Scary Plants in Your Garden
Wednesday October 14th 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
Lower Level Meeting Room
Portage Public Library
Jackie Smith
Chihuly at Meijer Gardens
Chihuly at Meijer Gardens The Kalamazoo Garden Council members will spend the day at Meijer Gardens on a guided tram tour of the Chihuly Glass Exterior Exhibit. This is a guided tour with frequent stops for photo shoots and moments of amazement. This is a members-only event. Learn how you could become a member and … Read more
Chihuly at Meijer Gardens Member Information
Registration Information Coming Soon
Gardeners Who Influenced American Culture
Gardening has always been more than soil and seeds. It’s a way of shaping how people see their surroundings, how they care for their neighborhoods, and how they imagine the future. Long before environmental policy had a name, women across the country were already doing the work — planting wildflowers, organizing clubs, distributing seeds, and … Read more
Another Successful Flower Show!
Congratulations to our blue ribbon and rosette winners. If you see any errors in this list, please contact Sue Conat with the information. I think everyone was a winner- you all made it a beautiful show!” Sue
From One to Many: Dividing Perennials Rejuvenates Your Garden
Most of us have plants that are getting too big for their space. Dividing perennials decreases their space in the garden, giving other plants a chance. It also gives us new plants for friends and neighbors. But what should be divided in late summer or early fall? And what should only be divided in spring? … Read more
Still Time to Create a Beautiful Container Garden
Start with a hardy perennial with beautiful foliage. Transplant it into a large container. Add summer annuals (on sale everywhere in July) and Voila! Beauty for this season and the beginning of next spring. Adding hardy perennials gives a base to a container planting that you intend to have for many seasons. Pick one with … Read more
