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TUNE-UP YOUR TROWELS AT ECHTER'S ECHXPO

Join us for an exciting line up designed to inspire and educate. Get all the information about plants, soil, and the products that will make you and your garden successful. Get a jump start on the season, and get ready for spring.

WHAT TO SEE & DO

• Dozens of garden products and plant exhibits

• Special in-store sales

• Door prizes

• Activities for the kids on Saturday and Sunday

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN

• Container gardening

• Attracting pollinators

• Herbs, orchids, and roses

• Vegetable gardening

• Lawn care

• Soil improvement

SPECIAL PRE-ECHXPO EVENT BRING ON THE BUZZ with DEBI BORDEN-MILLER

Debi Borden-Miller brings you a strategy for inviting a host of pollinating insects and hummingbirds to create a lively habitat in your garden. Learn about the plants that will bring on the buzz of activity that defines a garden in balance with nature.

Debi is well-known in the local gardening community as a representative of Welby Gardens for 28 years and is currently a board member of the Colorado Garden & Home Show. She has served on many committees of the Colorado Nursery and Greenhouse Association, taught classes at Denver Botanic Gardens, has appeared on Channel 9 News, and has been a guest on the KEZW Gard'N Wise radio show. Debi's roots are in her native Vermont, but she has gardened in Colorado for more than 30 years and brings a wealth of knowledge that she is eager to share with you.

Friday, March 6, 1:30 pm – 3 pm TICKETS FOR THIS TALK ARE $15Call 303-424-7979 to purchase your ticket, or purchase in-store. Registration is required. Space is limited.

BUY 2 GET 1 FREEGrowing fresh herbs brings a natural and organic flavor to your favorite food, and promotes health and wellness. Echter's has a wide variety to grow indoors or outside.

SALE ENDS MARCH 19Equal or lesser value herbs are free

ECHXPO HOURS

Enjoy free seminars, demonstrations, and a trade

show for everyone.

FRIDAY, MARCH 6 3 pm – 5:30 pm

SATURDAY, MARCH 7 10 am – 5:30 pm

SUNDAY, MARCH 8 12 pm –4 pm

FRESH herb SALE

dahliasMISS BRANDYWarm coppery tones emerge from wine-red buds.

CAPROZ JOSEPHINEA dramatic semi-cactus flowered dahlia with feathery, magenta-tipped petals.

MINGUS RANDYA refreshing semi-cactus form with cool white petals tipped in bright lavender.

THOMAS EDISONFirst introduced over 70 years ago and still a winner! Always a best seller.

GREAT AMERICAN LAKES MIXA favorite mix of yellow, pink, and orange.

gladiolus

ORACLEA brilliant tricolor variety that gets plenty of attention wherever it's planted.

MELODYCheerful yellow with a fringe of fire.

JENNYShort, sturdy, and very popular.

summer color

PICASSO CALLA LILYA unique bi-color of white with a violet center.

FLAME CALLA LILYGolden yellow with a red edge mature to a fiery orange-red.

BLACK CHARM ASIATIC LILYThis black, beautiful lily was a best seller last year.

CLEOPATRA CANNA LILYA flamboyant hybrid with lavish orange and yellow flowers and exotic foliage.

BLETILLAA cold-hardy perennial orchid native to Asia that grows well in partial to full shade.

homegrown

GOURMET RED SHALLOTA bestseller for cooks with discriminating taste.

EVERSWEET STRAWBERRYThis ever-bearing plant produces sweet, long, cone-shaped strawberries.

ADIRONDACK BLUE POTATOA favorite with moist, flavorful flesh for mashing, roasting or in salads.

GOODNESS

NEW SE ED VARIETIES

Shop our wide selection of varieties from Botanical Interests and Lake Valley Seed. Grow veggies, flavorful herbs, and colorful flowers.

Echter's features new and time-tested varieties of seeds and bulbs to plant this spring for amazing summer color and wholesome, homegrown goodness.

