Looking for some bargain prices on Pacific Northwest Native plants? This is THE local sale for bargain prices! Pre-order by Feb 2nd or as long as supplies last from the Clark Conservation District (located in Brush Prairie, WA). Just a few of the many available plants (as of Jan 29) include: Kinnickinnick, Evergreen Huckleberry, Thimbleberry, … Continue reading
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Jan 28 Club Speakers – Nutrition & Yoga in the Garden
Don’t be intimidated by this more advanced “Yoga in the Garden” move! Club members, S.M. & M.N. will be teaching us many easy stretches and moves, too! Member L.H. will discuss nutrition. Just two more ways to enhance your health so you can enjoy gardening even more. Join us at the January monthly general club … Continue reading
Special Collector’s Issue “Organic Gardening” mag worth checking out!
For ORGANIC GARDENERS out there, or gardeners even CONTEMPLATING going organic, or maybe those only THINKING about trying gardening, this is the magazine issue you need to pick up – “Special Collector’s Issue: Organic Gardening”. Celebrating their 73rd year, this issue is a wonderful collection of great articles that are still relevant today! They will … Continue reading
They’re baaaaacckk! Slugs on the prowl.
One of our members who lives in Camas (WA, USA) has this message: “The good news is this: my day lilies are up 2 inches and maybe yours are too.” “The bad news is that the slugs are out nibbling. Some pet safe slug bait will work now because they are hungry. I find that … Continue reading
Gardening with wildlife in mind…
Here are some gardening resources you might wish to explore during these winter days. These were suggested by the Naturescapers, in their latest Winter 2015 newsletter. They maintain the “Wildlife Botanical Gardens” in Brush Prairie, WA. 1) “Bringing Nature Home” by Douglas W. Tallamy. Guide on how to make your yard and garden, no matter … Continue reading
Some of the lovely Wreaths made by club members
Club members met at the Scout Hall earlier in December to make wreaths for themselves, friends and family. They used the club’s wreath making tool, forms, and materials gathered from forest, field, garden and stores. 🙂 Here are just a few pictures of their lovely creations! [Photos by the members.] Continue reading
Club Members design Holiday Arrangements at Nov meeting
Members brought various cuttings from their gardens (and a few flowers from the store, too!) and created lovely centerpieces for their homes. Here are only a few pictures of the many creations… [Photos: Nancy B] [Photo: B.R.] Continue reading