TRELLIS
The newsletter of the Civic Garden Centre in Metropolitan Toronto September, 1992
Volume 19, Number 8
Sale of garden mums
New service for members: phone in your orders 397-1355 by September 7 (and still receive your members 10% discount)
Members day
Friday, September 11 10:00 am to 7:00 p.m.
Public sale
Saturday and Sunday
September 12 and 13 Noon to 5:00 p.m.
See page 3 for details
Civic Garden Centre
General
Information
The Civic Garden Centre is a volunteer-based non-profit organization with open membership, working to foster interest, involvement and education in gardening, horticulture and related artistic, environmental and community issues. Located in Edwards Gardens, at Leslie Street and Lawrence Avenue East in North York, the Centre serves members throughout Metropolitan Toronto and across Ontario. The Civic Garden Centre is pleased to rent facilities for meetings, receptions, exhibits and shows. Please contact our rental agent. Registered charity number 0228114-56.
Hours:
- Summer(April1 toOctober31):weekdays 9:30a.m.to5:00p.m.; weekendsandholidays noon to 5:00 p.m. Winter (November 1 to March 31): weekdays 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.; weekends and holidays noon to 4:00 p.m.
Telephone: Allnumbers are area code 416.
Main number: 397-1340
Rentals: 397-1349
Special events: 397-1350
Trellis Shop: 397-1357
Courseinformation: 397-1340
Fax: 397-1354
Gardening hotline: 397-1345 (hours: noon to 3:00 p.m.)
Executive committee:
President: Robin Wilson Vice-president and treasurer:
Peter J. Lewis
Honorary counsel: Aird and Berlis
Civic Garden Centre staff members: Members: Cicely Bell, Mary Ann Executive director: Sally Sullivan Brinckman, Bayla Gross, Kenneth Accounts: Janie Brentnall Laundy Horticulturists: Anne Marie Van Nest
Board of directors: Helen Craig
For 1992: Dr. Brian Bixley, Mary Ann Brinckman, Bayla Gross, Luba Hussel, Kenneth Laundy, Ruth MacKneson
For 1992-1993: Cicely Bell, Heather Brodeur,WendyLawson,Peter].Lewis, Susan Macaulay, Mary Mills, Laura Rapp. For 1993-1995: MarjorieHarris, Louise Kappus, Aird Lewis, Roger Silverthorne, Robin Wilson. RepresentativeofMetropolitanToronto Parks and Property: Victor Portelli.
Librarian: Pamela MacKenzie
Maintenance supervisor: Walter Morassutti
Rental agent: Betsy Chubb
Secretary: Shirley Lyons
Trellis Shop manager: Jackie Brisby
Trellis Shop assistant manager: Barbara Stevenson
Volunteer and publicity co-ordinator: Carolyn Dalgarno
Courses: Ann Warren
TRELLIS
Volume 19, Number 8
Editor: Iris Hossé Phillips Advertising information: (416) 397-1340
Trellis is published ten times a year as a members newsletter by the Civic Garden Centre, 777 Lawrence Avenue East, North York, Ontario M3C 1P2. Telephone number: (416) 397-1340.
Manuscriptssubmittedonavoluntarybasis are gratefully received. No remuneration is possible.
Articles, manuscripts and advertising materialmustbereceivedbythe15thofthe monthtoinsurepublicationsixweekslater. Forexample,materialreceivedbyOctober 15 will be included in the December issue of Trellis.
Opinions expressed within Trellis do not necessarily reflect those of the Centre.
The Centre is pleased to grant permission to copy material published in Trellis; however, credit to the author and Trellis must be given.
Editorial
By Iris Phillips
Although I usually read gardening books during the winter months, this summer I learned ofabookbyMichaelPollan,Second Nature: AGardener sEducation(TheAtlantic Monthly Press, 258 pages). This is not a how-to bookbutanexplorationoftheact ofgardeningand thegardenasa reflection onculture,nature,history,landscapingand the wilderness ethic. Pollan is executive editorofHarper smagazineandwritesvery well healsohasa sharp senseofhumor. This book is truly wonderful and I can t stop praising it and lending it to friends who read it and buy their own copy.
Thedebateoverpurpleloosestrife(Lythrum salicaria) continues. I now eye the plant with great suspicion when I see the pink/ purple flowers along the roadside or in gardens. AnneMarieVanNest,theCentre s horticulturist, presented a balanced view in the November, 1990, issue of Trellis, Purple loosestrife: to grow or not to grow? . Sincethen, Ohio,Wisconsin and Minnesota have banned the sale, distribution and planting of purple loosestrife; however, the plant continues its rapid advance intoAmericanwetlands. Somebooksandcommericalplantnurseries claim that cultivars like Morden Gleam are sterile; unfortunately, plant scientists statethatthereisno totallysterilestrainof loosestrife. I have watched a loosestrife stand by a boggy, wet area near Glendon College since 1990 and am amazed at the rapid and invasive spread of the original few plants.
TheCentre isaproductiveandbusyplace. Joinusasavolunteerifyouhavefreetime. Trellis, September, 1992
AN EDWARDS GARDEN
EVENING
September 23, 7:30 p.m.
Members-Free Non-Members-$4
Speaker: Mark Cullen
One ofCanada s leadinggarden experts, president of Weall & Cullen Nurseries, author and residentgarden broadcaster with CFRB
Topic: Color in your garden with Holland bulbs
Learn all about spring bulbs with Mark Cullen. In his book, A Greener Thumb, Mark points out thatCanadians enjoy the perfect climate for growing springflowering bulbs. Our cool autumn allows for strong root development; our long winter gives bulbs a generous rest period; and our cold spring encourages an unveiling of rich, vibrant colors over a period of weeks.
Mark willlookatsuccessfulgardendesign with bulbs and will concentrate on color, height, bloom schedule and other design elements. He will discuss how to buy bulbs, planting techniques, what s new or unusual and the reliable old favorites.
The Trellis Shop will have an excellent selection of bulbs for sale and members will receive 10% off their purchases.
Mark will be available at the conclusion of the program to sign his books, A Greener Thumb and his latest, The Real Dirt.
The evening is sponsored by the Edwards Charibable Foundation.
[LLANDSCAPE
Combining the various elements, light, \_/ stone, plant material, wood and water, to create engaging and elegant outdoor settings.
PLUS
Sale of garden mums
New service for members: phone in your orders 397-1355 by September 7 (and still receive your members 10% discount)
Members pre-order pick-up day Public sale
Friday, September 11
Saturday and Sunday 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. September 12 and 13 Noon to 5:00 p.m.
Celebrate autumn with a colorful plant ofgarden mums. The eight-inch fibre pots are ready for planting instantly in the garden (or place them on your patio or deck). These nursery-grown garden mums of the highest quality are only $4.99 a plant. Please show quantity required.
HEKLA - An attractive, prolific white daisy flower.
ILLUSION - Large quilled daisy flowers in white.
DEBONAIR - A short plant, an intense lavender color.
STARGAZER - A dark lavender daisy flower with a yellow centre.
NAOMI - A nice, pink quilled daisy mum with a light yellow centre.
GRENADINE - Our favorite (and most popular), a coral-pink color.
BRAVO - A deep dark red decorative mum. Short in height.
ANNA - A delightful new yellow daisy garden mum.
JESSICA - A bright yellow decorative mum. A cheery addition.
YELLOW ILLUSION - A yellow quilled daisy type ofmum.
TARGET - A sunny, dark yellow decorative flower.
GINGER - A two-tonebronze mum decorative form.
GRACE - New, orange-bronze daisy flowers.
e All varieties are subject to availability.
* 10% members discountwill apply to pre-orders receivedby September 7.
* Please pay for your plants on members pre-order pick-up day September 11.
* A selection oflarge patio pots willbe on sale for $ 8.99.
® Questions? Call 397-1355.
Name: Phone:
Address:
City: Postal code:
Membership number: Expiry date:
The Trellis 6hop
Fragile Beauty The Victorian Art of Dried Flower Gardening PressedFlowers. Describes the basics for growing for A new book by Sandy Puckett, lavishly drying and arranging dried flowers and illustrated with hands-on advice for making pot pourri. By Joanne Sheen and beautiful sophisticated designs. $23.95. Catherine Alexander. $29.95
Preserving beautiful flowers
Silica-gel with additive
A drying material with excellent drying qualities. Can be used over and over again. 4 Ibs, $25.99
Flora cure
A grade of glycerine with a suitable specific gravity for curing foliage used in winter arrangements. 1 litre, $ 10.99.
