“I have an 1 &1/3 acre–about 1/2 acre in gardens. I have evergreens of many kinds,some in topiary shapes. There are a lot of perennials and annuals that I move around a lot. I have 7 rain barrels , a 300…
Month: September 2013
Request for Member Photos–of yourself
It was suggested at the board meeting that we have a page with everyone’s picture on it so that we and anyone who joins the club this year can put face to name. I can build a photo gallery and…
Project request 1: Joshua Project
South Carroll Senior Center ” Joshua Project The synopsis is that it’s a memorial garden for parents who have lost children at the South Carroll Senior Center and she wants help planning and maintaining it. (Phone call to Joan)
Project Request 2: Caring for planters in Westminster
(Forwarded via e-mail from Joan Epler) Hi Joan, When I was working at the Farmer’s Market last week, a member of Kiwanas inquired about our (CCMG) caring for the planters in Westminster. I referred him to the (Carroll) garden…
A map to Longwood Gardens
This is a demo map to show how we can include directions to an event or fieldtrip in a post. We can also load information posts ahead of time for publishing at a later date (an option given in the…
September 2013 Program
Marjorie Schiebel and Sue Christensen will discuss the history of and demonstrate how to make “Tussy-mussies”. Members are asked to bring their own selection of flowers (plus a few extra for those in need). Connie Hoge wrote some in depth…
National Garden Clubs Courses and Schools
National Garden Clubs offers opportunities to take home study courses in Basic Horticulture (gardening practices) and Design Study Units (flower arranging and table settings) for those who cannot attend NGC schools. Each manual can be ordered from their store and…