Shut your eyes and Dream of Spring

Enjoy a deluxe collection of Holland's finest bulbs at exceptional savings. To provide an extended spring blooming period, Breck's staff of Dutch bulb experts has blended a coordinated selection of nine popular varieties. An ideal collection for beginners and master gardeners alike. A multitude of long-lasting colours will chase away the dull shades of winter and bring life to your garden.



118 cream-of-the-crop Dutch bulbs, all fully guaranteed. Each variety is labeled with planting and blooming information. Zones 3-8.

Make your Mark with a Plaque

Adirondack Address Sign Plaque/Marker



This address sign plaque will hold up to 17 1.25" characters and spaces. Place this near you deck or patio for a little reminder of leisure. Address plaque is made from cast aluminum so it will last for a lifetime in any weather condition. Shown in Black and Gold.

Daffodils House Plaque



This beautiful house plaque is a perfect gift for the flower lover in your life. One line holds up to fourteen 1.25" characters and spaces.

Established Sunshine Plaque



Hand cast aluminum marker. Holds up to twelve letters for name with date established below. There are nine different color finshes from which you can choose. Please note, if you are adding stakes to this sign you must purchase two to securely hold this sign in place.

Bed & Breakfast for the Birds

If my previous post about birdhouses caught your eye you may be interested to hear that Gardeners Supply Co have a special offer.

Bobby the Biker Garden Gnome

Love them or hate them, garden gnomes are here to stay. Big Bob the Biker Gnome is one of the funniest gnomes in town, he is always out for a good time. The back of his jacket says Angel Gnomes. Made from durable polyresin for indoor and outdoor use. This fun garden statue is great for home or garden decor.





If you prefer something rather more sedate, how about Rien Poortvliet's George & Myrtle on Bench Gnome. The only authentic Classic Gnomes from the Forest are true-to-life and based on the world famous Gnome books of Wil Huygen and Rien Poortvliet. Their love and passion for the world of nature will inspire enthusiasts far and wide. Give this gnome a shady, sheltered spot and he will protect you against trolls and snotgurgles. Made from bonded marble Resin made for Indoor/ Outdoor use.





Maybe you are one of those who can't stand the sight of garden gnomes so what about this Plastic Canadian Goose - great for the front lawn!

Never lose your Herbs again

This Lemon Balm Herb Marker is a great way to show off your herb garden! Not only does it look great, it is also extremely durable as it is made of solid brass. The brass stake firmly screws into the back of the sign at an angle to make the marker easy to read in the garden. This item is sold as a set of 2, one for each end of your line of herbs.




Also available for Garlic Chives



...Marjoram



...Savory



...and Dill



For more gardening gift ideas have a look at The Garden Supplies Advisor

Don't forget to give these the Boot

This Playful Cat Boot Brush is a great way to greet your friends and family at the door, while keeping your floors clean. Made of durable poly resin, this tabby cat will work for you for years to come. The heavy-duty brush fibers are designed to withstand weather, mud, and mild debris from shoes. No installation required--the weight of this products keeps it firmly anchored to the ground.




If you are looking for something just a little more elegant, how about this Deer Boot Brush. Made of durable cast iron, this adorable Deer will work for you while providing years of enjoyment.




For dog lovers here's a dual purpose pooch. First scrape the mud off your boots then use him as a door stop.

Books about Birds and Butterflies

Backyard Bird Watching for Kids Book by George H. Harrison is a fascinating opportunity for children to learn how to attract birds to their own backyards. This book is filled with entertaining and fulfilling projects that allow children to interact with nature while learning about the needs and behaviors of wild birds.





Garden Birds of North America by George H. Harrison is a bird book for gardeners, and a garden book for birders. This new expanded edition is a vivid color portfolio of 60 of North America's most popular, interesting, and colorful garden birds. Loaded with natural history vignettes and illustrated information on how to design and manage gardens and backyards to attract them. This book makes a wonderful gift for the bird lover or gardener.






Garden Butterflies of North America Book by Rick Mikula is a vivid color portfolio of 40 of North America's most treasured and colorful garden butterfly varieties. Its loaded with information including how to design and manage gardens and backyards to attract butterflies. Includes plans for gardens from a container to a full-sized formal garden sure to attract many beautiful butterflies.





North America's Favorite Butterflies Book by Patti and Milt Putnam features outstanding color photographs with nuggets of important information on each butterfly, the Putnam's have assembled an easy-to-use, easy-to-carry field guide to North American's 50 most popular butterflies.





For more gardening gift ideas have a look at The Garden Supplies Advisor

Dialling with your fine weather friend

"I am a sundial, and I make a botch
Of what is done far better by a watch"

So wrote Hilaire Belloc, but is this really fair? The question is often asked "Can a sundial really tell the correct time?" to which you will receive the Alice in Wonderland reply that it depends upon what you mean by "the correct time". Let's not worry about the technicalities but allow the sundial to give its own reply:

"The clock the time may wrongly tell,
I never if the sun shines well"

Whatever your view there is no doubt that a sundial makes a fine garden ornament.





Gardeners Reflection Sundial

(10in. dia) solid brass w/ verdigris highlights: Features a quote from Mahatma Gandhi,To forget how to dig the earth and to tend the soil is to forget ourselves. Works with all sundial pedestals.

Bring Art and Structure to Your Garden

Arbors are a great way to create a welcoming entry to the home or garden. Enjoy a pleasant garden view on either a two or three person bench or slat-backed seat beneath an arbor that is shaded by a canopy of climbing vines, roses or wisteria. Constructed of durable cedar.

Garden Planters add a touch of class

If you don't have a large backyard garden planters will help you to make the most of the space available. A patio, deck, balcony, or doorstep can provide enough space for a productive, attractive display. If you live in an apartment with limited outdoor space, you might consider doing a little indoor gardening. By using sunny window sills, you can grow several plants using herb planters.





This planter recreates the fine detailing of hand crafted artisan pottery in an ultra resistant lightweight resin that makes them extremely resistant to breakage. Will not crack in the winter or fade in the summer.

Exclusive Residences for our Feathered Friends

Who would think that there could be so many varieties of a simple wooden box? How dare you be so rude as to describe such elegant and delicate dwellings in such a derogatory manner? Come look at the Carriage House, the Back Porch Wren House, the Cathedral or the Square House. See the Pagoda Martin House or even the Ultimate Martin House. On a smaller scale are the Mini House and Feeder and the Half Wall Bird House. Take a look at the Bungalow and the Copper Mansion, and that's just the beginning. For more intriguing residences come to ABirdsWorld.com or just click on the banner.

Give me some ideas

The choice of a gardening gift can sometimes prove difficult so here are a few suggestions in the hope that these may solve your problem. Think about Garden Decor and you will find all sorts of products that would make an ideal gardening gift such as plant containers, windchimes or even a specialty gnome! Garden art by a local artist could also be a good choice. On a more practical note garden tools are a safe bet. For a gardenener who watches the weather (and who doesn't) there are thermometers and barometers.

If you prefer a living gift, then how about a shrub or even a tree to mark a special event? House plants make good gifts as do annuals and perennials. Perhaps a rose bush would be an idea. Minature Bonsai trees are another possibility.