Member Cheryl Whalen, Head Gardener at White Flower Farm in Litchfield, was featured in the April 2018 issue of Better Homes & Gardens magazine. The article was penned by Tovah Martin, 2013 Melquist Award recipient. Tovah wrote “Delphiniums… Deserve their Drama Queen Status…” The article interviews Cheryl and includes her top choices and how-to-grow tips.
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News of interest to the gardeners and nature lovers of Connecticut.
2018 Spring Plant Sale and Auction
Thank you to everyone who helped with our Spring Plant Sale & Auction in Berlin. It takes many people to pull this event together from getting publicity out, collecting donations from nurseries and garden centers, bringing food and beverages, helping with setup and break down, helping with pricing, recording auction prices, collecting the money, running […]
Horticultural Happenings: Community Calendar
Upcoming horticultural events in our area worth considering!
A Big THANK YOU To All Of Our Members Celebrating Anniversaries!
THANK YOU again to the dedicated members who help keep CT Hort alive and interesting. During our April meeting, we celebrated the 70 members whose membership with CT Hort reached a milestone. See the names and some photos from the evening’s celebration.
CT NOFA’s Farm and Food Guide is Available!
CT NOFA is pleased to announce the availability of the brand new Connecticut Farm & Food Guide 2018 – their signature publication & online guide to finding organic all things organic near you.
SAVE THE DATE! Longwood Gardens and Mt. Cuba Center – Weds-Fri, August 22-24, 2018
This impressive 2-night summer tour is taking shape and will include visits to two spectacular gardens! An entire day will be devoted to Longwood, including a return in the evening for one of their breathtaking Illuminated Fountain Performances. Another day will be spent at Mt. Cuba Center where beauty and purpose intersect. The Center was […]
Friday, May 4, 2018 – Come to the CHS Spring Plant Sale & Auction
NOTE: The spring sale traditionally falls on the last Friday in April but Bethany Covenant Church had an event scheduled that evening. Be a part of this worthwhile and fun tradition that marks the start of spring. Admission is FREE! You’ll find trees, shrubs, perennials, annuals, assorted garden treasures and books. The evening’s proceeds fund […]