Friday, October 19, 2007

October Lecture

Williamson Garden Club Presents Lecture on
the Federated Garden Club of New York

The Williamson Garden Club is excited to have Joyce Lyle, from the Federated Garden Club, as our October guest speaker.

The presentation will be on Monday, October 29th in the Williamson Library’s large meeting room at 7:00 P.M.

The presentation will be open to the public, but we do ask that non-members call ahead, so that adequate seating can be arranged. The presentation will include time for questions and answers. For more information and/or to confirm your attendance you can call Subrata Paul at (315) 524-4204. If you need information about Garden Club activities, membership, etc. feel free to email grow14589@yahoo.com. Additionally, you can check out our blog at http://grow-thewilliamsongardenclub.blogspot.com to see when we are holding our meetings and upcoming events.

Tuesday, October 9, 2007

Fall Update

Hello Fellow Gardeners -

What an amazing fall we're having so far! I am loving the weather and enjoying the last-minute blooming of some of my plants.

1. As many are starting their fall cleanup, I thought you might enjoy some information from the Wayne County Cornell Cooperative regarding fall cleanup. Topics include composting, protection from rodent damage, as well as other information.
http://counties.cce.cornell.edu/wayne/gardening/000277.php

Remember that this is a great time to get your spring-growing bulbs, such as daffodils and tulips, into the ground!

2. For those us fortunate enough to visit Audrey Ferris' garden this past year, just a tip if your rose clipping rooted. Audrey recommends keeping the glass jar on top of the cutting to provide a little protection from the cold and snow.

Let me know if your rose clippings survived. Three of mine have survived and I am looking forward to see what new roses I have for next year!

3. I wanted to thank those gardeners who have been generous in donating their "hardy annuals" to the Garden Club. We are still open to donations so please keep us in mind if you're thinning your gardens or if you have hardy annuals (ex. gerbera daisies, geraniums, canna, dahlias, etc.) that you would like to donate to us. You can contact me or John Ferrante for pick up.

We are currently planning the remaining month's gardening lectures. If you have suggestions, feel free to contact me.

Happy Gardening!
Subrata