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Wed. May. 28 - What to Bring
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Wed. May 28
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Wed.May.28 - Potluck Social & Special Guest
Hi everyone,
Plant Sale
Our plant sale has been posted on our our blog here and our Facebook group here.
We invite you to share these links far and wide! :)
Potluck & Guest Speaker
Wed.May.28 is our last meeting of the season and we'll have a busy night! We'll start with our pot luck to get our strength up and then we'll review the fine details of our plant sale while we eat and visit! We'll finish off our year in style with Stephanie Appleby-Jones (her interesting talk is outlined below).
Looking Ahead
Next season, this club is in need of some new volunteers to help keep it awesome!!! There are 3 new programming coordinator positions being created for next year and the position of treasurer is open for a new volunteer. Programming coordinators will be organizing guest speakers for 6 meetings and the treasurer will be handling all the moola! Please contact me at thepagc@gmail.com to volunteer - a small amount of your time makes a huge difference!
Meeting Details
Plant Sale
Our plant sale has been posted on our our blog here and our Facebook group here.
We invite you to share these links far and wide! :)
Potluck & Guest Speaker
Wed.May.28 is our last meeting of the season and we'll have a busy night! We'll start with our pot luck to get our strength up and then we'll review the fine details of our plant sale while we eat and visit! We'll finish off our year in style with Stephanie Appleby-Jones (her interesting talk is outlined below).
Looking Ahead
Next season, this club is in need of some new volunteers to help keep it awesome!!! There are 3 new programming coordinator positions being created for next year and the position of treasurer is open for a new volunteer. Programming coordinators will be organizing guest speakers for 6 meetings and the treasurer will be handling all the moola! Please contact me at thepagc@gmail.com to volunteer - a small amount of your time makes a huge difference!
Meeting Details
- Our last meeting this season!
- Spring social - it's a world class potluck affair - yummmm!
- Set up 6:30pm. Social 7:00pm. Speaker 7:30pm.
- Guest speaker - Stephanie Appleby-Jones, St. Mary's University
- Presentation Title: Green Technology
- Description: I will talk about green walls and green roofs. I'll discuss the installation and care of hydroponic interior walls, a bit about the installation and plants in the exterior wall. I'll move on to green roofs, some history, and the research that the Lundholm lab is doing with Barrens plants and other species.
- Bio: I had many years of horticulture experience before I went to school (floral, garden centre, landscaping). I taught gardening and composting classes for HRM. I have a Horticulture Diploma (2006) and a Bachelor of Technology Environmental Horticulture (2009) from Dalhousie Agricultural Campus (formerly Nova Scotia Agricultural College). While at school, I taught in the Garden Centre Training classes at the college. I worked at the Landscape Specialist for three years at the NSCC Centre for the Built Environment. I am currently a MSc Candidate at Saint Mary's University, planning to defend my thesis in August. My thesis is titled: The effects of Ascophyllum nodosum (Norwegian kelp), fertilizer, and compost on seed germination, growth, health, and drought tolerance of green roof plants. My Master's work has included a greenhouse experiment and a green roof installation using vegetated plant mats.
Wed.Apr.23 - Lavender 101 with Dave Belt
- Guest speaker - Dave Belt, Seafoam Lavender Farm
- Presentation Title: Lavender 101
- Description: Are you confused by contradictory information about lavender found on the Internet? Ever tried to grow lavender, but had disappointing results? Curious about soil preparation; varieties which do best in the Maritimes; when/how to prune; and when/how to harvest? Well, this is the presentation for you! Dave Belt, owner of Seafoam Lavender Farm, will share helpful insights sure to enlighten and help you to successfully care for your very own lavender plants.
- Bio: Following a 22-year career in the military forces spent primarily in caves and windowless underground vaults, Dave (and wife, Suzy, plus children Kiva and Collin), wanted to spend time working outdoors -- a second career with plenty of sunshine and fresh air. So for the ensuing 8 years, the Belt Family raised alpacas and operated a fibre-arts training studio on a ranch high in the Rockies.
