On the first day of Christmas my garden center gave to me-
Some Citrus Food for my orange tree.
On the second day of Christmas my garden center gave to me-
Two Topiaries and some Citrus Food for my orange tree.
On the third day of Christmass my garden center gave to me-
Three Flats of Pansies
Two Topiaries and some Citrus food for my orange tree.
On the fourth day of Christmas my garden center gave to me-
Four Nerdy Birds
Three Flats of Pansies
Two Topiaries
And some Citrus Food for my orange tree.
On the fifth day of Christmas my garden center gave to me-
FIVE BALES OF STRAW!
Four Nerdy Birds
Three Flats of Pansies
Two Topiaries
And some Citrus Food for my orange tree.
On the sixth day of Christmas my garden center gave to me-
Six sacks of Scratch Feed
FIVE BALES OF STRAW!
Four Nerdy Birds
Three Flats of Pansies
Two Topiaries
And some Citrus Food for my orange tree.
On the seventh day of Christmas my garden center gave to me-
Seven Bulbs a blooming
Six sacks of Scratch Feed
FIVE BALES OF STRAW!
Four Nerdy Birds
Three Flats of Pansies
Two Topiaries
And some Citrus Food for my orange tree.
On the eighth day of Christmas my garden center gave to me-
Eight Indian Hawthorns
Seven Bulbs a Blooming
Six sacks of Scratch Feed
FIVE BALES OF STRAW!
Four Nerdy Birds
Three Flats of Pansies
Two Topiaries
And some Citrus Food for my orange tree.
On the nineth day of Christmas my garden center gave to me-
Nine cats meowing
Eight Indian Hawthorns
Seven Bulbs a Blooming
Six sacks of Scratch Feed
FIVE BALES OF STRAW!
Four Nerdy Birds
Three flats of Pansies
Two Topiaries
And some Citrus Food for my orange tree.
On the tenth day of Christmas my garden center gave to me-
Ten hanging baskets.
Nine cats meowing
Eight Indian Hawthorns
Seven Bulbs a Blooming
Six sacks of Scratch Feed
FIVE BALES OF STRAW!
Four Nerdy Birds
Three Flats of Pansies
Two Topiaries
And some Citrus Food for my orange tree.
On the eleventh day of Christmas my garden center gave to me-
Eleven Black-Eyed Susans
Ten Hanging Baskets
Nine cats meowing
Eight Indian Hawthorns
Seven Bulbs a Blooming
Six sacks of Scratch Feed
FIVE BALES OF STRAW!
Four Nerdy Birds
Three Flats of Pansies
Two Topiaries
And Some Citrus Food for my orange tree.
On the twelve day of Christmas my garden center gave to me twelve yards of ribbon
Eleven Black-Eyed Susans
Ten Hanging Baskets
Nine Cats Meowing
Eight Indian Hawthorns
Seven Bulbs a Blooming
Six Sacks of Scratch Feed
FIVE BALES OF STRAW!
Four Nerdy Birds
Three Flats of Pansies
Two Topiaries
And some Citrus Food for my orange tree.
Wednesday, November 28, 2007
Tuesday, November 27, 2007
Excuse Me While I Slip Into Something Christmas-ie!
As we scoop the last of the Sweet Potato Souffle out of a chilled Corning ware dish, and digest the time spent with family and friends, it is time to change gears once more. It's time to climb the attic stairs,fiddle with fake snow,and, for crying out loud, set our hearts aglow!
Feeling Grinchy? A little bit?
It's understandable. There's a lot to think about and a lot to do. It is for that reason that I've made this list of typical holiday woes, and how WE can solve them!
In no particular order...
My mom is coming to town, and she's this super gardener. My thumb is black! My house is as cold as a doctor's office! Help!
No problem! You just need a little color! Our Poinsettias are in! A LOT OF THEM! We also have these cool decorative tins to doll them up even more!
Oh, and as for the bologna about them being poisonous?
READ THIS!
Ok, I have pets. They mess with my house plants and decorations. How can I make my house festive and animal resistant?
Tricky, but not impossible! These tin signs are a charming option!
I always forget to water my Christmas Tree! Then, when I do, I have to move all of the presents and decorations! Isn't their an easier way?
You bet there is! For $19.99 you can buy the Ever-Green Seasons watering system! It looks like a present beside your tree, but pumps water into your tree stand!
I cannot make a bow to save my life!
Mary-Ann can make you a bow that will make you want to slap your mama, and look at all of the ribbon you can choose from! BOW-daceous!
How can I protect my tender plants from a freeze? That way they still look great for company?
You need a "Planket". It's the material used by professional growers! No more throwing heirloom quilts over orange trees and Sponge Bob Square Pants sheets over the Petunias! Don't make your yard look like a flea market! Use what the pros use!
La Planket!
STAY TUNED FOR MORE PORBLEMS AND ANSWERS!!!
Wednesday, November 14, 2007
It's Beginning To Look A Lot Like...
If our store was a woman, it would need some Lycra, because we are busting out all over the place with cool stuff. You're probably considering things like what to put on your mantle or how to make your table look fabulous and unique. I'm telling you, now is the time to stop by!
