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Pelargoniums Are Back!
A few months ago, we ran a feature article in the newsletter about pelargoniums, commonly called geraniums. We've enjoyed the scented leaf varieties so much this summer & would like to feature them again. Don't miss out on the old fashioned romance of these lovely beauties! They will grace your windowsills, benefit your cooking ventures & provide ongoing pleasure through the winter months! Click here to sample some recipes starring the traditional English favorite: Old Fashioned Rose.
Pellies (or geraniums) are a big family that includes the typical zonal geraniums you see at stores every spring. But, did you also know that pellies come in many other exotic forms that do just as well in our area? We carry quite a few at Ricky & Lucy's, including scented leaf geraniums that will amaze & surprise you with their diverse aromas-perfect for a collection! Start your collection with some lovely varieties from Ricky and Lucy's And-They're discounted 50%! Read more about these amazing geraniums.
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HEAR WHAT OTHERS ARE SAYING ABOUT RICKY & LUCY'S
Ricky and Lucy's Country Greenhouse was recently nominated for the Nebraska Travel and Tourism Award for Outstanding Nature Tourism Entity by the Cheyenne County Visitor Center! We're pleased & proud to receive this high honor. As a growing business, we work hard to ensure that quality remains extraordinary, even as quantity increases. Thanks again to our loyal local patrons (& our new internet customers!) who support our efforts daily. Read the press release for this award, as well as what others are saying about us!
Ricky & Lucy's has also just been designated a Groundwater Guardian Green Site by the Groundwater Foundation. 2008 sponsors include: W.K. Kellogg Foundation, US Environmental Protection Agency Region 7, Nebraska Environment Trust & Cargill. We're glad that we can help raise awareness on this important subject! The award plaque is on display at the greenhouse.
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| Dear Friends,
Greetings from Ricky & Lucy's Greenhouse!
Fall has finally arrived, with its crisp days & cooler temperatures. We've had beautiful local weather lately. The sun beckons us to spend more time outdoors, & why not? Mild pleasant days basking in warm sunshine do wonders for the body & soul, no matter one's age. We also sense the urgency to prepare for the oncoming winter months. Time to stow away cold weather supplies & get cozy for a while. Slow down & take the time to enjoy what autumn has to offer!
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~Herb of the Month Club~
 Our featured selections for October are Soup Seasoning & Spicy Pepper Blend. Take advantage of that stored produce bounty & warm your tummy with this month's recipe for Creamy  Zucchini Soup!! Please note that the Herb of the Month Club is changing! We hope you enjoy its new focus & let us know your thoughts! **
Herb of the Month is a celebration that we have at the greenhouse every month, all year long. It's our way of inviting you to try out Lucy's Blends: our very special, exclusive line of dried herbs, blends & spices. The single featured selection is always 10% off, & dual featured blends are 15% off if you buy both. An accompanying, time-tested recipe is also highlighted on our website. Herbs & spices make great gifts & are easily mailed anywhere!
Become a member of the Herb of the Month Club (drop us an e-mail or give us a call) to receive additional benefits, including: Click here to read the benefits of joining the Herb of the Month Club! |
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SAVOR FALL PLANTING WITH A HUGE SALE!
 Enjoy a 50% savings on all remaining trees, shrubs & perennials at Ricky & Lucy's! Print your coupon for this great offer today! Half price on everything that's left at the greenhouse, including:
Serbian Spruce: Serbian Spruce (or picea omorika) is the conifer of the year for 2008. We have a few left. It has a slender trunk with short, ascending/drooping branches that create a graceful ballerina effect. An evergreen that also showcases lustrous, dark green needles with silver bands on their undersides. This spruce has proven itself winter hardy throughout the Great Plains, & grows best in full sun to light shade.
Shenandoah Switch Grass: Grass of the year for 2008! Shenandoah Switch Grass (or panicum virgatum 'Shenandoah') boasts bright green leaves tipped with dark red by mid-summer. These turn entirely red and orange in fall. Height is only 4-5' in flower, & this grass tolerates drought well.
Bulbs have just arrived-hurry out to get the best selection or take a peek & place your order here! Much more available-come visit us to see it all!
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TIME TO GET READY FOR COLDER WEATHER!
As previously mentioned, we are now sensing the urgency to prepare for the winter months ahead. Better to be prepared than caught unaware. Cool weather veggie crops have been planted, & folks are eager to get a taste of goodies that aren't around during hotter times. Watching the weather forecast is always important this time of the year, as conditions can change quickly. Be mindful of covering beds when frost is on its way, & getting last minute crops harvested & stowed away in the root cellar. Don't have a root cellar or want to find out more? Click here to read extra about this fascinating subject!
 Clean those tools! As the seasons change, it's also great to double-check the condition of your gardening equipment. Make sure those tools are residue free & scrubbed thoroughly-a stiff brush should do the trick. Dry them well, & apply a thin layer of mineral oil for protection. You might really get in the spirit & decide to sharpen any tools that require it; congrats, you're ahead of the game for next spring!
Tidy the house & bring the outdoors in by going green! Yes, Ricky & Lucy's loves houseplants as much as we love the outdoor garden beds! Houseplants create a warm, inviting sense of space in the home. They feed our enthusiasm for all things growing year round, & they make wonderful conversation pieces. Plus, they clean the air!Those of you that have received our newsletter for quite some time might recall an article we found on the internet about the NASA study of Sick Building Syndrome. Yes, believe it or not, there is such a thing. NASA research proved that houseplants help remove indoor air pollution caused by Sick Building Syndrome. It's no accident that you see interior landscaping with houseplants in malls, offices, restaurants & the like. Certain plants are best at removing certain toxins.
Ricky & Lucy's carries many of these houseplants in an assortment of beautiful, unusual cultivars. We always provide care sheets with our plants, & we've answered many phone calls about houseplant concerns! You don't have to be a plant rocket scientist to grow these guys, either. Rest assured: our plants are perfect for oneself or for giving! If you'd like to read the entire article about the NASA study, click here. |
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All of us at Ricky & Lucy's hope you have a great month making memories of fall-laden activities! Take care until next time!
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