Plant Trees Until The Ground Freezes!

“The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The next best time is now.”
- Chinese Proverb

       Even though many trees have dropped most of their leaves, it is still a good time to plant them. The roots can grow until the ground freezes and then again as the ground thaws in spring. This way, they will get a better start in spring and be better equipped to handle the hot, dry weather in summer.

       Come see the great selection of trees that we have available. Let us help you choose a good variety for your location and needs. Enjoy the many benefits trees have to offer including beauty, shade and increased property value.

New Arrivals - Fall 2023

Fall items have been arriving weekly at Hoffmann Hillermann Nursery and Florist! We will be adding to this photo gallery through fall to show our New Arrivals. Stop by to see all the pretty, colorful items and get all you need for Fall Gardening and Decorating!

August 10, 2023 Hoffmann Hillermann Newsletter

Hello Friends,

Our area has received some much-needed rain lately. Hopefully, we will start to receive average amounts of rain on a regular basis. Just remember, once it has not rained for a few days, check the soil at the base of your plants for dryness and go back to a regular watering schedule when needed.

Plan your outdoor fall projects now so you will be ready to work on them as time and weather allows. Make a list of items and tools you will need. Start getting the tools and hard good supplies (blocks, pavers, rock) ready now. Then, as soon as you have a chance, you will be ready to get a good start. Take notice of the location(s) where you want to add new plants. Write down if it is next to or away from the house, what side of the house (North, South, etc.), the amount of sun exposure (how long, morning sun, afternoon sun, etc.), the soil type (clay, rich, sandy, etc.) and soil moisture/drainage information. With this information, we can help you by suggesting plants that will work best in that area.

Get ready to start the FALL season! The first shipment of fall vegetables just arrived today! Broccoli, cauliflower, Brussels sprouts, swiss chard, cabbage and kale starter plants are all available in the Open Bay Greenhouse. A few fall flower varieties arrived also. Flower, vegetable and herb seeds are always available in our garden center.

Enjoy Your Yard & Gardens,
The Hoffmann Hillermann Team

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August 1, 2023 Hoffmann Hillermann Newsletter

Hello Friends,

I hope you and your plants are surviving the hot summer weather. Be sure to check your plants regularly and water them when the soil is dry. Give your container and raised bed gardens extra attention since they will dry fast in the extra hot weather. Also, be sure to take cooling breaks and drink plenty of water while you are gardening or doing anything outside in the heat.

Don’t let the hot weather deter you from planning your FALL gardens! Some flowers and vegetables thrive in the cooler fall weather and offer their rewards later into the fall season. There are some vegetables that you can re-plant now and still harvest before frost. Green beans usually work well when planted around this time. Beets, carrots, broccoli, kale, kohlrabi, lettuce, peas, winter radish, and spinach are some of the crops that will produce in fall. Check the seed packets for varieties that have shorter days to maturity – and that the days to maturity will arrive before the average first frost (October 15 for our area). Try some new vegetables. You may be surprised at what you can grow and enjoy long into the fall season. Botanical Interests seed packets are available year-round in our Garden Center. The packets include a lot of helpful information, including suggestions for when to sow the crops. Fall starter plants will arrive soon. Watch this newsletter and our social sites for updates on new arrivals.

We have some great sales going on through August. See the ad in the articles below for details. Come by and visit us!

Keep Growing,
Scott Hillermann

 

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July 18, 2023 Hoffmann Hillermann Newsletter

Hello Friends,

YES, we have received some rain recently, and NO, it is not enough to bring us out of the drought conditions. It may give us a break from watering for a few days, but some of the rain just runs off since the ground has dried so hard from the drought. Additionally, the moisture dries up fast in the hot summer weather. So, you should continue to check the soil in your gardens regularly for dryness and water as soon as it becomes dry. Check your containerized plants and gardens daily because they will dry out faster than your ground planted gardens.

Now is a great time to start thinking ahead and plan your fall gardens and projects. Cool season flower and vegetable plants offer us great opportunities to refresh our gardens with new plants and colors - and extend our vegetable harvests through fall! You can plan the spaces and containers that you will use for your fall plants, what plants you want to include and get supplies for planting and seed starting. Botanical Interests seeds are available year-round in our Garden Center. Seed starting supplies are also available.

Now is also a great time to plan your fall lawn and landscape projects. Fall will bring cooler weather and the opportunity for you to spend time in your outdoor spaces. If you have DIY projects that you plan to work on as the weather cools down, create a list of supplies you will need. You can start getting the supplies now and stretch your costs out over several weeks instead of buying it all at once. Then, you can start working on your project as soon as cooler weather arrives if you have supplies ready. If you are interested in having us install a landscape project for you, now is a good time to call us (636-239-6729) so we can get it added to our schedule. Create or enhance your outdoor sanctuary!

Keep Growing,
Scott Hillermann

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July 5, 2023 Hoffmann Hillermann Newsletter

Hello Friends,

I hope you all had a wonderful holiday weekend! It’s a great time to enjoy your yard and have outdoor gatherings, play games or just relax on your own. Enhance your outdoor spaces by adding plants, furniture, fountains, statues and décor items. Visit us for items and ideas to help you create your favorite spaces!

I also hope you are having a successful growing season. This should include a lot of watering during our summer drought conditions. Remember to water your trees and landscape beds along with your flower and vegetable gardens. All your plants, new and old, need to be watered during drought conditions. Water plants into the soil at the base of the plant (at the drip line for trees) on a regular schedule. Early morning is best - early evening is the next best time. Visit us for a great selection of watering hoses, sprinklers, drip irrigation items and more.

Also remember to monitor your plants for pests and disease issues. Read labels on treatment products to find out the best times to apply, and what temperature is too hot to apply some types of products. Diatomaceous Earth applied according to the instructions is a good option for controlling slugs and crawling insects. Use slow release or organic fertilizer according to the label to reduce chances of burning up plants in the heat.

Be sure to drink a lot of water, take cooling breaks and enjoy summer!

Keep Growing,
Scott