News
Thursday, February 04, 2010
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It is that time of year again! Please forward resumes to knippel@rogers.com
We are looking for interested candidates for the following positions:
Garden Centre Customer Sales and Service
(Seasonal Full Time and/or Seasonal Part Time)
Must have Attributes of Candidates:
- Generate sales with informative plant descriptions
- Friendly, helpful, positive attitude
- Willingness to learn, likes a fast pace fun environment; team player with strong work ethic
- Honest, reliable, accurate, takes pride in work, takes direction easily
- Physically fit to assist customers with gardening products, physically fit to handle garden centre display of products and loading in customer's cars
- Values cleanliness, safety, must wear steel-toed footwear and adhere to company safety policy
- Excellent verbal and written skills (handwriting) essential for interacting with customers and co-workers
- Excellent math and memory skills, good listening skills.
- Enjoys being outdoors and works well with others on his/her own
Nice to Have Attributes of Candidates
- Gardening Experience
- Knowledge of plant material is not required but is helpful
- We offer training in all areas of product knowledge, plant care and general maintenance.
All resumes will be kept confidential.
Interviews to take place in late February, early March 2010. Please indicate when you will be available for interviews if you live out of town.
Monday, January 11, 2010
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2010...where does the time go! We have received many emails and calls about winter protection and injury. We will continue to provide prompt customer service throughout the winter months, so feel free to contact us with your questions or concerns. Of note with all of the ice and snow some upright evergreens and trees have drooped or opened up. If this is the case use some string to tie the branches together, recreating the appropriate shape of the plant. In the spring you can remove the string. Staking may also be necessary but also more difficult at this time of year as the ground is frozen. If branches have ripped or have sustained significant injury, cut the branch off cleanly.
Please send along plant lists for a free quote!
Have a great day!
Saturday, October 03, 2009
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Our fall clearout is here! Selected shrubbery, standards, evergreens, and all perennials are now 50% off! But only while quantities last, so come soon for the best selection. Now is still a great time to plant and many varieties are now boasting amazing fall colours!
We also have everything you need to decorate your entryway or patio for the fall! Cornstalks, straw, gourds, pumpkins and more.
Ready to move some things inside for the winter? We have a great selection of indoor pots, as well as saucers, indoor soils, and any plant-pharmacy items you may require to make sure your plants come in healthy and happy, but the bugs stay outside!
Plant tulip, daffodil, croci, hyacinth and allium bulbs now for a specatular show first thing in next season! We have hundreds of colours and styles to choose from. Give your early-spring garden an extra punch of personality!
As you can see, there's a lot going on at the nursery, so stop by and check it out. Hope to see you soon.
Monday, September 21, 2009
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Free Seminar - Winterizing - Saturday Sept 26th 9:30am
Before we know it, it will be that time of year when we have to tuck our plants in for their winter sleep. This seminar will help you learn how to prep your garden for the upcoming cold season. Tips and tricks to help ensure your plants come back with a flourish next spring will be presented, as will all the tools you need to get the job done. Pre-registration is not required, refreshments will be served and you'll receive an information package to take home.
SPECIALS
for the week of September 21st - October 4th, 2009 only. While quantities last.
Applies to in-stock items only. Any special orders will be regular price.
All Heritage Perennials 50% off
Reg: $3.99 - $34.99 Now: $2.00 - $17.50
Our fall inventory clearout is here! Thousands of plants to choose from - hosta, ferns, anemones, coralbells, echinacea, helenium, ornamental grasses, gaillardia, daylilies and many, many more! Come soon for best selection.
**This sale will take place until the Nursery closes for the 2009 season**
Selected Spreading Junipers 25% off
Reg: $26.99 - $39.99 Now: $20.25 - $30.00
Choose from the ever-popular Mint Julep Juniper, as well as Grey Owl, Gold Star and more! Spreading evergreens are a great way to maximize your garden's winter interest, providing year-long colour and texture.
Garden Gloves - Buy One, Get One 1/2 Price
**second item must be of equal or lesser value**
We have a large selection, including sizes for women, men and children. From super-tough leather to lighter, all-purpose materials we have a glove to suit your every garden task.
Wednesday, September 09, 2009
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Fall Bulbs are in!
Get a headstart on next spring with fall bulbs! Choose through hundreds of gorgeous tulip varieties, as well as daffodils, croci and allium.
SPECIALS
for the week of September 7th - 20th, 2009 only. While quantities last.
9cm and 11cm Heritage Perennials 50% off
Reg: $3.99 - $11.99 Now: $2.00 - $6.00
A great time to stock up! Hundreds of different options, including ferns, phlox, lamium, creeping jenny, beardtongue, campanula, periwinkle, catmint, bluebeard and more.
