Greenhouses

THIES FARM BY THE NUMBERS…
Here at Thies farm we grow around 90% of our plants though we bring in certain things like tropicals, shrubs or trees to maintain good variety. This means everything else was grown here and we were therefore able to control quality from day one AND we are also able to offer a more extensive variety than you may be able to find elsewhere.

6,000 perennials growing in the greenhouses as we speak, this includes...

15 varieties of Hostas 7 varieties ornamental grasses 7 varieties of Iris 10 varieties of Lilies 9 Astilbe 9 Heuchera 7 Ferns 7 Coneflowers 5 Hollyhocks 5 Daylilies 4 Columbine 4 Echinacea 4 Hardy Geraniums 4 Salvia 53 varieties of Roses in spring

35 varieties of Mums (fall) And that's just the perennials. In annuals we have quite the selection as well. In 2009 we will offer more than 4,000 hanging baskets. Check out some others annuals by the numbers... 90+ varieties of assorted annuals 44 varieties of Impatiens 39 varieties of Petunias 27 varieties of Geraniums 25 varieties of Vinca 24 varieties of Begonias 27 varieties of Tomato Plants 14 varieties of Pepper Plants

As well as eggplant, cucumber, strawberry, cauliflower, broccoli,celery, lettuce etc…

At North Hanley during the spring season we have a total of 12 regular greenhouses + 5 portables which are taken down every year. There are an additional 3 permanent greenhouses at Maryland Heights.The space is utilized more than one time during the season. There is a constant rotation of plantings working their way through these busy houses. When the portable greenhouses come down they space is immediately covered in black plastic and used to display hundreds of mums usually around late august. When Spetember rolls around the space is again cleared, but this time in prep for pumpkinland! Pumpkinland plays area takes us through October when the last bale of straw is being hauled away and Christmas trees are already pushing their way on in

Not only do we grow our own greenhouse stock but also sow the seeds for all of our field tomatoes, peppers, cabbage, squash, zuchinni, and much more. We plant and harvest on a constant basis so that our markets are full of produce from early summer through December.

HONEY, JAMS, JELLIES & MORE
There is often a lull of business between flower season and when produce really kicks in, though there is actually so much to be found at the farm then too! The first thing that some to peoples minds when they hear Thies Farm is the taste of homegrown. We don’t blame you! Is there anyting in the world better than taking a huge bite of a juicy, vine-ripened tomato or a ear of corn just plucked off the cobb!? But we have other great products too like preserves, salad dressings, salsas and more. Did you know for instance that we carry over 30 “berry” based items? Everything from the basics, like good ole’ strawberry preserves (and ours are yummy) to something a little bit out of the ordinary, like say Bumbleberry Jam, yes Bumbleberry.

We also carry Larry Hensley’s fine Missouri honey in a wide variety of sizes. Larry is our beekeeper who maintains all of the hives at both farms. You may have also noticed Larry’s observation hives that are for display in the markets during summer and fall. You cant get much more local than that! As you may already know local honey is great for allergy sufferers.

Since we’ve already got you thinking outside the grocery store box why not try something different on you sandwich too!? Maybe some Coopers Mill Hot Pepper Butter for a change? Or possibly some fig preserves? Like a Newton but without the cookie? Apple Butter is by far the most popular item in this category but for a million dollars you wont guess what the runner up is… McCutcheons Pickled Beet Balls. Try them sometime!
~Most of these items are available mid-may thru December~

Event Calendar
Sample Day, North Hanley July 25/ Maryland Heights August 1
This is by far our favorite time of the year! All of the freshest produce of the season is in and we’re excited to start enjoying it. Join us for Sample Day, a day for both learning and enjoying. Using an array of homegrown tastes we will feature a variety of samples, recipes, nutrition information and more! Experience the true taste of fresh and learn how to achieve this amazing taste at home! Also a day to learn and enjoy. Featuring many recipes, samples and nutrition information included at the North Hanley Sample Day plus some! Pony rides; Kids activity area, and face painting will also be available for our young customers.

September 5: Watermelon Festival
Hold on to that last slice of summer at our annual Watermelon Festival. For this day only, melons are taking over the farm! Join us for some great backyard food and samples of melons made into everything imaginable. Kids will stay busy at the Once Upon A Watermelon activity area giving mom and dad some time to shop and enjoy. The Watermelon will be held at both locations. 10am-2pm

Month of October:
We invite you to join us for our most action-packed time of the year at Thies Farm. During the entire month of October the farm is transformed into “Pumpkinland”-quite literally! The Pumpkinland play area offers cable gliders, slides, tunnels, obstacle courses, suspended bridges, petting zoos and a cornfield maze. After enjoying this unique play zone (constructed mainly out of straw) all are welcome to climb aboard and enjoy a wagon-ride around the farm. Face painting, pony rides, concessions and children’s art activity area are also available on weekends. School, church and scout groups are welcome! Reservations can be made online or by phone to receive the group rate as well as a goodie bag.

 

Top 5 Reasons to shop at Thies Farm…
1. Freshness.
Picked at the peak of ripeness, the produce purchased at Thies Farm has not been packaged, shipped or preserved. The crops available in our market are at their freshest, most delicious, and most nutritious.

2. Variety.
Local farmers often pair with other local growers to offer a wide-variety of homegrown taste.

3. Health.
Thies Farm brings fresh produce from the field to your plate. The fresher the fruit or vegetable, the more natural nutrients still contained in it and therefore passed on to you!

4. Environment.
In choosing to buy food that is produced locally you are reducing your carbon footprint by cutting back on transportation. Thies Farm uses only earth-friendly and sustainable growing practices.

5. Community.
Thies Farm has proudly grown with the St. Louis community for 137 years with a reputation of integrity and value.

Mission Statements:
Having been given a love of the land, it is our mission to share with our customers a harvest of the healthiest flowers and most nutritious crop and most of all, to create an atmosphere where customers become friends.

A strong root system is the best defense against stress and essential for lasting beauty in your garden. We know a thing or two about roots. Our roots have been growing in the St. Louis community since 1885.