Flower presses
Various sizes and prices
Position available
The Centre is currently seeking an Education Officer to design, develop and implement a wide-ranging and coherent horticulture-related program of workshops,fieldtrips,conferencesandspecialeventssuchastheEdwardsGarden Evenings.
The successful candidate will have:
- demonstrated administrative and financial management skills
- proven organizational ability
- acollaborative team approach
- advanced working knowledge of Macintosh systems and relevant software for information and financial and management presentation
- highly established networks of relevant contacts
- ability to motivate and deal effectively with volunteers and committees and work well with the public
- understand and fully reflect the culture of a service organization
- knowledge of horticulture an asset.
Position requires two days per week (15 hours) plus evenings and weekends as required.
Send resume to the Executive Director no later than Monday, September21.
}oin us on Saturday, October 3, 1992 Floral Hall, The Civic Garden Centre Edwards Gardens /{ J/
777 LawrenceAvenue East at Leslie Street
Preview: 6:30 p.m. Silent Auction: 7:30 p.m.
Tickets: $10.00 pre-sale from FUSION
ere s youret btk ot phone (416) 777-9899
one-of-a-kind handcrafted clay and glass to reserve objects by FUSION members. $15.00 at the door
Proceeds go to FUSION: The Ontario Clay and Glass Association. One dollar of each ticket sold will be donated to the Ontario Crafts Council Building Fund. The support of the Government of Ontario through the Ministry of Culture and Communications and the Ontario Arts Council is acknowledged. FUSION is a registered not-for-profit charitable organization. (Charitable registration # 0528471-22-13)
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Naks A Civic Garden Centre seminar
o 2 .\'j ,/'\\ Sunday, October 18, 1:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Me}nbers. $35 Non- members: $45
Onceflowersfade and leavesfall, a garden is distilled to its bare bones walls, hedges, pathways and outstanding plant specimens.
The Brooklyn Botanic Garden Record
In Canada winter is long and hard, but the garden, with a little attention, can still be a place of visual interest and wonder.
THE BARE ESSENTIALS
1:00 - 2:00 p.m.
Penny Arthurs, Cabbagetown s own Chelsea Gardener, is a graduate ofone ofBritain s leading schools of garden design, the English Gardening School which is affiliated with the Royal Horticultural Society . She is a prominent Toronto landscape architect.
Inwinter,morethananyotherseason,thegarden needsgooddesignandawell-ordered pattern. Penny willexplainhowthewintergardenisenhanced throughtheuseofwalls, fences, pergolas, latticework, shapes of plants, garden ornaments, the wrappings on plants and night-lighting. Other elements such as shadow, light, snow, stone, trees, shrubs,bermsand surrounding vistasare important features to considerwhencreating an attractive winter view.
2:00 - 2:15 p.m. coffee break
NATURE S OWN 2:15: 305 pans
Brian Holley is a garden writerandheadofthe teaching garden atthe RoyalBotanical Gardens. He is a regular guest on the television program, The Hobby Garden.
Winteris aperiodinthegardenwheneverythingcomestoastandstillandthereisalmostnochange. Thegardenshouldbemade asinterestingaspossibleparticularlywhenyouarelikelytospendmuch time wistfully looking at it from indoors. Brian will discuss ornamental grasses, tree bark, ground covers,seedpods,hellebores,flowering trees andshrubs,conifersforshapeandcolor, winterbulbs and plant material to attract birds.
WINTER PROTECTION
3555 =5:00:p.nt
Gardeners must protect their gardens against winter damage caused by cold and wind. A representative from the Toronto MasterGardeners will discuss protective techniques and give tips on how to get the garden ready for winter. There will be ample time for questions.
The stage, decorated by Canadian Wild Bird Co., shows how you can attract birds toyour garden andinsure thatyou have constant visitors throughoutthe wintermonths. Many ofthese items will be for sale atthe conclusion ofthe program. Containers and urns can be used to add interest tothe winter garden. A display of garden ornaments will be created for us.
Registration form Members $35
The garden in winter Non-members $45
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The frugal gardener tips for shoestring gardening
ByAnneMarie Van Nest, Civic Garden Centre horticulturist
* Growperennials! Theinitialplanting costs may be higher than for annuals, but in the long term, perennials are more economical.
* Reseedthelawninsteadoflayingsod.
Mid-Septemberisthebesttimeofyear for lawn seeding.
* Start garden plants from seed. An extraamountofpatienceisneededtogrow plants this way, but the number of plants that are now available is dazzling. Start morethanyouneedand tradeyourexcess with other gardeners.
* Recycle household containers (like thosewhichmargarineoryogurtcomein) to start your seedlings or plant cuttings. Besides being frugal, this recycling will help Mother Earth, too.
¢ Ifyouneed extra pots collect discards from your neighbors during planting season or go to a local nursery that has a free potbin.
* Take advantage of free compost for the flower garden from your city or Metropolitan Toronto compost program. Since the compost is from unknown materials,avoidusingitforyourvegetable garden. Bring along your own strong containers and a muscular friend to help shovel. For further information, call Metro Works Department: 392-5420.
® Saveyourown seed from non-hybrid plants. Store seeds in labelled jars in the refrigerator until sowing time.
* Usepantyhosetotieupfloppingplants; or use prunings from trees and shrubs as stakes.
* Buyfewer,butlarger,plantsanddivide themwhenplanting. Growplantsthatwill spread and fill spaces quickly.
* Planto domajorgardeningprojectsin stages. A large project tackled a little at a time has a greater chance ofsuccess.
* Buy plants from a horticultural or specialty plant society. These groups invariably have plants at great prices and oftenhavehard-to-findplants. WatchTrellis for information on sales.
* After obtaining a garden design, do the planting yourself.
* Takeagardentourtogetplentyofnew ideas.
* BorrowgardeningbooksfromtheCivic GardenCentrelibrary; takeafew minutes to read the current gardening magazines on display.
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e Plant trees, shrubs or perennials in the fall. Almost every nursery has plants on sale at this time. Although the selection is not the best, for the garden basics this is a \ great time for reduced prices. \ N . e MN
e Don't cultivate early in the spring in areas where annuals or perennials may / j I &\ have self-seeded.
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e Watch the gardening shows on J / televisionforgreatideas. Localgardening radio shows offer even more gardening suggestions.
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* Use mulches to conserve water. A hotlineformorehintsandproblem-solving mulch of grass clippings or compost is ideas. The Master Gardeners are at 397excellent. 1345 between noon and 3:00 p.m.
* Buy fertilizers, insecticides, soils and fithercardeningitemsinlatsesizesibhivide oo o~
these bulk supplies with your gardening | Doyouhavefavoritetipsforgardeningfrugally?jl neighbors. UseyourC.G.C.discountinthe | Drop Trellis a line at the Centre, and we'll | TrellisShopfor10%offpurchasesover$10. | g31540your ideas in afuture issue. | Buy insecticides in concentrate form and |__ mix your own solutions according to directions. Buy a garden shredder or wheelbarrowwithsomeofyourgardening neighbors and share.
e Have your soil tested at the Centre before applying any sulphur or lime to correctthesoilpH. Yoursoilmaynotneed as much as you think.
® Buy durable gardening tools that will last. Replacing poorer quality tools frequently will be more expensive in the long term than buying quality from the
beginning.
In the library
ByPamela MacKenzie, Civic Garden Centre librarian
Be a library friend: Members can help the Centre to acquire new books by taking part in the library s BuyaBookprogram. Ifyousponsorabook forthelibrary,abookplatewithyourname, orthenameofafriend,willbeplaced atthe front of the book.
The books listed below will be on display duringSeptember.Youareinvitedtodonate atitle,inpersonorbytelephone. Weaccept VISA or MasterCard and will send you a tax receipt.
On display for prospective donors: e Williams, Steven. The easy-care garden. $30.
¢ James,Theodore. Specialtygardens. $50.
e Loewer, Peter. The wild gardener: on flowers andfoliagefor thenatural border. $22.
* Salley, Homer E. and Greer, Harold E. Rhododendron species;second edition. $45.
Art in The Link
Jean Forder
September 1 to September 14
Here & There, This & That
Mary Cromarty
September 29 to October 12
» Wilson, Jim. Landscaping withwildflowers: an environmentalapproach togardening. $40.
e Lancaster, Roy. Shrubs through the seasons. $25.