We just received an order from Wickermania! That means baskets, but these aren't your grandmother's baskets. These are chic and waiting to go on a book shelf, in your powder room,or even on your wall! Baskets can hold plants, but that is just the beginning! Every room in the house has some clutter that gets shoved in a drawer before company comes over. Put the clutter in a basket-and voila! You're not messy; you are marvelous.
How many gardeners does it take to screw in a Paperwhite Bulb? Zero. These bulbs are so easy to plant that even beginners can enjoy their fast growth and fragrant blooms. At 99 cents a pop these bulbs are affordable gifts and fun projects for kids. For only $16.99 you can have two bulbs creatively planted in a vase with colorful stones,beads,or ornaments. Your family will be so impressed, and all you had to do was bring it home!
(If you are planting bulbs in the yard, don't forget your Dutch Bulb Food! It's better than bone meal and won't attract the neighborhood pooches to your yard.)
There is nothing like a crisp morning and the sound of church bells. Here in Savannah, the crisp morning might be hard to come by, but the bells are not. Our new line of "Corinthian Bells" (chimes) are of the highest quality. Don't think Tinker Bell here. Think French Monestary. Their sound is hauntingly beautiful, and they are waiting here to help you ring in the holiday season.
There are many new finds in the store. We hope to see you soon! Make sure to check out the secret word on this blog. Come in to the Wilmington Island location and say it, and you'll receive 10% off your next purchase! (Excludes pinestraw.)
We just received an order from Wickermania! That means baskets, but these aren't your grandmother's baskets. These are chic and waiting to go on a book shelf, in your powder room,or even on your wall! Baskets can hold plants, but that is just the beginning! Every room in the house has some clutter that gets shoved in a drawer before company comes over. Put the clutter in a basket-and voila! You're not messy; you are marvelous.
How many gardeners does it take to screw in a Paperwhite Bulb? Zero. These bulbs are so easy to plant that even beginners can enjoy their fast growth and fragrant blooms. At 99 cents a pop these bulbs are affordable gifts and fun projects for kids. For only $16.99 you can have two bulbs creatively planted in a vase with colorful stones,beads,or ornaments. Your family will be so impressed, and all you had to do was bring it home!
(If you are planting bulbs in the yard, don't forget your Dutch Bulb Food! It's better than bone meal and won't attract the neighborhood pooches to your yard.)
There is nothing like a crisp morning and the sound of church bells. Here in Savannah, the crisp morning might be hard to come by, but the bells are not. Our new line of "Corinthian Bells" (chimes) are of the highest quality. Don't think Tinker Bell here. Think French Monestary. Their sound is hauntingly beautiful, and they are waiting here to help you ring in the holiday season.
There are many new finds in the store. We hope to see you soon! Make sure to check out the secret word on this blog. Come in to the Wilmington Island location and say it, and you'll receive 10% off your next purchase! (Excludes pinestraw.)
Friday, November 9, 2007
Kristen Speaks to Whitemarsh Garden Club
Every woman knows that it is all about the shoes, and our Kristen got to try on a new pair that was given to her by the Whitemarsh Island Garden Club. Colored with more personality than Lady Chablis, the formerly-canvas loafers made Kristen feel like Dorothy in Oz.
The garden club members were not witches, but wise-cracking women ready for a good time.
We're not talking styro-foam cups and Chex Part Mix. Oh no! A snack associated with Super Bowl parties and March Madness would not suffice for these stylish dames.
China, or at the very least dishes that would shatter, was brought out for She-Crab Soup,cucumber and tomato sandwichs,and some white wine. With all of the sensory stimulation, it's a wonder Kristen could remember her professional task to educate the merry group.Indeed she did, though.
Kristen covered everything from preventing cold damage to eye-catching Fall plantings. The garden club was understandably wooed by the golden blooms of the Cassia Tree, and who wouldn't be? They are stunning. They were also delighted by the "You Pick It-We Pot It" service Hester and Zipperer offers. They will likely be bringing in their containers, and searching for new ones, to be planted for the upcoming holidays.
Kristen sends her thanks for a wonderful time! It was very memorable.
The garden club members were not witches, but wise-cracking women ready for a good time.
We're not talking styro-foam cups and Chex Part Mix. Oh no! A snack associated with Super Bowl parties and March Madness would not suffice for these stylish dames.
China, or at the very least dishes that would shatter, was brought out for She-Crab Soup,cucumber and tomato sandwichs,and some white wine. With all of the sensory stimulation, it's a wonder Kristen could remember her professional task to educate the merry group.Indeed she did, though.
Kristen covered everything from preventing cold damage to eye-catching Fall plantings. The garden club was understandably wooed by the golden blooms of the Cassia Tree, and who wouldn't be? They are stunning. They were also delighted by the "You Pick It-We Pot It" service Hester and Zipperer offers. They will likely be bringing in their containers, and searching for new ones, to be planted for the upcoming holidays.
Kristen sends her thanks for a wonderful time! It was very memorable.
Tuesday, November 6, 2007
Lots Going On At Hester and Zipperer
Firstly, the good news is that our beloved Rosco is back!
