Hippity Hoppity – Easter is on its way!

Easter is coming up fast and Creek Side has a lot of fun gifts for your Easter baskets.  Who does not love an Easter basket – at any age?  Consider mini size foaming soaps from Michel Design along with personal size lotions, pocket tissues, room sprays and candles. These are simple but appreciated options. Looking for table décor? A collection of bunnies and cute birds... Read More

Perennial Plant Selection

Begin with a general plan sketched in, then the real fun begins.  What plants are going to be selected for your garden?  We have reviewed the obvious options – sun and shade – tall, medium and short – red, yellow and blue – early season blooming, mid-season and late season.  In addition to creating a pleasant look and a beautiful view, what other aspects of... Read More

Creek Side Garden Supplies

Garden supplies are an important component to help you be a successful gardener and landscaper.  Creek Side, offer’s a good variety of tools, fertilizers, plant supports, pest control, weed control and more for one stop spring time shopping.  We just received our shipments of these, and they are here for you to get your season started! Cutting/Pruning tools – Bypass Pruners are the most convenient... Read More

Plan Your Perennial Garden

Successful gardens typically begin with a good plan before planting.  Whether you would like to fill in a small space, possibly where an old shrub was removed.  Or replanting the whole front yard in place of your bluegrass lawn.  Let’s take a look at what variables to consider when planning a great new, fresh look for your landscape. Site Preparation In addition to reflecting upon... Read More

Creek Side Pottery and Boutique

Pottery and more pottery Every spring season Creek Side brings in new shipments of outdoor and indoor pottery.  Much of the pottery sold across the United States is produced overseas in countries such as Vietnam, Malaysia and Germany.  The pottery finish varies from bright color glazes to rustic and natural finishes.  The large pottery is perfect for jazzing up a patio or porch entryway.  The... Read More

Creek Side Houseplant Shop 2021

The Creek Side Houseplant is open!  And fully stocked with all the plants and supplies you need to keep your green thumb going.  As the winter weather outside remains cold and freezing, we turn inside to create that tropical look we love in our homes. We all know how good our homes feel when decorated with living plants.  Not only do they look nice, but... Read More

Vegetable Varieties 2021

Home vegetable gardeners love the Creek Side vegetable plant program!  All our herbs and vegetables are Grown Fresh™ in the Creek Side greenhouse under our watchful care to help ensure you receive the best plants available. Tomatoes The Burpee tomato varieties that have really done well in Colorado are Burpee Big Boy (our most requested variety), Oh Happy Day, Cloudy Day and Fourth of July. ... Read More

Gift Suggestions 2020

Visit Creek Side this week for terrific holiday gifts.  The Indoor Living Holiday Gift and Décor Boutique and Glasshouse Conservatory are over-flowing with fun, unique and thoughtful gifts that are sure to make your gift recipient happy! Holiday Dish Towels Holiday dish towels always brighten up the kitchen as they hang about during the holiday season.  They are fun to show off when company comes... Read More

Holiday Wreath Making Instructions

View Our Holiday Wreath Making Video Here: Materials: 1 – 14” Diameter 2-Ring Metal Wreath Form 1 – 24-gauge Floral Paddle Wire (16’ length) Assorted Evergreen Branches 3 – Pre-Wired Pinecones 1 – Decorative Bow Instruction Sheet (video link available on www.plantsbycreekside.com) Tools: Pair of By-Pass Pruners or Sturdy Kitchen Shears Ruler or Measuring Tape Pair of Garden Gloves Container(s) for water to keep greens... Read More

Small Business Saturday 2020

This Nov 28 Small Business Saturday®, which means it is almost time to celebrate with your favorite small businesses — like (hint, hint) the one sending you this email. The holidays might look a little different this year, but we are excited to share this holiday season with our customers. And especially this year, we’re happy to offer extra assistance to help you #ShopSmall safely.... Read More