The Early Bloomer - February 2015

The Early Bloomer seven acres of inspiration

MONTHLY NEWSLETTER

FEBRUARY 2015

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Went the Strings of My Heart in this issue Zing! Went the Strings of My Heart Step Outside the Norm When Selecting Hardscape Materials My Sweet Valentine Special Events and Seminars We Love Our Geraniums!

How Does Your Garden Grow?

Join us!

Love in the Garden Open House

Friday, February 6th 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

“The hours I spend with you I look upon as a perfumed garden, a dim twilight, and a fountain singing to it.”

— George Moore

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valentine’s day

Zing! Went the Strings of My Heart February: the shortest month of the year, but long on love. It’s when Cupid’s arrow takes aim in hopes of unlocking the hearts of everyone. Love abounds and the gardens beckon a romantic stroll with your sweetheart. So, naturally, Valentine’s Day is among our favorite holidays.

Whether it’s a walk in the gardens or a beautiful, long-lasting container garden, Rock City offers romantic inspirations for the consummate romantic and even the faint of heart. Our flowers are in full bloom, and our garden associates will gladly help you select and plant the perfect Valentine’s gift. If flowers don’t seduce you, our garden accessories and home

décor will definitely catch your eye.

This year, in celebration of Valentine’s Day, we’re also hosting a Love in the Garden Open House on Friday, February 6th. Champagne, light red and white delicacies, garden strolls and beautiful music by harpist, Barbara Brundage will strike the perfect note for you and your Valentine. Enjoy 10% off all gift purchases throughout the evening.

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hardscapes

Step Outside the Norm When Selecting Hardscape Materials Outdoor living designs in our coastal environment can get very creative when you consider the multitude of hardscape materials on the market today. To truly marry your outdoor space with the natural environment, consider the beauty and versatility of stone. From natural to man-made, the options are endless.

And at Rock City Gardens, we have the largest assortment of stone material in the area.

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Wade Baxley, General Manager said, “More and more of our customers are requesting stone for their new or renovated outdoor living area because it creates such a warm and inviting setting.�

When planning walkways, patios, garden walls and pool decks, flagstone is a natural choice. Many colors and shades are available.

For a personal consultation, please contact Wade Baxley at 772.589.5841.

r ck o n! seven acres of inspiration 9080 US HWY 1 WABASSO, FLORIDA 772-589-5835 ROCKCITYGARDENS.COM

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Rock on with Rock City – and never miss a beat.

container garden of the month

My Sweet Valentine

Flowers may well be the universal symbol of Valentine’s Day. At Rock City, we treasure planted container gardens that provide long-lasting beauty and thoughtfulness. Our February garden features Medinilla, coleus, Algerian Ivy and cordyline.

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special events and seminars

Love in the Garden Open House Friday, February 6th 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Join us for an evening of red and white light delicacies and music in the gardens by talented harpist, Barbara Brundage. Come see the romantic, long-lasting gifts that Cupid planted in our Garden Boutique! It’s the ideal time to shop early for your special Valentine with 10% off all gift purchases throughout the evening.

From Design Inspiration to Reality – Outdoor Living Seminar Saturday, February 7th 10:00 AM Due to inclement weather, this seminar has been rescheduled for February 7th. This amazing hardscape seminar features three outdoor living experts who will skillfully guide you toward creating your perfect outdoor room. The saying “the design is in the details” rings especially true for residential outdoor living spaces.

We’ll discuss how your outdoor rooms and spaces can complement your home and its views, the importance of low-voltage lighting, and the beautiful hardscape materials available on the market today.

Join Rock City Gardens, Gold Coast Lighting, and Belgard for an exciting seminar trifecta. Attendance is free. Please RSVP by February 6th at admin@rockcitygardens.com or 772.589.5835.

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gardening

We Love Our Geraniums!

Unless you’ve been hiding under a rock, you know by now that Rock City Gardens proudly grows the most gorgeous geraniums in the area. We have a greenhouse dedicated to growing these beauties from little seedlings to robust blooms. People drive from miles around to take advantage of our abundant and healthy varieties. And lucky for you, we also offer our geraniums at the best price in town: 3 for $10.

Geraniums make wonderful accents to other foliage and are extremely versatile since they thrive as well in a container as they do when planted directly into the ground. Geraniums of all colors are stunning in outdoor flowerbeds as a brilliant pop of color. Think of them as accessories to the rest of your landscape design. They are perfectly beautiful this month, so visit Rock City soon and make your selections while supplies last.

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Caring for Your Geraniums • Let the soil dry completely before watering.

• Fertilize once a week with watersoluble plant food or a slow-release granular.

• Remove dead blooms and yellowed leaves frequently.

• If we continue to experience cool humid nights, the use of a fungicide may be required to control botrytis.

• Geraniums perform best in full sun (at least four hours per day). However, Rock City has some varieties that do well in shady locations.

February’s Favored Flowers

Potuniastm Sunpatienstm Supertunias® Tomato plants Gerbera daisies Geraniums Ivy geranium

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How Does Your Garden Grow?

While Floridians are enjoying the cooler winter temperatures, plants need particular attention this time of year. Protect your plants from frost when the mercury dips and keep in mind: plants that perform better during winter months include petunia, pansy, verbena, dianthus, strawflower, and lobelia. If you have questions on caring for your garden during winter season, the specialists at Rock City Gardens are always happy to offer their expertise.

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