Gardening with Natives October 8th at 1pm Welcome Sandra Washburn from Lake to Prairie Wild Ones. She will speak on Gardening with Natives. Besides including an overview of the basics of using natives in a landscape, she will demonstrate the environmental benefits of them. Sandra will show how beautiful these landscapes can be and she … Read more
May is a wonderful month because it brings warmth and sunshine into the garden. You are now putting plants into the garden and reaping the rewards with blooms and vegetables. Exercising—Continue exercising so your legs and arms can safely handle the workload. Bulbs—Allow bulb leaves to die naturally so the bulbs receive the sun’s energy … Read more
December is our most festive of months and twinkling lights have sprung up outside to cheer us into the Christmas season. Our weather has brought us the cold weather with most of our gardening outside completed. If you’re like me it’s time to buy a real Christmas tree, listen to Christmas songs and put up … Read more
November starts crisp days and snuggly nights. Our gardens are winding down and the anticipation of snow is on the horizon. Winter is upon us and gardens should be put to bed. Perennials—Leave most perennials for the birds and wildlife. However, some should be cut back (2-3”) due to disease problems or flopping in … Read more
SWEET! This was shared by one of our members, Gale and her husband Dennis. It’s one sweet haul of sweet potatoes with some unique shapes. Great job!! Remember to send your photos or tips and insight and we will share here and on Facebook! SWEET! These photos were were shared by one of our members, … Read more