Selected Spruce and Pine Trees 25% off
Reg: $99.99 - $299.99 Now: $74.99 - $224.99
Choose from Serbian Spruce, various Colorado Blue Spruces, Balsam Fir, Austrian Pine and more. Quantities are very limited so come early for best selection.
Turf Revolution Green Acres 5-1-5 Lawn Food 9kg
Reg: $22.99ea Now: 2 for $39.99
An alfalfa-based, all-natural lawn fertilizer that helps new seeds germinate, thickens grass blades and promotes strong roots. Non-burning and environmentally friendly formula will help your lawn come up lush and green. One bag covers approximately 2,000 square feet.
Free Seminars ~ Fall Series
Our seminars take place at 9:30am in our greenhouse. Refreshments served. Pre-registration is not required and you'll receive information packages to take home.
Fall Pruning ~ Saturday, September 12th
Still our most popular seminar, join us at 9:30am on Saturday September 12th, for Fall Pruning Techniques. Learn about what needs to be pruned, and the best methods for doing so. Demonstrations on various plants will be held, and you will receive a helpful information package to take home outlining the tips discussed. We have seats for all that wish to attend, but come early to secure a good spot
Saturday, August 29, 2009
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This week Pink Diamond Hydrangeas on sale $29.99 reg $44.99. In full flower and ready to make an impact in your garden. Come by and check out fabulous in store specials.
It can be said that no garden is complete without a hydrangea! With the plethora of varieties now available (and now in bloom!) it's easy to find one that suits your landscape and personality needs. That being said, finding out how to properly care for your particular hydrangea may seem like searching through an endless sea of information. But hydrangea care doesn't have to be complicated! Here are some key pointers to keep these standout plants at their very best.
AN INTRODUCTION
Hydrangeas make up a large extended family of shrubs that have become much more popular in recent years due to their reliability, and the striking shows of bloom they produce each season. The plants available in the Ottawa area are very hardy, and the varieties offered have increased because of successful hybridization. Hydrangeas are deciduous plants that produce small florets which group together with modified leaves to form flamboyant flowerheads. All hydrangeas will tolerate some shade, but require a good soil rich in humus that ideally, has a slightly acidic pH. Most hydrangeas are steady drinkers and require consistent moisture. There are four major families of hydrangea that are hardy in this region:
1) H. petiolaris - Climbing Hydrangea. This is a very slow-growing, woody vine that requires support, but will handsomely climb a trellis or simply the side of a house. Produces an abundance of white flower clusters in mid-summer.
2) H. arborescens - Annabelle Hydrangea. This is easily the hardiest of all the hydrangea varieties. It produces perfectly round, white flowerheads in late summer to early fall. It is also the most versatile of hydrangeas - it can be planted anywhere from full sun to full shade. If planted in heavy shade, the flowerheads will be tinged with green.
3) H. paniculata - consists of the Peegee Hydrangea and cultivars such as Pink Diamond, Pinky Winky, Snow Mountain and Limelight. Most plants in this family produce white flowers that mature to pink at varying points in the season. For example, Peegee and Snow Mountain flowers will be white, transitioning to pink in the fall. Pinky Winky and Pink Diamond flowers open white, then shortly after, graduate through shades of pink. Limelight is the exception - this plant produces unique lime green flowers that are quite striking.
4) H. macrophylla - Sometimes known as mophead hydrangeas, this group includes Endless Summer, Blushing Bride and Twist n' Shout. All of the cultivars in this family can have their flower colour modified by altering the pH of the soil in which they are planted. Acidic soil (created by adding aluminum sulphate) will produce bright blue blooms. Alkaline soil (created by adding dolomitic lime) will produce rosey-pink flowers. If the soil is left untreated, these hydrangeas will revert to an ivory-mauve colour.
GENERAL CARE
For all varieties (1-4), annually topdress the soil with good compost and supply with a light general fertilizer mid-season. As mentioned above, be sure to provide consistent moisture, especially for the first season.
Limelights should receive a fertilizer with a fair amount of nitrogen for best flower colour.
For the macrophylla varieties (#4), the soil should be treated three times a year (spring, summer and fall) with either aluminum sulphate or dolomitic lime to ensure best colour. Simply mix the recommended amount into the top few inches of soil.
PRUNING
Macrophylla varieties (#4) produce flowers on both old and new wood, and are best left alone. Simply deadhead spent blooms throughout the season to encourage new buds.
The paniculata and arborescens (#2-3) are more tolerant of general pruning, and actually require it for best flower production. Again, the spent flowers should be removed throughout the season, but especially before the first snowfall. A heavy load of snow will weigh down the blooms and may cause the branches to split. A more vigorous pruning should be done in the spring - branches can be cut back by about 2/3. The plant will respond to spring pruning by releasing stimulants that develop into more shoots and flowers. These varieties bear flowers on new growth only.
