Cultivate: Downing Children's Garden Issue by Botanica Wichita

Cultivate Vol. XXIV No. 3 â&#x20AC;˘ Summer 2011

2011 Board of Trustees OFFICERS Steve Hauck, President Kathi Stark, Vice-President Justus Fugate, Treasurer TRUSTEES Michael Allen Susan Bowers Cari Clayton Steve English Jim Hand Mark Jolliffe Kristy Kniest Meg Mathewson Elton Parsons Peter Salmeron Dana Smith Nancy Stubbs Len Suchy Beverly Thornton EX-OFFICIO TRUSTEES Bryan Frye President, Board of Park Commissioners Cathy Holdeman Assistant City Manager, City of Wichita Doug Kupper Director of Park & Recreation, City of Wichita Janet Miller City Council, City of Wichita- Mayor’s Appointee

in this issue 1 2-4 5 6 7 9 10-12 17 18 19-31

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Letter From The Director In Bloom The Butterfly House is Back! Alfresco Gala Tuesdays on the Terrace Lunchtime Lectures June-August Calendars In The Gardens Youth Discovery Programs A Guide to the Downing Children’s Garden Tributes

Inside cover: "Alert Status" by Barney Tull

need gardening tips? Look for our monthly television feature, The Monthly Dirt, on City 7, featuring gardening tips from our staff of experts.

Cultivate is the member magazine for Botanica, The Wichita Gardens. For more information about Botanica's programs, events or Gardens, please call 316-264-0448 or visit our website at www.botanica.org. While on our website, be sure to sign up for our monthly e-newsletter and text updates. You can also connect with us through our blog, facebook, twitter and flickr pages. For information on advertising to a targeted audience through Cultivate, contact Mia Jenkins at 316-264-0448 or mjenkins@botanica.org. Cultivate © 2011, Botanica, The Wichita Gardens Vol. XXIV, No. 3 • June-August 2011

Cultivate

from the

director

ow – more than ever – is a great time to be a member of Botanica, The Wichita Gardens. The muchNanticipated Downing Children’s Garden opens Saturday, July 2, and Botanica members are invited to a special preview party on Sunday, June 26 from 1-5 p.m.

In addition to the Children’s Garden, summer’s arrival offers many options for visitors: • Stroll the Gardens and appreciate the vibrant colors and textures of more than 20,000 summer annuals. • Go to The Butterfly House, where you can observe and learn about the lifecycle of a butterfly. • Enjoy a good book in a peaceful setting or gather the family for an afternoon picnic. • Join us for happy hour and live music on Tuesday evenings by attending Tuesdays on the Terrace. Dinner will be available for purchase on member nights (the last Tuesday of the month). • Participate in adult and youth educational workshops and classes. • Join us for live music and great Italian food at our annual Alfresco Gala on July 29. It’s an exciting time to be part of Botanica. The opening of the Children’s Garden will expand the opportunities for youth education/enjoyment and help grow the Gardens with increased income from memberships, attendance and donations. The economic impact from this new attraction also benefits the community. Local businesses will be boosted as families from across the state will travel to Wichita to visit the Children’s Garden. We sincerely appreciate your continued support and look forward to seeing you in the Gardens this summer. Gratefully,

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in bloom

with patrick mckernan

reetings from the Gardens and welcome to Summer. G As June heats up, the much-anticipated opening of the Downing Children’s Garden grows near. Our extremely dry spring has been good for construction progress, but has hampered our planting and water crews. The construction of the new garden area has been challenging on many facets, but we have been extremely fortunate to have Howard Thome as the lead contractor on this project. Howard has continuously modified elements of the project to make sure that they fit within the space and fit the educational mission of the Garden. I can’t thank Howard enough for his attention to quality and detail. His hard work has created garden structures and hardscapes that will remain for decades to come. Simpson & Associates can be proud of the work that their crews have done and proud of Howard for what he has accomplished. The addition of the Downing Children’s Garden has given us the opportunity to widen the plant palette in our collection (see page 26 for details). Staff Horticulturalist, Janet Gordon, has taken the leading role in the plant design and placement for the Downing Children’s Garden. She has worked tirelessly to locate and acquire new plants for the Garden, including new cultivars not yet on the market from: Arnold’s Greenhouse, Bailey Nursery, Greenleaf Nursery, Monrovia, Studebaker Nursery and more. She has also worked with local nurseries to include their plants in our collections and is still working on finding plants as we complete the planting process. I sincerely appreciate Janet’s work in selecting plants with the smells, textures and names that will enhance the visitor experience in the Children’s Garden.

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'Limelight'

Quick Fire™ Hydrangea

Oakleaf Hydrangea

'Bulk'

‘Vaughn’s Lillie’

Hydrangea paniculata

Hydrangea quercifolia

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Hydrangea macrophylla 'Blushing Bride'

Panicle Hydrangea Hydrangea paniculata

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Blushing Bride Hydrangea

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Endless Summer®

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Smooth Hydrangea Hydrangea arborescens ‘Annabelle’

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big blossoms:

Beyond the new one-acre Children’s Garden, you’ll notice some additional changes during your visit(s) to Botanica, including: a new bus turn-around, a reconfigured Xeriscape Garden and Wildflower Meadow, the newly installed Marjorie I. Meyer Memorial Plaza, a new grassy Meadow area, a paved trail through the Woodland Walk tying the Woodland Bird Garden to the Frank Smith Woodland Glade, newly redecked/reroofed Pavilions and several other improvements. All of these improvements and additions are designed to enhance current garden areas or add new areas with the same look and feel of the existing Gardens. I would like to thank the garden staff and volunteers for their exceptional work over the last six months. We have had an arduous task removing sand, hauling compost and mulch, planting, watering and maintaining the current Garden footprint during the driest spring on record. Everyone has pulled together to keep the Gardens beautiful and create a spectacular new horticultural display for the enjoyment of the community. Those who have contributed their time and talents have my greatest appreciation and gratitude for a job well done. During the summer, we are fortunate to enjoy a wonderful show of colorful perennials, such as wildflowers, roses and waterlilies, as well as the texture and color of thousands of summer annuals. Behind the perennials and annuals, we find an array of flowering shrubs that provide a beautiful backdrop to smaller plantings, attract bees, butterflies and hummingbirds and provide color when other perennials have succumbed to the heat. In this issue, I will feature some of our favorite

summer flowering shrubs and highlight their contributions to the Gardens. Hydrangeas are a diverse group of shrubs. The blooms of the plant range in color from white to red, and pale lavender to indigo blue. Aside from the beautiful flowers, many hydrangeas are valued for their lovely foliage. They are relatively easy to grow and have several different uses in the garden. Whether used as a focal point or border, the hydrangea will add life and color to a garden throughout the growing season. Botanica’s collection features many hydrangea species, subspecies and cultivars. Here are a few of our staff’s favorites: Hydrangea arborescens- This species tends to be a smaller shrub, reaching three to five feet in height and spread at maturity. It blooms only on new wood, so it can be pruned to the ground each spring. It has a rounded shape and tends to have yellow foliage in the fall. In the Gardens, we feature ‘Incrediball’ and ‘Invincibelle.’ Hydrangea macrophylla- This species is known as a ‘Mophead’ type because of its large flower heads that measure eight to twelve inches in diameter. It blooms on both old and new wood and tends to reach three to five feet in height and spread at maturity. It has an upright, rounded shape with foliage that features red to brown color in the fall. In the Gardens, we feature these cultivars: ‘Light-O-Day,’ ‘Endless Summer,’ Big Daddy,’ ‘Blushing Bride,’ ‘Fuji Waterfall,’ and ‘Sun Goddess.’ Hydrangea paniculata-This species is larger in size, with most specimens reaching at least six to eight feet in height and spread at maturity. It has an upright, rounded or arching shape with no significant fall color. In the Gardens we have these cultivars: ‘Tickled Pink,’ ‘The Swan,’ ‘Bulk,’ ‘Limelight,’ and ‘Tardiva.’ Hydrangea quercifolia-This species is the largest of the Hydrangea, with an eight to ten foot height and spread at maturity, though some newer cultivars are being bred to a three to four foot size. The leaves have the shape of

‘Kopper King’- A compact cultivar with marvelous copper-red, deeply dissected leaves and large dinner platesized flowers. Flowers are light pink with red veining and a bright red central eye. Each flower has a prominent and showy pale yellow tubular central staminal column.

Hardy Hibiscus

Hibiscus x moscheutos

'Southern Belle'

Hardy Hibiscus

Hibiscus x moscheutos

'Robert Fleming'

Hardy Hibiscus Hibiscus moscheutos ‘Crown Jewels’

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Cranberry Punch® Hardy Hibiscus Hibiscus moscheutos ‘Whit XX’

All hydrangeas do better in our zone with some afternoon shade, but recent breeding has made them easier to grow in our climate. They produce spectacular summer flowers in the Garden, as well as continued seasonal interest through fall foliage color and dried flower heads. Hardy Hibiscus (also known as Rose Mallow) are very durable shrubs in the landcape. They prefer soil rich in organic matter and will tolerate wet sites, but we have seen them perform well in the sandy soil of the Xeriscape Garden. We have 21 varieties in our collection, with flower sizes ranging from six to twelve inches in diameter. Some flowers are solid petals, while others are cut petals that form the shape of a five-vained pinwheel. The foliage comes in a light-green, solid, pubescent form to a three-five lobed maple shaped cut leaf. Foliage color during the season ranges from light green to dark green to a copper-red to a wine-purple color, which creates a great display on its own. The height varies across cultivars, ranging from 20 inches up to 96 inches. The flower season ranges from mid-to-late summer, or early fall, again depending on the cultivar. Flower colors come in many shades of white, pink, purple, red or bi-colored. At Botanica, our Hardy Hibiscus are treated as perennial shrubs, with the tops removed four to six inches above the ground each spring. They break dormancy very late in the spring, so interplanting them with daffodils or other spring bulbs will add color to your bed until it sprouts again. Here are five of our favorite hardy hibiscus favorites, sure to create a giant show of color in your yard:

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Hardy Hibiscus Hibiscus x moscheutos 'Kopper King'

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bold blooms:

a red Oak leaf, giving it its common name, Oakleaf Hydrangea. This is the most reliable of the species to grow here and has the best fall color. At Botanica, we feature ‘Alice,’ ‘Snowflake,’ ‘Snow Queen,’ and ‘Vaughn’s Lillie.’