A seed is its own world, a garden is its own universe.

—Matshona Dhliwayo

OU TDOOR IN TERIORS TEAK & ROPE DINING SET

GET FREE DELIVERY IN THE DENVER METRO AREA.

WITH PURCHASE OF ANY FURNITURE GROUPING OF 3 OR MORE PIECES. OFFER ENDS MARCH 26.

OUTDOO R INT E RIORSThe Teak & Rope collection brings a taste of the coast to the heart of Colorado. Teak wood and aluminum frames are wrapped with a premium outdoor cord, and finished with Sunbrella cushions for a look that is truly nautical and comfortable.

CASUAL COMFORTA beautiful line of recycled poly lumber furniture, with natural wood grain finish is new to Echter's in 2020. The BRIDGEPORT GLIDING SETTEE features two single glider chairs that are joined in the middle by a chat table, so each person can use the table while having control of their own motion. It comes in a gorgeous dark brown finish reminiscent of Brazilian Walnut and is available for special orders in a wide range of colors. The MARINA DINING SET complements the settee bench. The basket weave design on the seat and back of the chairs is unique and stylish. Casual Comfort backs their furniture with a 20-year residential warranty.

HANAMINT AMARI COLLECTIONThe Amari line of cast aluminum furniture from Hanamint is the perfect fit for Colorado conditions. The SWIVEL DINING CHAIR features contemporary styling with

a retro feel and is comfortable even without a cushion. This collection features a simple arm that flares out and meets the upper leg in a unique design with a beautiful lattice-work back and seat. Perfect for a smaller patio or balcony with a smaller footprint. Dining and deep-seating options are available.

BREEZESTA ELEMENTZ FIRE PIT TABLENew in 2020. The ELEMENTZ FIRE PIT TABLE is constructed of recycled poly lumber. It features a large, 48" round table top, and easy propane tank access. The burner can be converted to natural gas and includes glass wind guard and protective cover. The chat-height table can be paired with almost any chair in the Breezesta line. Available in Redwood and Black/Weatherwood combination or special order other colors.

Alpha One FertilizerAlpineAnamese PotteryArkansas Valley SeedBall Flora PlantsBailey NurseryBlack Forest LandscapeBlack Gold Soils Free 8 qt. bag (while supplies last)Bloem PotteryBonideBotanical Interests Seeds Buy 2, Get 1 FreeBorder ConceptsBreezesta CampaniaCeramo PotteryDesign Toscano StatuaryEchter’s Plants for Success

EspomaFerti-lomeForged From the AshesFort Collins Wholesale NurseryFox Farm Ocean Forest 1.5 cu. ft. $17.95Green ThumbHanamintHardy Boy/Welby GardensHenri StudioHort Couture PlantsHi-Yield FertilizersJackson PotteryLake Valley Seed Buy 2, Get 1 FreeLittle Valley NurseryLotus PotteryMassarelli StatuaryMile Hi Fertilizer

Mulberry MiniaturesMykeNature’s Yield Soils Compost 1.5 cu. ft. $5.99Pacific Home & GardenPope SucculentsPrairie Storm NurseryPro-RichReviveScheurich PotteryJ. Frank Schmidt & Son NurserySmart PotsStar RosesStone Age CreationsTierra DercoTip Top BioControlTreasure Garden UmbrellasVan Bloem GardensWild Delight

ECHTER'S ECHXPO RETURNS WITH TRUSTED VENDORS AND ORGANIZATIONS TO HELP JUMP-START THE GARDENING SEASON. LEARN ABOUT NEW PRODUCTS, THE LATEST GARDENING

TIPS AND SERVICES TO MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR LANDSCAPE.

