Ornaments & Supplies at
Reilly's Garden Center

When I began my garden many years ago it was a 30 foot bed along what is now the “garden walk.” That garden has grown into four 90 ft. gardens. They include a rose garden, (which was our daughter’s swimming pool location), two perennial beds, and a vegetable garden.  Many trees and shrubs have been incorporated throughout the two acre landscape. My gardens have offered great pleasure these many years, but more importantly they are the place I go for quiet, rejuvenation and serenity.

After this very long winter I know you are very anxious to start cleaning up winter’s leftovers and begin refreshing your landscape with some new ideas. My goal is to offer the help you may need and try to anticipate what your gardening desires might be. For starters, maybe you would like to dress up your entryway with the elegance of two beautifully planted cast stone urns. Or maybe you have a longing for the soothing sound of water provided by a fountain or birds splashing in a birdbath. These and many other beautiful items will soon be arriving. 

To further complement your outdoor living areas consider our colorful array of glazed pottery. After pouring through the many new catalogs, I have chosen, what I think is a wonderful collection. We encourage you to ask for help with your plantings and selections of pottery. Special orders are possible.                                                      

One of the main goals of the Garden Supply Department is to provide the garden remedies that will help your garden landscape be healthy, vigorous and lovely. We are doing our best to provide a good selection of natural and organic products. We highly recommend these products because of their beneficial effects on the environment and because of the safety of their use around family and pets.     

Trendy New Products

RAISED GARDEN BEDS

Because of the recession, and the desire to have a fresh healthy diet, more of us want to grow our own vegetables. There also exists a desire to do it without a lot of effort. The result has been a renewed interest in raised garden beds which maximize harvests by providing a more efficient use of space. Garden beds are great for small plots of veggies and flowers. The use of raised beds makes weeding easier, reduces soil compaction, promotes better soil drainage, creates a barrier to pests (such as snails and slugs) and reduces back strain. We have two types of raised beds, both of which are made of long lasting white cedar.

 

THE WORM FACTORY

The worm factory is a composter comprised of stacking trays in which worms eat your scraps and leave behind rich organic material You fill each tray with scraps like vegetables, fruits, egg shells, coffee grounds, paper and junk mail, and in turn you will get nutrient rich compost for your garden.

 

 

 

RAIN BARRELS

A rain barrel collects water from a downspout, and stores it for when you need it the most. The benefit is an ample supply of “soft water” that is ideal for gardens, flower pots, and as well as car and window washing. It is estimated that a rain barrel can save about 1300 gallons of water during the peak summer months. Saving water in this way helps the environment and saves money and energy. 

 

COMPOST TUMBLER

Composting is the surest, easiest way to become a better gardener. Turning your yard waste and kitchen scraps into homemade garden compost will improve the structure of your soil as well as provide a balanced source of natural plant nutrients. The rich compost will stimulate beneficial organisms resulting in strong, beautiful, thriving plants.

 

FAIRY GARDENS

A fairy garden is a special place that is often planted in a secluded location in your garden or planted in a container. They can be magical and fascinating places that encourage the long-lost child like feelings in our hearts. It is believed that if you give them their own special place, fairies will emerge and play from dusk till dawn, and then all is quiet.

Children and grandchildren will love to participate in the creation of these magical gardens and the placement of whimsical items such as gnomes, fairies, and small cottages.

Fairy gardens combine gardening, creativity and imagination: 

• Give the fairies a winding pathway through their garden to help them find their way. You may use sand or small pebbles.
• It is said that fairies will take up residence wherever they find a fairy door. Place one next to a stone wall, or rock; or nestle it in between the roots of a stout tree.
• Make them a pond or fairy pool. A shallow receptacle filled with water will do.
• Add some glitter. Shinny objects attract fairies, so see what you can find something to fit their sparkling taste. A crystal would be most appreciated.
• Fairies need shelter from wind and rain. It could be a cottage, cave or an over hanging rock. Add some flat stones for seating.
• Just as important as the other mentioned elements, we must of course include small plants. Dwarf evergreens, rock garden perennials, moss, and low creeping ground covers should all be included. Fragrant herbs such as thyme and dwarf lavender (sunny areas only) will delight the fairies keen sense of smell.
• Fairies love to explore and play with small weather proof garden ornaments such as frogs, turtles, and birds. Any and all the forest animals will add charm to your garden and will comfort the fairies. Let your imagination run wild.
• The sound of tinkling wind chimes is dear to a fairies heart. They so enjoy the soothing melodies.

Looking Beautiful 

Some of the pieces that will complement your garden, and help make your an own unique creation, are shown below.

     
     

Just Arrived

Raised garden bed frames will be arriving soon for those that are considering using a bed for their vegetable plantings.  We will also be carrying Burpee Seeds.

 

Tips for the Season

Spring is an exciting time for gardeners as preparations are made for the bounty and your garden as it wakes from winter hibernation.  Spring is the time to start making compost.

Spring is a good time to apply fertilizer and mulch to your beds and borders.  We recommend Esporma Plant Tone for perennials and shrubs and Espoma Holly tone for rhododendrons, azaleas, and all evergreens.  Clear away any heavy winter mulch before you add fertilizers.

Check your trees and shrubs for winter damage.  Stake or tie those plants that flop.  Pruning may also be necessary.  Reilly's carries a selection of tools for your gardening and landscaping needs.

Services to Make Live Easier

We carry many organic products to help you with your plants' health and fertilization functions.  Please feel free to bring in that leaf or stem that seems infected or diseased and we will be happy to advise you.  We will also plant  containers and planters for you - either from our pottery selection or from the container that you already own.  You supply the container and we'll supply the perfect arrangement for you from the plants you select from our greenhouse!

If you can't find what you're looking for, we do special orders for pottery, cast stone statuary, fountains, birdbaths, urns, trellises, and arbors.

Contact the
Retail Manager

Fran Bacon
412-364-8662
supplies@ReillysSummerSeatFarm.com

 

 

 

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