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‘Whit XX’- Dark red flowers bloom all summer above dark green leaves with red veins. A plant that matures at two to three feet high and wide, its compact growth habit makes it useful for many garden applications. ‘Southern Belle’- All summer long, enormous nine-inch pink, red, rose, and white blooms completely cover the compact two to three foot plant. This is one of the most commonly available cultivars. ‘Robert Fleming’- ‘Robert Fleming’ is a three-foot tall, compact hardy hibiscus with hydrangea-like foliage. The flowers are eight to nine inches wide and one of the darkest reds of all the hardy hibiscus. ‘Crown Jewels’- This is a two to three foot tall hardy hibiscus with dark, refined, maple-cut leaves. It has eight to ten inch creamy white flowers with a streaking red center that makes this cultivar the jewel of the garden. In my opinion, Crape Myrtle is the king of the summer blooming shrubs. Durable, heat-loving, drought-tolerant, with good fall foliage color and exfoliating bark in older specimens. At Botanica, we cut all of our specimens within six inches of the ground each spring to control the overall size. Crape Myrtles bloom on new wood, so pruning also keeps the flowers at eye-level for our visitors. Many people choose not to prune their specimens and keep them in tree-form. The harsh winter killed the tops on many of the taller, tree-formed plants in our area for the first time in 15-20 years, but although they have lost their height, they will come back from the ground. Botanica has 17 cultivars in its collections, in a variety of colors: pink, white, red, purple and bi-color. Here are five of our featured crape myrtle favorites, sure to create a spectacular show in your yard: ‘Cotton Candy’- This five foot deciduous shrub has blooms that feature three different shades together. White flowers gradually change from soft to dark pink. Fall foliage color ranges from red to yellow.

‘Velma’s Royal Delight’- This cultivar is a compact, upright, shrub which features dark green foliage turning orange to red in fall and terminal, crepe-papery, six-to-nine inch panicles of magenta pink flowers from mid-summer to early fall. The colorful flowers give way to seed capsules, which often persist well into winter.’Velma’s Royal Delight’ is a unique color and is considered to be one of the most cold hardy varieties. ‘Centennial Spirit’- A medium-sized deciduous shrub that is covered with panicles of crinkly dark, wine-red blossoms from late June until early October. Its rich, dark green foliage turns red-orange in autumn. ‘Blizzard’- This semi-dwarf crape myrtle grows five to ten feet tall in height. As the name implies, it provides a blizzard of brilliant white flowers in the summer. ‘Prairie Lace’- A small to medium sized deciduous shrub covered with panicles of bi-colored blossoms in the summer. Its blossoms have medium pink petals bordered by pure white. The new leaves emerge winered, gradually turning very dark green. Fall foliage color is red to red-orange. In addition to Hydrangea, Hardy Hibiscus and Crape Myrtle, other great blooming shrubs include: Buddleia, Hepticodium, Perovskia and Vitex. All of these shrubs will add to the color palette in your garden during the heat of summer. In closing, I personally invite you to visit the Gardens weekly to discover the changes and beauty that summer has to offer at Botanica. No matter what your favorite summer bloomer is, you are likely to find something new in the Gardens to inspire you. Each time you visit, you are offering your support and appreciation of the staff and volunteers who keep Botanica growing. For that we thank you.

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Crape Myrtle

Lagerstroemia indica ‘Centennial Spirit’

Crape Myrtle

Lagerstroemia indica ‘Blizzard’

Crape Myrtle

Lagerstroemia indica 'Prairie Lace'

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Lagerstroemia indica ‘Velma’s Royal Delight’

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Crape Myrtle

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Lagerstroemia indica ‘Cotton Candy’

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Crape Myrtle

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brilliant blooms:

butterfly

house

Butterflies are back! Botanica's Butterfly House is a public habitat dedicated to the

education and exploration of butterflies. This themed garden is a controlled, healthy environment designed to exhibit butterflies and allow visitors the opportunity to observe the interaction of plant and animal species in a natural setting. Enter the Butterfly House, a 2880 square foot net-covered butterfly exhibit, to see numerous species of native and exotic butterflies in free flight and nectar plants for these butterfly species. See the butterfly life cycle first-hand as butterflies emerge from their chrysalides and take their first flights, see the types of plants to add to your home landscape to attract butterflies or try your hand at identifying different butterfly species. Watch beautiful butterflies fly, sun themselves and feed among the lantana, pentas and other plant material. The Butterfly House is open daily from June-September during regular hours of operation and is included with admission or membership. It is a place where people of all ages can get up close to these beautiful insects and gain a keener understanding of them. We invite you to visit the Butterfly House this summer and make your own connection with nature.

popular species • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Banded Orange Buckeye Crimson Patch Giant Swallowtail Malachite Monarch Mourning Cloak Painted Lady Question Mark Red Admiral Red Postman Spicebush Swallowtail Tiger Swallowtail Variegated Frittillary White Peacock Zebra Longwing

explore discover learn observe butterfly house sponsored by:

open daily from

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gala the event

Enjoy outdoor dining with an Italian flair as Botanica's themed gardens become the ethereal backdrop for this year's Alfresco Gala. We invite you to join us for a harmonious blend of beautiful gardens, culinary treats and good companyall to benefit Botanica. At 9 p.m., continue the celebration in the Meadow with the Afterglow Party, featuring the fabulous live music of Blue Eyed Soul Tickets are $100 per person, $75 for Botanica members. Reservations are required by July 26. For reservations, go online to botanica.org or contact Kathy Scott or Jamee Ross at 316.264.0448.

july 29,

7 p.m.

the menu Mixed Summer Greens Insalata Caprese Caesar Salad Cups with Parmesan Frico Grissini with Prosciutto & Gorgonzola Antipasto Boards White Bean Dip Olive Tapenade Gazpacho Shooters Prosciutto e melone Spicy Sausage or Shrimp Flatbreads Grilled Chicken or Caprese Paninis Make your own pasta from a selection of: pasta, meats, vegetables & sauces A variety of Bruschetta: Grilled Pork Tenderloin, Citrus Grilled Salmon, Grilled Chicken & Goat Cheese with Sun Dried Tomato and more! Frozen Bellinis Limoncellos White Sangria A Selection Of Beer & Wine

presented

by:

sponsored by:

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birding

botanica

3RD TUESDAY• 9 A.M.

Bring your binoculars and tour the grounds with birdwatchers Pat and Roy Beckemeyer to encounter and learn about the birds that call the Gardens home during the summer. This one-hour guided walk is for birders of all ages and skill levels. Included with membership or admission.

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join and get a free, one-year subscription

or a limited time, with the purchase or renewal of a f Botanica membership, you will receive a FREE, one-year

subscription (or additional year if you are a current subscriber) to Better Homes & Gardens® magazine. Subscription cards will be sent in the mail along with the new membership cards. Botanica is a great place to entertain, exercise or escape. Join today and receive free garden admission year-round, guest passes, discounts on events and programs, gift shop purchases and a whole lot more. Plus, your membership contribution will help to support Botanica’s educational programs and floral displays, helping to make your public garden a premier choice for education and entertainment in the Midwest. Membership levels start at just $45. For a complete list of levels and benefits, visit botanica.org. Join in-person at Botanica, online at botanica.org, or contact Kathy Scott, Director of Membership, at kscott@ botanica.org or 316-264-0448.

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for

members

Take advantage of these membership benefits, events and opportunities this summer: • member preview party:

Get a first look at the Downing Children’s Garden on Sunday, June 26 from 1-5 p.m. (details on page 21)

• member appreciation nights:

Join us for special Tuesdays on the Terrace nights with door prizes, live music and a cash bar. Dinner will be available for purchase, with a complimentary treat for members. June 28, July 26, August 30 and September 27 from 5:30-7:30 p.m.

• poster unveiling:

Join us as we unveil this year's poster artwork and open the artist's accompanying exhibit in our lobby gallery. August 30, 5:30-7:30 p.m. during the Member Appreciation Night. Sponsored by Emprise Bank.

• reciprocal admission:

When making your travel plans this summer, don't forget to pack your Botanica membership card to enjoy free admission or other benefits at more than 200 botanical gardens and arboreta across the country.

