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Magazine Spring/Summer 2014

PAINT

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Gardener

LIVING OUTSIDE THE BOX

PAINT THE TOWN WITH COLOUR! I love colour! So it just seems right that I have spent the greater part of my career at a company know as the place … “Where colour lives”.

I grew up with colour so boldy bright in my room. Homes were decorated with coloured carpets, it was the seventies after all, inside and out. Bright colour was always a big part of the yard, so today it is just natural that I am still in love with colour. When I look around home it shows in the bright pots on the stove, the bright yellow stools, multi-coloured rugs and more. This year colour is really back in play for home décor, chevron and floral prints will be appearing in everything from pillows

to bedding. Some of my favourites are vases with ceramic flowers on them. They remind me so much of the style my grandparents had, but refreshed for todays style. I also love words on wall art, looking at a wall with a picture saying LOVE or SMILE makes me happy. We will see this in prints or you could do it yourself with chalkboards. The 70’s and 80’s are on trend again. These decades were filled with colour, and its back! Nobody represented colour in those days like Cyndi Lauper, she loved colour and when you see her preform it’s obvious that love has not faded. In fashion dark denim is making a comeback and we all know any colour works with demin, and let’s be honest it is slimming, which makes us all feel good! You will be seeing gingham on the comeback, suede in clothing and some

pretty chunky shoes in all colours, shapes and sizes. Layer up your jewelry, wear prints that make you happy! Go for a new colour splash in your wardrobe. Fashion for men is much the same and that may be even more exciting. For some guys wearing anything but grey will be the highlight of the year. Some exciting news is that bold bright t-shirts, multi-coloured and printed button downs are in. I’m thankful that the neon’s of last year are gone and have been replaced with great bright pinks, lavenders and many shades of blue ranging from navy to royal to robin’s egg. This is great as my little girl loves blue! Bedroom furniture and linens in bold patterns will lift any kid’s room.

Another fun and practical idea might be to get some coloured water bottles and backpacks, they are fun and less likely to get lost if brightly coloured. My next car needs to be a brighter colour. Black can drive any car owner crazy trying to keep clean, but also it’s the only part of my life that currently isn’t colourful. It would make me so happy to look out in my driveway and see a colourful car. I’m thinking maybe orange! Car manufacturers are coming out with all types of shade this year. Red has been around for awhile. Some of the new greens are bright and fresh. New blues, yellows and oranges are all fun too. It is another expression of yourself, the type and colour of your vehicle can say a lot about you!

Rio Plastic Planter Collection (shown above) - Add a splash of colour with these all season planters. Extremely durable, lightweight, UV resistant, frost proof, and 100% recyclable!

Colour says and does a lot, it can mean many things. Orange can make you hungry, red brings out the romance in life, and green though often associated with the environment is actually a restful colour. Did you know that blue can invoke a sense of power? Purple brings out one’s creativity. I should know that well (given the amount of purple at TERRA)! Red has been my favourite colour for as long as I remember but lately I find pink makes me happy. I feel great wearing pink

and buying it for my little girl as it makes her happy too. I will never give up on red though. I love my red Canada sweater and our little red wagon! As we move into a season of warm sunny days the yellow cast of sunshine will brighten our days and bring smiles to our faces. Planters in monochromic colours have been trending up in recent years and will be big again this year. As the fruit and vegetable season arrives you will see colour in your home grown food. Although the dull days of winter often drive us to buy colourful houseplants for the pure delight of it, the outdoor shouldn’t be forgotten. You can do so much, and it can last through the season, or the year. For example a planter in aqua

blue will have your summer look of colourful plants looking great. Why not keep going and pair it with orange for fall and reds and silvers for Christmas? Try getting a watering can in your favourite colour. Colourful garden baskets can help you in the garden or store kids toys. You will see loads of aqua blue, orange, yellow, and green in patio cushions and accessories this year. I hope everyone can add a little more colour to their lives this year! - Michelle

As we move into a season of warm sunny days the yellow cast of sunshine will brighten our days and bring smiles to our faces.