It seems that Rosco has a night life of which we were not aware. He disappeared last weekend. While placing posters around the shopping center we learned that Rosco sits on the benches outside of the Oyster Bar and soaks up affection from the customers. We also learned that he was known as the "Papa John's Cat" and free chicken came along with that title! Finally, we learned that a kind soul brought Rosco home for a few days for fear that he might get hit by a car. We fear the same thing,and welcome a loving home for him. Still, we are glad he is here-where he receives love in spades!
The store continues to do custom potting and arranging for the folks in the surrounding neighborhoods. Kristen created this lovely arrangement to be used as a center piece for one of our clients.
The wonder of this type of arrangement is that it is so easy! Choose from our wide selection of baskets, pick your posies, arrange, and cover with moss. (To protect furniture from moisture,it is a good idea to line basket with plastic if it doesn't already contain a liner.)This arrangement should be made close to the time you will use it to ensure it looks its best.
Now for the SALES! They are hidden deep in this blog entry for the customers who truly deserve them! Heehee!
Select one gallon perennials-50% off
All Hanging Baskets-30% off
All Tropicals-75% off
All Halloween Decor-50% off
All Fall Silks-45% off
Don't forget that we have some fab Georgia Bull Dog gifts for the fans in your life! Mention the secret word on this blog, and you'll 10% off ANY purchase!
It seems that Rosco has a night life of which we were not aware. He disappeared last weekend. While placing posters around the shopping center we learned that Rosco sits on the benches outside of the Oyster Bar and soaks up affection from the customers. We also learned that he was known as the "Papa John's Cat" and free chicken came along with that title! Finally, we learned that a kind soul brought Rosco home for a few days for fear that he might get hit by a car. We fear the same thing,and welcome a loving home for him. Still, we are glad he is here-where he receives love in spades!
The store continues to do custom potting and arranging for the folks in the surrounding neighborhoods. Kristen created this lovely arrangement to be used as a center piece for one of our clients.
The wonder of this type of arrangement is that it is so easy! Choose from our wide selection of baskets, pick your posies, arrange, and cover with moss. (To protect furniture from moisture,it is a good idea to line basket with plastic if it doesn't already contain a liner.)This arrangement should be made close to the time you will use it to ensure it looks its best.
Now for the SALES! They are hidden deep in this blog entry for the customers who truly deserve them! Heehee!
Select one gallon perennials-50% off
All Hanging Baskets-30% off
All Tropicals-75% off
All Halloween Decor-50% off
All Fall Silks-45% off
Don't forget that we have some fab Georgia Bull Dog gifts for the fans in your life! Mention the secret word on this blog, and you'll 10% off ANY purchase!
Friday, November 2, 2007
Good Company
This time of year one must expect company, and Hester and Zipperer has some simple ideas for making guests feel comfortable in your home. Whether your house is the Ritz Carlton or the Ritz Jones, taking hints from hotels is a good idea when planning for friends and family. After all, they thrive on making people feel welcomed.
Take a look at your house from your guest's point of view. Is your entry way clear of debris, or is there a chew toy, tricycle, and Weed Wacker in their path? Elements like attractive containers,lanterns, and even signs tell guests you have been anxiously awaiting their arrival. You've planned for it. You've decorated for it. If you have no time to plant, stop by and place an order from our You Pick It, We Pot It service. We'll make something that perfectly suits your needs.
Now, consider where your guest is sleeping. A dresser in a guest room, or an end table in the living room, can serve as another welcoming station. Why not place some Savannah Bee Company lotion, soap, or bath gel out? These items would fit nicely on an attractive ceramic saucer, in a beautiful basket, or even in a simple terracotta pot! If your guest has traveled by plane, or had a long car ride,a fragrant candle might help them slip into vacation mode a little easier.(Come see and smell our new Trapp Candles from the World Gardens series.)They also make great souvenirs, because the scent will forever be associated with their time here.
The point is to personalize everything to their taste. Customizing is the name of the game. A little extra effort is all that it takes! (Ok...and a little money too.)
Take a look at your house from your guest's point of view. Is your entry way clear of debris, or is there a chew toy, tricycle, and Weed Wacker in their path? Elements like attractive containers,lanterns, and even signs tell guests you have been anxiously awaiting their arrival. You've planned for it. You've decorated for it. If you have no time to plant, stop by and place an order from our You Pick It, We Pot It service. We'll make something that perfectly suits your needs.
Now, consider where your guest is sleeping. A dresser in a guest room, or an end table in the living room, can serve as another welcoming station. Why not place some Savannah Bee Company lotion, soap, or bath gel out? These items would fit nicely on an attractive ceramic saucer, in a beautiful basket, or even in a simple terracotta pot! If your guest has traveled by plane, or had a long car ride,a fragrant candle might help them slip into vacation mode a little easier.(Come see and smell our new Trapp Candles from the World Gardens series.)They also make great souvenirs, because the scent will forever be associated with their time here.
The point is to personalize everything to their taste. Customizing is the name of the game. A little extra effort is all that it takes! (Ok...and a little money too.)
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