GET SPECIAL DEALS AND GREAT IDES FROM THESE GREAT VENDORS

OTHER THINGS TO EXPLORE AT ECHXPO

KIDS' ECHXPOSATURDAY & SUNDAY

Garden-related, educational, and fun activities for the young-gardener-in-training. Our pros will help your kids

start a plant from seed and plant a pansy to take home and watch grow. Plus, we'll introduce our new KIDS CLUB that will be coming to Echter's in April!

NEW TO ECHXPO:HOPS & BREWS!

SATURDAY & SUNDAY

Local Colorado breweries join with Echter's to bring

their knowledge of growing hops and brewing to our customers who enjoy, or are looking into home brewing. Oskar Blues, Brewery Rikoli, and other local brewers will provide tastings during Echxpo.

Butterfly PavilionColorado Cactus & Succulent SocietyColorado Dahlia SocietyColorado Federation of Garden ClubsColorado Native Plant SocietyColorado State Beekeepers AssociationColorado Water Garden SocietyCSU Extension, Jefferson CountyDenver Audubon

Denver Botanic GardensDenver Orchid SocietyDenver Permaculture GuildDenver Rose SocietyFounders & Friends of Two Ponds NWRFront Range Organic GardenersPlant SelectThe Herb Society of AmericaThe North American Rock Garden Society

W O R K S H O P S & C L A S S E SE C H T E R ' S

Echxpo workshops and classes are free, and do not require registration except for the pre-Echxpo event on Friday.

E C H X P O

FRIDAY, MARCH 6BR IN G ON T HE BUZZ1:30 pm – 3 pm | Debi Borden-Miller, Welby Gardens (See page 1 for details.)

COLOR T HE GAR DEN WITH SUMMER BULBS3:30 pm – 4 pm | Todd McNulty, Van Bloem Gardens

BACKYAR D BI R D HABITAT: CREATING A YEAR RO U N D BI R D S ANCTUARY4:30 pm – 5 pm | Kate Hogan, Denver Audubon

SATURDAY, MAR C H 7CRE ATE S PECTACULAR CONTAINER GARDENS9 a m – 10 am | Susan Stauber, Ball Horticulture

GO O D FOR YOUR GARDEN & GOOD FOR YOU: ORGAN IC S OI LS & FERTILIZERS10:30 am – 1 1 am | Brandon McCarty, Fox Farm

J APAN E S E BEET L E MANAGEMENT FOR THE HOM E GAR DENER11 a m – 1 2 pm | Betty Cahill-Garden Writer

4 STEPS TO A PER FECT LAWN11:30 am – 1 2 pm | Michael Chimeno, Ferti-lome

DAHLIA: TECHNIQUES FOR PLANTING & GROWING12:30 pm – 1 pm | John Quade, CO Dahlia Society

SUCCULENT CONTAINERS: THE HOTTEST TREND1 pm – 2 pm | Scott Preusser, Denver Botanic Gardens

SP RIN G POND MAI NTENANCE1:30 p m – 2 pm | Vicki Aber, CO Water Garden Society

THE O RGANI C ALT ERNATIVE FOR LAWNS2:30 pm – 3 pm | Gary Bragdon, Alpha One Fertilizers

SATURDAY, MARCH 7GETTING THE MOST OUT OF YOUR HER BS3:30 pm – 4 pm | Mark Angelos, Herb Society of America

PLANT SELECT: OVER 20 YEARS OF GREAT PLANTS4 pm – 5 pm | Ross Shrigley, Plant Select

REPOTTING & CARING FOR CACTUS & SUCCULENTS4:30 pm –5 pm | CO Cactus & Succulent Society

ORCHIDS: EXOTIC & EASY5:30 pm –6 pm | Shirlee McDaniels, Denver Orchid Society

SU N DAY, MARCH 8STARTING PLANTS WITH SEED11 am – 12 pm | David Burnside, Botanical Interest Seed

ORGANIC CONTROLS FOR JAPANESE BEETLE12:30 pm – 1 pm | Troy Main, Main & Associates