Bounce Impatiens

ANNUALS

Impatiens have bounced back with this exciting new disease resistant variety! These vibrant colours will liven up your shade garden and bring gorgeous masses of blooms all season.

Kosmo Celosia Add unique shape and texture to your garden with these vivid dwarf celosia varieties. They thrive in full sun and rich well drained soil.

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Calynopsis Calceolaria Yellow

An amazing early season annual with stunning orchid like flowers. This variety works well in planted in containers, and needs at least 6 hours of sun daily.

Jurassic Rex Begonia

Here is a great solution for those tricky deep shade areas in your garden. The bold colours and organic patterns of this annual will lasts from early spring until autumn.

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2015 INSTANT

It’s time to plant and enjoy this phenomenal annual, as 2015 is the year of the coleus! Prized for it’s wonderful foliage in an exciting range of colours. Choose from over ten varieties.

By poplar demand we have expanded our 8 inch annual collection. Choose from an unbeatable selection of over 35 varieties of our most popular and colourful annuals. This is an easy way to add instant colour to any area of your yard, porch, balcony, or deck. For added colour you will also find many of our 8 inch annuals in brightly coloured watering cans or trendy galvanized pails.

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Fashion This season find fun fresh fashion that is, colourful and comfortable! Our collection is perfect for your next sunny holiday, and can be worn all summer long. Choose from a stylish selection of hats, swimwear cover-ups, dresses, purses, scarves, jewellery and more!

COPPER This impactful earthy tone will play a major role in fashion this year. Copper is a sophisticated colour that stands alone well, or makes a great accent to many other colours. Be it beauty, clothing, jewellery, or interiors, you will see this on trend colour popping up in modern design for 2015!

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ROSES

IT’S EASIER THAN EVER TO ADD ROSES TO YOUR LANDSCAPE. Take a new look at a traditional garden favourite. Think you can’t have roses in your garden? Afraid of the maintenance involved? Think again - new varieties of roses make it easier than ever to add roses to your landscape. Knock Out Roses Available in multiple colours, this rose had been developed to be disease resistant, tidy, long blooming, and easy to care for. Knock Outs are, as their name indicates, a knock out in the garden! Flowers last from early summer to frost - even peeking through the first snow! The winter hardiness of this variety is amazing which allow it to be grown in containers easily. As a hedge, individually or with a mixed border, these roses are great for all gardens.

Drift Roses Introduced by the same company as Knock Out Roses, the Drift Rose is a cross between roundcover roses and miniature roses. This creates a tough, disease resistant plant that

will cascade over walls and down slopes while providing long lasting blooms. Never Alone Roses The Never Alone Foundation is a charitable, non-profit organization founded by former Winnipeg Blue Bomber and current CEO of the Calgary Stampeders, Lyle Bauer. Their mandate is to provide compassionate support and services to individuals and the families of those suffering with cancer. Together with the Canadian Nursery and Landscape Association, the Never Alone Rose has been introduced in 2015. Suited as a garden rose, this red and white blooming rose will also serve as a container flower. This rose is a resilient continual bloomer. The Never Alone Rose is a great way to let loved ones know that they’re never alone in the fight against cancer.

What’s in a name? Roses have long been favoured in the garden and for good reason. Their abundance of colour and fragrance add both beauty and elegance to any garden.

David Austin Born in 1926 - in his 20’s, David was inspired to cross old roses that were almost dying out, with modern roses to combine the charm of the old roses with the wide colour range and repeat flowering of newer varieties. Gertrude Jekyll One of the leading garden designers of her time, Gertrude created over 400 gardens in UK, Europe and America. She also wrote over 1000 articles for magazines. She is known for her use of radiant colour, and hardy flower borders showing an artistic painting like style. Still influential in today’s landscape design, she is well worthy of having a classic english rose in her name.

