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Category Archives: Floral arrangements
“We’ve Got Talent”
In light of the upcoming holiday season, which seems to be quickly approaching, Chester Garden Club members and guests were invited to put on their creative hats, give each other inspiration and encouragement and create a seasonal arrangement. In … Continue reading
Posted in Autumn colours, Crafts, Evergreens, Floral arrangements, Gardening, Nature's Designs, Seasons, Softwoods, Trees
Reflections of “Lest We Forget”
“Lest We Forget “ Flower Shows begin long before the scheduled date. Many gardeners begin by planting very early in order to have a plant in bloom for a show day specimen and / or planned design. Encouragement and … Continue reading
Posted in Floral arrangements, Flower Show, Gardening
Flower Show Challenge
Chester Garden Club’s Flower Show “ Lest We Forget” A Floral Tribute will be held the 26th of July at the Chester Legion Hall. Expectations are high for those who participate in our annual, well attended, flower show. For … Continue reading
Are you Winter-Weary ?
In March the winter-weary world begins to awaken from its long rest. Now the remnants of winter are washed away by what is often to referred to as the “tides of March”. In every pond, lake, river and … Continue reading
Spring Blossoms
Do you want to force a branch? Coincidentally, late winter is the best time to prune deciduous trees and large shrubs. We usually head out into the yard with pruners in hand starting in late February or early March. We … Continue reading
Posted in Floral arrangements, Forsythia, Gardening, Seasons, Spring, Star magnolia
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Happy Holiday Season from Chester Garden Club
Chester garden club members and guests gather the third Monday each month and begin each meeting with a speaker or activity of interest. Our November, 2017 meeting included the later with early preparation of festive seasonal arrangements for the … Continue reading
It’s November and …
It’s November and, although we have had two heavy frosts and it is cool now, up until a few days ago gardeners have been amazed by the warm temperatures here in the Chester and surrounding area. The following are few … Continue reading
Posted in Annuals, Autumn, Autumn colours, Berries, Birds, Floral arrangements, Gardening, Seasons, Vegetables
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