The Newsletter May 2010

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1 The Newsletter May 2010 Rudbeckia hirta ( Black-eyed Susan ) Editor: Hermina Hubert Phone: herminahubert@yahoo.com. Membership: Claire Liinamaa Phone: claire_nl@sympatico.ca Visit our web site: www. sudburyhorticulturalsociety.ca Helping with the weeding at John Street Park are Wayne Hugli,Uta Decker, Ed Decker, Loanne Matte, and Georgette Mitchell. Friendship! Dedicated to the beautification of the Sudbury region and the preservation of our environment Friendship is an arrangement by which we undertake to exchange small favours for big ones! Baron de Montesquieu

2 Page 2 John Street Park Thank You We would like to thank those who braved the cold and wind to help with the cleanup at John Street Park on April 21st and again on May 5 th. Ersine Abdhula, Colombe Charest, Dave Chevrier, Rachelle Corrigan, Theresa Cullum, Ed Decker, Uta Decker, Don Ethier, Madeleine Genier, Linda Hugli, Wayne Hugli, Barb Knuff, Joanne Matte, Caitlin McAuliffe, Cassidy McAuliffe, Georgette Mitchell, Bob Muraska, Pat O Grady, Jane Palmer, Rick Reynen, Lisa Robinson, Nadia Snajdr, and Sue Turgeon Ersin Abdhula, Nadia Snajdr, Sue Turgeon, and Barb Knuff thank you to "PLANET EARTH ORGANIC LANDSCAPING AND GARDENING" for the donation of a load of garden mix that was used to top-dress the area under the pin cherry trees. T (above: Spring below: this spring) The Pin Cherry Garden The area beneath the pin cherry trees was created last spring by Hermina, Keirann Santala, and friend John. The ground was levelled and huge stones were transported from the edge of the park to create flowerbeds. Paving stones were set into place for the cement bench to rest. It has become a peaceful haven to remember Hermine Calyn and Erik Hansen.

3 The Sudbury Master Gardeners & The Sudbury Horticultural Society Present a Spring Gardening Seminar Sunday, May 16th, 1 pm to 4 pm CNIB on York Street Speakers: John Renaud Myke and the Soil Food Web Suzanne Hanna - If Weeds Could Talk Ron Lewis The Challenges of Organic Vegetable Gardening Admission is $10 at the door, and includes light refreshments For further information, contact Linda at webmaster@sudburyhorticulturalsociety.ca or Ask the Master Gardeners Question: This summer will be our first summer in our new home. We have a beautiful large backyard that backs onto a ravine and much of it is tree covered. I am looking to create a perennial garden and would like lots of colour. In this area there is a lot of moss. So I am wondering how to conquer this, what plants would give me the colour but not need a lot of light, and will the moss cause problems? Answer: It sounds as though you have a lovely new property, Tracey. It seems that you'll need to do some site preparation though. Causes of excessive moss include compacted soils, poorly drained soils, low soil fertility, high or low soil ph, and poor air circulation. You may have to prune back your trees and shrubs to improve the air circulation and sunlight penetration. Dig lots of compost into the soil before you begin to plant your perennials. You can also add horticultural limestone, but only if a ph test indicates that your soil it too acidic. Your local nurseries can help you to select shade tolerant plants. Most plant tags also indicate light preferences. Enjoy your new gardening adventure!