New titles on the shelves:
e Stonescaping: a guide to using stone in yourgarden, byJan K. Whitner. 1992.
e Rodale s all-new encyclopedia of organic gardening. 1992.
Thekitchengarden:growingvegetablesand fruit naturally, by Patrick Lima. 1992.
» Using herbs in the landscape, by Debra Kirkpatrick. 1992.
¢ Thecompletegeranium:cultivation,cooking and crafts, by Susan Conder. 1992.
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VOLUNTEER CORNER
Carolyn Dalgarno and Marilyn King, volunteer co-ordinators
It s hard to believe that summer s nearly over and it s time to resume our autumn activities. Overthe summer, the Civic Garden Centre has been hard at work planning special programs, courses and events. We now need volunteers to assist us with our activities.
OnSeptember 11, 12and 13,the sale ofgarden mums will takeplace. We will needvolunteers on Thursday, September 10 to help unload and set up the shipment. Volunteers will also be required on Friday, September 11 to help with the members sale, 10:00a.m. to 7:00p.m. and on Saturday, September 12 and Sunday, September 13, noon to 5:00 p.m.
Mistletoe Magic, ourfund-raisingcraft show, will be held November5, 6 and7. We will need volunteers on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday to help set up the show and help the exhibitors movein. Weneedmany volunteersonThursday,Friday andSaturdayofthe show. Mistletoe Magic is open from 10:00 a.m. to9:00p.m. onThursday andFriday andfrom 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Saturday.
Ifyouhavehalfaday aweekavailableforvolunteerwork, pleaseconsiderbecomingaregular volunteer at the Centre. Call 397-1351 and make an appointment to come in and talk to us.
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Need anyadvice to help make your garden even lovelier? Gardens - .By Sheridan landscape designers offer everything from peerless consultation and planningto complete construction and mainte-
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Soil analysis service offered
The Civic Garden Centre offers soil analysis to help gardeners provide the environment theirplants need.
The fee for soil testing is $5 for members of the Civic Garden Centre and $7 for nonmembers (G.S.T. not included). The test measures acidity (pH) and conductivity (salt) levels in the soil. Results can be mailed for an additional $1 in advance. Call the Centre for instructions on taking a soil sample.
The vacationer s gardener: for |
attentive, knowledgeable care of your indoor or outdoor garden GARDEN
during your vacation, please call Marie Foley, 512-0488.
Fallcleanup,landscaping, window
washing, painting. CallStephenat
362-7434. Reasonable rates. |
References provided. Rlring
The garden in September
By Vivien Jenkinson
There is a lot to do in the garden as fall approaches, to keep plants safe over the winterandtopreparefornextyear sgarden.
® Thisisthebestmonthtoseedorsodthe lawn. Starttorakeleavesoffastheyfalland fertilize the lawn as it comes into active growthinthecoolerweather. Dethatching and aerating can be done now. Chemical weed control works better in the cooler weatherbutusethismethodonlyafteryou have identified the exact problem.
* Evergreens should be transplanted earlyinfallandwateredinwellsotheycan form good root systems. Container stock can also be transplanted now.
* Get your hardy mums into position earlyand they willreward youwitha long period ofbloom.
e Startplantingthespringbulbs: narcissi, crocus, snowdrops, winter aconites and scilla gointhismonth. Usechickenwire to protect planted bulbs from squirrels or plant only narcissi.
* Vegetable harvest continues. Dig potatoes early to protect them from blight. Don tleavethemexposed ontheground or they will turn green. Bend onions over to ripen them more quickly. Clean up the vegetableplotasyouharvest,andcompost the remnants immediately.
® Perennials canbedivided and thebed tidiedup. Transplantportionsoftheoutside of the clumps which will grow more vigorously.
* Take cuttings of plants to save over winter, such as geraniums, impatiens and begonia.
® Save seeds for next year. Peas and beansshouldbeallowedtoripencompletely
on theplantand mustbe dried completely beforestoring.Labeltheseedsimmediately and store them in paper bags in dry and cool conditions. Remember that, while some hybrids produce seeds, the plants from these willnotmatchtheparentplant.
Vivien Jenkinson is a Master Gardener at the Civic Garden Centre.
Fountains, Statuary, Urns, Pedestals, Planters, Birdbaths, Birdhouses, Sundials, Benches, Lanterns and other innovative ideas . . .
Open weekends& holidays 11 a.m.-5 p.m. orweekdays with a phonecall.
1094Derry Road West W. of Guelph Line, N. of Q.E.W. & Hwy. %5 S. of401 exit401 at Guelph Line
DERRY RD. WESTENDSATPICKLETREEFARM (416) 336-1398
Mistletoe Magic brings Ontario crafters to the Centre
Mistletoe Magic is a unique show of the work of the best of Ontario crafts people. Eachyearasearchisconductedthroughout Ontario to find new exhibitors to insure theshow svitality. The 1992showfeatures distinctive workbymore than 70 artisans carefullychosenineachoftheircategories.
Step through the front doors ofthe Centre intoaChristmasfantasy.Thebuildingwill be decorated for Christmas with many innovative decorating tips.
Proceed on and visit the many booths featuring everything you will possibly need, from specialty food items, to gifts and decorations for the holiday season. Categories represented are accessories, basketry, ceramics, children s clothing, dried flowers, fabric art, glass, jewelry, lace, needlepoint, paper mache, pottery, recycled art, sculpture, silk screening, smocking,stencilling,toys,unusualplants and planters, weaving, women' s clothing and wood. The Garden Club of Toronto and Milne House Garden Club will each haveboothsreflectingtheircreativetalents.
For your shopping pleasure, the cafe will be offering morning coffee, lunch, afternoon tea and a light dinner.
A visit to Mistletoe Magic will give you a jump on the holiday season ahead and fill
the shopping needs of even the most discriminatingshopper. Proceedsfromthe showgotosupporttheongoingworkofthe Civic Garden Centre.
The Christmas show and sale of Ontario craftswillbeheldattheCivicGardenCentre onNovember5,6and?7. ItisopenThursday and Fridayfrom10:00a.m. to9:00p.m. and Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00p.m. Admission is $4 and parking is free.
Wgw lanaubof Tororto
Festival of Flowers at Holy Rosary Church
354 St. Clair Ave. W.
September 25 10 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
September 26 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
September 27 2 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
The Garden Club ofToronto has beautifully decorated the church for its centennial celebration. The floral carpet provides an outstanding highlight.
Free Parking Free Admission
Questions and answers with the Master Gardeners
Q. Myhostasarefullofholes,especiallythelowerleaves.
SLUGS
A. Slugs just love to eat hostas. Use slug bait (metaldehyde) or put out beer traps (the slugs fall in and drown, but you must empty and refill the traps two or three times a week). Or handpick the slugs in the evening, dropping them into a can of water and detergent.Youcanhinderslugsfromapproachingthe g plants with cinders, sand or diatomaceous earth. A Pait under beard. copper wire around the plant also deters slugs.
Q. I want to plant some bulbs under fir trees. Would daffodilsbesuitable? There ssometrafficaroundthetreesfrom kids playing there.
A. Daffodils may notbe a good choice, for they like a fairamountofsunandmoisturetobloomwell. Itwould bebettertousesmallbulbslikescillaorchionodoxa. They do not keep their leaves so long, die down faster (so the lawncanbemownsooner) andtheywillnotbedamaged too much by play, as daffodils might be.
Q. Myturnipshaveholesand bugs in them,at thebottomofthestemand in theroots. Whatis the cause?
A. Cabbage or root maggots. Avoid plantingturnipsinMay,waituntillater. Cover the seedlings with screening (agricultural fleece) to prevent the flies from laying their eggs. Apply Diazinon before or at seeding time or immediately after transplanting. Or TURNIPS pilewoodashesaroundthebaseofeachplant. anchored with earth at edges
AGRICULTURAL FLEECE OVER
Thanks to Vivien Jenkinsonfor illustrations. MasterGardenersanswerquestionsonthegardeninghotlinedaily,noonto3:00p.m.
Ligularia stenocaphala plant of the month
By Anna Leggatt
Ligularia stenocephala The Rocket is an elegant plant. It forms a large clump of dark green leaves, almost heart-shaped, with strongly marked teeth. It blooms in mid to late summer. The flower stalk is nearlyblack, 11/2 metres tall, with a spire of 2 cm shaggy daisies. The spikes turn brown in the fall, producing fluffy seeds which provide food for some birds and give early winter interest.
