challenge. Amy McCaskill Putting your lifestyle into the landscape. Rick Anjema Enjoys the challenge of balancing needs, desires and what s new into each individual landscape. Brittany Thuss Garden Care Team Coordinator Christine Hutchinson Landscape Scheduler Debbie Kameka Administrator Assistant Toby Rae Project Manager 28 DEGROOT S NURSERIES DEGROOTS.CA

13 Welcome Home DeGroot s Landscape Design department offers you: Quality outdoor spaces Creative, unique designs Wide selection of products and materials A good balance of stone and plant material Outdoor cooking options with built in BBQ s, pizza ovens and fire pits Water features and ponds Struggling with keeping your garden maintained? We have a Garden Care team that can help you with all your garden needs including: Pruning & weeding Seasonal cleanup Seasonal decorating Pond cleaning Mulch top up And much more! Year round package are available! gardencare@degroots.ca SPRING

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