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News
News of interest to the gardeners and nature lovers of Connecticut.
David C.H. Austin OBE VMH
It is with great sadness that the Austin family announces the passing of David C. H. Austin Snr OBE VMH, rosarian and founder of David Austin Roses Ltd.
Newly Minted Master Gardeners are Guests at January Meeting
Please join me in welcoming the latest graduating class of Master Gardeners to our January 17 meeting.
Board of Director Complete! Search for Vice President Continues…
With the additions of member Cheryl Marino, Membership Chair, and Carol Quish from the UConn Home & Garden Education Center, the Board of Directors is now complete. There is still an open opportunity for a special someone to accept the role of Vice President.
Connecticut Horticultural Society Scholarship Recipients 2018-2019
Meet this year’s scholarship recipients who were introduced to members at our October 2018 meeting: CTHort Director Christopher Tuccio, NVCC Professor: Amy Chesmer, UConn Dir. Development; David Rascati UConn; CT Hort Pres. Brett Isaacson; Chloe Girouard-Martel, NVCC and Sydney Bolduc, NVCC…
Reminder!
With the holidays just around the corner, we ask that you consider Connecticut Horticultural Society (CT Hort) when making your list: Give the gift of membership! Do you have a friend or relative who you have been trying to get to join you at the monthly Speaker Meetings? Need a gift for a gardener friend […]
Holiday Closings
We wish you the best of holidays and a safe & healthy New Year! The CT Hort Office will be closed: Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 22 December 12 through January 2 Reopening Thursday, January 3