Volume XXIV, Number 2 April • 2013

Newsletter for our Preferred Customers

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Changing with the TimesWe are going to be communicating with you more via email, and less with regular mail. This includes our ‘Garden Gate’ newsletter, which will eventually be published electronically.

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What is Arbor Day? Arbor Day is observed annually to celebrate the importance of trees and to promote and encourage proper planting and care of trees in our residential landscapes, public parks and gardens, and throughout our communities. It was first observed in 1872 in the state of Nebraska, but tree planting festivals are centuries old. Throughout history and in literature trees have symbolized life but unlike other holidays which remember the past, Arbor Day gives hope for the future. Trees planted on Arbor Day show a concern for future generations who will benefit from their shade, beauty, and inspiration.

This year the celebration of Arbor Day on April 26th happens to fall within Earth Week and just after Earth Day on the 22nd. Planting a tree is a simple way to improve our earth and to provide benefits to you, your family, and your neighborhood. These advantages include aesthetic beauty, wildlife habitat, landscape value, shelter from wind and sun, and erosion control. Planting a tree is also the perfect way to honor or memorialize a loved one.

If you are uncertain of how to choose the right tree for your location, our knowledgeable staff can help you with the right selection for the right spot and advise you on planting and watering tips to ensure your tree’s success! Coupon Valid through April 19, 2013

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April 2013

Spring into Gardening

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Color Your Garden with Spring Shrubs & PerennialsGardening can be a source of great enjoyment and relaxation. Many a gardener has said that they do their best thinking while digging in the dirt and some of the simplest pleasures arise in a pleasing combination of color. Whether you prefer formal and structured gardens or love a hodge-podge of treasured plants, you can have your own particular piece of heaven.

Having groupings of dependable plants that require little yet yield a lot are usually the best investments for your garden. While annuals add valuable punches of color in garden beds and containers, perennials and flowering shrubs come back every year to put on their show.

Perennial plants flower annually and, once established, provide seasonal interest year after year. The vast ranges of color, form, and texture that are available give you many potential combinations to liven up an otherwise dull spot in your yard or simply add interest to your home.

After a long, dreary winter like the one we have experienced, the new growth that emerges with the coming of spring is exciting even to the most experienced gardener. Here are just a few suggestions of some dependable perennials and shrubs that are sure to make you smile.

Shrubs: ‘Mellow Yellow’ Spiraea, ‘Magic Carpet’ Spiraea, Knock Out Rose, Deutzia, Azalea (evergreen and deciduous)

Perennials: Candytuft, Forget-Me-Not, Columbine, Creeping Phlox, Dianthus

Frost Hardy Annuals for Early Spring PlantingEvery spring we are anxious to get started adding color to our gardens after the dreary winter. Keep in mind that the danger of frost lasts at least through the first of May and sometimes surprises us even a little later than Mother’s Day.

If you just can’t wait to get started, be sure to select frost hardy annuals for your garden beds or containers. The hardiest include pansies and violas, snapdragons, dianthus, and alyssum. Annuals which are able to handle a light frost include varieties of petunia, nicotiana, Victoria sage, and calendula. Asters, ageratum, geraniums, and lobelia will tolerate cold temperatures but not direct frost.

Be sure to be prepared to cover if necessary. Frost cloth or an old bed sheet works well. Just remember to secure with a few bricks or rocks to keep in place.

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Small Beauties that Pack a Lot of Punch!Alpine plants are small, tough, and resilient, having naturally evolved to cope with the extremely tough conditions that exist in high mountain regions. Their classic use is in a traditional rock garden, but they can be used in many other places such as gravel gardens, containers, edging to a perennial border, or tucked into dry stone walls, walkways, or patios. Our favorite way to grow alpines is to create a miniature garden with a natural, stone-like trough that can be enjoyed on a balcony, patio table, rooftop garden, or any other relaxing setting!

These tough but adorable alpine plants should be arriving in early April, along with a wide selection of alpine troughs in varying shapes and sizes from which to choose. Since alpines require excellent drainage, we will also be carrying a specialized soil mixture to help ensure the success of your garden.

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For all the Do-It-Yourselfers Out There: Tips on How to Plant a Containerized Tree

When transplanting your tree, be sure to keep soil around the roots. This will help •keep the roots from drying out. Always handle your tree by the root ball, not by the trunk or branches. Help prevent root girdling by vertically cutting any roots that show tendencies to circle the root ball.

If a tree is planted correctly, it will grow twice as fast and live at least twice as long as •one that is incorrectly planted. Dig an area as deep as the soil depth in the container and 2-3 times the diameter of the root ball.