CREATIVE TIP
Once removed, old flowerheads can be left to dry and used in arrangements (spray with hairspray to maintain shape and reduce droppings). The dried flowers, especially those from Annabelle hydrangeas, make great Christmas decorations - simply spray with gold and silver paint for a glistening effect.
Monday, August 10, 2009
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25 - 50% off Selected Trees
We are excited to announce that for the first time ever, we are having a tree sale! We have discounted over 20 different varieties, encompassing a whopping 165 trees. Sale varieties include, among others: Royal Red/Crimson King Maples, selected Crabapples, Weeping Willows, Skyline Honeylocust and all semi-dwarf fruit trees (apple, plum, pear and sour cherry). Come and check out these beautiful plants in an array of sizes - you're sure to find one to suit! We've extended our sale period for an extra week but only while quantities last.
All 1 gallon Perennial Grasses now $9.99
Reg. prices range from $10.99 - $20.99
Miscanthus, Calamagrostis, Fescue and more! Our amazing perennial grass selection is the best it's ever been. Hundreds of plants are now discounted, with savings up to 52% off. Grasses are a great way to add height and winter interest to your garden beds, and many varieties boast their most striking characteristics in the fall.
for the weeks of August 10th - 23rd, 2009. While quantities last.
Tuesday, August 04, 2009
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Special for the week of August 4-9, 2009. While quantities last.
All Euonymus varieties on sale! This fabulous broadleaf evergreen has vibrant foliage all year long, in solid or variegated shades of green, yellow and white. Varieties include Blondy, Sarcoxie, Canadale Gold, Emerald Gaiety, Emerald n' Gold, and Coloratus. You can check out more info and images of these plants in our Plant Guide. Prices depend on variety and size.
- Reg price: $32.99 Now: $18.99
- Reg price: $26.99 Now: $16.99
- Reg price: $22.99 Now: $15.99
The nursery and greenhouse are fully stocked with gorgeous plants to suit any need!
Please ensure to keep checking your plants moisture levels - although it's tempting to rely solely on the frequent rain, one day of heat is all it takes for your plants to completely dry out. This is accelerated even further when it's sunny heat. So make sure both you and your plants stay hydrated to prevent summer crashing!
Monday, July 27, 2009
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Specials for the week of July 27 - August 2, 2009. While quantities last.
Diabolo Ninebark. $14.99 reg: $24.99. A reliable plant with deep purple foliage all season. Great for garden contrast.
Big Bang Coreposis 'Full Moon'. $7.99 reg: $11.99. A long-flowering perennial with tall but delicate yellow flowers.
New trees are on the way! We have recently completed our late-summer buying expedition. The result? Lots of beautiful trees will be arriving at the nursery in the coming weeks, bringing our total inventory to over one thousand! We're sure to have something to fit your landscape and lifestyle. Don't be afraid of the rain - now is a great time to plant!
Add instant shots of colour to your beds with echinacea, rudbeckia and daylilies, which are all in full bloom. If you have a space to fill, one of these favourite perennials is sure to suit.
We've also given the store a pretty extensive re-vamp. Come check out our amazing collection of decor and giftware items.
Whatever the weather, keep your spirits sunny and enjoy your gardens!
Monday, July 20, 2009
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Specials for the week of July 20-26, while quantities last.
Dwarf Burning Bush - NOW $18.99 reg $34.99. Sturdy, glossy green foliage all season, followed by an unrivalled red in the fall.
Daylily Bonanza continues! Selected 1 gallon daylilies are $7.99, regularly $13.99.
All annual flats - NOW $2.99 reg $4.39
50% off Wave petunias, Citronella plants and Ivy Geraniums! Great time to fill in some remaining spots.
It's that time of year again, when the nursery is ready to burst with amazing hydrangeas! Some are in full flower, and some are just starting to open in gorgeous shades of blue, pink, white, ivory and green. We've got the perfect pick for every space: favourites like Pink Diamond or PeeGee are great for larger areas. Little Lamb, Endless Summer or Twist and Shout are perfect for smaller spaces. And that's only the beginning! Looking for a show-stopper? Limelight, Pinky Winky or Quickfire could be for you. No garden should be without one of these outstanding plants!
Since the heat we've all been waiting for seems to have arrived, please remember to continue your thorough watering routine! Plants will dry out especially quickly and crash even faster with these temperatures. Mother Nature has had this task pretty much covered for the last couple of weeks, so we've had it easy! But get those hoses going again to ensure the longevity of your plants.