We will be going for our annual Nordlie Shopping Trip on Thursday, October 24th! We are expected to be in Grandville at 1pm. Please pack a lunch or plan to be in Grandville early and eat in Grandville or somewhere along the way if you want. Phil Rettman will provide snacks, coffee and water when …
Three Surprising Solutions to Climate Change
August Environment Report by Denise Clegg In a June 2019 article in Forbes Magazine with the above name, author Jeff McMahon discusses three unusual ways to affect climate change. His source is Project Drawdown a world-class research and communication organization which serves as a non-partisan, noncommercial, highly trusted source of solutions to reverse global warming. …
Floral Design Tips Learned at the 2019 MGC Convention
by Jeanette Meyer Garden Council members I learned some fun and helpful hints from one of the speakers, William Santos, who is owner of Monarch Garden & Floral Design in Petoskey, while attending the MGC state meeting. I would like to share these with you. I know you are an experienced and knowledgeable group, but …
Invasive Garlic Mustard
Garlic mustard is an exotic invasive plant from Europe that invades woodland habitats in North America and impacts forest biodiversity. In some woodlands, dense stands of garlic mustard in the spring threaten showy spring blooming ephemerals like spring beauty, trilliums and trout lilies. Other research points toward potentially negative impacts on timber species and forest health. …
Michigan Master Naturalist Program
This program is open to anyone who has an interest in the great out of doors! Participants in the “Michigan Master Naturalist” program will gain a greater understanding of the natural environment and conservation techniques while learning the flora native to Michigan. Throughout the program, local volunteer opportunities may become apparent. Participants can take an …
Just added to the Council Shop! March 2019
Crowning Glory floral spray is the spray used at our Greens Sale to preserve the fresh greens arrangements. We are offering a 16 oz. spray bottle for $3.00, a significant savings over retail price! The bottle comes pre-mixed and ready to use. Also, as an eco-friendly bonus, you can bring back the empty spray bottle …
Consequences of Seemingly Harmless Activity
Are you planning a vacation this year? Going to do some hiking? Have you seen the signs for leave no trace. “Please take nothing but photos leave nothing but footprints,” they say. Or, “pack it in pack it out.” You get the idea. According to information in an m-live article rock stacking is causing environmental …
Council Shop- Your One Stop for All Your Fresh Arrangement Needs!
The Council House Shop has many supplies available at great savings for your fresh arrangement creations. We carry both green and black oasis, various gauges of floral wire, floral tapes and picks as well as bases to hold half, full or two blocks of oasis! Floral Fresh water additive in packets and single stem vials …
Greens Gifts
Thinking about Christmas in Michigan or about the Holidays may feel a little strange this time of year. However, your referring business associates, clients, employees, friends, or relatives will appreciate your thoughtfulness in planning as the holiday season arrives. The garden clubs of Kalamazoo Garden Council will be offering quality hand-made and decorated holiday greens …
Flower Show Video
Catch the Buzz: This 5 minute-20 second video is comprised of video clips and photographs taken by our own Council members and set to a musical background. The project was created as a visual summary of our Standard Flower Show beyond the pages of the Book of Evidence. Much of the behind the scenes work …
