Thompson & Morgan Arrives at Telly's!

Posted by Eric

That's Right! Thompson & Morgan seeds just came in this past week, making for more than 500 varieties available in the greenhouse now, with even more to come! World renowned for it's prized selections ranging from reliable performers to the unique & exotic, we believe our T&M collection to be the best of the best. Presenting nearly 200 varieties in this line alone, we are proud to be offering "The Kew Collection" from Kew Gardens, and a special section of fun to grow things just for the kids! ( A few of us "older" folks have already put ouselves back in this catagory;)

We are also currently stocking over 100 varieties of Certified Organic seeds!!!

We've just finished transplanting the first pansies of the season, so they will be available for all you early-birds in April. Returning will be the exciting "Frizzle Sizzle" series that was so wildly popular last year, with good reason. (A little later on we will also be introducing the new "Green Envy" pansy with it's unique green cast!) . . .

There's no stopping spring now!

Well, the ground-hog is back in his hole, and spring is definetely on it's way! We are starting to see new arrivals in the greenhouse on a regular basis, and things are really beginning to take shape! The new "Wood Root Blue" pottery just arrived from Campania, along with some charming accents for the garden like "Gnome Homes".

We are also working on some pretty exciting changes for the website which will include a new look & lots more informative nooks & crannies for you to explore!

It's good to see so many of you stopping by the blog, and we look forward to your comments. Keep checking back, as this will be the first place to see What's New!

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JUST ARRIVED . . .

The bonsai community is already buzzing about the fabulous new arrivals in the store. From small potted bonsai for your windowsill or desk, to some really incredible specimens that make an instant statement, and insite visions of fantasic voyages in miniature! We continue to bring in new material year-round, and offer a full range of supplies & advice, whether you're an admirer, hobbyist, or an experienced Master of this millenia old tradition. And don't forget - Next month, in conjunction with the Four Seasons Bonsai Club of Michigan, we will be hosting what is sure to be an incredible experience with Bonsai Master Julian Adams from Virginia. http://www.tellys.com/events/february.shtml

INTRODUCING . . .

Codiaeum (Croton)'Picasso's Paintbrush'

NEW FOR 2009! Exhilaratingly different, this stunning plant is already finding it's way into our homes, as an easy to grow houseplant with panache'! It has everything; color, texture, and structure, all rolled into one "everybody's talking about it" package. Although a fresh arrival, we're already certain it will be finding it's way into some of our spectacular Combination Pots - all season long! - And we're just getting started, kids!

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A BIG thanks to Janet for her great presentation Wednesday night! Her down-to-earth, no-bones-about-it personality, mixed with her staggering experience always make for an enjoyably enlightening experience! If you missed this one, fret not. She'll be back, and we look forward to seeing you then! http://www.tellys.com/events/index.shtml

Itoh Peonies

Itoh (or Intersectional) hybrid peonies have been somewhat of a "holy grail" for discerning gardeners for years. Though the first succesful cross of tree and herbaceous peonies was made in 1948 by Toichi Itoh it was years before these seedlings would bloom and many more decades before intersectionals were readily available to the public (at a cost of around $1,000).
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Why are Itohs so special? By blending the genes of "tree" and herbaceous peonies you get full bushy plants produced from eyes at soil level (like grandma's peonies). Inherited from the tree peony are attractive dissected foliage, huge flowers up to 10" in diameter, strong stems that easily support said flowers and a wide range of colors including yellow. A mature Itoh peony will bear 30 to 50 flowers over several weeks in late spring.
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For 2009 we have added more varieties and found a source of micropropagated plants, allowing us to offer a great selection at greater prices (price has dropped $20.00 per plant). We will also have some nice large flowering size plants available at fantastic prices.
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Our 2009 Itoh peony offerings include the following varieties:


First Arrival
Going Bananas
Kopper Kettle
Magical Mystery Tour
Morning Lilac
Sequestered Sunshine
Singing In The Rain
Smith Family Yellow
Yankee Doodle Dandy

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Julia Rose

The Adenium are in bloom!

Need a winter pick-me-up? Seeing things growing again is the perfect medicine! Stop by - we love to see winter visitors! I was suprised, yesterday, when I looked around and saw all the things in bloom in the greenhouse RIGHT NOW! From Cyclamen and Begonias to Orchids and Peace Lillies, vibrant color abounds to lift your spirits! And yes, the Adenium are in bloom!

We also have some mind-blowing winter specials out:

http://www.tellys.com/specials/index.shtml

Winter Flyer

Our winter flyer & class list is going out this week, so keep your eyes peeled! In the mean time, our class list is always available on the site: http://www.tellys.com/events/index.shtml