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Through the Lens of a Gardener
A slide show of images provided by members of the Kalamazoo Garden Council, created by "Random Button Pusher" for the KGC 2018 annual meeting at the request of my sister-in-law, who is a member.
Those Pesky Deer
For years I have had a huge problem with deer in my yard. As you are aware, they eat whatever they darn please. Two years ago at Wedel’s Spring Expo there was a booth with two guys from Messina Wildlife Management. I spent quite a bit of time talking with them before I bought their …
Invasive Plants – Japanese Knotweed
Japanese Knotweed Fallopia japonica, an invasive species is prevalent in Kalamazoo County. It spreads easily and seems to be incredibly indestructable. The City of Kalamazoo hired Hannah Hudson last summer as the tall grass and weeds inspector. She has a background in natural resources, but had never heard of Japanese knotweed. She quickly learned its …
Invasive Plant – Swallow-wort
Black and Pale Swallow-worts Cynanchum louiseae ( Vincetoxicum nigrum) and Cynanchum rossicum ( Vincetoxicum rossicum) Plant Threatens Michigan Monarchs Swallow-wort can be confused with Milkweed by Monarch butterflies because their seed pods are similar. This Michigan decorative garden plant, brought to the United States during the 19th century, has affected how Monarchs develop. For more …
Pollinators – Mason Bee
Mason Bee The tiny mason bee is environmentally healthy, simple and fun. Mason bees are extraordinary pollinators. These bees are very efficient, 200-300 females can pollinate an entire acre. They are native to most of North America. There are approximately 150 types of mason bees. According to Judy Beaudette writing on the website, ecolandscaping.org, “They are tunnel-nesting, …
Beneficial Insects – Braconid Wasp
Braconid Wasp Tomato hornworm covered with white cocoons of Braconid Wasp Photo Taken by Amy Nelson at Crispe House, Plainwell, MI. While gardening at Crispe House this week we came across a Tomato Hornworm in the vegetable garden near the back of the house next to the drive way. I found the Tomato Hornworm pictured to …
Carol’s Yard
The sunflowers came from birdseed and were a total surprise. The morning glory would have taken over the rose bed so we had it climb a shepherd’s hook. I really like the effect. Carol Beckius
Veterans Memorial at Riverview Cemetery
The Westwood Garden Club has taken on the project of restoring the Veterans Memorial at Riverview Cemetery. The Club is doing this in conjunction with the Kalamazoo Garden Council. It is amazing what a group of women can accomplish. I was at the memorial today. The flags were flying. The sun was shining. Thought you …
Blue Star Memorial Marker Dedications
On Saturday Sept. 19, the Chula Vista Garden Club hosted two Blue Star Memorial Dedications. The 11:00am ceremony was across from Memorial Park in Otsego, in the triangle at the crossroads of Farmer Street and Washington Street. The 1:00pm ceremony was at Sherwood Park, 121 North Sherwood, Plainwell, MI 49080
Our KGC House
The Kalamazoo Garden Council House, located at 533 N. Westnedge Ave. in Kalamazoo, is just slightly north of Markin Glen Park and south of the Kalamazoo Nature Center. Phone: 269-344-3809 Mailing Address: Kalamazoo Garden Council, 533 N. Westnedge Ave., Kalamazoo, MI 49004-3073 See MAP for detailed directions. View Larger Map