Morden Blush Morden Blush is a Canadian research arboretum in Morden Manitoba established in 1924. This research based facility concentrates on developing improved varieties. The facility was known for breeding the hardiest roses in Canada. Abraham Darby This apricot hued popular rose is named after the industrialist that constructed the first iron bridge located near David Austin’s nurseries. Graham Thomas This golden beauty of an old english rose is a reflection on this English horticulturist who is well known for his work with garden roses.

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He was instrumental in saving many of the older varieties from extinction. A writer and a garden steward, Thomas was honored with a rose in his name by David Austin in 1983. Queen Elizabeth There’s no doubt about who Queen Elizabeth is and how her royal heritage is worthy of a rose named in her honour. Introduced in 1954, The Queen Elizabeth Rose was the first rose of the Grandiflora class. Just like the Queen herself, this rose is long lasting, hardy, and historically popular.

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THE BEST PLANT CHOICES FOR PHENOMENAL FRAGRANCE!

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hat better way to expand the benefits of your backyard than by adding a little sensory stimulation? Bring lovely scents to your garden and add a bouquet to your table with these plants that boast phenomenal fragrance! Peony The Peony is a popular plant in many gardens with its bushy greenery acting as a background for its large blooms in shades of white, pink, magenta, and red. Although a short lived summer bloom, it remains one of the most popular for cutting and bouquets.

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Iris The Iris’ unique flowers will emerge from strong sword shaped leaves. Often presenting multiple petal colours, Irises will provide great colour early in the season with many new varieties blooming again later in the season. Rose A fragrant garden isn’t complete without roses. Old English roses are some of the most fragrant, but many of the hybrid teas are also very fragrant and great for a single bloom in vase or a large bouquet.

Sweetspire Little Henry This small flowering shrub is covered in creamy white pendulous blooms in early summer. Great for creating small hedges, or as an addition to the summer border. The blooms will also attract butterflies. In the fall the foliage turns an intense red. This plants grows well in sun to part sun. Lavender Phenomenal A long standing favourite in any garden setting, lavender is a very fragrant plant with both flowers and foliage having a relaxing scent. Phenomenal is just as its name indicates; forming a bushy mound of silvery foliage and covered with spikes of purplish blue flowers. Lavender is exceptionally hardy and heat tolerant. Lilacs What better sign of the beginning of the summer than the sweet fragrance of lilacs? French hybrid lilacs offer large clusters of blooms in mid-spring. Add some Preston Lilacs and Bloomerangs for later season blooms.

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PLANTERS Think outside the box... Think all dolled up... Think fashion forward and right on trend! Our imaginative planters are anything but ordinary and will add impeccable style to your environment.

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ORCHID

The orchid family consists of over 30 000 different species and we are always striving to find and bring to our customers as many different varieties as we can! New at TERRA this season you will find the “dragon” orchid.This elusive gem has a unique shaped stem with large white long lasting blooms.

ASPIRING URBAN FARMERS CELEBRATE! A THRIVING GARDEN AND SUCCESSFUL HARVEST IS EASIER THAN YOU THINK! Sprouting a green thumb in an everchanging urban structure can be a challenge. Spaces are getting smaller and we’re not seeing the all-around house sun exposure of days past. That means that as a homeowner, you have to be better prepared when planning your landscape.

WRITTEN BY TAHNEE HIPEL ASSISTANT STORE MANAGER - TERRA MILTON

First things first – what kind of garden do you want? A mix of ornamental and edible gardening is great for the eyes and the taste buds, so keep your options wide open. Make sure you know what kind of light your plants will get, what kind of soil you have and then grab your materials. To get you started, there are assortments of local and non-GMO seeds for sale that you can grow at home using a seed starter kit. If you have kids, learning together ensures that everyone in the house has control over the food they’re eating. What a great way to

get involved! It’s easy to be sustainable and healthy, even in a small space. Does your family love fries with ketchup? Well, there’s a new grafted plant variety that grows potatoes and tomatoes on the same plant! It’s great for growing in a container but will perform well in the garden, supported by a trellis. What an exciting way to grow vegetables with the family.

