Andy's Creekside

Four Day Sale!

andy — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 18:48:26 +0000

Four Day Sale!

Save on Perennials, Camellias, & More!

Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Monday Andy’s is having a huge sale on select perennials, Camellias, and Japanese Maples! Beautiful shrubs and trees such as these make attractive and lasting additions to any landscape. And don’t forget the farm markets are now open and getting fresh vegetables in daily!

50% off select Perennials!

25% off all Camellias

25% off all Japanese Maples

Sale ends Monday, February 20! Hurry in before it’s too late!

Valentine’s Day Orchids! Only $9.99!

andy — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 16:18:36 +0000

Valentine’s day is quickly approaching! Instead of cut flowers or chocolates this year, give your loved ones a gift that will last for months or even years to come! Living blooms, in addition to being a more creative and memorable gift than traditional items, are also a great way for you ladies to see if your man is nurturing enough to sustain a houseplant!

If your Valentine is someone whose beauty and personality sets them apart from the crowd, then why not give a gift that reflects that? Orchids are both elegant and exotic, with astounding color patterns. With

Given proper care these plants can live for decades and in the case of some types- literally forever. What better symbol of immortal love than a gift that can take the journey with you? At all Andy’s locations we have orchids, including a conversation heart ceramic pot, starting at only $9.99.

And don’t forgot your strawberries this Valentines day! Both tasteful and tasty, our Florida fresh picked strawberries can make any night of romance a little more special. And if you are celebrating Single’s Awareness Day this February 14th, they also go great with a pint of Ben & Jerry’s.

Farm Markets Open!

andy — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 17:40:02 +0000

Both our Vestavia Farm Market on Rocky Ridge Road and our Hoover location on Highway 150 are now open for the 2012 season. A few of Alabama’s crops are available at this time and we will continue to bring you the most local foods available as the season progresses. For now, Florida is producing some delicious strawberries and citrus. Their tender, hand-picked strawberries are second only to those from Chilton County. Honey Tangerines can be peeled in seconds and truly live up to the sweetness implied by their name. Minneolas are an interesting cross-breed of an orange and grapefruit that is perfect for cooking and has a flavor all its own. Of course we are fully stocked with all the vegetables and fruits you could need, but we will also be carrying new products and items this season! Come by soon to see our crisp new look and enjoy the freshest produce available!

Did You Know?
We sell our bales of pine straw at $4.99 each, and we often receive inquiries as to why we charge this price when most of our competition only charges $3.99. The answer is found in the size and unit price of the pine straw bales. Bales sold at big box stores measure 13″x14″x26″ inches resulting in 4700 cubic inches. Our bales measure 14″x16″x30″ at 6700 cubic inches, meaning they are about 30% larger and about 10% cheaper than the competition. That means that for every ten bales you purchase you save $5 over the big box stores!

February Lawn Application

This month’s lawn application is gypsum, a granular mineral that can be applied in almost any situation. Gypsum is useful for aerating heavily compacted soils as well as lowering the overall acidity. It is also an excellent source of calcium and sulfur. Because it does not contain any fertilizer or other harsh chemicals, it is almost impossible to over-apply or burn your lawn with this product. Gypsum is often utilized in soggy areas or were large amounts of clay are present.

Bonus Bucks can be Redeemed Now!

andy — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 18:02:12 +0000

Come in anytime before February 11th, 2012 to redeem your earned bonus bucks for up to HALF OFF your entire purchase. These coupons can be used towards absolutely anything at our Vestavia nursery. This includes fountains, trees, decorations, fertilizers, and even bulk products! And if don’t plan on doing any more planting before Spring or can’t think of anything you may need, remember now is a great time to start fighting Summer weeds with pre-emergents!

It’s also time to put down this season’s pre-emergent. Weed fighting products are divided into two categories: Post-emergents and Pre-emergents. Post-emergents fight weeds by killing them on the spot and usually employ stronger chemicals. The mush easier, safer, and more aesthetic option is to control weeds with a pre-emergent which stops them from ever sprouting in the first place. This month’s lawn treatment stops dozens of varieties of weeds, including crabgrass, before they ever become a problem in the spring. Apply now to save time and effort later!