e-Newsletter             August 11, 2020

Mommy and Babies are Doing Great!
Nature never ceases to amaze. Countryside continues to celebrate 60 Years in business and nature has blessed us with the gift of our first, that we know of, hummingbird nest!
Pamela, Perennial Grower, noticed a hummingbird building a nest! To our delight she continued building, proceeded to lay a couple of eggs and now we are enjoying her hatch-lings! Two, cute-as-can-be hummingbird babies!

They seem to be doing great and we couldn't be more excited.
Click here to see a video of the babies nestled and content! Shot by Sammie, Pamela and Michael (staff group effort!).

Thank you to Tracy Mathesius, a local photographer whose hobby is capturing wildlife in action. We are grateful to her for sharing these fun pictures of our newest residents waiting for mom to come with more food!
 
Look at those little beaks opening upon her arrival!
Be sure to see more of her photography on her facebook page, Traces in Time Photography. This is not a business site, purely a place where she shares what she captures through her lens.

And just like that, they leave the nest! Thank you to Photographer and past Countryside employee from the early 90's, Justine Neslund, for sharing her shots of the fledgling!
Mom is still taking care of feeding them. Soon they will take flight... what a very special treat they have been!
Thank you Justine, for sharing your pictures with us as well. If you want to see more of Justine's photography visit her website at justpixinc.com or her Instagram page: outofthewildbyJustine.
Marcy L. Cronin
Speaking of New Arrivals...
Don't miss our shipment of Jack o'lanterns straight from Mexico!

And don't miss our new handcrafted potting bench from our birdhouse creator! Just as well constructed as his birdhouses, attention to detail on this potting bench is just as impressive!
Are you still celebrating major life events? We are!
Although baby showers and other social functions may not have as many guests because of COVID limits, flowers still make occasions festive and special. Countryside has been a part of many wonderful baby showers and have been fortunate to celebrate the birth of new babies with beautiful floral creations for the past 60 years. Whether you need favors for friends

and family attending, unique centerpieces or a floral gift for the new parents, we have you covered! Want to send a little something extra? We also have a very nice selection of Mylar balloons and plush animals. Start celebrating with us today!
Watch for butterflies when you visit our Perennial Department and find great plants to add pops of color to your gardens!
Lots of purple and blue bloomers!


A must have in any landscape, evergreens provide great privacy and a sound barrier, they can protect against harsh winter winds, provide a natural habitat for birds and add the right amount of color and texture for an interesting winter-scape.

There are many types of evergreens: some for foundation plantings while others spill over rock walls. The range of colors are impressive! From deep, dark green, to beautiful blues and glowing golds. Come shop our vast selection of evergreens today!
20% Off
All Evergreens Including Boxwood!
Sale ends August 18, 2020
 
Make sure you have safe passage to the front door when your new arrival comes home. 
 
Book your new walkway with our landscape department this fall for spring installation!

 
5301 E. Terra Cotta Ave, Crystal Lake
815-459-8130
Open Daily 9-6, Sunday 9-5

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