Fun and excitement in the garden can be inspired by heirloom tomato varieties. Try a little Bumble Bee Purple and Sun Sugar & Sweet Aperitif to put some fun on a plate! Starting your seeds indoors makes sure you’re prepared when the ground thaws and you’re ready to start transplanting or moving pots outside to your patio or balcony.

spaghetti or curry. Create mouth-watering meals from your garden and get a taste of what’s new and exciting this year with TERRA’s Hot & Saucy weekend May 2-3rd. “I grew that” along with the phrase “I cooked that” yields true culinary fulfilment. No matter what you choose

Happy planting! Bring on the harvest!

Get creative with container gardening and plant all of your favourite vegetables and herbs. Think about salads, smoothies, pasta sauces and garden around your favourite dishes. If you have the space, raised beds are great for organization and space planning and give you better control over the soil. It’s also easier to harvest potatoes and root vegetables and can provide optimum growing conditions.

Sunny-Side UP Gardens (shown above) - A great seed starting kit to get the kids interested in gardening. Kit includes everything to grow your veggie garden.

2015 is the year of the pepper and if you love spicy and flavourful meals, grow your own hot and sweet peppers this year, they’re great for barbequing and adding spice and excitement to ordinary or ethnic dishes like tacos,

to do, remember that being creative is all part of the process. You can separate your flowers from your produce or you can grow an abundance of colours and textures together. Mix climbing vines with climbing beans and bright pink echinacea between dark green leafy kale. Do what works for you and incorporate your own sense of style and taste so you can enjoy the space you’ve created.

NO MATTER WHAT YOU CHOOSE TO DO, REMEMBER THAT BEING CREATIVE IS ALL PART OF THE PROCESS.

For fresh ideas look for our recipe tags in our herb departments.

Make your own healthy fruit smoothies with wheat grass picked straight from your garden!

Sunny-Side UP Gardens (shown above) - A great seed starting kit to get the kids interested in gardening. Kit includes everything to grow your veggie garden.

GET GROWING Make your green thumb a brighter shade with these great urban farming products!

Raised Cedar Beds (shown above) - Rise up and keep the rabbits at bay with these gorgeous cedar beds and stylish trellis options.

Greenworld Organic Flower and Vegetable Soil (shown right) - Organic gardeners rejoice, and enjoy a successful healthy garden this year. This soil is enriched with organic fertilizer that lasts up to 3 months.

Elho Green Basics Grow Kit (shown above) - Perfect for growing your own herbs and sprouts in the kitchen. You can also start your seeds inside and move them out doors once the weather warms up with this fun reusable kit.

Green Smoothie Ingredients 1 handful of mixed greens Kale, Swiss Chard, Spinach, Romaine 1 cup of mixed berries Blueberries, Raspberries, Blackberries etc. 2 ripe bananas 1 blender full of filtered water. Add powershot: 2 handfuls of wheat grass ½ lemon, lime or orange 1 thumbnail size of ginger Mix all ingredients in blender until smooth. Enjoy!

There is nothing more flavourful or fresh than growing your own vegetables. All your favourite recipes will come alive with Incredible Edibles from TERRA. Choose from an amazing selection of vegetables and fruit, and be sure to try some of our brand new varieties.

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Specialty dwarf varieties of raspberries and blueberries that are perfect for growing in containers. Look for Raspberry Shortcake, Jelly Bean Blueberry, and Peach Sorbet varieties in stores this spring.

Enjoy odd looking, great flavoured Heirloom tomatoes, plump round slicing tomatoes, and all sizes of cherry tomatoes. We have something for every taste! Our new varieties include Sugar Gloss, Indigo, Fireball, Rose, Starburst F1, Sun, and Heirloom Brandywine Pink Potato Leaf, Heirloom Great White, Heirloom Mortgage Lifter, Heirloom Red Pear, and Heirloom San Marzano.

