Nursery News
February 2015
Where all seasons become traditions.
Please note that on Monday, March 2 we will be returning to our
regular hours, Monday-Saturday 9-6 and Sunday 1-5
We have all you
need to start a
bountiful edible
garden this spring
Don't miss out on the fun with our FREE
Tomato and Herb Club!
Class starts Friday, Feb. 27 and 28 and runs through July
10 a.m.
Looking to learn more about how
to grow edible plants and herbs?
Our tomato and herb club is a fun
way to make new friends and
grow delicious edibles while
learning something new.
During this free 6-session course,
participants will meet once a
month to learn about topics such
as growing techniques, disease
treatment and prevention, special
tomato and herb varieties, and
cooking with your herbs and
veggies. We will meet the last
Friday and Saturday of each
month from this weekend, Feb. 27 and 28, through July. Each Friday and
Saturday course are the same, so you'll have two chances to catch the class.
The Tomato and Herb Club is perfect for seasoned gardeners and newbies
alike! Sign up today by calling us at (803) 648-3592.
Spotted on the Lot - We Have Cherry Trees
and Fruit Trees!
Stop by and you'll find fruit trees, including apples, pears, brazel berries
(raspberries), blueberries, figs, peaches and more for sale on our tree and
shrub lot. Nothing tastes better than ripe, fresh fruit picked right off the tree!
Plant early to enjoy fruit throughout
the warm months.
Our cherry trees, one of the harbingers
of spring, are just about to burst into
bloom. Come find the perfect tree to
add to your yard to remind you that
spring really is just around the corner!
Loveliest of trees, the cherry now,
Is hung with bloom along the bough
And stands about the woodland ride
Wearing white for Eastertide
Now, of my threescore years and ten,
Twenty will not come again
And take from seventy springs a score,
It only leaves me fifty more
And since to look at things in bloom
Fifty springs are little room,
About the woodlands I will go
To see the cherry hung with snow
-A.E. Houseman
Delicious spring
produce is on the
way
After a great first year with our
farm fresh produce market, we're
gearing up for another bountiful
season. We look forward to
expanding our selection as well as
stocking last year's big hits.
Coming up next, we'll be offering
fresh local strawberries and honey.
In the meantime, we still have
some beautiful ruby grapefruits that are sure to please the palate.
The greenhouse is in bloom!
Spring is getting closer every day. In the meantime, get your fix by taking a
stroll through our greenhouse and taking a peek at all the beautiful blooming
buds. We have many favorites like floral azaleas, hydrangeas, miniature roses,
daffodils, orchids, tulips, gardenias, and so much more!
Upcoming Events
We're getting in the swing of
spring with plenty of fun events
Raised Bed Gardening Seminar
March 6 or 7
9:30 a.m.
Raised beds are a great way to garden,
especially for growing veggies, fruits, herbs and greens. This class will teach
you everything you need to get started on creating a successful and beautiful
"garden in a box" this spring.
Call us at (803) 648-3592 to sign up, or let one of our cashiers know you plan
to attend next time you shop with us.
Aiken Newcomers Gardening Workshop
March 13 or 14
10 a.m.
FREE
New to Aiken? Looking to start a garden or plan your
yard but aren't sure what to grow here? This is the
perfect workshop for newcomers to learn more about
proven favorite plants for all seasons that will flourish
in your new home.
We will discuss annuals, perennials, bloomers, trees,
shrubs and more as we give growing tips for our
microclimate and introduce you to the many
possibilities of your new backyard. This class is also
great for folks that have lived in Aiken for a while, but
want to revamp the yard this spring with some plants
that are sure to thrive.
Spring Open House
March 21
Spring is nearly here! We're
celebrating the first official day of our
favorite season with our annual open
house event. Save the date! In the
meantime keep an eye out in future
newsletters and on our Facebook page
for details.
There are sure to be famous Cold
Creek hot dogs, great deals, fun
activities for the whole family and
much more.
Annette's Corner
Be the first one with ripe tomatoes in your
neighborhood! We have small, medium, and large
starter plants available now. Also, join us for our
Tomato and Herb Club, a FREE informational seminar to
be held the last Friday and Saturday of each month
from this weekend through July. We'll cover the same
material Friday as we will Saturday, so if you can't
make it for one, you can make it for the other the next
day. The seminars will include some free seeds, plants
and more surprises.
We will also be using some yummy tomatoes and herbs in recipes free for the
tasting. Please call to sign up so we will know how many to prepare for. There
may be a bloody mary in your future!
Cheers,
-Annette
Hours of Operation
Monday-Saturday: 9 a.m.- 5:30 p.m.
CLOSED SUNDAY
Look us up on the web at www.coldcreeknurseries.net
or call us at (803) 648-3592.
Where all seasons become traditions.