Through the Seasons
There is ALWAYS something going on at Thies Farm and Greenhouses, here is just a glimpse...
March through May our greenhouses are filled with a wide selection of bedding plants, hanging baskets, perennials, potted plants, herbs, roses, vegetable plants, tropicals and so much more. Easter Lilies are the first item available and advance orders are accepted. More than 90 percent of our plants were grown here and raised in our greenhouses. When plants are grown locally they tend to be healthier and stronger. Transporting plants causes stress and weakens natural defenses therefore decreasing your chances of gardening success. Mulch, soil, pots, fertilizers, pest control and more are also available in both organic and non organic varieties. The garden staff is always available to answer questions and offer advice. Gardens are much more fun when grown together! Both retail markets open for the year in early April.
2008 Easter Price List
The month of May means BERRIES! Strawberry season is short but very very sweet! The Maryland Heights location offers a U-Pick Strawberry field and strawberries are available already picked at either location. Red and black raspberries along with blackberries follow soon after. Rhubarb, asparagus, spinach are among the other early homegrown favorites. Our annual Strawberry Festival is held towards the end of May each year.
As summer progresses so does the homegrown harvest. By early July sweet corn, tomatoes, peaches, cucumbers, melons, peppers, eggplant and more are all ripe and ready to enjoy. Our annual Sample Day is your chance to taste the freshness before you buy! Sample Day is held in late July each year.
Sample Day (North Hanley): Saturday, July 25, 2009 10am until 2pm
Sample Day (Maryland Heights): Saturday, August 1, 2009 10am until 2pm
August is the best time to buy in bulk and begin canning some sweet summer flavor for winter savoring. Many of our best bulk values are available at this time.
Homegrown produce still fills our market through September and even October. Thies Farm’s annual Watermelon Festival is held in early September at the Maryland Heights farm and is our way of holding on to that last slice of summer!
Watermelon Festival: Saturday, September 5, 2009 10am until 2pm
September is also a great time to refresh your flower beds for the Fall. Our full line of Hardy Mums, Asters, Flowering Kale, and Pansies add the perfect amount of autumn color and will bloom well into the cool days of fall and winter.
October is “Pumpkinland” at Thies Farm. This month long festival is assured fun for all ages with straw mazes, slides, swings, cable gliders, wagon rides, petting zoo, concessions, crafts, and of course PUMPKINS!! Group rates are available but a reservation is required. Our Maryland Heights Location closes for the year on October 31.
