October Meeting and Potluck time change

Our last meeting of the year is on October 15th. The time has been changed to 5pm to 7pm so avid Patriots fans can watch more of the game and still make the meeting. Dividends will be handed out (ask someone to pick yours up for you if you cannot attent), seeds will be collect, … Read more

September Meeting

Our September meeting included a presentation on Hostas and tour of the nursery at Mason Hollow Nursery in Mason, NH. Not Your Grandmother’s Hostas Sue Anderson, Owner Has your garden become shadier over time as the surrounding trees have grown taller? Is there a shady corner of your yard yearning for attention? Sue introduced us … Read more

August Meeting: Ornamental Grasses with Weston Nurseries

Our August meeting is at Weston Nurseries in Chelmsford. See your member email for full details. Nursery manager Jim Connolly is our presenter on Ornamental Grasses. Those who are attending have two options: meet at the Old Town Hall in Shirley Center (3 Parker Rd, Shirley) at 10:15am for carpooling; or meet at the nursery … Read more

Summer cookout and container contest

Butterfly visiting echinacea

John and Lucy were wonderful hosts for our July cookout and container contest. Lucy’s lilies were spectacular and her wheelbarrow / container should’ve been in our contest. Gary did a great job at the grill and the appetizers, sides, desserts and beverages members brought made for a plentiful and delicious meal. There were many entries … Read more

June Meeting: Garden Tour and Plant Swap

Our June Gardeners Exchange Garden Tour & Plant Swap will take place at Tina and Marc’s home on June 24. See the member email for their address and carpooling options. The Spring Plant Swap will kick off the meeting at 10:30am – so don’t be late or you may miss out on the best selections! … Read more