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Gardening In March

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Welcome to our "New Look" Newsletter. Send us a comment if it works for you, these take a long time and I'd like to know if I'm getting it right (or not). Every time you Spend over $30.00 you will receive a Chance to WIN $5000 (there are 4 draws this year) This month we are in Seasonal Change. The heat of Summer is (finally) cooling down and the coolness of Autumn is about to brush our skin. So what should you be doing in the garden .....

In This Issue:

Rip out the Summer Veges .....

Ready to Go - Cow & Compost Mix

Black & White Art Exhibition

Garden Consultations - Our Speciality

Because your here . . .

Selected Pots - 25% OFF

Contact Info

Rip out the Summer Veges .....

Turn the soil over and enrich it with all the organic goodies - Poultry Manure, Blood and Bone, Cow Manure, Compost, - oh what a cocktail !

A few tips - Avoid Blood and Bone if your dog likes to eat it, its really bad for their breath. It can also attract rats and mice and if they are about they will eat your vegies too.

Second if you make the soil incredibly rich you should wait a couple of weeks to let it settle down because if it is too rich it will burn the roots of your seedlings.

Ready to Go - Cow & Compost Mix

If you don't have the time to pre-prepare your soil,

use our Cow & Compost mix.

Its 100% Organic and already

enriched with Cow Manure and the best part is -

you can plant your vegies straight into it.

The bags are 30ltr - 1x bag is $8.00 2 for $15 or

4r for $28.00 Save $4.00 but if you

Pick Up you pay only $25.00 for 4 bags !!!!

Black & White Art Exhibition

The difference with our Black and White Exhibition is that the artists were allowed to use about 20% of another colour.

The exhibition will be hanging until the end of Easter. You can make a day out by having lunch at the new Pepe's Cafe opposite us on the Pavillion (Coffee is Good) or the old faithful KB Thai.

Art can be put on Lay-by.

Well if you can't make it in visit our web site www.creativecourtyards.com.au and view the artworks in the Art Gallery.

If you are looking for a special piece of art there are more pieces to view in our Newsletter post editions - just click on the tab

Garden Consultations - Our Speciality

Just for you - get an extra 1/2 hour

On Site Garden Consultation for FREE and Save $30.00 !

I start with what you are trying to achieve and consider your lifestyle, family size, taste and personality to get an outline of a style that you like. Then come the environmental factors and choosing a selection of plants that work together in the right theme and environment. Add some special features and its amazing how a space can be transformed, given personality and make you want to be there.

We can install it for you or leave you with a simple plan to install yourself. You also get 20% off your plants for the job.

Just book before the end of March to take advantage of this offer.

Because your here . . .

Yes ! Because you have taken the time to read our

"New Look Newsletter" you can start early on our April Special.

15th April is World Health Day and we will be helping the pre-schools promote this.

If you mention this article you can get in on the Special Early which is -

Buy 4 vege punnets or herbs and get a 5th free !

Selected Pots - 25% OFF

We have a group of Pots the front of the Nursery

On Sale with 25% off the ticket price.

Different colours and styles to choose from - don't be late !

Open 7 Days

36 George Street Woy Woy

Ph / FX 02 4341 6156

www.creativecourtyards.com.au

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FW: All You Need Is Art

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From: janice rutherford [mailto:creativecourtyards@virginbroadband.com.au]
Sent: Wednesday, 11 November 2009 7:41 PM
To: 'janice rutherford'
Subject: All You Need Is Art

STARTING THIS SAT 14^TH Nov

“ All You Need is Art “

Exhibition by -

Christine Rushmer & Lidia Fernandes

Their popular work is on again and you can Meet Lidia & Christine on Sat 14^th 2-4pm

You can see their works in the gallery between 14^th & 29^th Nov 9-5pm

November Nursery Special – POTS 25% off your second Pot !!! (this could be a permanent discount offer)

Have your Garden Designed from $75.00 and purchase your plants at 20% off retail to fill your design! (Minimum plant order $300.00)

We personally select the plants for you making sure they are of good health and shape.

Free local delivery for purchases over $30.00 C.O.D. or over the phone Visa payments are acceptable.