When the children grew up and went away to university, however, livestock proved too physically demanding for Dave and Suzy to manage alone, so in 2004 they sold their herd and moved home to Nova Scotia. Initially, they owned and operated a cafe called "Sunrise Mercantile" in Tatamagouche, which was ranked in the "500 Best Places to Eat in Canada" travel guide and was featured in the CBC mini-series "The Week the Women Went."
By 2009, however, Dave and Suzy again longed for the "Great Outdoors," so they sold the Mercantile and moved to a beautiful farm in Seafoam, Nova Scotia (20 km west of Pictou). This time, they planted some 3,500 lavender plants and started an eco-tourism and manufacturing business called Seafoam Lavender Farm. Today, the farm welcomes some 5,000 summertime tourists annually, many of whom come for the Seafoam Lavender Festival (held the third weekend of July).
In addition to the summertime farm operations, Dave and Suzy also have a year-round storefront at the Halifax Seaport Farmers' Market (Pier 20, behind the Westin Hotel), where they sell their own line of 65 handmade lavender culinary, household, and skincare products. Seafoam Lavender goods can also be found in 30+ select retail stores in the Atlantic Provinces and the eastern United States. - About Seafoam Farm: Located on the pastoral shores of Nova Scotia’s Northumberland Strait…on a lush escarpment overlooking Prince Edward Island….lie the beautiful rows of lavender at Seafoam Lavender Farm. Between the earthy aromas of the surrounding deep forest; the light hint of salt spray; and the heavenly aroma of lavender, a visit to Seafoam Lavender Farm causes sensory overload – but in a very good way! Bring a picnic lunch and sit under one of our beautiful shade trees, or wander through the lavender fields. You can even play in the ocean, as we are located just 15 minutes from two world-class, public-access beaches. We are a small, family-owned/operated agricultural business, dedicated to producing superior-quality, direct-from-the-farm lavender products. Each product is individually made in small batches to ensure freshness. Our products are all-natural, without artificial colours or preservatives.
- SEAPORT FARMERS’ MARKET
Pier 20, 1209 Terminal Road, Halifax NS, B3H 4P8
(Near the Westin Hotel, just off Lower Water Street) - WINTER HOURS (January-April)
Sunday (9-3)
Tuesday-Friday (11-5)
Saturday (7-3)
Closed Mondays.
Calendar Reminders
Hi everyone....
Our meetings between now and June all have special guest speakers, so be sure to check out our schedule page in the side menu of our web site for details.
There are some great upcoming library garden talks mentioned in previous posts. Don't forget to order the new book by Niki Jabbour so you can get it signed at her talk!
Also a reminder that I have been putting upcoming events in our calendar (see the Upcoming Events link the sidebar too). The NSAGC keeps forwarding notes from other clubs about what they have going on and I keep putting in updates when I have time.
It's heating up and it's just gonna get busier!
Happy gardening,
Val :)
There are some great upcoming library garden talks mentioned in previous posts. Don't forget to order the new book by Niki Jabbour so you can get it signed at her talk!
Also a reminder that I have been putting upcoming events in our calendar (see the Upcoming Events link the sidebar too). The NSAGC keeps forwarding notes from other clubs about what they have going on and I keep putting in updates when I have time.
It's heating up and it's just gonna get busier!
Happy gardening,
Val :)
Special Guest Speaker - Wed. April 9th
Our meeting is postponed until Wed.Apr.9
due to the coming storm!!
Excited to announce that Iain Jack is speaking at our next meeting!
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Guest speaker: Ian Jack, Fernwood Nursery
Presentation Title: A World of Ferns for Canadian Gardens
Description: This slide show presentation explores the unique and ancient history of ferns, the many ways of using ferns in the landscape, and the large variety of ferns suitable for Canadian gardens.
Bio: Iain Jack is owner and operator of Fernwood Plant Nursery in Hubbards, NS. He is a graduate with honours of NSCC’s Commercial Greenhouse Production program. Also a social worker, plants have been part of his life and work for many years, from community organizing with community garden groups to recreational horticulture with persons with disabilities. In 2009 Iain decided to return to his horticultural roots and passion for propagation by starting a nursery. Inspired by a love of woodlands, wild and cultivated, Fernwood is a mail-order nursery dedicated to offering Canadian gardeners the best hardy ferns. Its goal is to explore and promote the diversity and landscape value of native and hardy exotic ferns. At last count there were over 50 varieties of ferns in the Fernwood collection.