WEDNESDAYS, 12:15 to 1 p.m. Lectures are included with membership or admission June 1 • 12:15-1 p.m.: “Chautauqua Hills Farms- Home of the Nickle Sized Blueberry” Lance and Elizabeth Chastain started Chautauqua Hills Farms in 2006. They offer naturally grown (herbicide and pesticide free) blueberries, blackberries, asparagus and garlic. Their produce is available at farmers’ markets, select retail stores, or on-site at the farm. June 8 • 12:15-1 p.m.: “What’s New in Ferns For Gardens, Patios and Homes” Duane Petersen will discuss and display some of the newest ferns and mutations in cultivation and talk about their benefits, uses and care. June 15 • 12:15-1 p.m.: "Planting and Maintaining Fairy Gardens” Join Anne McCartor and Norma Sowell to learn about fairy lore and what elements are necessary to make and maintain a magical fairy garden. June 22 • 12:15-1 p.m.: “Compost: Nature’s Black Gold” Sedgwick County Master Gardener David Thomas will explain the fundamentals of composting. Learn why we compost, about the carbon-nitrogen relationship, how to build compost and how to work it into your yard. June 29 • 12:15-1 p.m.: “Effective Use of Organic Pest Control Methods” Successful management of pests can be achieved by understanding the pest and selecting the control methods that target those pests. If organic chemicals are used, timing and repetition of the application need to be evaluated. Presented by Mel Epp. July 6 • 12:15-1 p.m.: “Planting the Downing Children’s Garden" Join staff Horticulturalist, Janet Gordon, for a behind-the-scenes look at what was involved in planning and planting the Downing Children’s Garden. From soil preperation, new plant selections, to bed layout and planting, you can learn about the process from start to finish.

July 13 • 12:15-1 p.m.: “Gardening on the Kansas Prairie, Yesterday and Today" Sedgwick County Master Gardener Kae Bowles will discuss the changes in gardening techniques, plant material, tools and weather in Kansas over the last 150 years. July 20 • 12:15-1 p.m. : "Adopt-An-Iris” Lyn Wilson, President of the Wichita Area Iris Club, will talk about how to divide clumps, plant rhizomes and maintain irises. One free iris will be given to each attendee to take home and plant. July 27 • 12:15-1 p.m.: “Pollinators in Kansas” Join beekeeper Barbara Delhotal to learn about the pollinators we have in Kansas, who they are, what they do, how to attract them and their value to the Kansas economy. August 3 • 12:15-1 p.m.: “Disappearing Water Features and Container Water Gardens” Mark and LaLana Moore from Scenic Landscapes Water Garden & Nursery will explain overflowing urns, bubble rock fountains, container water gardens, waterfall rocks and other water features that you can use to enhance your outdoor living spaces. August 10 • 12:15-1 p.m.: “Asian Herbs” Many cultures and cuisines have embraced herbs for their flavors, aromas and medicinal qualities. Join Jennifer Nguyen from the Asian Market for an introduction to Vietnamese (Asian) Herbs. Jennifer will discuss the role herbs have in the Vietnamese culture and will bring samples to taste and smell. August 17 • 12:15-1 p.m.: “The World of North American Prairie Plants” Sedgwick County Master Gardener Cynthia Abbott will talk about what makes gardening on the prairie such a challenge . Learn about the plants that evolved here and those that perform the best despite our “special” climate conditions. August 24 • 12:15-1 p.m.: “Gardening with Daylilies" Join Connie True, member of the Wichita Daylily Club, for a presentation on dividing, planting and caring for daylilies. Get information on hybridizing daylilies as well as answers for all of your questions about daylilies. August 31 • 12:15-1 p.m.: “Celebrating the Sesquicentennial in the Sunflower State” This year, Kansas is celebrating 150 years of statehood. Botanica member Evelyn Neier will share highlights of the 1961 Centennial Celebration, show her collection of Centennial memorabilia, and talk about how Kansas became known as The Sunflower State.

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A MEMBER PREVIEW PARTY : Downing Children’s Garden, 1-5 p.m.

A CREATIVE CRAFT DAYS: Singing Pots, 10 a.m. or 1 p.m. k TUESDAYS ON THE TERRACE, 5:30 p.m.

Ak BIRDING, 9 a.m. A CREATIVE CRAFT DAYS: Groovy Gourds, 10 a.m. or 1 p.m. k TUESDAYS ON THE TERRACE, 5:30 p.m.

A GARDEN SPROUTS: Garden Treasure Hunt, 10 a.m. or 1p.m. k TUESDAYS ON THE TERRACE, 5:30 p.m.

A CREATIVE CRAFT DAYS: Nature’s Tunes, 10 a.m. or 1 p.m. k TUESDAYS ON THE TERRACE, 5:30 p.m.

Tuesday Farms”- Home of the Nickel Sized Blueberry” by Lance and Elizabeth Chastain, 12:15 p.m.

1 x “Chautauqua Hills

WEDNESDAY

29 x “Effective Use

of Organic Pest Control Methods" by Mel Epp, 12:15 p.m.

A GARDEN STORYTIME, 10 a.m.

23 A DISCOVERY DAYS: 24

22 x “Compost: Nature’s

Animal Olympics, 10 a.m. or 1 p.m.

Faerie Festival, 10 a.m. or 1 p.m.

n Garden Guides, 9:30 a.m. x “Planting and Maintaining Fairy Gardens" by Anne McCartor and Norma Sowell,12:15 p.m.

A GARDEN STORYTIME, 10 a.m.

16 A DISCOVERY DAYS: 17

A GARDEN STORYTIME, 10 a.m.

Black Gold" by David Thomas, 12:15 p.m. n Board of Trustees, 5:30 p.m.

FRIDAY A GARDEN STORYTIME, 10 a.m.

Garden Detectives, 10 a.m. or 1 p.m.

9 A DISCOVERY DAYS:

THURSDAY

n Volunteer Coffee, 10 a.m. x “What’s New in Ferns For Gardens, Patios & Homes" by Duane Petersen 12:15 p.m.

7 n Weed and Feed, 8 a.m. 8 t FOB Meeting, 9 a.m.

• Emprise Bank Lobby Gallery: Carolyn Loutzenhiser • Sweet Basil will serve lunch from 11 a.m. -1 p.m. on Wednesdays for $7

Sunday

JUNE 2011

SATURDAY

t Friends of Botanica

q Flower Show or Sale A Kids n Volunteer k Adults Calendar Key x Lunchtime Lecture

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Monday

24 q IRIS SALE, 1-5 p.m. 25

A CREATIVE CRAFT DAYS: Kool Koi Kites, 10 a.m. or 1 p.m. k TUESDAYS ON THE TERRACE, 5:30 p.m.

Ak BIRDING, 9 a.m. A CREATIVE CRAFT DAYS: Art For Your Feet, 10 a.m. or 1 p.m. k TUESDAYS ON THE TERRACE, 5:30 p.m.

Eat Your Vegetables, 10 a.m. or 1 p.m. k TUESDAYS ON THE TERRACE, 5:30 p.m.

SALE, 1-5 p.m.

x “Pollinators in Kansas” by Barbara Delhotal, 12:15 p.m. n Board of Trustees, 5:30 p.m.

n Garden Guides, 9:30 a.m. x “Adopt An Iris” by Lyn Wilson, 12:15 p.m.

n Volunteer Coffee, 10 a.m. x “Gardening on the Kansas Prairie- Yesterday and Today" by Kae Bowles, 12:15 p.m.

x “Planting the Downing Children’s Garden" by Janet Gordon, 12:15 p.m .

WEDNESDAY

Creepers and Croakers, 10 a.m. or 1 p.m. k PLEIN AIR PAINTING, 6 p.m.

FRIDAY

A GARDEN STORYTIME, 10 a.m. k ALFRESCO GALA, 7 p.m.

A GARDEN STORYTIME, 10 a.m. POSTER COMPETITION DEADLINE, 4 p.m.

A GARDEN STORYTIME, 10 a.m.

28 A DISCOVERY DAYS: 29

7 a.m. to 6 p.m. A DISCOVERY DAYS: Bug Hunters, 10 a.m. or 1 p.m. k PLEIN AIR PAINTING, 6 p.m.

21 FOB GARAGE SALE,

Camp Camouflage, 10 a.m. or 1 p.m. k PLEIN AIR PAINTING, 6 p.m.

A DISCOVERY DAYS: Pirate Treasure Hunt, 10 a.m. or 1 p.m. k PLEIN AIR PAINTING, 6 p.m.

THURSDAY

12 A GARDEN SPROUTS: 13 t FOB Meeting, 9 a.m. 14 A DISCOVERY DAYS: 15

A CREATIVE CRAFT DAYS: Sun Magic, 10 a.m. or 1 p.m. k TUESDAYS ON THE TERRACE, 5:30 p.m.

Tuesday

5 n Weed and Feed, 8 a.m. 6

10 q CACTUS SHOW &

INDEPENDENCE DAY: Offices Closed, Gardens Open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

1-5 p.m.

3 q DAYLILY SHOW,

• Emprise Bank Lobby Gallery: The Artists of the Downing Children’s Garden • Truffles will serve lunch from 11 a.m. -1 p.m. on Wednesdays for $7

Sunday

JULY 2011

16.

CELEBRATION : Downing Children’s Garden, 9 a.m.5 p.m.

2 A GRAND OPENING

SATURDAY

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q DAYLILY SALE, 1-5 p.m.

Neier, 12:15 p.m.

Daylilies" by Connie True, 12:15 p.m. n Board of Trustees, 5:30 p.m.

24 x “Gardening with

n Garden Guides, 9:30 a.m. x “The World of North American Prairie Plants" by Cynthia Abbott, 12:15 p.m.

A GARDEN STORYTIME, 10 a.m.

6 p.m.

KAABG TRIP TO OKLAHOMA

SATURDAY

• Emprise Bank Lobby Gallery: Stephen Perry • Syl’s Catering will serve lunch from 11 a.m. -1 p.m. on Wednesdays for $7

25 k PLEIN AIR PAINTING, 26

6 p.m. n VOLUNTEER PICNIC, 6 p.m.

