Our new Spring Continuing Education Brochure is out! This year our program theme is "Discover Nature's Landscapes in your Own Backyard." We are acutely aware that the difficult economy is affecting everyone and have responded with our own "economic stimulus plan." The cost of classes has been reduced in an effort to help your dollars go farther; in addition, many of our classes provide seeds and plants as a "take home" benefit.
Jump into Spring with our March courses. On Friday March 27th at 10:00 am, our Moss Gardening Workshop will demonstrate hands-on techniques for using moss in naturalistic gardening. Learn to groom, transplant and identify several common mosses. Take home a wisk broom for grooming and a pot of moss with Quaker ladies. Dress for the outdoors.
Derek Stoner will lead a class in search of the Wonders of Wood Ducks on Sunday March 29 at 1:00 pm. Learn about wood ducks and where to install their nest boxes. You'll view the wood duck boxes at Mt. Cuba Center so dress to go outside.
To register or to find out more about these courses, go online to www.mtcubacenter.org or call 302.239.4244. Space is limited so register early.
Tuesday, March 17, 2009
Sunday, March 15, 2009
Awards and Scholarhips
TO ALL DISTRICT I CLUBS
STATE AWARDS AND SCHOLARSHIPS
Now is the time to determine which State Awards your club should apply for this year. Find your club’s copy of the GCFP Awards Manual (the club president should have this or your club awards chairman), review the awards offered and begin to collect the information needed apply. Each of your clubs does projects worthy of recognition so it behooves you apply for an award. The award will recognize the work you and your members are doing, it will give an extra sense of pride to your members and to the other district clubs, and it may inspire another club to do a similar project.
Some awards are applied for by simply completing a State and a National awards application. This is true of yearbook awards, flower show schedule awards, and newsletter awards. Other awards require a book of evidence which includes a description of the project, cost of the project, a few photos and a little publicity. The Awards Manual describes how to prepare a book of evidence and the number of pages allowed. New 2009 award applications will be available on the State website, www.pagardenclubs.org. in July. This chairman is available to answer questions and assist clubs in applying for awards.
Has your club distributed State and National Scholarship information and applications to your local schools and colleges and submitted information to local newspapers? Applications deadline was February 15 for this year and State scholarships will be awarded at the Annual Convention. However, it is not to early to plan to get the 2009 Scholarship Applications from the website in July and have them ready to distribute to local schools and colleges in the Fall. Your club members may also have family members who would qualify for these awards. The students applying must be planning to major in a horticulture related field. The State scholarships are generally a $1,000.00 and National Scholarships are $3,500.00. Share this information with your club members and
plan to distribute information locally this Fall. Please feel free to contact me if you have questions.
Kay S. Leto, ksleto@verizon.net
District I Awards and Scholarship Chairman
STATE AWARDS AND SCHOLARSHIPS
Now is the time to determine which State Awards your club should apply for this year. Find your club’s copy of the GCFP Awards Manual (the club president should have this or your club awards chairman), review the awards offered and begin to collect the information needed apply. Each of your clubs does projects worthy of recognition so it behooves you apply for an award. The award will recognize the work you and your members are doing, it will give an extra sense of pride to your members and to the other district clubs, and it may inspire another club to do a similar project.
Some awards are applied for by simply completing a State and a National awards application. This is true of yearbook awards, flower show schedule awards, and newsletter awards. Other awards require a book of evidence which includes a description of the project, cost of the project, a few photos and a little publicity. The Awards Manual describes how to prepare a book of evidence and the number of pages allowed. New 2009 award applications will be available on the State website, www.pagardenclubs.org. in July. This chairman is available to answer questions and assist clubs in applying for awards.
Has your club distributed State and National Scholarship information and applications to your local schools and colleges and submitted information to local newspapers? Applications deadline was February 15 for this year and State scholarships will be awarded at the Annual Convention. However, it is not to early to plan to get the 2009 Scholarship Applications from the website in July and have them ready to distribute to local schools and colleges in the Fall. Your club members may also have family members who would qualify for these awards. The students applying must be planning to major in a horticulture related field. The State scholarships are generally a $1,000.00 and National Scholarships are $3,500.00. Share this information with your club members and
plan to distribute information locally this Fall. Please feel free to contact me if you have questions.
Kay S. Leto, ksleto@verizon.net
District I Awards and Scholarship Chairman
Tyler Arboretum Plant Sale - April 25, 2009
TYLER’S ARBOR DAY PLANT SALE WILL FEATURE DEER-RESISTANT PLANTS
MEDIA, PA (March 6, 2009) – Tyler Arboretum’s annual Arbor Day Plant Sale jump starts the gardening season with an extensive selection of plants for every gardener from the green-thumbed expert to the not-so-certain novice. The Plant Sale features a dizzying selection of trees, shrubs, perennials, annuals, and herbs. But don’t be intimidated – friendly, helpful plant experts are on hand to solve your most perplexing planting problems.
