Peace and Comfort

e-Newsletter December 5, 2017

Peace and Comfort

The weather has been delightful! Perfect for outdoor decorating. Now, we can move inside to start making our homes festive!

I enjoy walking through Countryside, checking in with customers, seeing them get such joy from being here, around the flowers, plants and decorations.

Recently I ran into Lisa Orris. A long time customer, she had stopped me to let me know how good it makes her feel to be here. We see her often on her days off, "I come in to get recharged. The flowers, plants and beautiful displays remind me that life goes on and beauty is everywhere." Lisa lost her 26 year-old son in a tragic motorcycle accident in August of 2015. "When I'm feeling down I come here and wander around to lift my spirits. It is very therapeutic ."

Realizing how deeply we touch others with our passion and love of flowers and plants is quite moving. I get caught up in the business of doing business, at times forgetting what got us here in the first

place - natures beauty.

I am grateful for the caring and compassionate staff we have at Countryside. They are attentive to clients needs and more importantly their feelings. It pleases me that Lisa is able to find a little peace when she visits Countryside. As a local pastor of Hope Church here in Crystal Lake, Lisa share's her peace and hope with others who struggle at this time of year with her "Blue Christmas" service which will be held Sunday, December 17th at 5 p.m.

JR, Lori and I hope this season shines brightly, brings peace and comfort to all of our family, friends, staff and clients.


	Richard Harms Owner

Christmas is fast approaching. Now is the time to place your order for a fresh floral centerpiece!

Let out of town family and friends know you are thinking of them with a surprise delivery of fresh flowers!

Call our floral designers today for a beautiful arrangement they are sure to love! Call 815-459-8130 or click here to shop online.

Enjoy the plant of Christmas!

Poinsettias!

Countryside has grown over 3,000 in a beautiful array of colors. Classic red, white and pink are always a hit. Maybe decorate with a new color this year:

Cinnamon Star

Speckled

Ice Crystal

Blue

Now thru December 18th

Save $5 off our 6" and 7" potted Poinsettias!

Ornaments galore! Attending an Ornament exchange or looking for just the right gift for someone on your list? Then stop in and take a look at all the beautiful ornaments representing so many themes... sports, pets, birds,

baby's first Christmas, and so many more!

Start your decorating and gift giving with a trip to Countryside for unique ornaments that will be cherished for years to come!

Ornaments are 20% Off when you Buy 3 or more!

Countryside Buyer Pattie Braglia's favorite ornament comes with a great book, "Oliver". Wonderful lessons of being kind and not bullying are shared in this timeless Christmas story, perfect for the whole family!

Collect the Oliver ornaments and an ornament keepsake memory book so you can pass on the stories of your ornament collection someday!

Looking for a fresh-cut tree or a new pre-lit, artificial tree for your home?

Countryside's fresh cut trees are standing tall for you to view them from all sides. They come complete with a fresh cut, sleeved with netting for ease of transportation and will be securely fastened to your vehicle.

Please don't be like these folks!

If it is too large for your vehicle, we do offer delivery and set up!

Perhaps a pre-lit tree is what you are looking for... we can help you out there as well.

Shop from our selection of mini to

12 feet tall, clear or multi colored lights, slim or wide, frosted or natural!

Countryside pre-lit trees come with our Exclusive 5-Season Light Warranty!

Stop in today and shop from our beautiful selection of Christmas trees.

All pre-lit artificial trees, artificial garland and artificial wreaths are 30% Off Now thru December 24th

Plants with Winter Interests

The landscape department will be making some suggestions of plants to keep in mind for next year's installation in the last two e-news letters of 2017.

Here are some ideas of plants to get us through those months that can be dreary.

Winterberry:

Is a holly that can be used in moister areas in partial to full sun. You need to mix male and female varieties for pollination. The berries can be used as Holiday decoration and the birds will enjoy them as well. Watch with pets. They can be toxic.

Oak Leaf Hydrangeas:

The peeling bark adds an interesting dimension to the landscape. The leaves give it it's name as they are shaped like oak leaves. Flowering happens a little earlier than many hydrangeas.

Ornamental Grasses:

In the winter, ornamental grasses contrast nicely against evergreens, woody shrubs and trees. They provide shelter for critters as well.

Click here for our December calendar!

5301 E. Terra Cotta Ave (Rte 176), Crystal Lake

815-459-8130

www.countrysideflowershop.com

Open Monday - Friday 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.