Peppers From sweet flavours to extremely hot peppers, we have what you are looking for. Our exciting new varieties are Thai Dragon, Pablano, Gong Bao, and Giant Ristica

Fruit Salad Tree Kid’s Gardening Let’s get the kids involved in gardening this season with showy varieties that are quick growing, and will keep them coming back to check on the garden. Be sure to pick up our “Ketchup ‘n’ Fries (tomato and potato plants) so the family can create a fun favourite snack. Also look for Supersize Cabbage, Honey & Pear Corn, Flying Saucer Squash, Pick A Bushel Cucumbers, and Sugar Snap Peas.

Grow peaches, nectarienes, plums, and apricots all on one tree! Also available are 4-in-1cherry trees, 4-in-1 apple trees, and 4-in-1 pear trees

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ith the smell of spring in the air we start to plan our outdoor adventures. We start to dream of summer nights filled with friends and fireworks and dewy morning sunrises on the front porch. Being outside connects us with nature and gives us a feeling of peace when everything else in life seems hectic. We go back to nature to turn off from the world and enjoy the simplicities of listening to the wind or watching the birds fly. We seek relaxation outdoors and a space for family time and reflection. If you could create an outdoor oasis of your own, what would it look like?

BRING OUT THAT INNER CREATIVE GURU AND START EXPANDING ON YOUR LIVING SPACE. Imagine a Zen garden for practicing yoga. Visualize yourself surrounded by potted tropical plants, the sound of rushing water from your fountain and a lush green grass floor. A hammock swing hangs in the corner where you sip green tea and read your favorite book. There’s a soft yoga mat that you roll out for your morning practice while watching the sun peek up over the trees or that you lay down at night to wind down with the evening air. You create a room that speaks to your soul where you can chant and breathe and just be. If you had an outdoor room, a blank slate to connect you with the world outside, what would it be? You could turn a patio set into

an afternoon classroom table where you can teach kids about the importance of food and healthy living. Teach them where food comes from, plant organic seeds; share your knowledge and the importance of connecting with the food we eat. Allow them to ask questions, read books and create recipes of their own with veggies and fruit from the garden. How about an outdoor nursery under a pergola? It’s a space that allows you to monitor your little one while you work away in the garden. It’s surrounded by mosquito netting and shaded from the Summer sun. It’s a place where naps come easy and playtime is an adventure.

Everyone needs a little more outdoor time and you would enjoy yourself a lot more if your outdoor space included elements that made you feel comfortable and at ease. Maybe you have outdoor spa days with the girls. Paint nails and toes in comfortable umbrella covered chairs while sipping wine and wearing face masks. Jump in your pool that you’ve surrounded with potted plants and concrete statues to create a tropical island feeling. Why not bring your television outside and watch the game with friends? Bring entertaining outdoors and enjoy the weather. Think about the many possibilities and maybe this year, you will create your own outdoor dream space. When you’ve spent many winter weeks indoors, your body and

mind can’t wait to shed some layers and feel the new season warmth. If you don’t have the room, you don’t need to build a structure to create a back yard paradise. All you need is some imagination. Maybe a new outdoor rug or a few planters filled with bright colored flowers. Create a space with some bamboo fencing and add some wrought iron wall art. Put in a pond and relax by the water. Adding a pallet of colours and different elements can be warm and inviting. A mirror against an empty, oversized wall will instantly open up any area. Bring out that inner creative guru and start expanding on your living space. It’s simple to bring a touch of peace to your outdoor home and if you need a little bit of inspiration, visit us at TERRA. We love to inspire!

designer collection Let your garden be the talk of the town this season! Be sure to check out our designer collection of specialty plants. These new releases are a unique twist on some of our traditional garden favourites.

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Patio Collection There is always room to add fantastic plants to your space, no matter where you live. While thinking outside the box (or traditional garden bed) we realize that many varieties of nursery and perennials are well suited to containers. These hardy compact varieties are great for smaller spaces, such as a balcony, patio, or porch. When paired with your favourite container these gorgeous plants will provide a unique look to your one of a kind space.

