We toured several of the conservatory rooms which held a wide variety of plants; from palm trees, various species of cacti, to orchids and a corpse flower. This facility will soon be razed as a new conservatory is being built in that area.
Wednesday, February 13, 2019
Thursday, January 10, 2019
February 13, 2019 Photographing Your Flowers & Gardens
Terry Butler of Terry Butler Photography was our presenter. She is a well known photographer and blogger. We were treated with lovely examples of her expertise photographing flowers and gardens. The video was a very welcome reminder that our summer isn't that far away.
To see more, go to https://terrybutlerphotography.com
January 9, 2019 Gardening Tip Sharing and Hobby Discussion
Today's meeting was a round-robin discussion of tips and ideas from members regarding what worked in their gardens including tool recommendations, plants and techniques. Plus - members shared their non-gardening talents and hobbies by bringing project examples for display. Here are some examples of "can't live without" tools we discussed. It was a fun exchange of ideas and knowledge!
Friday, December 14, 2018
December 12 Holiday Brunch and Gift Exchange
Our annual holiday brunch and gift exchange was held Wednesday, December 12 at The Barn in Fields of St. Croix.
Thursday, November 15, 2018
November 14 Wreath Making
We met at The Barn in Fields of St. Croix for a wreath making event. Instruction was given by Jenn Hovland, Fleur de Louise Floral Studio.
Wreath forms and several varieties of evergreen were provided along with ribbon, pine cones, magnolia leaves and other materials so each attendee could create their own, unique design.
Wreath forms and several varieties of evergreen were provided along with ribbon, pine cones, magnolia leaves and other materials so each attendee could create their own, unique design.
Saturday, September 29, 2018
October 10 Our Annual Business Meeting, Brunch and Silent Auction
Trillium's annual business meeting, potluck brunch and silent auction was held on Wednesday, October 10.
The 2019 slate of officers was presented and members voted. Our leadership team includes four officers and five standing committee chairs. Here is a summary of roles within our club.
The 2019 slate of officers was presented and members voted. Our leadership team includes four officers and five standing committee chairs. Here is a summary of roles within our club.
- Officers (elected positions) - President, Vice President/Program Chair, Secretary, Treasurer
- Standing Chairs: Membership, Publicity/Email, Sunshine, Rock Garden Plant Sale, all of which are not elected but appointed by the President.
The silent auction was held that included a wide variety of horticulture related items.
The silent auction was held that included a wide variety of horticulture related items.
Saturday, September 1, 2018
September 12: Seed Harvesting!
Our Program was a discussion. The Topic: Seed Harvesting
Two of our members; Pat Murphy and Paula Hemer, facilitated the discussion and share with us their methods of collecting/saving seeds from their gardens. A wide variety of annual and perennial plant examples were on display. After the discussion and review of the handout, each member was able to choose their favorites and take seeds for next year!
Two of our members; Pat Murphy and Paula Hemer, facilitated the discussion and share with us their methods of collecting/saving seeds from their gardens. A wide variety of annual and perennial plant examples were on display. After the discussion and review of the handout, each member was able to choose their favorites and take seeds for next year!
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