BENEFICIAL INSECTS & ORGANISM S FO R THE HOME GARDENER1 pm – 2 pm | Justin Duddy, Tip Top Bio Control

STARTING A NEW LAWN FROM SEED2 pm – 2:30 pm | Norm Touhy, Arkansas Valley Seed

MYCORRHIZAE: MUST HAVE MAGIC FO R HEALTHY PLANTS3 pm – 3:30 pm | John Frey, Premier Horticulture

ROSE PRUNING4 pm – 4:30 pm | Dave Ingram, Denver Rose Society

& Alex Cox, Star Roses

GET SOCIAL WITH GARDEN ENTHUSIASTS FROM THESE ORGANIZATIONS

T I P S F O RsuccessOUR PLANT DOCTORS ARE AVAILABLE

DURING STORE HOURS, 7 DAYS A WEEK. FOR ACCURATE DIAGNOSIS, IT HELPS TO BRING IN A SAMPLE.

FLOWER GARDENSStart your annual bulbs inside to get a head start on the season. Begonias, dahlias, cannas, and gladiolas can all be happy in a bright spot in the home as they begin growing. Starting them early inside will ensure earlier flowering once they make it outside.

PERENNIALSLift and divide crowded perennials late this month if new growth is evident. When dividing, make sure to dig up as much of the existing root system as possible. Use a sharp, sterile tool for cutting, and replant divisions using soil amendments like Nature's Yield Compost in the new locations.

Cut back old flower stocks and foliage to allow for new growth. This is especially important for ornamental grasses.

VEGGIE GARDENSPlant spinach, peas, Swiss chard, radishes, turnips, parsnips, carrots, kale, lettuce, leeks, rutabaga, onion seeds and sets, bare root strawberries, asparagus, and potatoes directly into the garden if soil temperature is at least 40 degrees.

LAWNSIf you had disease problems in the lawn last year, apply, Ferti-lome F-stop when grass greens up as a preventative measure.

Overseeding a thin lawn can also begin as temperatures warm up this month. Rake areas to be seeded to expose the soil. Use good quality grass seed, and keep seeded areas moist until germination occurs.

TREES & SHRUBSPrune out raspberry canes that produced fruit last year (they will have papery-gray bark and traces of where the fruit was attached). Leave canes that didn't fruit for this year's crop.

Make sure to look out for these three things when pruning: dead branches, broken branches, and branches that cross or rub on others.

For new trees and shrubs, very little pruning is needed in the first two years. Your plants need to establish a good root system, and the more top growth, the more the plant can produce its own food to grow.

Suffocate overwintering insects like aphids, spider mites, and scale on trees and shrubs by spraying Bonide All Seasons Spray Oil.

INDOOR PLANTSAs days grow longer, houseplants will resume active growth and can benefit from applications of fertilizer like Jack's Classic Houseplant Special. Now is also a great time to repot them into the next size larger pot if they've outgrown their container.

BIRDSGet your birdhouses cleaned out and ready for the spring arrival of many different species of birds. Birds are very particular about the size of the entry hole, so be sure to have the right-sized entry hole for the birds you want to attract.

MISCELLANEOUSWant to bring a pop of spring color into the home? Bring some smaller twigs from crabapple, cherry, forsythia, or pussy willow inside, and put them in a vase of water for indoor spring blooms.

T I M E T O C O L L E C T Y O U R G R E E N B U C K S

In appreciation for your loyalty, Echter's Rewards members

receive $2 in Greenbucks for every $20 you spend! Save your Greenbucks and spend them like cash during Greenbucks Days, July 1–16, 2020 for up to half of your total purchase.

S E A S O N A L J O B O P P O R T U N I T I E S

L E A R N W H I L E Y O U E A R N . We are looking for friendly, helpful people who know, or want to learn about growing plants, gardening, and related products for the garden and patio. We have full and part-time positions available. Echter's employees enjoy great discounts!

Pick up an application in-store or download one from echters.com.