This year’s Sale features deer-resistant plants (yes, such things exist!) that will help you halt those headstrong herbivores. Examples include:
o Bottlebrush Buckeye (Aesculus parviflora var. serotina), a multi-stemmed shrub native to our area that features showy, white flowers that resemble a bottle brush. Perfect in shady areas, these shrubs often colonize through underground runners to fill a woodland glade.
o Charles Joly Lilac (Syringa vulgaris ‘Charles Joly’), an upright, deciduous shrub that boasts vibrant magenta-colored blooms that attracts butterflies and hummingbirds, but not deer.
o Blue Star (Amsonia hubrictii), a perennial that offers multi-seasonal interest. In early spring, blue star sports numerous star-shaped, blue flowers. Its willowy foliage turns a brilliant yellow in the fall.
o Purple Smoke Indigo (Baptisia ‘Purple Smoke’), a native perennial that features showy purple flower spikes up to 15 inches long in late spring.
Arbor Day Plant Sale: Saturday, April 25, 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Admission to Tyler is free for this event!
Special Members-Only Preview: Friday, April 24, 11:00 am – 7:00 pm
This is a great time to become a member of Tyler Arboretum! You’ll have an early pick at the Plant Sale, receive a 5% discount on your plant purchases, and enjoy the benefits of membership all year long (including free admission, our quarterly newsletter, discounts, and much more). Note: only members will be admitted for this event. To join, contact Tyler at 610-566-9134 or www.tylerarboretum.org.
Tyler Arboretum, one of the oldest arboreta in the northeastern United States, is comprised of 650 acres of unique plant collections, state champion trees, a meadow maze, historic buildings, and 20 miles of marked hiking trails. The Arboretum offers a variety of educational programs and special events throughout the year. Call 610-566-9134 or check our Website at www.tylerarboretum.org for more information. Tyler Arboretum is located at 515 Painter Road in Media, PA.
MEDIA, PA (March 6, 2009) – Tyler Arboretum’s annual Arbor Day Plant Sale jump starts the gardening season with an extensive selection of plants for every gardener from the green-thumbed expert to the not-so-certain novice. The Plant Sale features a dizzying selection of trees, shrubs, perennials, annuals, and herbs. But don’t be intimidated – friendly, helpful plant experts are on hand to solve your most perplexing planting problems.
This year’s Sale features deer-resistant plants (yes, such things exist!) that will help you halt those headstrong herbivores. Examples include:
o Bottlebrush Buckeye (Aesculus parviflora var. serotina), a multi-stemmed shrub native to our area that features showy, white flowers that resemble a bottle brush. Perfect in shady areas, these shrubs often colonize through underground runners to fill a woodland glade.
o Charles Joly Lilac (Syringa vulgaris ‘Charles Joly’), an upright, deciduous shrub that boasts vibrant magenta-colored blooms that attracts butterflies and hummingbirds, but not deer.
o Blue Star (Amsonia hubrictii), a perennial that offers multi-seasonal interest. In early spring, blue star sports numerous star-shaped, blue flowers. Its willowy foliage turns a brilliant yellow in the fall.
o Purple Smoke Indigo (Baptisia ‘Purple Smoke’), a native perennial that features showy purple flower spikes up to 15 inches long in late spring.
Arbor Day Plant Sale: Saturday, April 25, 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Admission to Tyler is free for this event!
Special Members-Only Preview: Friday, April 24, 11:00 am – 7:00 pm
This is a great time to become a member of Tyler Arboretum! You’ll have an early pick at the Plant Sale, receive a 5% discount on your plant purchases, and enjoy the benefits of membership all year long (including free admission, our quarterly newsletter, discounts, and much more). Note: only members will be admitted for this event. To join, contact Tyler at 610-566-9134 or www.tylerarboretum.org.
Tyler Arboretum, one of the oldest arboreta in the northeastern United States, is comprised of 650 acres of unique plant collections, state champion trees, a meadow maze, historic buildings, and 20 miles of marked hiking trails. The Arboretum offers a variety of educational programs and special events throughout the year. Call 610-566-9134 or check our Website at www.tylerarboretum.org for more information. Tyler Arboretum is located at 515 Painter Road in Media, PA.
Gardens and Arboreta Information
KENNETT SQUARE
LONGWOOD GARDENS (www.longwoodgardens.org)
These gardens are a gift to the public from Pierre DuPont.
The hours are subject to change.
January 12 – March 31, 2009 9am to 5pm
April 1 - May 22, 2009 9am to 6pm
May 23 – September 6, 2009
Mon, Tues, Wed and Sun 9am to 6pm
Thurs, Fri, Sat 9am to 10 pm
September 7 – November 22, 2009 9am to 5pm
November 26, 2009 – January 10, 2010 9am to 9pm
The Gardens Shop is open 9am until 15 minutes after closing every day of the year.
