| HPS/MAG.
If you are an avid gardener and live in the mid-Atlantic,
then do I have the volunteer group for you! The Hardy
Plant Society is a wonderful organization designed to
share gardening information. They have wonderful seminars,
members’ gardens are open throughout the year and
they have several special interest groups, all of whom
have activities throughout the year. Even if you aren’t
in the mid-Atlantic region, there are lots of HPS groups
throughout the country. It is definitely worth looking
into one in your area: http://www.hardyplant.org
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Hellebores.
The hellebore is an indispensable plant for any garden,
particularly the winter garden. One of my good friends,
fondly referred to by those of us that know and love him
as “Mr Hellebore,” has started selling his
own. Brandywine Cottage, owned by David Culp, specializes
in hybrid hellebores. I can’t say enough wonderful
things about David and his special Brandywine Hellebores.
Here’s a link so you can contact him and arrange
to get your own special hellebore. You won’t find
any better! http://www.davidlculp.com/ |
| County
Extension - Do you have a pressing gardening
question? There are lots of sources to answer those questions.
But your county extension is a great start. These folks
are familiar with your growing area and current issues
that you might be dealing with.Here's a link to the Pennsylvania
Cooperative Extension Service as a start. Look for a similar
organization in your state. http://www.extension.psu.edu/ |
Planting
zone. The best way to help a plant succeed
is to put it in the right place! You’ll have much
less hassle than if you put it where you think it looks
best. Part of the “right place” is the “right
zone.” Try this link if you’re not sure of
your planting zone. http://www.usna.usda.gov/Hardzone/ushzmap.html |
Pennsylvania
Horticultural Society. Even if you’re
not from this area, this is one of the best horticultural
societies in the United States, and is rich in information.
Of course, you’re in the area the first week of
March, the Philadelphia Flower Show, put on by PHS, is
not to be missed.
http://www.pennsylvaniahorticulturalsociety.org/ |
Do you
like Japanese Maples? We are very close to
The Green Mansion Nursery, which specializes in Japanese
maples. They have over 500 species to choose from! They
are one of the few Japanese maple growers who have access
to grafts from the National Arboretum. If you are in the
Philadelphia area, stop in and chat. Green Mansion is
located at 1000 Horseshoe Pike, Downingtown, PA 19355.
They can be reached at 610-518-0101 or through email at
maplemaker@msn.com. |
Are you
headed to England for
a gardening vacation? I found the following
links very helpful in planning my recent trip:
• http://www.ngs.org.uk/
National Gardens Scheme. Helpful in
planning trips to private gardens in England.
• http://www.rhs.org.uk/
The Royal Horticulture Society
• http://www.bestbandb.net/
Wartling Place. My favorite B&B! |
Are
you planning a trip to our area?
If so, please visit Thyme on the Terrace! Here are some
helpful links for some of our favorite places to visit
and stay in the area:
• http://www.winterthur.org/
Winterthur Museum, Library and
Gardens. One of my favorites in the area.
• http://www.chanticleergarden.org
Chanticleer Garden. A wonderful, interesting
garden that has its own unique and adventuresome personality.
You won’t be disappointed.
• http://www.westchesterbid.com
West Chester. The town I live in and
love. A visit will provide you with great shops and restaurants.
• http://www.bbonline.com/pa/broadlawns/index.html
Broadlawns Bed and Breakfast. A wonderful
and comfortable B&B within walking distance of all
the great restaurants and shops of West Chester. |