After placing the tree in the hole, pack soil (mixed with soil amendments to improve •existing soil) firmly around the root ball. Water slowly and thoroughly so the entire root system gets water, and mulch a 3’ circle around the tree. Mulch should not touch the tree’s trunk or be piled higher than 3”.

Not a Do-It-Yourselfer? Or Is That Tree Too Big? Let Us Help!Although many of the trees sold here at Waterloo Gardens are in 15 gallon containers, we also carry larger specimen trees to give your landscape more immediate impact. These are typically sold as B&B, which means balled & burlapped. We know most of our customers don’t have the ability to transport and plant these types of trees, so we are happy to offer delivery and planting services for your convenience. And of course, this service applies to any size shrub or tree purchased at Waterloo Gardens. Please talk to someone from our nursery staff if you are considering having plants delivered, or delivered and planted for you.

April 2013

Rejuvenate Your Home

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Need Help Decorating the Home of Your Dreams?Waterloo@Home, our newest home furnishings collection, offers unique furniture that will bring color, beauty, and warmth to your home.

We recognize that there is nothing more satisfying than creating a room or a home that has the right formula of furnishings, texture, color, and function. So we now offer an in-home design consultation program to assist you in making the right decorating decisions for your room or just simply selecting that special piece.

You will have the opportunity to meet one-on-one with our design consultant to discuss your decorating needs and preferences. The in-home consultation allows us to provide innovative ideas for creating beautiful interiors specific to your tastes and lifestyle.

Call us today to see what we can create for you!

Waterloo@HomeFor years, you have trusted Waterloo to provide the quality items that make your home a haven. Now it is time to sit, relax, and enjoy the home you have created. We are proud to offer furniture of high quality and unique appeal that will make your dream a reality. Please come see what Waterloo can do for you now.

Selection - 100’s of fabrics, trims, and finishes. Everything you need to bring your dream to life.

Service - Our sales professionals are trained to help, not to pressure. Armed with all the information you need, you can feel confident that you have made the right choice.

Unique - Our wish is to present a selection of unique pieces that you will not find everywhere and to keep the selection fresh so you will want to return again and again.

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Refer a Friend and Cash In!Want a $100 Waterloo Gardens gift card? Refer a friend about our furniture, and they will get one too! Tell your friends, family, and neighbors about Waterloo Gardens furniture. When they make a furniture purchase of $1500 or more and turn in the referral form, both you and your referred friend will receive a $100 Waterloo Gardens gift card after the furniture has been delivered and the payment completed. Only members of our Preferred Customer Club qualify for this program, so make sure you and your friend have joined. It’s easy and free! Please visit our furniture department and speak to a sales associate for more details.

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Fine Woven Furniture for the OutdoorsWhether it is the classic architecture of Cape Cod or the casual elegance of the West Indies, luxury resort living has always been accented with wicker. Recent developments in fabrics and cushioning materials have made this product even better suited for outdoor use. Lloyd®/Flanders is proud to carry on the traditions of Marshall B. Lloyd, who developed a timeless and unique process for creating fine woven furniture. It is this dedication that earns them the reputation of creating heirloom furnishings enjoyed by many generations. This fine woven outdoor furniture is available in hundreds of fashionable fabrics and a variety of finishes. Stop in now and our knowledgeable staff will assist you in creating the perfect outdoor retreat.

Create Your Personal GetawayThis is the year to create an outdoor living area. Let your imagination run wild. Create an island getaway with a collection of woven furniture with sumptuous cushions in any number of designer outdoor fabrics. Or pick a cast aluminum set to create the elegance of a grand resort. If you crave a comfortable retreat to just lay back and relax, a set of sling furniture is the care-free way to go. New this year is our collection of Ipé wood which complements our teak collection and shares the same features of durability and natural beauty. Our staff will help you design the perfect space. They also have the training to answer any of your questions or concerns. Whatever you desire, now is the time to buy your outdoor furniture while you can still get exactly what you want in time for the lazy days of summer.

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Yes, We Are AbleDurableWhen you buy furniture from Waterloo Gardens, you can be assured of getting a product that will last.

SustainableOur vendors protect the environment. Our teak and Ipé furniture is crafted from wood that is cultivated on plantations. Many of our cushions are soy based rather than petroleum based, and many of our occasional pieces are crafted from recycled woods that are FSC certified.