STORE INFORMATION

M A R C H H O U R S

MONDAY–FRIDAY: 10–6SATURDAY: 9–6 SUNDAY: 10–5

5 1 5 0 G A R R I S O N S TTake Wadsworth to 52nd Ave, then go west 1 mile to Echter's

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meet NEENA RAQUEL

Neena is our Hard Goods Assistant Manager. She's responsible for choosing and buying all of the containers, mulches, and soils at Echter's. On any given day, she may be searching through vendor catalogs to pick out and order new products, creating displays, and helping customers find exactly what they need. Neena also travels to trade shows to check out the newest products coming onto the market for gardeners. We value her enthusiasm, energy, and sunny disposition.

Before joining Echter's, Neena lived in Breckenridge, and is a licensed bartender. In the spring of 2017, she decided to indulge her lifelong love of plants by joining us here at Echter's. She moved into her current position in October.

When she's not at work, she loves to spend time in her own garden. She's passionate about sustainable living, and last year she began teaching a composting class at Echter's. Her major passions outside of gardening include travel, snowboarding, and yoga.

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PLANNING THE VEGETABLE GARDEN 101Saturday, March 14 | 10 am–11:30 am

Get off to the right start for a productive harvest. Learn the basics.INSTRUCTOR | Daniel Corse, Echter's Perennials Specialist

PRUNING TREES & SHRUBSSaturday, March 14 | 2 pm– 3 pm

Learn the basics of what, when, and how to prune to avoid problems later.INSTRUCTOR | Karly Scheuerman, Echter's Nursery Manager

WEEDS: THE UNINVITED GUESTS AT YOUR GARDEN PARTYSunday, March 15 | 2 pm– 3:30 pm

Learn about the unwelcome, but inevitable visitors and how to control them.INSTRUCTOR | Harriett McMillan, Echter's Horticulture Specialist

GOOD BUGS SAVE THE DAYSaturday, March 21 | 10 am– 11 am

Beneficial insects play an important role in the garden. Learn how to identify good insects, and the best strategy to put them to work in your garden.INSTRUCTOR | Daniel Corse, Echter's Perennial Specialist

GROWING INDOOR PLANTSSaturday, March 21 | 2 pm– 3 pm

Learn the basics of light levels, watering, fertilizing, maintenance, and repotting.INSTRUCTOR | Whitney McMillan, Echter's Foliage & Annuals Manager

FAIRY GARDEN MAKE & TAKE WORKSHOPSunday, March 22 | 1 pm– 2 pm$50 MATERIALS FEEMake and take a magical retreat for the fairies in your life. Materials fee includes: container, saucer, plants, and soil. Accessories can be purchased in addition to the materials fee.INSTRUCTOR | Whitney McMillan, Echter's Foliage & Annuals Manager

SUCCULENT PLANTER MAKE & TAKE WORKSHOPSaturday, March 28 | 10 am– 11 am$75 MATERIALS FEEPlant an arrangement of interesting and unique succulents to add interest to your indoor garden. Your creation will thrive in a sunny window.INSTRUCTOR | Whitney McMillan, Echter's Foliage & Annuals Manager

TO BEE OR NOT TO BEESaturday, March 28 | 2 pm– 3 pm

This class covers everything you need to know about beekeeping. Learn about housing, handling, harvesting, equipment, common problems, benefits, and any other questions you may have.INSTRUCTOR | David Baker, Colorado State Beekeepers Association

COMPOSTING & SOIL IMPROVEMENTSunday March 29 | 1 pm– 2 pm

Recycle your yard waste and watch your garden thrive. Learn how to create the "black gold" that nourishes your garden.INSTRUCTOR | Neena Raquel, Echter's Hard Goods Specialist

E C H X P OK E E P L E A R N I N G A F T E R

M A R C H

Most classes are free and do not require registration.There is a registration fee for the Make & Take Workshops. Call 303-424-7979 to reserve your spot, as space is limited.

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