There are several different ligularias available today. My favorite is also listed as L. przewalskii, but most garden centres label it Ligularia The Rocket . They all belong to the daisy family which was known as the Compositae, as what appears tobeoneflower,ordaisy, isactuallymade upofmanytinyflowers. Thefamilyisalso called the Asteraceae as asters are a large typical group within the family.
All thespeciesneed rich, moistsoilandare happy in boggy conditions. They grow in partial shade and if the soil is drier, shade is a must. The leaves may wilt on a hot summer s day, making the garden look untidyforafewhours. Theysoonrecover.
It is possible to grow from seed, planting outside in a pot, placed in the shade and lefttofreezeandthaw. Theplantswiththe best form should be kept. Established clumps can be divided carefully.
Ligularias are natives of the far east. The Rocket grows in damp mountain areas in Japan, Taiwan and northern China. I was amusedtoseeitgrowingbesidetheroadin Japan.
Others to look for are L. dentata and its forms Desdemona and Othello . These two have large heads of orange-yellow daisies and dark leaves that are reddish underneath. These produce dark-leaved forms from seed.
Good companion plants when growing in damp shade are cardinal flower (Lobelia cardinalis)anditshybrids,greatbluelobelia, L. Syphilitica,itswhitevariety, andJoe-pye weed, Eupatorium purpureum.
Anna Leggatt is a Toronto Master Gardener.
Coming events at the Centre
September 1
* Men sGardenClub, meeting, 8:00 p.m. 6
* Southern Ontario Orchid Society, meeting, 1:00 p.m. 8
* North Toronto Horticultural Society, annual show, 7:30 p.m. 9
* Jkebana International # 208, annual dinner meeting, 7:00 p.m. 11
* C.G.C. sale ofgarden mums, pre-order pick-up, 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. 12 and 13
* C.G.C.saleofgardenmums,publicsale, noon to 5:00 p.m.
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* York Rose and Garden Society, show, 1:00 p.m.
® Ontario Rock Garden Society, meeting. Speaker: Joyce Fingerut, Plants of the Pamir ; also plant auction, 1:30 p.m.
* Geranium and Pelargonium Society, show, admission $1, 2:00 p.m. 14
e How to draw for those who can t, course #4145, 10:00 a.m.
* Toronto Bonsai Society, meeting, 7:00 p.m.
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* Toronto Cactus and Succulent Club, meeting, 7:30 p.m. 16
® Understanding the classical Chinese garden, course # 4144, 7:30 p.m. 18
* Wreaths for all seasons, course #4139, 9:30 a.m.
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* Canadian Rose Society, meeting, 2:00 p-m.
* Toronto Gesneriad Society, meeting, 2:00 p.m.
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* BasicSogetsu, course #4129, 10:00 a.m.
* Mycological Society, Fungi Fair, noon to 9:00 p.m.
¢ Intermediate Sogetsu, course # 4131, 1:00 p.m.
* Blazeofglory:fallgardenrejuvenation, course # 4168, 7:00 p.m.
e Southern Ontario Orchid Society Newcomers, meeting, 7:30 p.m.
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e Watercolor studio, course # 4157. 9:30 a.m.
* Needlepoint for absolute beginners, course #4148, 9:30 a.m.
¢ Introductorywatercolor,course#4121, 1:00 p.m.
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¢ An Edwards Garden Evening Speaker: Mark Cullen Topic: Color in your garden with bulbs Time: 7:30 p.m.
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* Basketrytechniques,course#4141,9:30 a.m.
e Calligraphy - introductory, course #4132, 1: 15 p.m.
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* Churchflowerarranging,course#4140, 9:30 a.m.
* Rug hooking, course #4124, 10:00 a.m.
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* TorontoAfricanVioletSociety,African violet and craft sale, 1:00 p.m.
¢ Rhododendron Society of Canada, meeting, 2:00 p.m.
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Thelandscapeinwatercolor-2,course #4165, 1:00 a.m.
* Landscapedesignforthehomeowner, course #4102, 7:30 p.m.
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* Broadening artistic interpretation: a workshopforwatercolorists,course#4110, noon.
May we invite you to join us?
TheCivicGardenCentrewarmlywelcomesnewmembers.Joinus,andmeetfriendswhosharean interest in gardening, floral arts and horticulture.
Activities:
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o workshops, classes and clinics
. flower shows
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e The Trellis Shop (garden supplies, plants, gifts andbooks)
. Trellis newsletter
Member discounts apply on many of these activities.
Volunteers:
garden tours horticultural library soil testing service gardening hotline
Master Gardeners' activities plant sales fund-raising activities
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CIVIC GARDEN CENTRE APPLICATION FOR MEMBERSHIP
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Contents
. Fall Courses At The Centre -Course Listings
. Courses & Instructors
. ART
. CRAFTS
. Volunteers
. FLOWER ARRANGING
. The Civic Garden Centre
. HORTICULTURE
. OTHER
. The Civic Garden Centre Instructors
. Facts about Registration
. Registration Form
. Membership Advantages
Fall Courses At The Centre ~ Course Listings
Sept 14,21,28; Oct 5,19,26
How To Draw - for those who can't 4145
Sept 16
Understanding The Classical Chinese Garden 4144
Sept 18 Wreaths For All Seasons 4139
Sept 21,28; Oct5,26; Nov 16,23 Basic Sogetsu 4129
Sept 21,28; Oct5,26; Nov 16,23
Intermediate Sogetsu 4131
Sept 21,28
Blaze Of Glory: Fall Garden Rejuvenation 4168
Sept22,29; Oct 6,13,20,27; Nov 10,17
Watercolour Studio 4157
Sept22,29; Oct 6,13,20,27: Nov 10,17
Introductory Watercolour 4121
Sept22,29; Oct 6,13 Needlepoint For Absolute Beginners 4148
Sept 24; Oct 1,8,15,22,29 Calligraphy - Introductory 4132
Sept 24; Oct 1,8,15,11,29
Basketry Techniques 4141
Sept 25; Oct 2,9,16,23,30; Nov 13,20 Rug Hooking 4124
Sept25
Church Flower Arranging 4140
Sept 28; Oct 5,19,26; Nov 9,16,23,30
The Landscape in Watercolour - 2 4165-2
Sept 28; Oct. 5,19,26; Nov 9,16,23,30
Landscape Desigh For The Homeowner 4102
Sept30
Broadening Artistic Interpretation - 4110 a workshop for watercolourists
Fall Courses 1992 The Civic Garden Centre
ART e Course Descriptions
Broadening Artistic Interpretation - 4110
a workshop for watercolourists
Instructor: Elaine Gitalis
Starting with a 35 minute illustrated talk, you will see how various artists have become inspired by nature & interpreted the same information differently. Then you'll try it yourslf--a developmental exercise. This course is suitable for people who have painted in watercolour. Bring pictures of scenes which have inspired you, your watercolour paints, brushes & water container.
Day/Time: Wednesday 12-3:30pm
Dates: Sept 30
Registration Fee Members: $ 30.
Registration Deadline: September 28
Non Members: $ 40.
Calligraphy - Introductory 4132
Instructor: Margaret Challenger
Beginners will learn letter shapes (Script only) & how to use them writing with a broad edged pen. Bring Osmiroid basic pen set including three nibs (fountain pens only, not dip nibs), Skrip (or other makes) black ink, pad ruled 5 squares to the inch. Watch for Intermediate Calligraphy starting January 21, 1993, forcontinuedpractise & to learn new scripts .
Day/Time: Thursdays 1:15-3:15pm
Dates: Sept 24; Oct 1,8,15,22,29
Registration Fee Members: $ 58.
Registration Deadline: September 22
Non Members: $ 73.
Choosing Innovative Picture Framing 4118
Instructor: Sally Hartwell
You will go away better equipped to choose the most suitable, artistic frame for that favourite picture. Design & colour basics will be demonstrated through viewing endless possibilities with custom painted or ready-to-order mats & frames. Optional: bring a problem picture--framed or not--for use as a sample.
Day/Time: Tuesday 1-3pm
Dates: Nov 10
Registration Fee Members: $ 18.
Registration Deadline: November5
Non Members: $ 283.
Fall Courses 1992
The Civic Garden Centre
Experiment In Watercolour Collage
Instructor: Elaine Gitalis
4110
Through using your watercolour masterpieces (discards are excellent!) & adding a little of this & that, you will learn to create abstract compositions combining collage & watercolour painting. There'll be an emphasis on design & mixed media. Bring watercolour paper, water based paints, brushes, water container, scissors, Xacto, spray atomizer, white glue, glue stick, paper cement, interesting papers for collage & your reject watercolour paintings. Other materials available at class.