AffordableWhen you purchase furniture from Waterloo Gardens, you are making an investment. We have products in all price ranges and all are built to stand up to the rigors of our northern climate. You can be assured that your furniture will retain its good looks and will not need replacing.

LivableThis is what it’s all about. You will find furniture that is comfortable, stylish, and rugged. Our staff takes pride in helping you find the perfect expression of your style and creating the outdoor living space you deserve.

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April 2013

Spring Essentials

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Success in Your Garden with the Proper ToolsTo be a successful gardener you need to have healthy plants, well nourished soil, water, light, and a little love. At Waterloo Gardens we take care of the plants that we sell to you. We know they are heading to your garden in good health. We sell products that we trust to provide you with what you will need to nourish your plants and keep them thriving. Brands like Espoma, Bayer, and Miracle-Gro are quality products that we believe in. Whether you are looking for organic food or in need of getting rid of pests and weeds, we have solutions to solve your problem.

Please stop in our garden department where our sales team will walk you though any concerns you may have about gardening. Our goal is for you to be a successful gardener!

Next Step: Mulching!Once the job of planting is over, don’t forget one very important step: mulching! Mulch is best friends with trees, shrubs, perennials, and annuals. It holds down competing weeds or grass, retains moisture (especially beneficial once the hot weather rolls around), and prevents soil cracking that can damage new roots on young trees. Mulch also protects the trunk of a tree from lawnmower damage, and helps prevent soil compaction.

We have a variety of mulches available. Our knowledgeable team members will help you select which mulch is best for your gardening area.

Accent Your HomeOur silk flower department is bursting with spring color. Visit us and meet with our floral designer, Ray, for all your spring decorating needs. His beautiful arrangements and custom designed wreaths will be a lovely accent to any home, indoors or out.

Discover Fun Gifts in Our Children’s BoutiqueCheck out the newest products in our children’s boutique, including Jelly Cat, The Bearington Collection, and many more. You will find great gifts for that upcoming baby shower or birthday party!

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Learn About GardeningPlease call 610.363.0800 to register for our classes and seminars. Visit waterloogardens.com/events for a complete listing of our events.

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Soil Improvement and pH Testing Saturday, April 20, 2013 - 10:00 a.m. Find out what you can do to turn your soil into ‘Super Soil’ and maximize your garden’s performance. Bring a Dixie cup of soil from each area of your garden you are curious about what the pH might be and ‘Plant Doctor’ Bob will test it for you. Feed your soil and your soil will feed you!

How to Keep Weeds Out of Your Garden Saturday, April 20, 2013 - 2:00 p.m. If you’re engaged in that ongoing struggle of ‘Weed vs. Man’ perhaps it is time you brought some reinforcements into the battle. Welcome to ‘Weed Science 101.’

How to Keep Pests Out of Your Garden Sunday, April 21, 2013 - 2:00 p.m. There are various ways to keep the bugs from attacking your plants. This seminar will look at cultural techniques, biological methods, and resistant cultivars, as well as chemical controls.

Success with Bulbs in the Garden Saturday, April 13, 2013 - 10:00 a.m. Bulbs are great additions to any garden! ‘Plant Doctor’ Bob will show you how to get the most for your buck out of bulbs and enjoy them in your garden for years to come.

Annuals for Sun and Shade and Deer Resistant Saturday, April 13, 2013 - 2:00 p.m. Learn what annuals perform well in the sun and the shade and which ones the deer usually eat.

Division of Summer and Fall Blooming Perennials Sunday, April 14, 2013 - 2:00 p.m. In this live demonstration you will witness a number of summer and fall blooming perennials being divided.

Call or Email Us Today! • 610.363.0800 200 N. Whitford Road, Exton, PA 19341

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The Community Garden is Growing!Our Community Garden is growing and it is even bigger this year. Our goal is to produce 10 tons of vegetables by the end of the growing season. This year all of the produce will be donated to The Chester County Food Bank (CCFB). They will be providing volunteers to help with the garden and assisting us with which crops to grow.

To learn more about The Chester County Food Bank be sure to visit Waterloo Gardens on April 20 at 2:00 p.m. Larry Welsh, Executive Director, will be educating our customers about CCFB.

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Is your landscaping taking over your home? You can’t see out the windows and the branches are scraping your house? Schedule a spring pruning and clean-up today. We are offering a 15% discount for first time customers through April 30th.

Is your curb appeal lacking? Perhaps you hardly have any plantings. Waterloo Landscaping by Design is here to assist you with creating a fresh landscape that will bring new lift to your home. Call us or stop in the business office to schedule an appointment today with our expert designers!

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