Raymond Evison Clematis - Josephine

Hydrangea Red Diamond

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POLLINATOR FRIENDLY SPACES CREATE A BETTER ENVIRONMENT!

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ollinators are an important part of our environment. Bees, butterflies, and birds work hard in the garden to make most of the food we eat possible. By adding flowers and plants that will attract and feed our flying pollinators, we can help increase their survival. Without pollinators, there wouldn’t be any fruit or vegetables as they are vital to pollinate the blossoms for successful fruiting of apples, strawberries, tomatoes and everything else that grows. As we are all becoming more conscious of pollintion health, let’s be part of the solution and provide habitat, food sources, and environments for them to thrive. Help create an environmental ecosystem in your own backyard with these easy additions to the garden:

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Echinacea (Coneflower) Add bold blooms to your beds with these striking and durable perennials. Available in intense shades of purple, pink, orange, and yellow, as well as being a great pollinator plant the seeds are a good source of food for birds. Coneflower enjoys full sun.

Achillea (Yarrow) This is a long blooming upright perennial with clusters of tiny blooms on sturdy stems. Yarrow is a very hardy plant that growns in full sun. Monarda (Bee balm) These brightly coloured and fragrant flowers will make you wish you had planted more. Bee Balm grows in full sun to part sun and the size varies from 12” to 24”. Asclepias (Milkweed) This plant is gaining popularity because it’s the only plant that is a source of food for the Monarch butterfly caterpillar and host plant for its chrysalis. Milkweed grows in full sun. Lonicera (Honeysuckle) This vigorous growing vine will attract pollinators from far and wide. It’s interesting trumpet shaped blooms on small oval leaves create a unique look in the garden. Honeysuckle grows in sun or shade. Bee Hotel with Organic flower bulbs This is a fun new product available at TERRA. Provide a home for the bees and plant some bulbs for them to collect their nectar. The bulbs are included in this kit.

home spa Mr. & Mrs Fragrance from Italy - Ginger Reed Diffuser and fragrances to suit your style (right) K. Hall body care products include triple milled soap, bath salts, body lotions, all infused with essential oils for a lasting luxurious pampering treatment everyday (below)

Make your life a little greener, a little more stylish & a whole lot more fun! Watch us Saturday mornings at 11 am on CHCH. www.terragreenhouses.com

Phlox Paparazzi Phlox Paparazzi collection is based on the stars in the spotlight as this plant should be. Low growing cushions of greenery with masses of star like blooms in early spring. Miley presents fragrant violet blooms, is drought tolerant and thrives in sun to part shade.

Geum Totally Tangerine This plant forms a low mound of fuzzy green leaves, with long stems that hold gorgeous bright orange blooms. It’s attractive to butterflies and is easy to grow in sun to part shade.

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The start of the season is a great time to get out in the garden and explore. Think about your favourite plants. What thrived? Was there anything you just didn’t like? Updates in the garden are easy, but with so many fantastic varieties it’s making a choice that’s tricky. Here are our top perennial picks for what’s new in the garden.

Heuchera Forever Purple These glossy purple leaves have textured edges and great growing power. Short spikes of purple-pink flowers appear in summer. It’s a must have for any shade garden!

Gaillardia Sunset Mexican Fresh gray green leaves surround these bold sunset inspired petals. This variety will make a great addition to your drought tolerant garden. Plant this beauty in full sun and watch it thrive.

Dianthus Edge Hog Dianthus has gorgeous low growing mounds of grassy foliage which creates a wonderful texture in the garden. With uniquely variegated leaves in bluegreen and white that are accented by semi-double hot pink flowers this plant will look great in your full sun garden.

