Read her story at CapitolHillHistory.org
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Photo: Library of Congress
The Capitol Hill Garden Club presents
Goldie Mamakos’ happiest memories revolved around her Greek heritage and growing up on Capitol Hill. She learned about her roots from her many Greek relatives and thrived at local schools, especially the now-demolished Wallach School that once stood near Eastern Market. Read Goldie Mamakos’ oral history at CapitolHillHistory.org. Help preserve Capitol Hill history by becoming a volunteer.
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Dear Garden Problem Lady, by Wendy Blair My gorgeous scarlet Monarda Didyma refuses to stay put. It wanders around in the garden. Is there any Monarda that stays in one place and forms more of a clump? Like a bee or a hummingbird, it is easy to adore the fire-engine-red Monarda, by far the most popular one. However, it spreads fast by its expansive roots and refuses to be part of a neat border year after year. Monarda, known also as “Bee Balm” or “Bergamot” because of the delicious smell of its leaves, does now come in pale pink, dark wine burgundy, and other colors. My own favorite is the blue one called “Bluestocking”, which forms more in a mound. (PICTURED)
How should I water a mature tree? We have a dogwood, and then there is a massive Red Oak in the tree box out front. For the dogwood, turn your sprinkler or hose nozzle to its lowest trickle and leave it on underneath the tree for hours, moving it occasionally. Do this once every 10 days or so. The Oak has managed to survive through many a drought. It needs little from you except attention to removing any dead branches. The city is responsible for the care of street trees. I love watering my garden. I inspect everything as I water, to watch the miracle of growth unfold. It has suddenly oc-
