VERMEER S GARDEN CENTRE SPRING 2015

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4 contents 9 Growing your Herbs Indoors this Winter 10 5 Tips for a Healthy Holiday Season 12 Stocking Stuffers for Gardeners 14 Fashions are in Full Bloom 16 Sparkling Table Settings for the Holidays 18 The Forgotten Helper 20 A Festive Trifle Hyacinths, Paperwhites, & Amaryllis NEEDS UPDATING 24 A Seed by Any Other Name 28 Welcome Home for the Holidays 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. 4 VERMEER S GARDEN CENTRE

5 At Vermeer s, spring begins back in January when unrooted cuttings are received from all around the globe, and we begin the huge task of seeding various varieties of flowers and vegetables. For 2015, we are growing a new series of wave petunia called Velour which comes in rich red, berry and burgundy. We congratulate our fabulous staff who strive for the best when it comes to customer satisfaction and providing excellent customer service. New product lines for your home and outdoor living spaces have been sourced out long before the spring and summer seasons are even upon us. FROM Owner THE Welcome to the 2015 spring edition of Vermeer s Home and Garden Showplace magazine. It always surprises me how quickly time passes by. We are blessed with four seasons where we live, but the anticipation of spring is always exciting. Join us again this season for any of our workshops and seminars that assist and teach you how to be successful gardeners in a casual, fun atmosphere. Vermeer s has a growing kid s workshop schedule where our talented staff enjoy teaching and sharing with your children how they can grow and be the next generation of gardeners. It s becoming a tradition to host Heirlooms festival, full of etsy artisans, and we welcome them back again this year on June 20th. Come visit and stay for a while, let us inspire you for a wonderful spring and summer! Happy Planting! SPRING

6 We are thrilled to announce our Spring 2015 Lineup OF SPECIALS, DEMONSTRATIONS & WORKSHOPS! Please call us at to RSVP to any of our events. Saturday, May 2nd, 10am ALL ABOUT YOUR LAWN The grass can be greener on your side of the fence! Join Jeff Bokma to get a jump on your lawn. Grub issues? Weeds? Brown patches? This is the place to come for answers! No cost. Please RSVP by phone to Saturday, May 2nd, 2pm FLORAL GARLAND WORKSHOP They re all over the pages of home décor and wedding magazines this spring, big beautiful garlands of fresh flowers. Let our designers teach you the art of creating one of this season s hottest items. Use as a centrepiece or mantle addition in your home to bring floral beauty to life! Space is limited for this class, so please sign up early. Please note, photo is for example only, colours and flowers will vary. $65. Please RSVP by phone to Monday, May 4th Saturday May 9th MOTHER S DAY HANGING BASKET BONANZA! Swing into spring with an excellent sale just in time for Mother s Day! ALL 10 HANGING BASKETS ARE $9.99 THIS WEEK ONLY! Regularly priced at $14.99 ea. Tuesday, May 12th, 5pm KIDS CLUB VEGGIE HEADS Join us to make veggie heads fun planters chock-full of lettuce, onions and spinach with a decorative face that you can take home and watch grow. Easy care and fun to watch grow, these planters are a great introduction to the world of veggie gardening! $10. Please RSVP by phone to Saturday, May 16th, 10am TROPICAL IMPACT CONTAINERS WITH CYNTHIA VERMEER If you re looking to make a tropical statement this season, this is the seminar for you. Big bold planting combinations are fresh and fun. Join Cynthia to learn the art of creating tropical outdoor containers for your porch and patio. No cost. Please RSVP by phone to Tuesday, May 19th, 5pm KIDS CLUB TEACHER S GIFT Create a blooming table top planter perfect for your teacher, complete with a photo plant marker. Thank your teacher for helping you grow with this fun workshop! $15. Please RSVP by phone to Saturday, May 23rd, 10am VEGGIE GARDENING Learn the basics of veggie gardening - the types of plants that will work for you, the easiest crops to grow at home, and some fun ways to grow veggies like potato bags and bucket tomatoes! For this seminar, it s beneficial to know the area you plan to grow in, as well as the amount of sun in that area. Come armed with questions, we have the answers! No cost. Please RSVP by phone to Tuesday, May 26th, 5pm KIDS CLUB DINO PLANTERS Back by popular demand, this fun workshop will let your little ones create a planter full of fun! We ll use small plants, rock pathways, and of course toy dinosaurs in a container garden that can be taken home and enjoyed all summer long. Space at this seminar is limited, so sign up early! $20. Please RSVP by phone to VERMEER S GARDEN CENTRE