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y far one of the most popular and easiest to grow plants in the garden and in containers is the Hosta. This elegant plant will provide colourful foliage and texture all summer long. These perennials come in all sizes and shapes ranging from teacups to mammoths. Hosta Victory Hosta of the year 2015 - as its name depicts, this selection will be victorious in your shady garden with yellow edged shiny green leaves. (grows 30” high and 36-40” wide) Hosta Andrew Add flare and texture with this ruffled colourful plant. It’s a unique mounding variety with lavender flowers. (grows 20” high and 30” wide)

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Hosta Popcorn Add a small bowl of buttery goodness to your garden with this miniature hosta. It features bright yellow centres on cup shaped leaves. (grows 12” tall and 24” wide) Hosta Rootin Tootin Have big time fun with this little addition. It spots medium sized dark green leaves with a bright stipe down the middle. (grows 16” high and 24” wide) Hosta Dream Queen As the name suggests, the Dream Queen Hosta is sturdy with rounded leaves that are streaked with ivroy centres. White flowers appear in mid-July. (grows 16” high and 24” wide)

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hether you’re a garden newbie, a time crunched parent, or an environmentally conscious water saver, these varieties are for you. These plant picks will survive extreme temperatures, drought, forgetful neglect, and keep on thriving. Sedum Fire Cracker This 6” tall full sun groundcover is a stunning colour addition to any garden, and it flowers too! During mid to late summer, bright pink blooms appear above these bright leaves. Try it in a container and watch it spill over the edges. Sunvivor Collection A collection of perennial succulents that thrive on neglect, heat, and no water. This collection includes hens and chicks, sedums, and other tough as dirt plants that can be used in containers, rock crevices, or gardens. Salvia Caradonna An upright sun loving perennial that gives long lasting blooms of dark blue/purple on dark red/black stems. The fragrant flowers and foliage are attractive to butterflies. This tall sturdy plant is great for containers

or garden beds. It’s also deer and rabbit resistant. Portulaca Cupcake These hardy annuals are a piece of cake! They thrive in the heat of the summer with little water. Brightly coloured blooms cover the low growing foliage all summer long. Portulaca loves a full sun location, needs little care, but will attract attention with wonderful show stopping blooms. Cordyline Red Star This annual grass has striking sturdy sword shaped leaves in a deep burgundy colour. Try this annual if you are looking for height in a planter or in the garden, as this grass grows 4’ tall. It enjoys full sun or part sun, and can also be grown indoors. Broadleaf Evergreens such as Boxwood and Euonymus can withstand adverse conditions year round! Even in the winter, you can have great looking GREEN plants in your yard or planter.

Koi (shown below) - Find a unique selection of ornamental fish for your pond at our Milton, Waterdown, and Hamilton locations.

splashing around Provide an inspiring backdrop for entertaining and change the ambiance of your yard, porch, or patio with the addition of a water feature. Whether you choose a fountain, waterfall or pond TERRA has the selection and knowledgable staff to help you make the right decision.

Shade Sails create an instant shady space! This product easily fastens to your house, fence, or posts. This great solution comes in two shapes (triangle or square), and two sizes. Hardware for different installations is available.

Fountains (shown right) Add water to your garden, patio, or balcony. A wide selection of choices are available to suit all spaces and styles.

Aquascape Pond & Waterfall Kits (shown above) - A low maintenance pond kits that works with Mother Nature to provide food, shelter, and safety to the wildlife around it, and a tranquil backyard environment.

Powder coated decorative panels, that can be inserted easily into wood or steel frame fencing. These pannelsan also be used as decorative wall art to dress up brick walls , and fencing.

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TERRA’s 2015 Patio Collection Complete your little piece of paradise with outdoor furniture. Whether its a place to relax, dine, or entertain, we have a quality stylish solution to fit your space. We travel the globe to bring you the hottest styles, unique varieties, and most advanced materials available in outdoor furniture. Whether you prefer a bistro, conversation, or dining set we are sure you will find the ideal set that will have you sitting pretty for years to come. Oak 4 piece conversation set

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Bungalow chaise lounge

Cottswold conversation set

A great way to keep your outdoor furniture clean!

