Snow Removal Services
So far this winter we have escaped a large amount of snowfall however if a winter storm hits we can help. We will plow your driveway and clean up the snow as needed. Whether you need a little extra help after a heavy downfall or you want regular plowing every time it snows we can meet your needs. Call to schedule ahead so you’re the first on the list or contact us as needed. 330.836.2727.

2012 Gardening Seminars

Container Gardening is all the rage and now more than ever people are creating container gardens that are beautiful works of art by combining interesting colors, shapes & textures. The seminar this weekend focuses primarily on container gardens using varieties of Proven Winner® plants. Please join us this Saturday morning to learn more about creating fabulous container gardens & every Saturday for various gardening topics from 10:00 – 11:30. A different topic is featured each week by an industry professional complete with visuals. The cost is $12.00 per seminar & you may attend all of them or only the ones that interest you. We have the coffee ready at 9:30. It is a fun time to come early & share ideas with other gardeners before the program begins. Enrollment is limited to 50, so it is best to pre-register. Walk-ins are welcome as long as space permits.
Put a little bright spot in your winter & overcome “cabin fever” by attending the seminars. You’ll get new ideas & answers to your questions for the spring gardening season. We look forward to seeing you at the seminars!

 February 4th – Color Your Garden Using Proven Winners® In Containers & the Landscape
Speaker: Nicky Ausmus, Four Star Greenhouse
Nicky will place special emphasis on container gardening as she introduces you to many varieties of Proven Winners® through a power point presentation & hands-on demonstration. She will make suggestions for pleasing combinations & growing tips to keep them looking their best all season long. Four Star Greenhouses, located in Carleton, Michigan is one of a few select propagators of Proven Winner® plants known for their proven performance & abundant blooms especially in containers.  

February 11th – Back to Basics—Creating a Successful Backyard Vegetable Garden
Speaker: Pam Bennett, Education Director of the OSU Clarke County Extension Service
Pam will cover the basics of vegetable gardening including soil preparation, plant selection, pest management, harvesting practices & more. Pam is an energetic speaker with years of hands-on gardening experience. Whether you are a novice or experienced gardener, you will enjoy her presentation & learn the latest techniques for successful vegetable gardening. .

February 18th – Using Hydrangeas & other Flowering Shrubs in the Landscape
Speaker: Joanna Thomas, Owner of Gardenscape Nursery in Oberlin Ohio, certified Arborist & instructor at Cleveland State University.
Joanna will help take the mystery out of growing beautiful Hydrangeas in your landscape. She will discuss the various types of hydrangeas & new varieties as well as pruning and caring for Hydrangeas. In addition, she will discuss other flowering shrubs & their attributes as well as their requirements.

 February 25th – Easy Perennials & Shrubs for Challenging Areas
Speaker: Dr. Laura Deeeter, Associate Professor, OSU at ATI Wooster
Every landscape has a few areas that are difficult … too wet, too dry, very hot, or very shady. Laura, in her fun & entertaining way, will introduce us to various plants & plant combinations that will easily grow & thrive in our challenging landscape locations.  Laura has been a frequent seminar speaker at Graf’s & a favorite of many.

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Firewood
Throw another log on the fire, pop in a movie, pour a beverage … relax & enjoy a winter evening at home. You can stay warm & enjoy the ambiance of a fire all winter long with seasoned firewood. Stop in for a bundle (1.7 cu. ft.) or trunk load (6.2 cu. ft.) or call to order larger quantities. Services include delivery & stacking.

It’s Time to Garden Indoors

Some people call it “wintervention” but the time has come when we are frustrated with cloudy days & colder temperatures. We need a break from winter.  If you are not planning a winter get away then why not bring a little bit of the tropics into your home or get started planting garden seeds. Spring will not feel so far away when you add a few plants. Colorful primrose will remind you of spring as well as cyclamen & long lasting orchids. Green houseplants will bring new life into your home as well. All of them provide the added benefit of a natural air freshener.  In addition,  if you want to get started planting seeds for your garden indoors we can help with seeds, soil, & seeding supplies.

Let’s be friends on Face Book :)
We would be honored for the opportunity to share with you on Face Book. We’ll share recent landscape projects, promotions, gardening tips & more. We would love to hear about your gardening experiences as well. It’s a fun way to stay connected. Just “Like” our Face Book Fan Page to get started.  Click to view our page & like us >