7 Saturday, May 30st, 10am ANNUAL PLANTER WORKSHOP Create an urn insert planter perfect for your home, with custom colours and plants designed for your sunlight requirements. Let our experts help you with placement, colour coordination and care tips. Containers will be provided for this seminar. $30. Please RSVP to Tuesday, June 2nd, 5pm KIDS CLUB STEPPING STONES Create a garden stepping stone, with a mosaic of rocks, shells, glass beads and more. Perfect to mark your favourite spot in the garden. Please note that this craft will have to complete drying at home, and you ll want to wear clothes that can get a little dirty. $15. Please RSVP by phone to Saturday, June 6th, 10am CONTAINER GARDENING WITH REGINA Why would you ever put your urn away? Join Regina for a seminar on creating a planter or urn that can be changed to reflect the season from spring blooms right through to fall. Regina will show many options of container creation, from simple to extravagant, with lots of examples on display to inspire you and match your budget. No cost. Please RSVP by phone to Saturday, June 13th, 10am SUMMER BLOOMING SHRUBS Join Jeff as he explores the world of blooming shrubs, options and ideas for long lasting flowers throughout the summer season. Learn about structure and shaping in the garden using these gorgeous plants. From Hydrangea to roses and more, this seminar is full of ideas that will inspire! No cost. Please RSVP by phone to Saturday, June 20th, 10am 6pm HEIRLOOMS: NIAGARA ETSY ARTISANS FESTIVAL We re thrilled to again be the proud host of the Heirlooms Festival. A day of crafts and creativity, come stroll through the garden centre and explore the works of over 40 local artisans. Non perishable food items or monetary donations will be taken at the door to benefit Pelham Cares. For more information about the show, vendors, and pictures of last year s event, visit or like Vermeer s on facebook! Monday, June 22nd Saturday, June 27th SUMMER SOLSTICE CUSTOMER APPRECIATION WEEK Check our website at or like us on facebook for more great deals! We love a great sale-a-bration to kick off the summer, and this year we re stretching out the festivities into a week of wild and wonderful specials! Madness Monday the 22nd kicks off the week with amazing deals on all our annual plants. We ll also be having our yearly staff container contest, where you can watch our staff create a container in 30 minutes and then judge your favourite for a chance to win. More details will be available soon on our website. Tasting Tuesday the 23rd brings the fine folks from the wine rack to our garden centre, sampling regional wines as you shop through our spectacular specials. In addition to our solstice sales, all things edible will be on sale this day. We ve Gone Wild Wednesday the 24th is a day for décor! Fantastic specials on fashion and giftware all day long! Tree-riffic Thursday the 25th is a spectacular sale on all trees, big and small! Foliage Friday the 26th Love a great leaf? We do too! Join us for specials on all perennials that are not currently in bloom. Sale-a-bration Saturday the 27th. Let us help you create your outdoor paradise with sales on all patio furniture, concrete statuary & fountains! Thursday, July 16th, 6pm GIRLS IN THE GARDEN LADIES NIGHT Join us for a fantastic ladies night, featuring delightful summer party tips, exciting gift ideas, interesting floral design creations, great giveaways and of course delicious appetizer and drink ideas. More details on our website at soon! $15. Please RSVP as soon as possible to , as our ladies night fills up quickly! Spring & Summer Hours at Vermeer s SPRING HOURS Monday, April 27 - Saturday, June 13 Monday - Friday: 8:00-8:00 Saturday: 8:00-5:30 SUMMER HOURS Monday, June 15 - Saturday, August 1 Monday - Friday: 8:00-6:00 Saturday: 8:00-5:00 LATE SUMMER HOURS Monday, August 3 - Saturday, October 31 Monday - Saturday: 9:00-5:30 SPRING

8 MUST-HAVES for a Sizzling Season Crispy Wave Fern First discovered in Japan in 1961, the Crispy Wave Fern has been getting noticed ever since! This fern has exceptional air purifying qualities, thanks in part to the rippled surface of its fronds. Unlike other ferns, it s a low maintenance plant, and won t drop its leaves causing a mess. If cared for properly, it can outlive nearly any other houseplant! FELCO Pruners Felco pruners are world famous. Once you ve tried a Felco pruner there s just no going back. It will become a family heir-loom. Smooth, tight action. Quality you can feel. Awesome cutting power and precision in your control when you pick up one of these incredibly durable pruners. Felco pruners are of such high quality that they come with a life time limited warranty. BIG, BOLD Garden Art Add some fun to your outdoor space this summer with these colourful wall art pieces. Lizards, owls, butterflies and more, each cheery piece will bring a bit of whimsy to your garden or patio. Tough enough to survive the elements, these fun artworks brighten any corner of your garden. Country Home Candle Canadian made and utterly outstanding! These fantastic candles are made on a farm in Norfolk County, Ontario, and have been bringing delicious fragrances to Canadian homes for over twenty years. Famous for their Grandma s Kitchen scent, you ll love their clean look and fresh aromas. MODERN RUSTIC WALL PLANTERS These art-deco inspired planters will add intrigue to your design whether you use them indoors or out. The clean lines and rust colouring highlight the texture of any plant you choose. Great to hang solitarily, or grouped together for big impact. GAZING BALLS Sit back, relax and enjoy the beauty of the sun bouncing off these beautiful blown glass spheres in your garden this summer. These stunning gazing balls have flat bottoms, making them perfect for placing on pedestals, nestling amongst your flowers, or as a centerpiece indoors or out. Many unique colours and patters are available to match any décor! 8 VERMEER S GARDEN CENTRE

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