FRIDAY A GARDEN STORYTIME, 10 a.m. KAABG TRIP TO OKLAHOMA

18 k PLEIN AIR PAINTING, 19

A DISCOVERY DAYS: Worm Worlds, 10 a.m. or 1 p.m. k PLEIN AIR PAINTING, 6 p.m.

t FOB Meeting, 9 a.m. n Volunteer Coffee, 10 a.m. x “Asian Herbs” by Jennifer Nguyen, 12:15 p.m.

A DISCOVERY DAYS: Tree Treasures, 10 a.m. or 1 p.m. k PLEIN AIR PAINTING, 6 p.m.

THURSDAY

x “Disappearing Water Features and Container Water Gardens” by Mark and LaLana Moore, 12:15p.m.

WEDNESDAY

k TUESDAYS ON THE x “Celebrating the TERRACE AND MEMBER Sesquicentennial in the POSTER UNVEILING, 5:30 p.m. Sunflower State” by Evelyn

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A GARDEN SPROUTS: Catch a Fairy, 10 a.m .or 1p.m. k TUESDAYS ON THE TERRACE, 5:30 p.m.

A CREATIVE CRAFT DAYS: Toadily Terrific Toad Houses, 10 a.m. or 1 p.m. k TUESDAYS ON THE TERRACE, 5:30 p.m.

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Monday

Sunday

AUGUST 2011

volunteers

upcoming volunteer opportunities volunteer picnic Thursday, August 18: 6 p.m.

volunteer coffee

Wednesday, June 8: 10 a.m. Wednesday, July 13: 10 a.m. Wednesday, August 10: 10 a.m. Wednesday, September 14: 10 a.m.

weed & feed days Nancy Stubbs and Roger Dick were presented with the Garden Star Award for their outstanding volunteer service to Botanica. They received their awards at the Volunteer Kick-Off Dinner on April 5. About 140 volunteers and staff attended the annual celebration.

Help Botanica Grow become a volunteer

We’re looking for new people to join our dedicated group of volunteers, who generously give their time and talents to help Botanica grow and remain a premier attraction in the community. Current volunteer opportunities include: • Butterfly House Host – As host, you’ll assist visitors coming through the Butterfly House and answer their questions. You’ll learn about the butterfly’s life cycle by observing the transformation of a chrysalis, which emerges into an adult butterfly. You also will become educated about the different species of butterflies and plants inside the Butterfly House. Shifts are available throughout the week from June through September. • Garden Assistance – If planting is your passion and you enjoy the outdoors, this is the job for you. Join us at a Weed and Feed for some gardening, lunch and a chance to socialize with the volunteers who keep the Gardens looking beautiful year-round. For the Weed and Feed, reservations are needed to make sure we have plenty of food. • Volunteer Desk – Friday afternoons from 1-5 p.m. are available to help answer the phone. • Admissions Desk and Gift Shop Attendant – The interaction with visitors from across the state – and around the globe – makes these opportunities interesting and fun. Morning, afternoon and evening shifts are available. Training for volunteers will be provided by Botanica staff. For more information about these and other volunteer opportunities, contact Holly Laird at 264-0448 or hlaird@botanica.org.

volunteer picnic

Summer means the Gardens are in full swing and full bloom. With the coming of summer, it’s also time for our annual Volunteer Picnic, Thursday, August 18 at 6 p.m. Bring your favorite side dish or dessert and Botanica will provide the hamburgers, hot dogs and beverages. If you are an active volunteer and want to RSVP for the Volunteer Picnic, call Holly Laird at 316.264.0448.

support for volunteers provided by:

Tuesday, June 7: 8 a.m. to noon Tuesday, July 5: 8 a.m. to noon Tuesday, August 2: 8 a.m. to noon Tuesday, September 6: 8 a.m. to noon

mum planting days

September 15, 20, 22, 27 & 29: all at 8 a.m. November 3, 8, 15, 17 & 22: all at 8 a.m.

garden guide training Wednesday, June 15: 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, July 20: 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, August 17: 9:30 a.m.

butterfly house host Monday-Saturday, shift times: 9-11:30 a.m. 2-5 p.m. 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. 5-8 p.m. (Tuesday & Thursday) Sunday shift times: 1-3 p.m. and 3-5 p.m.

downing children’s garden Daily shifts available after July 2. See page 30 for details.

special events

Member Preview Party for the Downing Children’s Garden: Sunday, June 26, 1-5 p.m. Grand Opening Celebration: Saturday, July 2, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

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staff holly laird, administrative assistant I’m really enjoying my experience at Botanica – especially getting to know the Gardens’ dedicated volunteers who are a constant source of inspiration. Here’s a little bit about me: I’m a fifth generation Wichitan. I graduated from Christian Challenge High School and Wichita State University, where I received bachelor’s degrees in sociology/psychology and communication. Before coming to Botanica, I worked at Big Brothers Big Sisters of Sedgwick County. If we haven’t met, please stop by and say “hello.” I look forward to visiting with you!

laura pham, downing children’s garden specialist A lifelong Wichitan, I have always dreamed of working at Botanica. I graduated from North High School and went on to attend College of the Ozarks, earning a degree in agriculture with an emphasis in horticulture and a minor in gerontology. I first started working at Botanica as a summer intern in 2008 and am now the garden specialist for the Downing Children’s Garden. I am blessed to work with a dedicated, professional staff and an amazing volunteer force and am looking forward to watching the happy faces of children and their parents as they experience the Downing Children’s Garden.

neva thiessen, youth education specialist Becoming an educator at Botanica is a dream job for me after retiring from 32 years of teaching in elementary classrooms in the Wichita area. This is an opportunity for me to combine my passion and skills for nature and art with my love of learning and my desire to share that enthusiasm with children. I look forward to creating a rich, caring learning environment for children in our community through the unique and amazing components of the Downing Children’s Garden.

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botanica

staff

• Back row (L-R): Pam Harnden, Hannah Goseland, Shannon Vierthaler, Marty Miller, Pat McKernan • Middle row: Connie Bell, Linda Keller, Jamee Ross, Dee Alston, Neva Thiessen,Holly Laird, Kathy Scott, Rickie Patrick, Laura Gatlin, Paula Englert, Mia Jenkins • Front row: Laura Pham, Steve Mueller, Amy ZavalaGarnsey, Audrey Fusco, Karla Jahn, Kim Matthews • Seated: Janet Gordon, Suzi McClellan • Not pictured: Jermain Alston, Mary Carol Franko, Barbara Phillips, Allie Rader, Kara Veith

ART

gallery

june: carolyn loutzenhiser- watercolor july: artists of the downing childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s garden august: stephen perry- printmaking

upcoming exhibits: september: 2012 poster artist october: tina nipper-hagley november & december: 2011 portrait of botanica exhibit

sponsored by:

plein air

painting

july 7- august 25 6-8 p.m. Eight sessions. Fee is $115, $100 for Botanica members. Come sit outside and paint the beautiful landscapes of Botanica in the summer. This watercolor class is open to all levels of painters and is instructed by John Lokke. A supply list will be sent upon registration. Pre-registration and pre-payment are required. Call Karla at 316-264-0448 to register or register online at botanica.org.

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member

savings

save

20%

poster competition ON ANY birdrelated item Redeem this coupon for any of our bird themed merchandise. One coupon per purchase. Not combinable with other offers. Expires 8-31-11.

With an abundance of colorful plants, elegant sculptures and flowing fountains, Botanica serves as inspiration for gardeners and artists alike. Each year, Botanica selects a garden-inspired piece of original artwork to use for its annual membership poster and other print materials. A $1000 purchase award and a one-month lobby showing is given to the winning artist. Botanica is now accepting entries for the 2012 poster, to be unveiled this August. Interested artists can contact Mia Jenkins, Director of Marketing, at 316.264.0448 or mjenkins@botanica.org for more information or for an official entry form.

deadline: july 22

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good through 8-31-11

photo competition

Likewise, the Portrait of Botanica Photography Competition is designed to capture the beauty of Botanica through the art of photography. Multiple awards totaling more than $1000 in cash prizes will be given in a variety of adult and youth categories. Any photos of the Gardens taken after September 25, 2010 are eligible for entry in 2011. Interested photographers can contact Mia Jenkins, Director of Marketing, at 316.264.0448 or mjenkins@botanica.org for more information or for an official entry form.

deadline: sept 23

IN THE GARDENS

left

(Top to bottom): Employees from EMC Insurance celebrate their company’s 100th anniversary by planting a Bur Oak tree in the Downing Children’s Garden. Clients and employees of Fidelity Bank attend a ladies’ luncheon at Botanica and enjoy a tour of the Downing Children’s Garden. Employees of The Boeing Company take a break from an afternoon of volunteer service in the Prairie Wind Amphitheater. Members of the Kansas Pond Society help with the annual division of waterlilies right (Top to bottom): Employees from The Boeing Company and their families help to plant and mulch the Downing Children’s Garden. Members of Boy Scout Pack 408 help to plant trees in the Downing Children’s Garden. Botanica’s Alice in Wonderland themed booth at the 2011 Wichita Garden Show.