WAYNE
CHANTICLEER (www.chanticleergarden.org)
The gardens, located at 786 Church Road, Wayne 19087, were opened to the public
in 1993. The telephone is 610-687-4163. The gardens will open on April 1. Hours
are Wed – Sun 10am to 5 pm.
SCRANTON
THE ARBORETUM ON THE CAMPUS OF MARYWOOD UNIVERSITY
(www.arboretum@c.s.marywood.edu)
The arboretum, located at 2300 Adams Ave., Scranton 18509, were established in
in 1975 as “The Sister Marie Laurence Maher Arboretum”. There is a self guided
map tour. Admission is free. Open daily sunrise to sunset.
HERSHEY
HERSHEY GARDENS (www.hersheygardens.org)
The gardens, located at 170 Hotel Road, Hershey, 17033, were opened in 1937. The
telephone is 717-534-3492. There is a rose garden, a children’s garden, and a
Japanese garden. The hours vary. Admission is $10.00. Seniors are $9.00.
PITTSBURGH
PHIPPS CONSERVATORY AND BOTANICAL GARDEN
(www.phipps.conservatory.org)
The conservatory, located at 700 Frank Curlo Drive, Pittsburgh, 15213, was
established in 1893. There is a butterfly garden. Its Welcome Center is LEED
certified.
MOUNT LEBANON
TEMPLE EMANUEL GARDENS (www.templeemanuelgardens.org)
The gardens, located at 1250 Bower Hill Road, Pittsburgh 15234, were established in
2004 to honor those who died in the Holocaust. The telephone is 412-279-7600.
WEST MIFFLIN – ALLEGHENY TOWNSHIP
KENNEYWOOD GARDENS AND AMUSEMENT PARK
Located at 4800 Kenneywood Blvd., West Mifflin, 15122.
Telephone is 412-461-0500. Hours and admission varies.
Floral gardens are placed around amusements. There is a floral clock.
ERIE
ERIE ZOO AND BOTANICAL GARDENS (www.eriezoo.org)
Plants and vegetables are present everywhere around the wild animals with special
Care to place plants and vegetation which will not be harmful to them.
Phyllis Matthews
Gardens and Arboreta Chairman
LONGWOOD GARDENS (www.longwoodgardens.org)
These gardens are a gift to the public from Pierre DuPont.
The hours are subject to change.
January 12 – March 31, 2009 9am to 5pm
April 1 - May 22, 2009 9am to 6pm
May 23 – September 6, 2009
Mon, Tues, Wed and Sun 9am to 6pm
Thurs, Fri, Sat 9am to 10 pm
September 7 – November 22, 2009 9am to 5pm
November 26, 2009 – January 10, 2010 9am to 9pm
The Gardens Shop is open 9am until 15 minutes after closing every day of the year.
WAYNE
CHANTICLEER (www.chanticleergarden.org)
The gardens, located at 786 Church Road, Wayne 19087, were opened to the public
in 1993. The telephone is 610-687-4163. The gardens will open on April 1. Hours
are Wed – Sun 10am to 5 pm.
SCRANTON
THE ARBORETUM ON THE CAMPUS OF MARYWOOD UNIVERSITY
(www.arboretum@c.s.marywood.edu)
The arboretum, located at 2300 Adams Ave., Scranton 18509, were established in
in 1975 as “The Sister Marie Laurence Maher Arboretum”. There is a self guided
map tour. Admission is free. Open daily sunrise to sunset.
HERSHEY
HERSHEY GARDENS (www.hersheygardens.org)
The gardens, located at 170 Hotel Road, Hershey, 17033, were opened in 1937. The
telephone is 717-534-3492. There is a rose garden, a children’s garden, and a
Japanese garden. The hours vary. Admission is $10.00. Seniors are $9.00.
PITTSBURGH
PHIPPS CONSERVATORY AND BOTANICAL GARDEN
(www.phipps.conservatory.org)
The conservatory, located at 700 Frank Curlo Drive, Pittsburgh, 15213, was
established in 1893. There is a butterfly garden. Its Welcome Center is LEED
certified.
MOUNT LEBANON
TEMPLE EMANUEL GARDENS (www.templeemanuelgardens.org)
The gardens, located at 1250 Bower Hill Road, Pittsburgh 15234, were established in
2004 to honor those who died in the Holocaust. The telephone is 412-279-7600.
WEST MIFFLIN – ALLEGHENY TOWNSHIP
KENNEYWOOD GARDENS AND AMUSEMENT PARK
Located at 4800 Kenneywood Blvd., West Mifflin, 15122.
Telephone is 412-461-0500. Hours and admission varies.
Floral gardens are placed around amusements. There is a floral clock.
ERIE
ERIE ZOO AND BOTANICAL GARDENS (www.eriezoo.org)
Plants and vegetables are present everywhere around the wild animals with special
Care to place plants and vegetation which will not be harmful to them.
Phyllis Matthews
Gardens and Arboreta Chairman
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