Iain Jack
Fernwood Plant Nursery
PO Box 360
Hubbards, Nova Scotia
B0J 1T0
(902) 402-2044
www.fernwoodplantnursery.ca (Be sure to check it out ahead of time!!)
A Reminder of Upcoming Library Programs
Grow Your Own Groundbreaking Food Gardens |
| New book out in March! |
See 73 plans that will change the way you grow your garden. Learn techniques and designs for a long season of homegrown food, a gourmet potted patio, a fairytale garden for kids, and even a cocktail garden!
Spring Garden Rd. Memorial
Tuesday, March 25 - 7:00 pm
Keshen Goodman
Wednesday, April 30 - 7:00 pm
Reminder - HPAGC Perennial Plant Order
Hi everyone!!!
Sending a HUGE thank you to Freeman and John for showing us all about starting a pond and ways to make it affordable and interesting! What a great slide show of pics and inspiration!!
Don't forget to check out the Hammonds Plains Area Garden Club Perennial Order. If there is anything you are wanting, you need to get your order in before the weekend is over!!
Here's a link to their site where you'll find all of the details!
http://www.hpagc.ca/
Val :)
Sending a HUGE thank you to Freeman and John for showing us all about starting a pond and ways to make it affordable and interesting! What a great slide show of pics and inspiration!!
Don't forget to check out the Hammonds Plains Area Garden Club Perennial Order. If there is anything you are wanting, you need to get your order in before the weekend is over!!
Here's a link to their site where you'll find all of the details!
http://www.hpagc.ca/
Val :)
April 2014 Library Programs of Interest
Date Range: February 26, 2014 - May 30, 2014
Category: Adult » Hobbies & Interests » Landscaping
Landscaping: Designing with Plants & Adjudicating Their
Growth
Many cultures practice landscaping for a variety of
reasons—from purely visual to strictly practical. Landscaping has a history as
fascinating as any other visual art.
Spring Garden Rd. Memorial
Wednesday, April 9/12:00 pm-1:30 pm
Landscaping: Fundamentals of Landscape Composition
Size doesn’t matter. A balcony or even a window sill can be
landscaped. Learn about the basics of composition— form, balance, color, and
contrast.
Spring Garden Rd. Memorial
Wednesday, April 16/12:00 pm-1:30 pm
Basics of Landscaping Materials: Plants & Plant Growth
Get the best performance yield! Successful landscaping
requires learning about the requirements of light, heat, soil, and water for
varying groups of plants.
Spring Garden Rd. Memorial
Wednesday, April 23/12:00 pm-1:30 pm
You can also check out the links under the new Learn More category in our website's sidebar!
You can also check out the links under the new Learn More category in our website's sidebar!
Meeting Wed.Feb. 26 - Pond Presentation
We will have John and Freeman
presenting this week!
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HRM District NSAGC Meeting - Save the date!
Hello Garden Club-ers!
Please note that the Bedford Horticultural Society will be hosting the HRM District NSAGC Meeting on Saturday, April 26 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The meeting will be in the LeBrun Centre in Bedford, and will have a registration fee of $10 for club members and $12 for nonmembers. There will be three speakers and lots of vendors. The registration fee will include goodies during the morning break and a delicious sandwich luncheon. Also, all registrants will receive a free plant! All in all, it will be a lovely beginning to a happy summer of gardening.
We'll send out more information as the day's events are finalized. But please save the date! We look forward to welcoming everyone.
Susan Boyd, President
Bedford Horticultural Society
Please note that the Bedford Horticultural Society will be hosting the HRM District NSAGC Meeting on Saturday, April 26 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The meeting will be in the LeBrun Centre in Bedford, and will have a registration fee of $10 for club members and $12 for nonmembers. There will be three speakers and lots of vendors. The registration fee will include goodies during the morning break and a delicious sandwich luncheon. Also, all registrants will receive a free plant! All in all, it will be a lovely beginning to a happy summer of gardening.
We'll send out more information as the day's events are finalized. But please save the date! We look forward to welcoming everyone.
Susan Boyd, President
Bedford Horticultural Society
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