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• creative craft days • Each Tuesday, we will create something special to celebrate nature! Classes are at 10 a.m. or 1 p.m. $15, $12 for Botanica members. June 7: Nature's Tunes- Make a rainstick June 21: Groovy Gourds- Build a birdhouse June 28: Singing Pots- Windchimes July 5: Sun Magic- Sun prints and invisible ink July 19: Art for Your Feet- Stepping stones July 26: Kool Koi Kites August 2: Toadily Terrific Toad Houses

• discovery days • Every Thursday, we will discover something fun and exciting in the Gardens. There is something to stimulate the imagination every week! Classes are at 10 a.m. or 1 p.m. $10, $8 for Botanica members June 9: Garden Detectives June 16: Faerie Festival June 23: Animal Olympics July 7: Pirate Treasure Hunt July 14: Camp Camouflage July 21: Bug Hunters July 28: Creepers and Croakers August 4: Tree Treasures August 11: Worm Worlds

• garden storytime •

• DROP-IN ACTIVITIES • After July 2, we’ll have a daily schedule of drop-in activities in the Downing Children’s Garden. Drop-in activities will be simple, hands-on activities that are free of charge and open to all visitors. Initial themed days are as follows: Mud Pie Mondays Tasty Tuesdays Wonderful Wednesdays Thinker Thursdays Fun Day Fridays WOW Weekends

• INVESTIGATION STATION • Look for the investigation station, a mobile cart, which will provide “learning in a snap” activities for all visitors in the Downing Children’s Garden. Participate in a simple, free activity that features a simple concept that is reinforced with manipulative materials.

• garden sPROUTS • Come to the Garden with your preschool aged child (3-5) for an opportunity to explore nature together. Each month we’ll focus on a theme from nature with a walk in the Gardens, indoor exploration, a story or two and a hands-on activity. Classes are at 10 a.m. or 1 p.m. $9, $6 for Botanica members June 9: Garden Treasure Hunt July 12: Eat Your Vegetables August 9: Catch A Fairy

Relax in the grassy meadow and enjoy storytime, along with a garden exploration and a fun activity. Each week will feature a different nature-based tale to delight the senses. Every Friday from June 3 to August 12 Sessions are at 10 a.m. Included with admission or membership. Registration is not required for Garden Storytime.

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• to register • Call Karla at 316.264.0448. Pre-registration and pre-payment are required. Children under 6 must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is open from 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Monday to Friday.

he mission of the Downing Children’s Garden is to provide an educational, Timaginative and interactive environment where families can enjoy, explore,

discover and appreciate our natural world. Among the giant caterpillars, colorful rainbows, towering trees, backyard bugs and super-sized sunflowers, children will gain experiences that will help them develop a connection with nature and a healthier attitude toward life and toward themselves. By nurturing both plants and children, our hope is to create future environmental stewards with a passion for nature. When children love something, they take care of it, so it is our goal to help them discover a love for beauty and nature and foster that love. Through the Downing Children’s Garden we are seeking to develop focused engagement-- where children are learning by actively participating. The Garden design will facilitate this and we will encourage learning through hands-on activities, participatory lessons, demonstrations, experiments and time with trained docents. While we will focus on the child’s experience in the Garden, we will not forget that this is about families. Throughout the Garden, we will provide information that parents can use to extend their child’s awareness and understanding. It is first and foremost a garden, with plant material selected for its role in the garden, its texture, smell or its fun name! Children will learn how plants grow, how we use them and how they influence our lives. We will provide opportunities for children to plant, care for, harvest and use flowers and vegetables. They will be able to learn about native plants as well as Kansas domestic crops. Children will be watering, digging, pulling weeds, looking for pests and falling in love with gardening. The Garden is also an art gallery with original works of art that complement nature or that serve a functional, fun purpose. Plus, it is a place for supervised outdoor play, with areas for reading, creative expression, crawling and exploring. On the pages that follow, you will find your guide to the new Downing Children’s Garden at Botanica. We sincerely hope that regardless of your age, you will take the time to explore the plants, art and architectural elements in the Downing Children’s Garden this summer and for years to come.

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The development of the Downing Children’s Garden has been a seven-year process that has brought many years of dreams to reality.

2005

• The Children’s Garden Exploratory/

Advisory Committee was formed with Evelyn Neier as Chairperson

2006

• The Committee met to determine the

purpose and mission of the Garden and identify a potential location within the expansion area • Critical elements of the garden were defined and presented to the Board of Trustees, who approved to proceed with the project.

2007

• Architectural firms identified to submit proposals. Firms were interviewed and EDAW was selected. • Funds were released to hire architects

2008

• Design Charrette with EDAW • Conceptual design & model completed • Capital Campaign begins. $1.5 million dollar lead gift secured from Barry and Paula Downing

2009

• Press conference announcing $1.5 million in matching funds raised

• Kick-off of Phase 2 of the capital campaign

• Development of Art Committee • Simpson & Associates selected as the contractor

2010

• Ground Breaking Event and the start of construction by Simpson & Associates

• Final selection of artwork for the Downing Children’s Garden

2011 • • • • •

Art installations begin in May Construction complete in June June 23- Donor Appreciation Party June 26- Member Preview Party July 2- Grand Opening Celebration

The grand opening of the Downing Children’s Garden will reveal a work of creative architectural skills, engineering and building ingenuity that has produced a phenomenal children’s garden for the community and region.

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member preview party

celebrate the downing children’s garden

before the gates open to the public, get a first look at the

Downing Children’s Garden at our Members’ Only Preview Party on Sunday, June 26 from 1-5 p.m. Enjoy the themed areas of the Garden, complimentary popcorn and lemonade from Friends of Botanica, as well as some fun educational activities. Please bring your membership card and ID, and note that you will be allowed to bring the number of guests that your membership level allows.

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1-5 p.m.

grand opening

celebration

come celebrate the public grand opening of the Downing Children’s Garden on Saturday, July 2 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Explore the themed areas of the Garden, enjoy the fantastic works of original art, discover the new palette of plant material, as well as a sampling of educational programs and activities. A variety of food and beverage will be available for purchase. Regular garden admission applies for visitors of all ages. Botanica members are free. Parking will be available in Botanica’s main lot. Additional parking and shuttle service will be available from the Wichita Art Museum and the public parking lot south of the Wichita Art Museum.

9 a.m.-5 p.m.

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FUTURE BUILDING SITE

GARDEN ENTRY

12 POLLIWOG POND

FEATURED ARTWORK

RAINBOW TRAIL

13 ENCHANTED GLEN

RESTROOMS

AMPHITHEATER

14 GRANDADDY’S MUSICAL MAZE

SUNFLOWER PLAZA

15 GRANNY JEAN’S TREE & TREEHOUSE

DONOR BRICKS SPONSORED BENCHES

PLAZA PERGOLA

16 FOSSIL WALL

FARMER’S MARKET

17 MONSTER WOODS

CARGILL CHILDREN’S FARM

18 WOODLAND RETREAT

TOOL SHED

19 HILLSIDE RETREAT

FARMHOUSE

20 ANT HILL

MAP LEGEND

10 PARTY BARN

21 SALAMANDER SPRING & STREAM

11 ARBOR

22 GROUP DROP OFF AREA

GARDEN ENTRY: The wonder of the Downing Children’s Garden is

evident, starting at the Garden Entry. The start of the curly stem that leads to the Sunflower Fountain beckons children of all ages to follow it inward and the sculpted pot, ‘Mr. Biggles’ Treasure reminds everyone that they should always seek out even the smallest of treasures!

RAINBOW TRAIL: A giant rainbow

greets visitors and welcomes them into the Garden with a colorful array of light. Travel through the Rainbow Trail and see the bold colors of the rainbow in the plant material.

*PLEASE NOTE: Images are of the Downing Children’s Garden in various stages of development.

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PRAIRIE WIND AMPHITHEATER: Sit in the Prairie Wind Amphitheater to enjoy educational programs, entertainers or musicians-- or just sit and relax on the stone benches and observe activity on the Sunflower Plaza. 4

SUNFLOWER PLAZA: Follow the

yellow stem as it curves its way from the entry gates to the Sunflower Plaza. The giant sunflower is the focal point of this area, with the bright yellow petals surrounding the beautiful mosaic fountain.

PLAZA PERGOLA: This shade structure, located on the Sunflower Plaza, is a gathering place for groups, a watering hole, and the home to the Garden’s donor wall and map.

6 FARMER’S MARKET: Stop by

the Farmer’s Market to buy souvenirs, snacks, beverages and, from time to time, fresh produce!

CARGILL CHILDREN’S FARM: With numerous structures, raised

gardening beds, compost bins, water pumps, a windmill, barn and more, the Cargill Children’s Farm will be the hub of hands-on activity in the Downing Children’s Garden.

8 TOOL SHED: Look inside the Tool

Shed to find brooms to use in the farmyard, watering cans and garden logs charting the progress of each vegetable bed.

FARMHOUSE: Every farm needs a working farmhouse. Come inside and fix supper for the farmhands with the “harvest” from the farm and serve your family and friends a homegrown, homecooked meal. Eat inside, or enjoy the picnic area in the “backyard.”

10 PARTY BARN: Enter through the

Barn’s red doors into this fun, farm-inspired, multi-purpose room. The Party Barn is a classroom and a place for birthday parties and public restrooms are located here.

11 ARBOR: This shade structure is a meeting place for classes and groups

on the Cargill Children’s Farm and will be the site for many Drop-In Activities.

12 POLLIWOG POND: Lie on the deck and discover the fish, frogs and

polliwogs that reside in Polliwog Pond. Walk across the stepping stones, find out what plants will grow in water and keep your eye out for dragonflies!

