Andrew Cutright, landscape architect and president of Greensward, spoke on "Hardscape Elements in the Garden" at the March meeting of the garden club. Admirably he was able to condense 20 years of design experience into an easily grasped and interesting overview of the principle design elements found in most landscapes. Andrew's accompanying photographs of his firm's unique outdoor designs were impressive and prompted numerous questions from the members.
March 16, 2023 - Horticulture & Design Exhibits
Division 1 - Horticulture
Section A. Flowering Branch
Class 1. Salix discolor (Pussywillow)
Class 2. Chaenomeles (Flowering Quince)
Class 3. Spirea pruniflora (Bridal Wreath)
Class 4. Other
Section B. Bulbs, Corms, Rhizomes & Tubers
Class 5. Crocus
Class 6. Narcissus (Daffodil)
Class 7. Hyacinthus (Hyacinth)
Class 8. Other
Section C. Perennials
Class 9. Helleborus (Hellebore)
Class 10. Primula (Primrose)
Class 11. Mertensia virginicus (Virginia Bluebell)
Class 12. Other
Section D. Container Grown Plants Grower's Choice
Class 13. Home Grown
Class 14. Greenhouse Grown
Judges - Joy and Debra
Division II - Design
"Keeping It Straight" - Creative Line Design. Backdrop encouraged. Design type and plant material to be listed on a 3x5 card. Remember Principles of Design. Use NGC 2017 Handbook for Flower Shows, page 74.
Judges - Joy and Debra
*Tip: Start cool weather vegetable seeds indoors.
Dust and feed house plants.
Repot rootbound plants.
Complete dormant plant cut back.
Do final clean up of dead leaves and debris.
Feed flowering trees and shrubs.