Tutto chaise lounge

Scotts® Plus OxiClean™ Outdoor Cleaner lifts dirt, wipes out stains from mold, mildew and algae on a variety of outdoor surfaces such as concrete, wood, aluminum, fabrics and more. Powerful enough to clean patios, outdoor furniture and home siding without damaging gardens or fabrics. Biodegradable and phosphate free.

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Pine conversation set

Martini Side Table

Melbourne conversation set

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Alexia chaise lounge

Bungalow conversation set

Carla Sectional

Martini Bistro Set

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Wintersweet Bistro

Madoera dining set

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TERRA offers a wide selection of umbrellas. Choose from 9’ market umbrellas to 13’ cantilevers, all in a variety of colourful fabrics to coordinate with your outdoor space.

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There is no better way to enjoy time with loved ones than to be together outdoors on a nice sunny afternoon, enjoying great food that you’ve grown while sharing stories and making memories. If you’re in the mood to cook for your guests but have been running out of ideas, then let’s kick-start your summer recipe book and give you something to look forward to. There are so many things that you can create when you start growing edibles. Have fun with drinks, appetizers and entrées with ingredients from your herb and vegetable gardens. Recreate a classic cocktail by grabbing a handful of freshly grown mint and muddle it with organic cane sugar and a squeeze of fresh orange or grapefruit juice. Make this the base for a new spin on the classic mojito and then add 1 oz. of your favorite liquor and finish with soda water.

It’s always great to wipe off your patio furniture, break out the BBQ’s, wood ovens and outdoor dining ware and start using up that produce you’ve been growing. WRITTEN BY TAHNEE HIPEL - ASSISTANT STORE MANAGER - TERRA MILTON

If you’re into the art of entertaining then you know how amazing it feels to serve something that you’ve grown from scratch. While you’re whipping up appetizers for your guests, think about adding fresh cut chives to a cream cheese mix and filling fresh jalapeño or other hot peppers; drizzle with oil and

Fornetto Wood-fired Outdoor Smoker Oven (shown above) - Take backyard dining to the next level with these dual purpose woodfired ovens and smokers. Roast and smoke meats, poultry, fish, and vegetables. Also bake authentic pizza, breads, and desserts.

MAKE OUTDOOR DINING FUN AND WOW YOUR GUESTS! serve to daring guests with a toothpick! If you want to serve up your crops, think outside the box and fuse flavors together during every course. Your barbecuing feasts could include a spread of fresh tomatoes and roasted veggies from the garden, layer with chunks of wood oven smoked steak, chicken or salmon and serve on a skewer. Make an eye and pallet pleasing caprese salad by slicing up some ‘Cherokee Purple’ grafted tomatoes and layering with buffalo mozzarella and fresh basil. It’s so refreshing and your guests will love the colours on their plates. Serve stimulating smoothies by picking through your smoothie garden and grabbing fresh parsley, spinach, carrots, celery, beets, cucumber and then add a kick with some spicy ginger. Start mixing and matching flavors to find your favourite tastes.

Entertain with flair and create a buzz that will have your friends and family begging to be invited back for more. Eating fresh doesn’t only feel good, it tastes good and everyone in your family can be a part of the process. Get the kids involved or brainstorm with your partner and play around with flavours. Consider starting a micro greens garden and top everything from salads to sandwiches with mild broccoli or peppery arugula sprouts. The possibilities are endless when you grow your own edible garden. What other combinations can you think of? Do you have your own signature recipes inspired by your garden? When the warm weather hits, be prepared to shine with tasty homegrown recipes you can be proud of! Bon Appétit!

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Smoke in a Cup - flavour for outdoor grilling Gourmet Smoking Chips - flavour for outdoor grilling 100% organic gourmet pizza flour Gusto Wood-fired Outdoor Smoker Oven Flip-Tip Digital Thermometer Folding aluminum pizza peel Heat-resistant pizza mitt 14.5” glazed pizza stone with handles

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Make outdoor dining fun this year and use what you’ve got to WOW your guests.

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