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13 THE ENCHANTED GLEN: Enter the Enchanted Glen and meet our

friends ‘Speed Reader’ and ‘Mr. Pillar.’ Discover the magic of metamorphosis, sit on a majestic Monarch, curl up and read a good book, put on a puppet show, play with fairy wings and pirate hats and rest in the soft grass among giant ladybugs.

14 GRANDADDY’S MUSICAL MAZE: Navigate through hundreds of

boxwoods in this magical, musical maze. Add to nature’s symphony by making some beautiful music on the drums, chimes, thunder panel and pebble harp placed throughout the area and watch out for the French Horns- they might mist you!

15 GRANNY JEAN’S TREE & TREEHOUSE: Explore a tree the size

of a house from the roots on up and climb even higher into the Treehouse to look down on the Garden below. Find the evidence of fairies, dinosaurs and more in this grand area.

16 FOSSIL WALL: The “remains” of a

plant-eating Claosaurus grace the Fossil Wall. Look below and dig through the sand pits to see what else you can find.

17 MONSTER WOODS: Towering trees with many faces and personalities inhabit these Monster Woods. Crawl through and around giant logs, climb up a giant tree and get to know our tree creatures!

18 WOODLAND RETREAT: Standing in the Monster Woods you will find a

picnic area, with a roof shaped like a leaf. Enjoy a picnic lunch or a break from nature at its custom-built table and benches. When it rains, watch the way the water collects and drains!

19 HILLSIDE RETREAT: Walk down

the Ant Hill Trail and take a break or eat a picnic lunch in the Hillside Retreat.

20 ANT HILL: At the Ant Hill, millions of

combinations are possible when you combine sand and water. Get water out of the tree stump, pour it down the leaves and see what happens!

21 SALAMANDER SPRING & STREAM:

Take a stroll along our stream and discover a host of Barred Tiger Salamanders, our state amphibian. Find the source of the stream, paint with water, have a sailboat race and learn about the importance of fresh water in our lives.

22 GROUP DROP OFF: With advance notice, school groups and large

guided tours can use this area to drop off guests for expedited access to the Downing Children’s Garden. This area will also be used as an additional entrance to Botanica on days when attendance is expected to be high.

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IN THE GARDEN Ten local artists contributed to the Downing Children’s Garden, creating nearly 30 functional works of art that enhance the various areas of the Garden and invite young and old alike to play outside. Their work adds beauty and whimsy to the space, encourages children’s creativity and provides another level of learning and experience available to children and families as they visit. Here, we will detail the new original works added to Botanica’s collection: ENTRY GARDEN The large flower pot located in the Entry Plaza is the work of Conrad Snider, a Newton-based artist. His work is all large in scale and ranges from clay vessels, both thrown on the potter’s wheel and hand-built, to figurative pieces and hand-pounded tile murals. For the Downing Children’s Garden, he has built a pot, titled “Mr. Biggles’ Treasure,” that is organic in design on first glimpse, then reveals itself to be a playful squirrel. Clutched in Mr. Biggles’ paws is an acorn, which, due to his location near the rainbow arch, is finished with gold. SUNFLOWER PLAZA The large, bubbling fountain in the center of the Sunflower Plaza is the work of Terry Corbett, a Wichita ceramic artist who also made the tiles for the Button Fountain at Botanica. Handmade tiles cover the center of the giant sunflower. The round “knobs” are carefully placed to follow the Fibonacci spiral found in actual sunflowers. The colors gradually shift through the spectrum as they move closer to the flower petals, which are shown in yellow pavement around the mosaic center. ENCHANTED GLEN “Speed Reader,” a snail reading a book, welcomes visitors to the Enchanted Glen and signals that this is a place for quiet reading and play. Inside the Glen, we find representations of each stage of the life of a butterfly. “Mr. Pillar,” a nine-foot caterpillar dominates the Glen. Compartments in the back of each segment hold wings, crowns, swords and puppets for imaginative play. A hanging branch contains a leaf with a butterfly egg on it, as well as the chrysalis. A compartment behind the door in the chrysalis holds waterproof books for children to enjoy. To show the last stage, an adult butterfly decorates the back of a bench in the area. In addition, there are lady bug seats for children, all created by Andy Newbrey, a Towanda-based artist, who has made remarkable things from colorful, powder-coated steel. GRANDADDY’S MUSICAL MAZE Charles Baughman, a Wichita artist, has designed “Musical Rainbow,” the colorful, musical arbor leading into Grandaddy’s Musical Maze. A variety of musical symbols and instruments decorate this piece and provide a hint to the activities available throughout the Maze. MONSTER WOODS Sculpted from Osage Orange tree trunks using a chainsaw and other woodworking tools, Gino Salerno’s “Wood Spirits” and “Tree Creatures” inhabit our Monster Woods. A large tree creature with outstretched arms welcomes visitors to the Woods and invites them to have a seat or take a photo.

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GRANNY JEAN’S TREE & TREEHOUSE Connie Ernatt, a Wichita artist, has created “The Legend of the Laughing Child,” a series of fairy houses on the walls of the giant tree stump. Using natural elements that are then cast in bronze, as well as “findings” for decoration, she makes it appear that the homes have just been vacated by their magical inhabitants. Children can imagine the lives of the creatures who live in the houses and perhaps do a bit of decorating themselves. SALAMANDER SPRING & STREAM Because the Barred Tiger Salamander is the official state amphibian, it is the star attraction here. Salamanders mounted on turtles and other creatures wage a water fight outside the spring and other unique salamanders can be found hiding on the rock walls. A coiled Black Snake holds paintbrushes, which children can dip into the water and use to paint creations on the rock walls. All of these are creations by Connie Ernatt. THE ANT HILL TRAIL & ANT HILL On the way up to the Ant Hill, we see small, bronze mice busily collecting twigs and other building materials. Behind the Salamander Spring, we discover their destination-- a rocket ship under construction to take them to the moon, where they can acquire all of that green cheese! “Muenster Mission” is also the product of Connie Ernatt’s boundless imagination. Baskets of twigs will surround the sculpture, allowing children to build their own creative constructions. At the top of the Ant Hill, Rich Bergen has created some giant leaves for water play, as well as some busy ants to encourage children to enjoy the sand and water. A lady bug push faucet on a tree stump provides the water, and plenty of toys and tools will help our young construction crews build fanciful sand creations. THE CARGILL CHILDREN’S FARM The entrance to the Cargill Children’s Farm is framed by”Entwined,” a wrought iron fence that combines old farm implements and parts with a winding vine. These beautiful panels are the work of Dustin Sypher of Tallgrass Forge. Inside the Party Barn, a trompe l’oeil mural entitled “Party ‘Til The Cows Come Home” will convince you that you are really in a barn, complete with horse stalls and farm cats. This mural, as well as “Coffee Cluck,” depicting a chicken coop on the back of the Farmer’s Market, are painted by Connie Ernatt. Near the Pond is “Mosquito Hawk,” a giant steel dragonfly created by Greg Johnson Sculpture of Wichita who has had an appreciation for these winged creatures since childhood. Visitors will be able to appreciate the beauty of the dragonfly’s wings from their vantage point below as they watch smaller, actual dragonflies zip across the pond. On the Pond is “Nature’s Friends,” sculpted by Gary Lee Price. This sculpture doubles as a fountain and features two children making friends with nature and each other. According to the artist, “Being close to and making friends with our animal and bird friends is a vital link to our understanding and is a paradigm for the way the world works. We are all dependent upon each other if we are to live in peace and harmony.” Throughout the Downing Children’s Garden, you will also find decorative trashcans, creatively painted by Pam VanBebber and concrete creations by Dodson Studios. Come explore the art of the Downing Children’s Garden and see what wonderful, original works these talented, generous artists have created for the community.

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lants are what will make the Downing Children’s Garden come to life and provide the beautiful horticultural display for children to discover. The all-new plant palette has been selected by our garden staff for its interest, whether it be its appearance, smell, texture, name, or its role in the garden. When you come to explore, keep your eyes out for the following new plants:

• Acer saccharum ‘Bailsta’: Fall Fiesta® Sugar Maple • Alternanthera ‘Party Time’: Joseph’s Coat • Berlandiera lyrata: Chocolate Flower • Buddleia ‘Podaras #13’: FLUTTERBY PETITE™ Tutti Frutti Pink Nectar Bush • Clethra alnifolia ‘Vanilla Spice’: Summersweet • Coleus ‘Alligator Tears’ • Coleus ‘Black Cherry’ • Colocasia ‘Pineapple Princess’: Elephant Ear • Cucurbita ‘Ugly Tom’: Pumpkin • Cuphea llavea: Bat Face • Dianthus ‘Dragon Fruit’: Pinks • Echinacea ‘Cranberry Cupcake’: Coneflower • Echinacea ‘Now Cheesier’: Coneflower • Echinacea ‘Tomato Soup’: Coneflower • Geranium ‘Jolly Bee’: Hardy Geranium • Gomphocarpus physocarpus: Fur Balls • Helleborus ‘Red Racer’: Lenten Rose • Heuchera ‘Berry Smoothie’: Coral Bells • Heuchera ‘Cherry Cola’: Coral Bells • Heuchera ‘Root Beer’: Coral Bells • Heuchera ‘Snow Angel’: Coral Bells • Hosta ‘Love Pat’ and Hosta ‘Stained Glass’ • Iresine: Chicken Gizzard • Iris ‘Lion King’