4 WHITEWATER GREENHOUSES & YARD ART STUDIO (Azilda, ON) WHAT WE OFFER Come & see our new upside down garden!!!! Come for a ride, a chat or whatever, we enjoy seeing you!! See us also on the Studio Tour Sept. 25 th & 26 th. Annuals, perennials, vegetables, herbs, grapes, trees & shrubs, hand made & unique topiaries, outdoor mosaic glass, original hanging baskets, bags & planters. Ideas, ideas, ideas!!! And much more Something for everyone, guaranteed! UPCOMING YARD ART COURSES All our courses are max. 1 day. Our instructors are very qualified in their crafts! Private courses can be arranged with min. 6 persons. STAINED GLASS FOR THE GARDEN Saturday, June 5 th or 19 th - Create your garden stepping stone and learn the basics of stained glass. Supplies included. Cost: $75.00 CONCRETE / CEMENT LEAVES Saturday, May 29 th or June 12 th - Make your very own take home leaf! A beautiful art accent for your garden! Supplies included. Cost: $40.00 HYPERTUFA May 29 th or June 12 th - Fabricate your very own plant container...an alternative to store-bought garden pots & decorations, and they withstand our weather! All supplies & plants included. Cost: $ "A work in progress" Open Thurs. & Fri Sat. & Sun. 9-5 (Other days call before) What am I? Last month s clue: I was revered by the Aztecs and a favourite subject of the painter van Gogh...Answer: the Sunflower This month s clue: In the 1500s, Spanish explorers introduced me to an area that later became known as Florida. I can live for more than 80 years. Hypertufa Mushrooms : Create an exceptional decoration with the help of Enzo Floreani (Master Gardener) whose design is fantastic. May 29 th or June 12 th Cost: $65.00 NEW PLANTS THIS YEAR Over 200 types of annuals: s/a Brugmansias, Amaranthus, Coleus, Globemaster Aliums, Echinacea Tiki Torch, Sundown Day lilies- Chicago Apache & Innwood (Both Beautiful) Asters - Anneke & Crimson Brocade - beautiful red, fall colours, Tall Phlox - different colours, Hostas - Blue Mouse Ears, Orange Marmalade, Paradigm, Fire & Ice & too many others to mention. A Request! Greetings! I am looking for the name and contact # of someone in the Sudbury area who knows a lot about grafting plants. My is michelgiroux@persona.ca Thank you...michel Giroux

5 DATES TO REMEMBER May 9 - Mother s day May 16 - Spring Gardening Seminar at CNIB June 1 - Executive Meeting at Red Oak Villa, 7:00 pm. Page 5 Planting at John St. Park Colourful annuals, and more, will be planted on Thursday, June 10, beginning at 4:00 pm...weather permitting. One never knows what mother nature will send our way...like the snow storm that surrounded the red tulips in my garden. June 5 - Spring Plant Sale at Market Sq. - Convention Planning Committee Meeting in Elliot Lake, 10-3 pm June 10 - Planting at John St. Park, 4:00pm July 3 - Rose & Perennial Show at the New Sudbury Shopping Centre July 17 & 18 - Open Garden Weekend Spring Plant Sale Saturday, June 5 at Market Square, north side (Elm St.) 8:00 am - 2:00 pm < Please dig, pot, and name your plants, if you are donating some, and are able. < Bring them to Corona s house, 2758 Algonquin Rd. ( ) during the week before the sale...or... < Bring the potted and labelled plants to Market Sq. Saturday morning by 8:00 am. < There will be some potting of plants at Corona s on Friday, June 6, starting at 10:30 am...come out and help! < Do you have a truck or trailer?? We will need the plants transported to Market Sq. Friday afternoon or Sat. morning at 7:00 am. Call Pat if you can help. Southview Greenhouse Growers BEDDING PLANTS - GERANIUMS - PERENNIALS TREES - SHRUBS - FALL MUMS Joe Reid 2500 Southview Drive Tel: (705) Sudbury, ON. P3E 4M9 Fax: (705)

6 The African Violet Show at the CNIB Ed Decker (below, with Uta Decker and Colombe) carved the intricate bird (above). Ties Van Dam and Colombe Charest, selling her donated plants This lovely blooming entry was quilted by Shelby Woolnough Carol Skanes entered gorgeous, award-winning orchids (above). Another entry in the Hobbyist Arts & Crafts was a wonderfully painted rock by Rachelle Corrigan. Camilla Yahnke, Kathleen Stott, Dorothy Pattison, Pam Cowen and Alison Perry