Day/Time: Saturday 12-4
Dates: Oct 1724
Registration Fee Members: $ 45. Non Members: $ 60.
Registration Deadline: October15
Greeting Card Workshop
Instructor: Margaret Challenger
4132W
Through experimentation & example, using various applications & tools (ie. sponges, brushes, paints), you will learn many methods & techniques (ie. how to use colour & design) for creating & constructing your own special occasion cards. Bring your choice of envelopes, Xacto knife, your paints & brushes (optional) & your lunch. Other materials available at class approx. $15.
Day/Time: Thursday 9:30am-3:30pm
Dates: November 12
Registration Fee Members: $ 33. Non Members: $ 43.
Registration Deadline: November 10
How To Draw - for those who can't
Instructor: Maggie Dickson
4145
For beginners--learn to draw! For post-beginners--continue to learn & work under the guidance of our expert. Technique & the use of pencil, crayon, ink & washes will be studied. Students, with not an artisticbone in theirbody, are amazed at their hidden talents & ability to progress. Bring 11 X 14 pad of bond paper, black India ink, inexpensive med. brush-#5, med. Chinese brush, thin to med. black Magic Marker (not indelible), & conte crayon.
Day/Time: Mondays 10am-12
Dates: Sept 14,21,28; Oct 5,19,26
Registration Fee Members: $ 58. Non Members: $ 73.
Registration Deadline: September 10
Fall Courses 1992 The Civic Garden Centre
ART o~ Course Descriptions
Introductory Watercolour 4121
Instructor: Lynda Bryden
Learn the skills of wash, dry brush, wet on wet glazing & textures, as well as the fundamental elements of composition, design & colour theory. Work at your own level using still life & flowers as subject matter. Bring sketch book, pencil & any brushes & watercolour paints you have. Materials list provided at class.
Day/Time: Tuesdays 1-4pm
Dates: Sept 22,29; Oct 6,13,20,27; Nov 10,17
Registration Fee Members: $ 115.
Registration Deadline: September 24
Non Members: $ 140.
The Art of Chinese Brush Painting - part 1 4126a
Instructor: Moira Mudie
For beginners as well as those who are experienced in Oriental techniques, this is an excellent way to perfect watercolour brush strokes. Some philosophy & symbolism introduced. Bring a container for water & a large newsprint pad. Materials available at class for nominal fee. For further information, call instructor at 222-1527. Don't forget to register for Part 2 of this course which starts January 13,1993 (for 7 weeks).
Day/Time: Mondays 9:30am-12:00
Dates: Nov 16,23,30; Dec 7,14
Registration Fee Members: $ 62. Non Members: $ 77.
Registration Deadline: November 12
The Art Of Chinese Brush Painting - part 1 4126p
Instructor: Moira Mudie
This is the same course as 4126a but this one is offered in the afternoons. Don't forget to registerforPart 2 ofthis course which starts January 13, 1993 (for 7 weeks).
Day/Time: Mondays 1:30-4:00pm
Dates: Nov 16,23,30; Dec 7,14
Registration Fee Members: $ 62.
Registration Deadline: November 12
Non Members: $ 77.
Fall. Courses 1992 The Civic Garden Centre
ART -~ Course Descriptions
The Landscape in Watercolour - 1
Instructor: Americo Del Col
4165-1
In this course, which is suitable for all levels of experience, you will learn techniques of colour, ideas on composition & choice of materials. The emphasis will be on "doing", putting into practice what you see during demonstrations, with a helpful nudge when needed. Materials list is available on registration.
Day/Time: Thursdays 7-10pm
Dates: Oct 1,8,15,22,29; Nov 12,19,26
Registration Fee Members: $ 115. Non Members: $ 140.
Registration Deadline: September 29
The Landscape in Watercolour - 2 4165-2
Instructor: Americo Del Col
This course is similar to The Landscape in Watercolour - 1, but it is offered in the afternoon.
Day/Time: Mondays 1-4pm
Dates: Sept 28; Oct 5,19,26; Nov 9,16,23,30
Registration Fee Members: $ 115. Non Members: $ 140.
Registration Deadline: September 24
Watercolour Studio 4157
Instructor: Lynda Bryden
An opportunity for painters with experience to work on individual painting projects, using their own subject matter, in the company of other artists. With an artist/instructor present for guidance & critique, practise still life, landscape or botanical painting. Bring your brushes, paper & watercolour paints.
Day/Time: Tuesdays 9:30am-12.30pm
Dates: Sept 22,29; Oct 6,13,20,27; Nov 10,17
Registration Fee Members: $ 105. Non Members: $ 130.
Registration Deadline: September 24
CRA FTS i~ Course Descriptions
Basketry Techniques 4141
Instructor: Maureen Robbins
A great way to relax!! For beginners & continuing students, your baskets will be useful, decorative gifts. You will make 4-6 traditional baskets of round & flat reed in a choice of accent colours which compliment your decor. Bring plastic bucket, 2 dozen clothes pegs, tape measure, scissors or garden snips, awl or screwdriver, sharp knife. Other materials available at class.
Day/Time: Thursdays 9:30am-12
Dates: Sept 24; Oct 1,8,15,11,29
Registration Fee Members: $ 70.
Registration Deadline: September 22
Chair Seat Weaving
Instructor: Harriet Meacher
Non Members: §$ 85.
4105
A chance to rescue that favourite chair! You will learn the traditional 7-step method of seat-weaving in cane or paper-fibre rush (for a chair with wrung construction). Pre woven cane application will also be demonstrated. Bring a refinished, repaired chair with a sample of the old seat where possible; a small pail, sponge, awl, snippers or old scissors, clothes pins & lunch. (Where no chair is available, sampler frames may be worked on). Other materials available at class for $15.
Day/Time: Wed & Thurs 9am-4pm
Dates: Oct 21 & 22
Registration Fee Members: $ 68.
Registration Deadline: October 19
Decorative Fabric & Furniture Art
Instructor: Margot Miller
Non Members: $ 83.
4171
Wondering what to do about innovative Christmas gifts? Perhaps a picnic basket with matching cloth, napkins & placemats?--painted chairs & matching cushions?--or a washstand & matching towels? Margot has endless ideas & skills to teach you how to paint furniture & objects to match your newly printed or painted fabric. Bring a prestripped small piece of furniture, basket etc. Incidental supply list given at registration. Other materials available at class approx. $20. For further details call instructor at (613)659-3415.
Day/Time: Wednesdays 9am-12
Dates: Oct 7,14,21,28; Nov 11,18
Registration Fee Members: $ 92. Non Members: $ 107.
Registration Deadline: October 5
CRAFTS ~ Course
Floorcloths & Placemats
Instructor: Susan Key
4127
You'll work on a unique gift item such as placemats, coasters or a floorcloth (a painted canvas area mat)--all functional, decorative & fun to make. Students learn painting techniques such as ragging, sponging, splattering, stencilling & wash, while being guided through steps of design. Incidental materials list given at first class. Other supplies available at class for $25.
Day/Time: Mondays 7-10pm
Dates: Oct 19,26; Nov 9,16,23,30
Registration Fee Members: $ 87. Non Members: $ 102.
Registration Deadline: October 15
Needlepoint For Absolute Beginners
Instructor: Joanna Esch
4148
Start by learning the basics-- stitches, types of canvas, yarn & textures, colour changes, design--all as applied to border material which will be turned into a small purse, belt, glasses case etc. Then underguidance, apply your new knowledge & work on your own kit. Bring a kit if you have one. Basic kit/material available at class for $12.-$15.
Day/Time: Tuesdays 9:30am-12
Dates: Sept 22,29; Oct 6,13
Registration Fee Members: $ 56. Non Members: § 71.
Registration Deadline: September 17
Rug Hooking
Instructor: Anne Baker
4124
Beginners learn the wonderful art of traditional rug hooking & create an heirloom. Those who are advanced in the art, will update their skills & work with guidance in an inspirational studio venue. Please bring scissors & your lunch. Materials may be purchased at class. Advanced students may call the Instructor at 223-9773 regarding patterns.
Day/Time: Fridays 10am-2pm
Dates: Sept 25; Oct 2,9,16,23,30; Nov 13,20
Registration Fee Members: $ 90. Non Members: $ 105.