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Leucanthemum ‘Banana Cream’: Shasta Daisy Lisianthus ‘Mariachi’ Lycopersicon lycopersicum ‘Applause’: Tomato Magnolia grandiflora ‘Southern Charm’: Teddy Bear® Southern Magnolia Malus ‘Cardinal’: Cardinal Crabapple Malus ‘Malusquest’: Pink Sparkles® Crabapple Malus ‘Sutyzam’: Sugar Tyme™ Crabapple Orthosiphon aristatus: Cat Whiskers Pennisetum alopecuroides ‘Burgundy Bunny’: Fountain Grass Paeonia ‘Raspberry Sundae’: Herbaceous Peony Rhodanthe anthemoides: Popcorn Plant Rhododendron ‘Candy Lights’: Azalea Ribes alpinum ‘Spreg’: Green Jeans™ Alpine Currant Sedum ‘Birthday Party’: Autumn Stonecrop Solanum ovigerum: Easter Egg Plant Stachys officinalis ‘Pink Cotton Candy’: Betony Rhus typhina ‘Bailtiger’: Tiger Eyes® Staghorn Sumac Tiarella ‘Happy Trails’: Foamflower Tiarella ‘Sugar and Spice’: Foamflower Ulmus propinqua ‘JFS-Bieberich’: Emerald Sunshine® Elm

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activities to do with kids fill a watering can and water some thirsty plants grab a broom and sweep the farmyard watch the colors change as you walk through the giant rainbows plant an “instant garden” by the farmhouse listen and look for birds in the garden be a chef and create a meal in the farmhouse kitchen curl up with a book in the enchanted glen be an actor in a play, using props found in the enchanted glen make up a song on the instruments in the musical maze find your way through grandaddy’s musical maze explore the logs & trees in the monster woods climb among the roots of granny jean’s tree follow the animal footprints on the sidewalk look for magical creatures & decorate their houses build a sandcastle, or dams and bridges at the ant hill “drop in” for a fun activity or stop by the investigation station “paint” a masterpiece with water at the salamander spring race a sailboat in the salamander stream sit on the tree creature in the monster woods build a twig tepee on the ant hill trail dig in the dirt or make mudpies dig for fossils...

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many other points of discovery

book your event in the party barn today! Along with the opening of the Downing Children’s Garden in July, Botanica will offer the opportunity to rent the Party Barn for children’s birthday parties. Children can enjoy exploring the Garden and use the Party Barn as a hub for cake, presents, and other activities. The exciting new features in the Downing Children’s Garden will make your child’s birthday party a day to remember!

barnyard bashes include: - Use of the Party Barn for 90 minutes - Birthday cake and beverages in the Party Barn - Party favors for each child - Time for discovery in the Downing Children’s Garden

- Admission for up to 14 people (One adult must be present for every five children) - Tableware and serving utensils

package price: $210, botanica members $175 Additional guests- $8 each Birthday parties will be offered on Saturdays and Sundays. To schedule your party, contact Linda Keller at 316.264.0448, extension 104 or rentals@botanica.org.

don’t forget:

Botanica also has rooms available for corporate picnics and banquets, meetings, lectures and conferences, as well as private events. Rates and more information are available online at botanica.org or by contacting the Rentals Department at 316.264.0448 or rentals@botanica.org.

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Be a part of the most exciting new initiative in Botanica’s history- the Downing Children’s Garden. This new garden is an educational, imaginative, interactive and engaging environment where families can enjoy, discover and appreciate our natural world. The Downing Children’s Garden will delight young and old alike with one-of-a-kind elements, an amazing palette of plants to discover and fun encounters around every corner. There are many opportunities for you and your family to become a part of this exciting and unique garden and it doesn’t take much to contribute to its growth and success.

visit

The Downing Children’s Garden was built for the community to explore, enjoy and discover. The easiest way to make the Garden a success is to visit-- and take advantage of all of the things that it has to offer. Bring family, friends, neighbors and groups to celebrate the newest Garden at Botanica and share in the horticulture, art, play areas and more! Guided tours and unguided group visits are available by reservation for groups of ten or more. For the safety of our visitors, one adult must accompany every five children. For group reservations, please contact Karla Jahn at 316.264.0448, ext. 110 or education@botanica.org.

membership

Show your support of the Gardens by joining or by renewing your membership. Membership offers many benefits, including: free garden admission year-round, discounts on fundraising events and educational programs, discounts on purchases in The Gift Garden, member appreciation events, a limited-edition poster, reciprocal admission at more than 200 other botanical gardens and arboreta across the nation and more! Levels start at $45 and there are levels designed to fit every household. Join at botanica.org, in person, or by contacting Kathy Scott at 316.264.0448 or kscott@botanica. org.

volunteer

Helping children with fun, educational activities will be one of the main volunteer responsibilities in the Downing Children’s Garden. Drop-in Activities and Investigation Stations are two of the teaching tools that will be used by volunteers. Drop-in Activities are simple, hands-on crafts, games or projects for children to enjoy. Investigation Stations will offer educational activities for teaching simple concepts that will be reinforced by manipulating materials (i.e. kids matching leaves to pictures of trees). We also need volunteers to help sell snacks and other merchandise in the Farmer’s Market and to greet and observe guests in selected areas of the Garden. Daytime, evening and weekend shifts will be available daily in the Downing Children’s Garden and training will be provided. To volunteer, contact Holly Laird at 316.264.0448 or hlaird@botanica.org.

bricks & pavers

Honor a loved one as a tribute or memorial or commemorate a special occasion with your name or distinctive message on a brick or paver in the Downing Children’s Garden. Your expression will be engraved on one of two brick/paver options that will add a beautiful dimension to our new garden, with the funds going towards our educational and horticultural programming. Bricks are available on the Rainbow Trail near the entrance to the Downing Children’s Garden. Pavers will be on the trail that leads from the Monster Woods to the Ant Hill. To order your brick or paver, please send in your payment with the accompanying order form (page 31). For more information, please contact Kathy Scott, Director of Membership, at 316.264.0448 or kscott@botanica.org. The next brick and paver order will be placed at the end of June.

donations

Gifts of financial support, planned gifts, or estates of any amount are always appreciated to ensure that Botanica continues to provide quality floral displays and programming for the community. In addition to general donations, specified contributions can be made for structures, benches, garden areas and art in the Downing Children’s Garden that will carry naming rights. A list of these items and donation levels for each, can be provided upon request from Jamee Ross, Director of Development. Contact Jamee at 316.264.0448 or jross@botanica.org.

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brick & paver order purchaser name: ___________________________________________________________________ address: _____________________________________________ phone: __________________ city: ______________________________ state: __________ zip: ________________ please notify: same as purchaser name: _________________________________________________________________________________ address: _____________________________________________ phone: __________________ city: ______________________________ state: __________ zip: ________________

total

I would like to purchase an engraved brick on the Button Fountain Tribute Pathway ($100)

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$______

I would like to purchase an engraved brick on the Downing Children's Garden Rainbow Trail ($250) _____

$______

I would like to purchase a 12"x12" paver in the Downing Children's Garden ($500)

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$______

I would like to purchase four 12"x12" pavers in the Downing Children's Garden ($1750 for 4)

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$______

total donation

$______

personalized inscription:

Please note that bricks allow for 3 lines of 13 spaces/characters each. Pavers allow for 5 lines of 19 spaces/characters each. For orders with multiple bricks/pavers, please feel free to replicate the form below or attach additional inscriptions.

payment information: _____ check or money order enclosed (Payable to Botanica) _____ visa _____ mastercard _____ discover card number: ___________________________________ exp date: __________________ name on the card: _____________________________ 3 digit security code: _______ We sincerely thank you for your support of Botanica through your purchase of bricks and pavers in the Gardens. We will confirm your gift by letter and will give you information on the location and placement dates of your brick/paver. If you have any questions, or if you need help to complete your order, please contact Kathy at kscott@botanica.org or 316.264.0448. Bricks and pavers are ordered four times per year. Deadlines for orders are: June 30, September 30, December 31 and March 31. Please note, it takes approximately eight weeks to receive bricks and pavers from the date the order is placed.

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D onations received from Februar y 1 – April 30, 2011

In Memory of: Robert Carson Carol Beat Rob & Sandy Carter Nancy Coleman Velma Ludwig Tim & Cathy Martz Pat & Sue McKernan Cliff Miller Ella Mae Miller Marty Miller Mary Jo Ohlemeier Thane & Debbie Rogers Sheryl Stemmons

Doug Wright Lyda Andrews Dolores Bean Pam Coney John Fenili Deborah Gafvert GLMV Architecture Kansas Pond Society Mike & Susan Kandt Leonard & Alice Kruse Johanne Pachankis Marilyn Roberts Duane & Pat Van Dolah Larry & Sharon Van Horn Stephanie Wacker Gilbert & Carol Wooten

Dorothy Ellis Susan Ellis

Additional Gifts Received For: Judith Hooper Dick Weidenbach Beverly McNew Marion Anderson David & Amy Ham Winfield Consumer Products, Inc. Yee & Sin Yang William Murphy Dick Weidenbach

Betty Howell Roberta Bartleson Betty Bowlin Shirley Froome Sharon Bever Goodvin Chuck & Marty Hartwell Joyce Neas Helen E. Pauls Dixie Petersen

