Can it be? Maybe? Hopefully? Have we seen our last frost of the season for 2022? Those of you ‘seasoned’ north Idaho gardeners know these sayings well! ‘Wait til after Mother’s Day to plant those annuals’ or ‘When the snow is off Rathdrum mountain, it’s safe to plan annuals’…
Truth is, no one knows for sure…but one thing we do know for sure, is we are certainly in a much better position now that the sun is shining and the warmer temps are here!
Hop in the car, and take a drive around town…vibrant bursts of bright yellow forsythia are in full glory, as well as many gorgeous flowering trees, and yards a’popping with tulips and daffodils! And come on down to New Leaf and see what is new!
Mother’s Day 2022
What to get something special for your mom, grandmother, aunt, or daughter? If they are gardeners, the gift of a flowering tree is truly the gift that keeps giving.
This is THE time to buy a fruit tree that rewards you with beautiful flowers in the spring, and fruit during the summer! We have a good selection right now, including cherries, crabapples and pears!
Flowering Cherry
Flowering Pear
Flowering Crabapple
Grow your own Veg!
The perennials are rolling in, along with annuals and veg! Why not consider gifting mom with some fresh veggie plants that she can grow in her own back yard to provide amazing harvests of healthy food, along with helping to defray some of the high food costs we are all experiencing? We have great wood raised beds in stock, along with all the right soils, and lots of veg to choose from…and a friendly staff to assist you!
Hanging Flower Baskets
What mom (or anyone really) could resist a stunning and colorful flowering hanging basket or two, or three?
We've got a load of them and we will continue to bring them in through the Mothers Day holiday! Feast your eyes on these beauties and see how many new varieties of annuals you can see in this snippet of our collection!
Last call for Spuds, Onions, & Cole Crops!
What is a cole crop? At a basic level, they're plants that belong to the mustard (Brassica) family and are all descendants of wild cabbage. As a group, these plants grow better in cool weather. This leads many people to think that the word “cole” is a variation of the word “cold” and they may even refer to these plants as cold crops.
We have onions, potatoes, broccoli, cabbage, bok choi…all the good stuff, and really, folks, if you want to plant them for the season, the time is now. Come in and get them soon, or the weather will be too warm to plant!
For more information, visit https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/vgen/cole-crop-plants.htm
All Star Team Member...
The team at New Leaf Nursery wants to recognize the amazing contributions of this young woman! Her name is Selah, and if you’ve met her, you’ll never forget her
“Selah” is a Hebrew word found at the ending of verses in Psalms as an instruction calling for a break in the singing of the Psalm or it may mean "forever."
Selah is indeed a song, and her heart is ‘forever’ true and honest! Selah is always there to help, listen to a story, tell a story, and give a hug, or shine her amazing smile your way…a kind word is always on her lips, and this young lady has a personality like no other!
Selah can be found working behind the counter at the garden center, or outside amongst the plants, or driving heavy equipment, or riding her bike around the 10 acres!
Selah, we thank you for all you are to the nursery, its customers, and your fellow coworkers!
The Nursery Happenings
We’ve got excitement and color bursting out of every corner, from our annual baskets to the classes on our beautiful property. It’s the perfect time of year to treat yourself or a treasured friend to one of these fantastic events!
Upcoming Classes
Our last few crafting classes have been an absolute delight! We have one more DIY yard accessory coming up, along with gardening courses that will come in clutch with the warming weather.
Due to popular demand, we’ve added another Mother’s Day Birdfeeder Cup & Saucer class! Talented local artist Deb Beissel will teach us how to make a contemporary version of the ‘tea cup’ favorite, adorned with a teaspoon perch for the birdies. You will receive a bag of bird seed and a Mother’s Day card to go with the bird feeder. All supplies will be provided, including cup/saucer, spoon, beads and wire with hanging hook.
If you're interested, sign up by friday by clicking here !
New Leaf Nursery landscape designer Cassie Hardy shares her knowledge of how to create a landscape design plan for your yard or garden. She’ll give an overview of elements to bring to your outdoor space, and the different plants and soils that can help you design something unique to your tastes.
Space is limited, so sign up soon by clicking here
New Leaf Nursery plant expert Laurie Wilson shares her knowledge of how to prune roses for excellent growth and disease prevention. Space is limited, so click here to sign up!
Laurie Wilson studied Horticulture at The Lake Washington Institute of Technology, as well as studying Environmental Horticulture, and Master Pruners Classes, at the University of Washington. Laurie has worked with trees, plants and shrubs for over 20 years, and joined the team at New Leaf Nursery in 2021.
More beautiful pots!
We have more and more large, colorful pots perfect for cultivating a garden on any surface you’d like. From houseplants to porch and patio gardens, the possibilities are endless with a few of these on your property.
Summertime Outdoor Candles
Fragrant, beautiful candles from Skeem Design have arrived in our retail space. Along with their delightful scent, (including an updated citronella aroma) each candle is crafted with a soy/vegetable base, and shipped with as little packing material as possible.
Stop by the Nursery soon if you’d like to bring one into your home!
Beautiful Garden Décor: Wind Spinners
When the breeze rises, these metal sculptures will spin and twirl along with it. Each one is a unique metal sculpture, and a guaranteed eye catcher for your garden. Stop by the retail building soon to pick one up for your property!
Seed Reward Program
There is nothing better than getting a little reward for your loyalty at New Leaf Nursery. Sign up online, or the next time you are in the nursery, and start earning rewards on every dollar spent in our nursery or on our web site. It’s easy, and free! It’s a great deal for you, and it’s a fantastic way for us to show our appreciation to our loyal customers! And you can check your rewards using your phone number online! What could be better?
Click here to sign up today!
As always, we look forward to seeing you and providing you with a great experience when you visit our nursery!