Registration Deadline: September 23
The Art Of Papermaking
Instructor: Susan Warner Keene
4104
This course will take you from traditional oriental & western papermaking, to contemporary techniques--covering effects of colour, relief & texture. You will learn methods which are easy to implement in your home with the added benefit of attaining a wonderful gift-making skill. Bring a 3+ gal. round plastic pail & several 1qt. yoghurt tubs with lids & your lunch. Materials available at class for approx. $30.
Day/Time: Mondays 9:30am-3:30pm
Dates: Oct 19,26; Nov 9,16
Registration Fee Members: $ 130. Non Members: $ 155.
Registration Deadline: October 15
Your Story In Fabric Art
Instructor: Audrey Gill Grantham
4149
Learn how to turn thoughts & experiences into visual images on fabric. Through discussion & guided construction, this highly skilled professional artist/teacher, will help you collect ideas, choose a theme, incorporate personal style & teach you design techniques (including choice of subject, colour, balance, use of medium, symbolism). Bring a notepad, pencil & lunch.
Day/Time: Thursdays 10am-2pm
Dates: Oct 1,8,22,29; Nov 12,19,26; Dec 3
Registration Fee Members: $ 140. Non Members: $ 165.
Registration Deadline: September 29
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How About Joining Us As A Volunteer??
The talents and enthusiasm ofCivic Garden Centre volunteers, permit offering a variety ofprograms and special events. Ifyou are able to offer time on a regular or as-needed basis, please contact our Volunteer Co-ordinator. Volunteerjobs include tour guides, shop sales, library assistant, secretarial, reception, horticultural assistant, committee member or a volunteer position tailored to meet yourparticularskills and interests. Call us at397-1352. Fall Courses 1992
Civic Garden Centre
FLOWER ARRANGING ~ Course Descriptions
Basic Flower Arranging 4114
Instructor: Ella Irving
Learn the principles of design & their application, elements, selection & care of plant material. Optional: for those who wish to apply for entry into The Garden Clubs of Ontario Judge Accreditation, an exam will be given on the last day of the course. Please bring shallow bowl 7-8" in diameter, tall container, pin holder, stickum, (all available in Trellis Shop at Centre), 5 branches about 36", 5-7 flower blooms of varied maturity, a few leaves, notebook, pencil, clippers, oasis & lunch. An additional materials list will be given at class.
Day/Time: Fridays 9:30am-3pm
Dates: Oct 16,23,30
Registration Fee Members: $ 55.
Registration Deadline: October 14
Non Members: $ 70.
Basic Sogetsu 4129
Instructor: Greg Williams
In this modern Japanese school of lkebana flower arranging, you will learn the rules concerning basic styles & techniques of arrangement, & the variations. Sogetsu is known for its dramatic, free style design. It encourages lkebana students to be individual & imaginative. A Japanese theory of flower arranging has a philosophy which brightens, colours, & gives life to our environment.
Day/Time: Mondays 10am-12
Dates: Sept 21,28; Oct 5,26; Nov 16,23
Registration Fee Members: $ 55.
Registration Deadline: September 17
Non Members: $ 70.
Church Fiower Arranging 4140
Instructor: Pearl Wilby
Prepare for your Fall commitments! Learn a new specialty! For those who have previously taken flower arranging instruction, Pearl will show you the steps necessary to create beautiful, mass arrangements for your church. Fresh flowers will be used. Bring a suitable container, enough branches & flowers for a large arrangement & your lunch.
Day/Time: Friday 9:30am-2:30pm
Dates: Sept 25
Registration Fee Members: $ 30.
Registration Deadline: September 23
Non Members: $ 40.
Fall Courses 1992
The Civic Garden Centre
FLOWER ARRANGING ~ Course Descriptions
Decorative Greens Series** - Holiday
Centrepiece
Instructor: Michael Renaud
4107-4
Pinecones, pomegranates, cinnamon sticks, fresh flowers, fruit, boxwood etc., you'll learn how to make elegant celebratory centrepieces. Bring your favourite container, sharp scissors, a knife & glue gun. Other materials available at class for approx. $45.
Day/Time: Wednesday 7-10pm
Dates: Dec 2
Registration Fee Members: $ 26./1 or**$90./4 Non Members: $ 31.
Registration Deadline: November 30
Decorative Greens Series** - Step Dried
Arrangement
Instructor: Michael Renaud
4107-3
Did you always want to have one of those perfectly even dried arrangements which cost a fortune to buy? Here is your chance to make one. You'll be using plants such as wheat, larkspur, roses, caspia, peppergrass etc. Bring sharp scissors, a knife & glue gun. Other materials available at class for approx. $45.
Day/Time: Wednesday 7-10pm
Dates: Nov 25
Registration Fee Members: $ 26./1 or **$90./4 Non Members: $ 31.
Registration Deadline: November 23
Decorative Greens Series** - Topiary
Instructor: Michael Renaud
4107-2
Using Sahara & preserved boxwood as a base, you will look at & learn to employ imaginative new ways to apply the latest in dried flowers--which will include roses, rose hips, larkspur, peppergrass, seed pods etc. Bring sharp scissors, a knife & glue gun. Other materials available at course for approx. $40.
Day/Time: Wednesdays 7-10pm
Dates: Nov 18
Registration Fee Members: $ 26./1 or **90./4 Non Members: $ 31.
Registration Deadline: November 16
Fall. Courses 1992 The Civic Garden Centre
FLOWER ARRANG'NG ~ Course Descriptions
Decorative Greens Series** - Wreaths 4107-1
Instructor: Michael Renaud
Choose your own theme & materials from masses of the latest in preserved greens, mixed herbs, seed pods, cones, dried fruits, flowers etc. You'll learn from a professional how to assemble & decorate using a Sahara base. Bring sharp scissors, a knife & glue gun. Other materials available at course for approx. $40.
Day/Time: Wednesdays 7-10pm
Dates: Nov 11
Registration Fee Members: $ 26./1 or **$90./4 Non Members: $ 31.
Registration Deadline: November 9
Flower Arranging Japanese Style: 4115 lkenobo lkebana
Instructor: Shizuko Kadoguchi Ella Irving, Mary Baillie
The Ikenobo school of lkebana (Japanese flower arranging) has been practised for over 500 years. It is a highly traditional form reflecting appreciation of nature & art as well as incorporating a modern outlook. This course gives a sound introduction to beginners & continues the development of skills of the experienced. Bring a shallow & a tall Japanese-type container, pinholder, clippers, pencil, notebook & lunch. Materials are available at the Centre's Trellis Shop. Plant materials will be provided for approx. $5.
Day/Time: Wednesdays 10am-2:30pm
Dates: Oct 14,21,28
Registration Fee Members: $ 62. Non Members: $ 77.
Registration Deadline: October 8
Intermediate Sogetsu 4131
Instructor: Greg Williams
As in the traditional schools of Japanese |kebana, Sogetsu lkebana takes a number of years to understand. Many students who have studied at the Civic Garden Centre for the past few years, have come to realize that the artist only becomes truly free through mastering the basics. This is a continuation of the Basic Sogetsu course--an opportunity to develop imagination & show individuality.
Day/Time: Mondays 1-3pm
Dates: Sept 21,28; Oct 5,26; Nov 16,23
Registration Fee Members: $ 55. Non Members: $ 70.
Registration Deadline: September 17
Fall Courses 1992 The Civic Garden Centre
FLOWER ARRANGING ~ Course Descriptions
Wreaths For All Seasons 4139
Instructor:
Carol Bandy
Did you ever wish you could make beautiful decorator wreaths for your door, walls, as gifts? Carol will be showing you how to work with grapevine, preserved greens, dried flowers & ribbons to produce exquisite indoor/outdoor decoration for all seasons. Bring a glue gun & needlenosed pliers if possible. Other materials available at class for $35.-$45.
Day/Time: Friday 9:30am-12:30pm
Dates: Sept 18
Registration Fee Members: $ 26.
Registration Deadline: September 16
Non Members: $ 31.
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The Civic Garden Centre
. The Civic Garden Centre, founded in 1963, is a volunteer based, non profit organization whose mandate is:
"To foster interest, involvement and education in gardening, horticulture, and related artistic, environmental and community issues.
- One of Canada's finestpublicgardening educationfacilities & located at Edwards Gardens, the Civic Garden Centre has earned an international reputationfor the advancement ofhorticulture. You can sign up for workshops, courses & guest lectures on topics including gardening, flower arranging, crafts, art, attend exhibitions, borrow from the horticulture library (ofover6000 books & otherpublications), & shopforgifts, books & garden supplies in our Trellis Shop.