Engraved Bricks: Frank Smith Emma Lou Atherly Steven & Lisa Axelson Tabitha Bean Jeannene Burrow Nada Canfield Mrs. Charles Q. Chandler John & Ruth Coultis Margaret Daniels Ralph & Betty Eaton John & Joan Firsching Mark & Beverly Foley Robert & Betty Frahm Greenway Alliance Mika Gross Art & Susan Herndon Hillside Nursery Susan Kempton Thomas Kindel Reni, Slap & Mackenzie Lee Tim & Cathy Martz B.J. McCormick George McKee Pat & Sue McKernan Susan McKnight Tom & Marilyn Mosteller Martha Muncy Warren & Mary Ann Oblinger Jim & Sarah Pirtle Steve & Jan Randle Mary Reece Theresa Reece Mr. & Mrs. Robert Reinke Mary Lou Rivers Andy & Catherine Roberts Pat Rogers Thane & Debbie Rogers Mr. & Mrs. John Stewart, III Suzanne Umphrey Gary Wagner Roberta White Mr. & Mrs. John Withrow

Marlene Allen & Carolyn Hartman Bob & Sally Allen Justus Fugate Joel & Henry Armijo Duane Harms Larry Ardissone Dick Anderson & Fran Belden Mr. & Mrs. Lee Crawford Dr. & Mrs. Curtis Drevets Mr. & Mrs. Rodney Ellenz Mr. & Mrs. Dick Graham Mr. & Mrs. Chuck Hartwell Mr. & Mrs. Ernest Niquette Mr. & Mrs. Max Stuever Sheila Kaye Belanger Jinna Jeffery Jay & Tommy Benefiel Roger & Carolyn Benefiel Murlee Childs Judy Slawson Glenda Louise Compton Galen & Brenda McArthur Stephanie Gisick Bob & Nance Harris John David Harness I Laurie Harness Marcella L. Harness Laurie Harness Bob & Jun Hee

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Carol J. Horton Jae Pierce-Baba Cathi Jane Snell Maynard Marly Morrison Dorothy Meineke Max & Jacque Herzet Joe & Trudy Miller

John & Eileen Klassen LeRoy & Pat Lehman Robert & Ann O’Bleness Rudyard Q. Paine Margaret Parks Rex & Linda Robert Edward & Lesley Salguers David & Natalie Sollo Frank & Jacquelyn Solomon Terry Staats Karen Sanders-West Richard & Ellen Willis William Victor Wright

Bill Parkhurst Dick Anderson & Fran Belden Mr. & Mrs. Lee Crawford Dr. & Mrs. Curtis Drevets Mr. & Mrs. Rodney Ellenz Mr. & Mrs. Dick Graham Mr. & Mrs. Chuck Hartwell Mr. & Mrs. Ernest Niquette Mr. & Mrs. Max Stuever

Sprout: Dick Anderson & Fran Belden Jerry & Carolyn Gaddis Meg Mathewson & Duane Nordick Yvonne & Jerry Riedl Charles & Mary Wurth

Kay Tharp Gary & Linda Holstin

Bloom: Mr. & Mrs. George Jones

Alexandria Jo Wahlenmaier Carter Lee Wahlenmaier Lisa Wahlenmaier

Club: Organic Garden Club Project Beauty, Inc.

Alice W. Wall Laurie Harness Braydon Mitchell Ward Marj Ward John E. Wherry Louise Wherry Leonard Wright Dick Anderson & Fran Belden Mr. & Mrs. Lee Crawford Dr. & Mrs. Curtis Drevets Mr. & Mrs. Rodney Ellenz Mr. & Mrs. Dick Graham Mr. & Mrs. Chuck Hartwell Mr. & Mrs. Ernest Niquette Mr. & Mrs. Max Stuever James W. Woodburn Laurie Harness

Engraved Pavers: Colter S. Holmes Emma F. Holmes Hayden M. Holmes Kenton R. Holmes Lacey A. Holmes Bonnie Jo Holmes David Hatt Devri Hatt Jessy Walston Susan Walston

Supporting Memberships: Seed: Dennis & Janine Brauning Scott & Donita Brummett Richard & Cynthia Carl William & Mary Cummings Mr. & Mrs. Curtis Drevets John & Phyllis Griffitt Rick & Kim Hartwell Pat Hommertzheim Anita Jones

Annual Appeal Gifts: Neal & Denise Mabe Dr. & Mrs. Donald Tan Recent Gifts: Justin & Susan Bayles Camera Angles, Ltd. Friends of Botanica Tom Kirk Richard & Ellen Willis In-Kind Gifts: Dr. & Mrs. Richard Ferree Vern & Margo Imes Ginny Sartorius The Spice Merchant Women’s Focus Magazine Alfresco Gala Hosts: Thornton Anderson Gary & Shirley Austerman Roy & Ann Baker Don & Shirley Beggs Bill & Patty Bennett Susan Bowers & Keith Boscher Ben & Beth Brophy Bob & Denita Burgess John & Shannan Carnes Mrs. Charles Chandler Heather Gillingham Chapple K.C. & Cari Clayton Gary & Michele Cocking Scott Davies Brian & Julie Devlin Dan & Mardi Engel Steve English John & Jane Foster Jim & Linda Fritzemeier Stephanie Galichia Bud & Toni Gates Kathy Goree Chuck & Susie Grier Jim & Carolyn Grier Steve & Theresa Hauck Dick & Bonnie Honeyman Joe Johnson & Jeanne Goodvin Mark & Heidi Jolliffe Don & Tish Knappenberger Brad & Cindy Lampton Shawn & Shawna Lancelot Michael & Whitney Maloney

D onations received from Februar y 1 – April 30, 2011

Meg Mathewson & Duane Nordick Buzz & Libby Merritt Janet Miller & Nile Dillmore Anna & Belden Mills Chris & Mary O’Brien Gregg & Karen Oblinger Andy & Linda Peressin Scott & Diane Post Jay & Julie Prater MIke & Jamee Ross Phil & Courtney Ruffin Dick & Lorie Rumsey Jacob & Lindy Sands Scholfield Auto Plaza/Steve & Janet Hatchett Jim & Jane Shaw John & Molly Shawver Cash & Maria Shelton Lee Smith Steve & Pam Spines SPLURGE! Magazine Douglas & Kathi Stark Tom & Christie Triplett Larry & Sharon Van Horn Jesse Vliet & Lacey Vess-Vliet Rocky & Barbara Waitt Dale & Alice Wiggins Art & Betty Wood

Alfresco Gala Sponsors: The Commerce Trust Company Dustin Commer Justus Fugate Henry Helgerson Company Tom Kirk Koch Siedhoff Hand & Dunn Media Partners, Inc. Mittlestadt Props & Design

Office Aide, Inc. PEC Friends of Project Beauty, Inc. Dana Smith Spirit AeroSystems Mrs. & Mrs. John Stewart, III Standard Beverage Corporation Sutherlands Total Printing Solutions The Trust Company of Kansas

Downing Children’s Garden Gifts: The family & friends of Larry Ardissone Coleen Atherton-Wiley & C.C. Wiley Roy & Ann Baker The family & friends of Deloris Boothe Susan Bowers & Keith Boscher Jon & Kelly Callen Cargill, Incorporated Chuck & Georgia Chandler Carl & Helen Cole Comfort Care Homes, Inc. Commerce Bank/William T. Kemper Foundation Complete Landscaping Systems, Inc. Lee & Margaret Crawford D&D Equipment Sales & Rentals The Helen Davis Estate Krista Davis Pete & Janet DeFazio Larry & Joyce Determann The DeVore Family Fund Tom & Jill Docking Paula & Barry Downing Emprise Bank Stephen A. English

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The Fidelity Bank Foundation Friends of Botanica/The Wichita Garden Show Association Jim & Linda Fritzemeier Justus H. Fugate, Jr. Wayne & Pat Fugit Ann Garvey Garvey Kansas Foundation/John and Jinny Garvey James Garvey Family Charitable Trust Jean K. Garvey/The Jean & Willard Garvey Fund Chris & Amanda Graber Mrs. Malcolm Greene Jim & Carolyn Grier Grumpy Old Men Jim & Shari Hand Ron & Pam Harnden The family & friends of Jenny Hattan Steve & Theresa Hauck The family & friends of Barbara Heinsohn Dr. & Mrs. Douglas V. Horbelt The family & friends of James & Betty Howell Hypatia Club of Wichita INTRUST Bank Jacob Liquor Exchange, LLC Junior League Gardeners Gial & Marge Kaegi Mike Kandt Kansas Pond Society Margaret Mathewson & Duane Nordick Dr. James & Beverly Mershon Helen Messner Janet Miller & Nile Dillmore Bob & Evelyn Neier Bob & Sharon Pedroja Chris Paulsen Polk Project Beauty, Inc. Peter & Rebecca Reynolds Marilyn Roberts Julie Sheppard Simpson & Associates Construction Services Judy & Don Slawson

Spirit AeroSystems Steve & Ann Starch Marni & Frank D. Stevens Linda & John T. Stewart, III The family & friends of Sylvia Strathe Donald Tener The Twentieth Century Club Duane & Pat Van Dolah Byrne & Becky Vickers The Wichita Marriott Hotel Martha & Keith Walker/The Lattner Family Foundation Wanita C. Wright

date

mark your calendar

for the following events and activities coming up soon!

june 26, 1-5 p.m.

july 2, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

july 22

july 29, 7 p.m. VIVA Alfresco! Outdoor dining with a latin flair Tickets are $100, $75 for Botanica members, Call Kathy Scott or Jamee Ross for information or reservations.

september 23

october 15

Member Preview Party for the Downing Children’s Garden Grand Opening of the Downing Children’s Garden

Entry deadline for Botanica's annual Poster Competition

Entry deadline for the Portrait of Botanica Photography Competition

BOOtanica- a fall festival for the whole family

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On the front cover: "A Promise of Lilies to Come" by Beverly Strouse On the back cover: "A Break From The Summer Heat" by Beverly Strouse