The Online Garden Gossip
April 2008/Issue #22

1011 North Woodlawn, Kirkwood, MO 63122             www.sugarcreekgardens.com                   314-965-3070
  

 

 
Karen's
gardening calendar

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What's new?

ÞReal gardeners don't let the rain slow them down! Stop in and window shop, check out new plants, make a wish list, get ideas for new beds, or just to talk. Rain usually means we have more time to spend one-on-one with customers, which we love. And we'll even loan you an umbrella.

ÞFREE crates

ÞSpring is the perfect time to plant shrubs. However, make sure the soil is not too wet or you risk damaging the soil structure, which will result in hard, compact growing environment for tender new roots.

ÞCheck out our RAINY DAY COUPON.

Marigolds
Our gift shop continues to outdo itself.  Beautiful spring wreaths, unique garden decor, and the cutest home accessories.  Want to be tempted?  Look here!

 

From whimsical and artistic to solidly structural, topiary shrubs add year-round interest

Topiary shrubs have a long tradition in the gardening world, and it's easy to understand why.  The eye is naturally drawn to these artistically pruned evergreen shrubs.  Whether your garden is formal or wild, there's a topiary that's sure to appeal to you.  We even have a fun selection of mini topiaries that are perfect for containers.

Click here to see more pictures.

 


Learn how to prune and maintain your topiary shrub by watching this video.

Want to learn about the history of topiary?  Read this.

 
 

Sugar Creeks' gardening services

Let us do your spring or summer containers
Have containers but no time? Don't know what will look good? Don't want to get dirty? We do! Drop off your containers and we'll plant them for you for only the cost of your plants and a small fee for potting soil.

We Plan You Plant
Need some advice on your garden or yard? Pick up one of our We Plan You Plant questionnaires and then schedule an appointment with one of our designers for a free 45-minute in-nursery consultation.

Garden consultations
Need more in-depth help than a nursery visit? One of our designers can visit your garden for $75.  Call 314-965-3070 to schedule an appointment.

Gardening made easy with preplanned gardens
Three gardens already planned -- you just pick up the plants. Learn more here.
 

In the nursery now

ü Blooming azaleas
ü Dahlias, salvias,
    marigolds, geraniums
    see more
ü Hanging baskets 
ü Oakleaf hydrangeas
ü Missouri natives
ü Spring ephemerals
ü Colorful pots
     see more
ü Hordes of perennials!

Virginia bluebells
Dahlias



 

 

 

 

 
 
If there's a color
we don't have,
then it hasn't
been made!
 
What's new in the world of plants? Succulents are hot, natives are in, and Geranium 'Rozanne' is in the spotlight

Sugar Creek Gardens' horticulturist Peggy Hoelting has identified plant trends that we're seeing here at the nursery that may affect the way you garden this year and in the future.

From unusual plants and new tropicals to repeat- blooming favorites and award-winning flowers, the new developments will keep us entertained, busy, and loving every minute in the garden.

The Perennial Plant Association's 2008 winner is Geranium 'Rozanne.' We like it, too.

Read more here.