. We are almostfully supported by our VOLUNTEER workers. Should you be interested injoining them, pleasegive us a call at397-1352.
Fall Courses 1992
The Civic Garden Centre
HORTICU LTUR E ~ Course Descriptions
Blaze Of Glory: Fall Garden Rejuvenation 4168
Instructor: Marion Jarvie
Just when you think everything (including the light) is on the wane, you'll be pleasantly surprised--if you take this course--at what you can do to have your garden come alive. Some techniques covered are how, what & where to plant Fall ~ herbaceous perennials, shrubs, trees, ornamentals etc. (with special attention to roses & rhodos); pruning, mulches, turf care & rodent control.
Day/Time: Mondays 7-9:30pm
Dates: Sept 21,28
Registration Fee Members: $ 33. Non Members: § 43.
Registration Deadline: September 17
Early Bird Special - bird lecture & field trip 4162
Instructor: Kurt Crist
"The Backyard Naturalist will be giving a demonstration & lecture on native & migratory birds, methods of recognition, feeding & how to attract them through planting. This will be followed by a 1 1/2 hour hike through the Central Don area to do some birding & appreciate how specific vegetation--which incidentally will be cloaked in Fall attire--attracts them. Wear all-weather walking gear.
Day/Time: Saturday 9:30-12
Dates: Oct 17
Registration Fee Members: $ 10. Non Members: $ 15.
Registration Deadline: October 15
Landscape Design For The Homeowner 4102
Instructor: Caroline de Vries
Through a lecture & hands-on format, you will learn the principles of design--diagramming & drawing, site analysis, design development & procedures, materials selection & costing, & plan implementation. Students finish with an excellent set of notes, complete a site plan & overall design. Please bring a (rough) drawing & measurements of your site as well as pencils, eraser & large paper. Watch for the follow up planting course in early1993 to begiven by Marion Jarvie.
Day/Time: Mondays 7:30-9:30pm
Dates: Sept 28; Oct. 5,19,26; Nov 9,16,23,30
Registration Fee Members: $ 82. Non Members: $ 97.
Registration Deadline: September23
Fall Courses 1992
The Civic Garden Centre
HORTICU LTU R E ~ Course Descriptions
Late Fall Planting Projects
Instructor: Marion Jarvie
4160
Given up on that dowdy mess? Just bought a new house? Lots of time to revitalize & clean up. Many garden projects, including new beds, are best done in the late Fall--and you've still got six weeks. Find out what else can be done between now & Christmas--what to plant/ransplant, what not to, how, when & where.
Day/Time: Thursday 7-10pm
Dates: Oct 22
Registration Fee Members: $ 29.
Registration Deadline: October 20
Specimen Plants Field Trip
Instructor: Bob Schuelke
Non Members: $ 33.
4155
This master native plant expert is going to walk you through our park to identify specific rare or interesting species of shrubs & trees--with an emphasis on those native to the area--& talk about their best application to the home landscape. Of course you will have the added advantage of viewing plants in their Fall finery. Meet in the front entrance of the Centre. Wear all-weather walking gear.
Day/Time: Sunday 1-3pm
Dates: Oct 11
Registration Fee Members: $ 10.
Registration Deadline: October 8
Non Members: $ 15.
Understanding The Classical Chinese 4144 Garden
Instructor: Guang Ya Zhu Michael White, Peter Bride
We are honoured to have a Visiting Scholar share his specialty "Principles & Spirit of Classical Chinese Gardens", before his return to China. He & his associates, will present a slide/talk/discussion focused on clarifying classical Chinese garden design principles & the steps & stages in designing & building one, the cultural relationships, what is significant for Westerners & how this can be incorporated into the North American venue.
Day/Time: Wednesday 7:30-9pm
Dates: Sept 16
Registration Fee Members: $ 20.
Registration Deadline: September 14
Non Members: $ 25.
Fall Courses 1992
The Civic Garden Centre
OTHER -~ Course Descriptions
Basic Camcording -video camera techniques 4108
Instructor: Peter Hesepdt
If you own, have just bought, or are thinking of buying a Camcorder (the prices are now down & the quality top notch & easy to use), this is the course for you. Peter will help you to understand the equipment, teach you photographic techniques, editing, adding music & give you a taste of the vast possibilities for the medium. Bring your Camcorder if you have one. Watch for the advanced follow-up course beginning January20, 1993 (6 weeks).
Day/Time: Wednesdays 7-10pm
Dates: Oct 7,14,21,28
Registration Fee Members: $ 70. Non Members: $ 85.
Registration Deadline: October 5
*Surviving The Festive Food Frenzy 4142A
Instructor: Elizabeth Snell
The frenzy of the festive season is deadly on the waistline, and NO! you can't wait until after it's over. Elizabeth will teach you some tricks for permanent success--no crash dieting, just educated management. You'll discover tasty, healthy substitutes; variety & balance; handling thirst, restaurants & parties--all while enjoying the sharing season. *Save money & register now for the informative follow-up shopping course--"Supermarket Savvy" .
Day/Time: Monday 1:30-3:30pm
Dates: Nov 9
Registration Fee Members: §$ 22.'or$38.for2 Non Members: $ 27. Registration Deadline: November 5
*Supermarket Savvy - a nutritional field trip 4142B
Instructor: Elizabeth Snell
A continuation of "Surviving The Festive Food Frenzy" or may be taken alone. On this field trip you will discover the most nutritious economical products; how to prepare for shopping; becoming a super shopper--achieving a power-packed cart; label translation & looking for what suits your peculiarities--personal & physical. Another not-to-be missed event.
Day/Time: Monday 1:30-3:30pm
Dates: Nov 16
Registration Fee Members: $ 22. *or$38.for2 Non Members: $ 27.
Registration Deadline: November 12
The Civic Garden Centre Instructors ~
Mary Baillie who studied in Japan, is a qualifiedteacher of Ikenobo lkebana, Judge & DemonstratorofFloralDesign accreditedby the Garden Clubs ofOntario, Judge ofHorticulture accredited by the Royal Botanical Gardens, & Rose Judge accreditedby the Canadian Rose Society.
Anne Baker Aftermanyyears ofcourses from Clarke Sherbo, the Ontario Hooking Craft Guild Trent School, Burlington Arts Centre, St. Lawrence College, Haliburton SchoolofFineArts & other workshops, Anne has been teaching at various boards of education, community centres & the Civic Garden Centre for three years.
Carol Bandy retired from her profession as a High School teacher to a careerin teaching gardening, which she has been doing for 10years. 4years ago she established herownpreserved flowerbusiness--Country Flowers. Shegrows much ofherown material. Carol's beautifulgarden was includedin one ofthe Centre's day longgarden bus tours.
Lynda Bryden, B.A., attended Toronto Teachers' College & has studied art with wellknown Toronto artists. An experienced teacher, Lynda has given watercolourclasses formanyyears at the Centre where she is also ajurorfor exhibitions. Lynda conducts summer workshops in Baysville, Ont. & has participatedin manygroup & juried shows.
Margaret Challenger after training for five years in calligraphy, studiedgraphic arts for twoyears & continues to hone her skills through master classes. Included in hermany related talents are book binding & box making. In addition to operating her own graphic arts business, Margaret has taught for various boards of education, universities, community colleges & corporations since 1984.
Kurt Crist has been birdingathishome nearPointPeleealmostsince birth, In addition, he worked at Weall & Cullen Nurseries for20years giving him truly life long, in depth experience as a naturalist. Mostofus are familiar with him on Ross Hawthorne's TVprogram. In 1988, he hosted a 6 week garden tourin NewZealand & Australia. Kurt started his own business "The Backyard Naturalist in Unionville, in 1990.
Caroline de Vries, BLA (hons), U of T, has worked as a landscape architect in a broad spectrum of projects, for major firms. For the past few years, she has been theprincipalofherown firm, responsible fordesign development & project implementation. Her work is represented in severallocalcommercial& residentialprojects. In addition to hercourse at the Centre, Caroline teaches Landscape Drawing & Design at Humber College.
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Americo Del Colgraduated in Graphic & Fine Arts, studied with Doris McCarthy, Charles Goldhammer& RobertRoss. Aftera successfulcareerin graphicarts, in 1984 he returnedtopainting & teaching, focusing on the Canadian landscape, watercolour& figure drawing. He has hadnumerous one-man shows & is representedinprivate & corporate collections in England, Germany, Australia & Canada.