GARDEN TIP

Climbers - they always grow towards the sun so if you are planting its not always the case to plant it exactly where you want the cover if the sun is further down the fence. Sometimes you have to plant them a little way down the east of the fence so they will follow the direction of the sun. Most climbers grow quickly to the top of the fence and then bush and trail their way down eg Orange Trumber Vine, Potato vine, Wonga Wonga vine or Pandorea. The best climber for cover is the Star Jasmine. Is stays thick to the bottom and can be treated like a hedge for pruning. Their perfumed flowers are out now they can tolerate full sun or shady spots and are pretty hardy too.

Top up your Mulch now the hot weather is coming but before you do throw down some fertiliser to keep the plants healthy until Autumn.

See you soon

Janice & Neil

36 George Street Woy Woy 4341 6156

www.creativecourtyards.com.au

FW: Art Opening & Sale

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From: janice rutherford [mailto:creativecourtyards@virginbroadband.com.au]
Sent: Thursday, 3 September 2009 11:59 AM
To: 'janice rutherford'
Subject: Art Opening & Sale

Hello

Our Spring Art Exhibition is up and looking fabulous with 5 new artists to the gallery.

Come along and meet the artists on Saturday 6^th 2-4pm

(Fathers Day this Sunday)

Our BIRTHDAY SALE is going well – ends this Sunday

20% off Plants – Pots – Statues – Gitfs – Water Features

Join in the Celebration and save

See you soon

Janice & Neil

36 George St Woy Woy 4341 6156

FW: Birthday Sale & ART Ex

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From: janice rutherford [mailto:creativecourtyards@virginbroadband.com.au]
Sent: Thursday, 27 August 2009 8:38 AM
To: 'janice rutherford'
Subject: Birthday Sale & ART Ex

COLOURFUL BEGINNINGS

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Christine Rushmer and Lidia V Fernandes first ever exhibition “Colourful Beginnings” is bright and certainly colourful. Their work is very well priced.

Scroll down to view some of their work.

Colourful Beginnings Art Exhibition

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AFFORDABLE ART

FW: Colourful Beginnnins Exhibition

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From: janice rutherford [mailto:creativecourtyards@virginbroadband.com.au]
Sent: Thursday, 13 August 2009 9:30 AM
To: 'janice rutherford'
Subject: Colourful Beginnnins Exhibition

This Saturday 15^th, 2-4pm The opening of

“Colourful Beginnings”

Exhibition

by Christine Rushmer and Lidia V Fernandes starts

Not only is it the first time they are exhibiting in this gallery, it is their very First Exhibition – WOW ! and Congratulations !

The exhibition runs until 26^th August.

Their work is diverse and very appealing. The selection of works include Landscapes, Florals, Still Life, Abstracts, Water Scenes, and much more.

Bring a friend or two and meet Christine and Lidia on Saturday for a glass of wine and nibblies and celebrate this occasion

See you then

Janice & Neil

5 Artist Exhibition

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The Opening of the 5 Artist Exhibition was a great night with sales of Artwork and requests for Commissions clearly indicating the appeal of the artists work.

Justin Rossi a talented Glass Blower is inspired by the Ocean Life. He creates glass ornaments and jewellery of Dolphins, Crabs, Seahorses and other sea life. Amanda Anderson has studied in Florence Italy and her love of Flowers and eye for detail and light makes her floral paintings glow. Trish Wise has developed a colourful and free style. Adding texture to her work adds dimension and a broad appeal to many homemakers. Luis Monteiro a stone sculpture and artist is inspired by his multi cultural background. His work including hand carved Didgeridoos are reflective of this. Giuseppina Laina also studied in Florence and paints from her heart. Her work is reflective of the moment she is in with past and present influences.

This group of 5 Artists has brought you a unique Exhibition closing 19^th July. Take some time to enjoy these varied styles of Art.

See images attached.

July Exhibiton

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Click on the Attachment for the flyer of our next Exciting Art Exhibition.

