It is a common practice for avid gardeners to start visualizing new additions to their gardens after the holidays have passed and Winter digs in her heels. We wait with anticipation for the catalogs to arrive in the mail so that we can thumb through them to gain inspiration for our container plantings, raised herbContinue reading “A New Season to Plan”
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‘Tis the Season
While the garden club does not host a monthly meeting in December, there are a few opportunities for members to meet and celebrate the holiday season. On December 7th, about 45 members gathered at the Yardley Inn for a festive luncheon and included a display of donated raffle items garnering over $280 for the club!Continue reading “‘Tis the Season”
Family-Filled Thanksgiving Traditions
The much-anticipated all-American holiday full of tradition with family and friends is nearly upon us. From quirky family favorites to time-honored classics, Thanksgiving traditions often make for the most memorable moments; not just because they’re familiar, but because they serve as reminders of all those you hold dear, or are welcoming into the family’s embrace.Continue reading “Family-Filled Thanksgiving Traditions”
Upcoming Speakers
If you are a current member, or hope to join the club soon, you don’t want to miss the upcoming speakers. On September 28th, the season kicks off with “How to Create a European-Style Floral Arrangement” with Carl Vivaldi. Watch him design beautiful arrangements, then buy raffle tickets for a chance to take one home.Continue reading “Upcoming Speakers”
As Autumn Approaches
After arguably the best June in recent memory, our local area endured a hot, dry summer. We gardeners have kept a close—almost obsessive—eye on the weather forecasts hoping Mother Nature will eke out some measurable precipitation. Luckily, some plants thrive as summer heats up. Perhaps you have a few plants that flower through sweltering AugustContinue reading “As Autumn Approaches”
Why Plant Natives?
Though thousands of perennials are available, native perennials have a special role in the garden. By definition, a native Pennsylvania plant is one that grew in Pennsylvania before the European settlers arrived, as opposed to exotic plants which came from other countries after that time period. Natives have many advantages. Because they evolved here, theyContinue reading “Why Plant Natives?”
Talking Up the Garden Walk
As the time draws nearer, the anticipation grows stronger for the club’s upcoming Garden Walk on June 8 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. There will be a total of 13 participating locations from Morrisville to Washington Crossing for the low fee of only $20 (cash only please). The wristbands can be purchased ahead ofContinue reading “Talking Up the Garden Walk”
Spring Has Sprung!
As gardeners, Spring instills in us an eager excitement as the outside world begins to awaken after the cold dark days of Winter are finally in our rearview mirror. Whether in containers, a small patch, vast acreage, or somewhere in between, there is always joy to be found in our gardens. The hobby (often anContinue reading “Spring Has Sprung!”
The Little Shows
One aspect of our monthly meeting is the “Little Show” in which interested members submit their entry based on the theme and corresponding criteria—which changes monthly. Prior to COVID, the live entries were transported to the meeting site where they were displayed and judged. Ribbons for first, second and third place, plus honorable mention, ifContinue reading “The Little Shows”
Welcome to Our New Website!
Martha Washington Garden Club has a new online presence and we invite you to take a look around. On top of all the current information, there is a plethora of beautiful photos showing how we are not only involved with each other, but with the community as a whole. Yes, COVID has been challenging toContinue reading “Welcome to Our New Website!”
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