Maggie Dickson trained in art at St. Martins Academy London England, University ofMissouri, OCA (OACA), & Ant's Sake with Graeham Coughtry& Joyce Wieland. Maggie's work includes doing moldings, castings & pen & ink illustrations forthe ROM, & semi-abstractlarge scale flowers in mixedmedia on paper. She has exhibitedin manygroup shows.
Joanna Eschgraduatedfrom Ryerson (Fashion Art), AOCA (Textile Design) & Ontario College ofEducation. She workedas a dress designer, taught artin high school& has been working as a textile artistformanyyears. Joanna's work has been commissioned for offices, used as poster Subjects & often featuredin Canadian decoratormagazines, which inspired Goldie Hahn to call Joanna forone ofherkits.
Elaine GitalisgraduatedAOCA & Ontario Teachers College. She has specialized in drawing & painting, textiles, & fashionJewellry. Herextensive teaching background in community college, public & private schools, herlistof Jjuried shows, representation in corporate collections & published works, is impressive. She recently was awarded "Bestin Show"atajuriedexhibition at Gallery 306.
Audrey Gill Grantham B.A.(hons) Art History has also studied painting, drawing & sculpture, textile art, machine embroidery& s persuing anotherdegree atMcMaster. She hasparticipatedingroup exhibitions around Ontario as wellas a one-womanshowin Hamilton. Herwork is inprivate & corporate collections throughout the world, published& representedon T.V. She Is a directorofthe Ontario Crafts Council.
Sally Hartwell trained for two years with a Master Framer in France, workedin an art& framinggalleryin Chicago & then in 1987, openedherown business aftershegainedmuch attention from an interiordesign show. She has acted as a consultant forthe Toronto Design Centre for5years. Some ofSally's teaching experience comes from manyyears'teaching deafeducation at Humber College.
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Peter Hesepdt has had his own video business--Celebration Video Productions--forsixyears. He is a consultant Videographerforthe TVseries Successful Home Video; he has done work for major real estate corporations, live tapes of theatricalgroups for distribution to schools, industrial tapes, weddings, barmitzvahs etc. He was aprofessionalguide & videographerforCanadian Wilderness Trips.
Ella Irving has had thirtyyears of entering competitions, studying for accreditation, judging & teaching flowerdesign, in North America, Japan & the U.K. In addition to hercontinuous work in many otherstyles, she has has been a fullprofessorin lkebana floral art since 1988.
Marion Jarvie --"the experiencedgardener". After 11 years as a nursery horticulturist, Marion has run her own landscape-related consultancy for 7years. Herteaching experience comes from7 years at George Brown College & numerous lectures across North America. In addition, Marion travels extensively to discover & gather new & relevant information to incorporate into practical applications.
Shizuko Kadoguchi has the highest qualifications in Ikenobo in North America. In addition, she has the honourable distinction ofbeing awarded the name "Hosui"--sweet essence--by Headmaster Seneilkenobo. She has continued to learn Ikebana for60years & has been teaching for32years in the US, Jamaica, Canada, Tanabata Festivalin Japan, assisted Senei Ikenobo in Montreal & demonstratedfor the Consul General ofJapan.
Susan Keygraduated AOCA majoring in fine art & printmaking. She has had her own business "For Paint's Sake", doing floor cloths on commission, for eight years. She has taught at various educationalinstitutions throughout Toronto & has shown in most majorcraft shows. Her work is represented in the Museum of Civilization & the Ontario Crafts Council.
Harriet Meachergraduated from Mt. Allison University in Applied Arts. In addition to herbusiness ofspecializing in restoration of antique chair seats, she has demonstrated spinning & naturaldying in shows, is a basket maker & creates hats from spun Ontario roadmaps. Harriet has taught at Gibson House, school boards & Haliburton School ofFine Arts.
Margot Millerhas taught fabric design at Queens University's Kingfest, Haliburton School ofFine Arts, Sir Sanford Fleming, Sheridan & St. Lawrence Colleges. She has travelled extensively in the Far East, documenting traditional textile techniques & working as a clothing designer. Through herown studio, she designs, prints & sells clothing & accessories in Canada & the US. She has exhibited in the AGO, National Film Board & Ontario Crafts Council.
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Moira MudiegraduatedAOCA & studiedat Three Schools ofArt, Henry Wo Yue-Kee, Lingnam SchoolofAnt, & Chinese culture in mainland China. She has been teaching Chinese Brush Painting at the Centre formanyyears. Her paintings are inprivate& corporatecollections aswellas being exhibited in Canada, the US, Bermuda& Europe. Moira has had several one man shows in Toronto.
Michael Renaud who hadbeen a landscaperfor4years, spent 13years in the restaurant business at Glossops & manyyears doing freelance floral display fordepartment stores (Creeds included). He is currently, among other creative endeavours, working at Covent Garden Flowers doing their wonderful window display & arrangements. He has akeen interest in environmental gardening--his frontyard was usedin TVO's fourpart specialon that subject.
Maureen Robbins trainedatHaliburton SchoolofFineArts, CedarRidge Arts Centre, Basketry Network, Marilyn Gannon, & Basketry Focus '91 Harborfront Toronto. Maureen has been teaching basketry techniques fortwo years at her private studio, at community colleges, service & related associations. She has shown injuriedshows& maintains heraffiliation with the Basketry Network. :
Bob Schuelke, trainedas a MasterGardener& has aspecialinterestin the useof woody shrubs & trees in landscaping. He continues to study home landscape through various courses at the University ofGuelph, Durham College etc. He is a highlypractisedgardener through managinghis oneacre home Iot. In addition to teaching in Oshawa & Ajax, he returns to us bypopulardemand.
Elizabeth Snell Bsc, RPDt (U of T), is a consulting dietitian/nutritionist. As wellas running a busy clinic,she consults for majorsports teams & atheletes & appears on radio, television & press interviews. Elizabeth has been Directorof Nutrition at the Fitness & Donwoods Institutes.
Susan Warner Keene aoca (textiles), was recently given the Saidye Bronfman AwardforExcellence in the Crafts. In addition to being apast Senior Assaciate Editor of Ontario Craft Magazine, she has curated many shows, taught at the BanffSchool, OCA & Sheridan College, & led workshopsall over Canada. Herworksare in manymajorpermanent collections--eg. The Canada CouncilArt Bank, The Canadian Museum of Civilization, corporate & private collections.
Pearl Wilbyis a highly experienced& accreditedGarden Clubs ofOntario, Judge. Heraward winning flowerarrangements are easilyidentified. Very active in Milne House Garden Club & past President of the North Toronto Horticultural Society, she has been teaching her skillformanyyears,both at the Civic Garden Centre & elsewhere.
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Greg Williams currently holds theJonin Somu degree from the Sogetsu School. He is a memberoftheSogetsu Teachers'Association, was instrumental in establishing Toronto Chapter 108 oflkebana International, was founding President& is an HonouraryAdvisor. He has assisted the lemoto of the Sogetsu SchoolHiroshi Teshigahara in numerous demonstrations & exhibitions, & has shown alloverthe world.
Guang Ya Zhu, MArch, Assoc ProfArchitecture Southeast University, | Nanijing, is a Visiting Scholarat U of TSchoolofArchitecture& Landscape | Architecture. During this visit he has lectured at Toronto & Guelph universities. In China, he has had many majorprojects as a design/restorationarchitect as well as undertaking research on subjectsrelated to Chinese heritage. He has receivedmany awards&publishedin Chinesejournals.
Michael White, MLA, who assists Guang Ya Zhu, was a gardenerat Edwards Gardens formanyyears. One ofhis currentprojects is editing the works ofGuang Ya.
Peter Bride also assisting Guang Ya Zhu, is a Toronto landscape designer & builder& a memberofthe Ontario Association ofLandscape Architects.
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Membership Advantages
The Civic Garden Centre warmly welcomes new members. Join us, and meet friends who sharean interest in gardening, floral arts and horticulture. You'll learn a lot & have fun at the same time.
Some of the special activities we offer are:
. workshops, courses, clinics, lectures, conferences, garden tours
. Members' nights
. flower shows, exhibitions & competitions
. soil testing service, free gardening hotline,
. Master Gardener activities
. horticultural library
. plant sales
. fund-raising activities ie. craft show, tours etc.
. theTrellis Shop (garden supplies, plants, gifts & books)
. Trellis newsletter
Member discountsapply on many of these activities. Fall Courses 1992
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