5 Local Artist will display their works Opening Night 6pm Friday 3^rd July

Come and join us for an Evening of Celebration

Janice & Neil

36 George Street

Woy Woy

4341 6156

FW: May Newsletter

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From: janice rutherford [mailto:creativecourtyards@virginbroadband.com.au]
Sent: Friday, 8 May 2009 4:56 PM
To: 'janice rutherford'
Subject: May Newsletter

HAPPY MOTHERS DAY to all the lovely mothers out there !

Spider Chrysanthemums are an amazing variety, unusual flowers that will flower profusely when planted in the garden.

MAY SPECIALS – ALL MAY LONG

10% off Plants – Giftware – Statues – Waterfeatures

20% off Pots (more coming today and next week)

If we don’t have what you want in stock ask to see our catalogues

Feed your lawn now B4 it gets too cold so it will be strong and healthy to keep the winter weeds out.

Camellia Time is so pretty

We have some lovely varieties in stock now also some larger specimens for those that want instant effect

Plant them into a heavy soil and if you have too much sand – line the whole with a few layers of newspaper to keep the planting compost close to the roots while they establish themselves – the newspaper will rot away. Once Camellia’s are established they can be quite drought tolerant – remember to mulch the root area as they are shallow rooting. They generally transplant quite well too. Feed with Azalea & Camellia Food if in the garden or Garden Gold for pots.

ART Exhibition for Winter Starts 1^st June – 30^th

Afternoon Celebrations Saturday 6^th 1-4pm hopefully the announce our new website – I will keep you posted.

See Sherry McCourt & Marijke Greenway’s AWARD WINNING Paintings !

See You Soon

Janice & Neil

Creative Courtyards36 George St

Woy Woy

4341 6156

Fw: Newsletter - Specials

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----- Original Message -----

From: janice rutherford

To: 'janice rutherford'

Sent: Monday, March 30, 2009 5:06 PM

Subject: FW: Newsletter - Specials

From: janice rutherford [mailto:creativecourtyards@virginbroadband.com.au]
Sent: Monday, 30 March 2009 5:55 PM
To: 'janice rutherford'
Subject: Newsletter - Specials

Hello Everyone !

"FREE VEGIES" you may have noticed the signs along our fence.

The promotion is for you to "Grow Your Own Vegies and Save Money" (which we all seem interested in at the moment)

BUY 4 Punnets of Herbs or Vegies and Get the 5^th FREE ! (Vegies Patch Punnets)

There is a good variety to choose from including one punnet of 6 plants that contains only 2xCauliflower 2xCabbage and 2xBroccoli a great space saver. (One cauliflower purchased at the supermarket cost $4.50)

Do the Maths and you can save approx $22.50 over the six vegies and be Healthier cause its fresh from your garden ! 5 punnets for $18.00 that's only $3.60 each.

SAVE again on Cow & Compost Soil Conditioner if you pick up 4 for $25.00 that makes your 4^th bag cost only $1.00 ($8.00 per bag)

OASIS Seedlings are supporting this promotion and if you have a child in a local Pre-school LOOK OUT for our Flyer and you can go in the draw to win more Vegies & Herbs !

Everyone can enter the draw to WIN a mixed tray of vegies and a mixed tray of herbs when you make your purchase of 4 punnets

*** MEET THE VEGIE EXPERT ON Thursday 16^th from 11am to 2pm to get all the advice you need to get you started Don't be afraid of having a go we are here to Help ! ***

NEED A PORTRIAT ? Of a loved one or family ? What a great Mothers Day idea !

Sherry McCourt can work with you on creating a personal family painting. Sherry exhibits in our gallery often so you can see her style when you come in next.

TIBOUCHINA Jules and Jazzie - Lots in stock and On Special saving you $3.00 per plant. Tibouchina are a bold Purple flowering shrub for sun part shade. They are shallow rooting so make their soil rich and mulch well. Jules only grows to 40cm and just as wide and Jazzie gets up to just over 1 metre. They flower now in the autumn making a longer flowering season in your garden.

More Giftware has arrived and some furniture is arriving this week.

HELP NEEDED? We are offering not only our Garden Design Service but On Going Garden Maintenance and Holiday Garden Care. Ring and ask for details.

Thanks for your time in reading this newsletter.

See you soon

Janice & Neil

Creative Courtyards

36 George Street Woy Woy

4341 6156