Benjamin Franklin said “An investment in knowledge pays the best interest”. Learning new and exciting skills, acquiring knowledge from any source, and meeting the fabulous people willing to share their knowledge and skills and stories is what the Norcross Garden Club members hope to offer each and every person encountered. In October we had the pleasure of hosting Amanda Dew…
Members from the club have had the exciting opportunity to plant in dedicated raised beds at the Discovery Garden Park this season. Witness the progress already made in just a few weeks. First plantings went in October 14th and included Osaka Mixed Ornamental Cabbage, Rainbow Swiss Chard, Chives, Lettuce ‘Sandy’ Oakleaf type, Lemongrass, Cilantro, Emperor Red Lake, Pac Choi, Goji Berry…
The day was perfect for weeding and enjoying the bounty of the cottage garden. Fall is a perfect time to enjoy the garden and the Norcross Cottage Garden is no exception. Stop by and enjoy the Fall foliage.
The Norcross Garden Club has hit the ground running after becoming the newest club to join the Dogwood District. Previously a member of the Laurel District, the move to Dogwood has proven much more advantageous logistically and we could not have been welcomed any better nor made our presence known to other clubs in the Atlanta area than by attending…
You would think that members of a garden club would be delighted to share their hard work and passions from their own gardens, and you’d be right. Here are a few. We’ll keep adding as they become available. Enjoy. From Trudy’s deck: Whether in a container or in a garden bed, coleus are very hardy colorful additions to any garden….
Children’s Gardening Program started at Norcross’ Community Market Our Club’s “Blossoming Gardeners” program sprouted this past summer, engaging kids with fun activities during the Norcross Community Market. Seeded by members Trudy Rudert, Tixie Fowler and Leanne Penman, the 3-session program introduces young visitors to the basics of gardening. A new “Blossoming Gardener”! Clark earned his certificate by participating in all…
Check out Georgia Master Gardener upcoming conferences. To receive the GMGA Conference Early Bird Registration rate – Register by Friday, September 1st. PLUS Four Friday afternoon workshops open to non-conference participants. Check out upcoming conferences and speaker details here.
by Teresa Stoker It has been so many years, I cannot recall where I acquired the white Phalaenopsis orchid that sits on a potting table in our greenhouse. Sometime in the past, a purple oxalis popped up in the same pot and seems to enjoy the partnership. Orchids intimidate lots of gardeners. My mother was successful at growing just about…
If you are one of the fortunate individuals who visits the Norcross Community Market, Saturdays during the summer, you will notice a variety of vendors, culinary offerings, and of course special guests. June 10 the special guest to entertain and delight visitors was our very own Norcross Garden Club. Based on the pictures alone, you should be enticed to visit…
Each year Norcross Garden Club member Betty Williams creates a stunning floral arrangement containing flowers and plantings from the Club’s garden as well as member gardens. The arrangement will be on display in the rotunda of Norcross City Hall until June 10th. This arrangement marks the beginning of National Garden Week which runs this year from June 4 – June 10. …
We are proud members of the National Garden Club, Dogwood District of the Garden Club of Ga. & Deep South organizations.
