After 6 decades of service – Battle Ground Garden Club disbands
Community Service / Other Garden News

After 6 decades of service – Battle Ground Garden Club disbands

We have some sad news to report about one of the other longstanding garden clubs in the Clark County (WA state) area – they have disbanded their club. Established in 1948, the Battle Ground Garden Club has provided education and services to the Battle Ground, WA community for many years.  But, even in the act … Continue reading

November club meeting Nov 19th – DIY Holiday Arrangements
Classes / Fun Projects / Lectures / Monthly Meeting / Past Club Events

November club meeting Nov 19th – DIY Holiday Arrangements

Bring your decorative materials from home & garden to participate in a fun “Do It Yourself” Holiday Arrangements activity for our November meeting! The talented Karen B. will lead a fun “class” on how to create arrangements that can grace your home for the fall/winter holiday season. Members are encouraged to bring container(s) for their … Continue reading

Cornell Formula – Baking Soda based plant spray
Pests / Recipes

Cornell Formula – Baking Soda based plant spray

The Cornell Formula – baking soda based plant spray. Garden member L.M. shared this “spray-on plant disease preventative and fighter” formula developed at Cornell University.   (There are many variations on this mix, but, this version has worked well for L.M. for 20+ years in her Pacific NorthWest gardens.)To 1 gallon of water, add & mix:1 … Continue reading

Wild Plants – Two recommended books  & web site
Books / Food / Past Club Events / Plant Thoughts / Web Sites

Wild Plants – Two recommended books & web site

At our September monthly garden club meeting, Pixie LaPlante spoke about edible, yet often ignored plants.  She brought along samples of a variety of plants that we all “see” in our gardens, but often dismiss as “weeds”, when in fact, many of them are edible and highly nutritious! She also points out you should be … Continue reading