Trellis - V21, No2 - Feb 1994

TRELLIS

The newsletter of the Civic Garden Centre in Metropolitan Toronto February, 1994 Volume 21, Number 2

CATLEN THE GARDENIN SR ]

PRACTICAL GARDENING

Sunday, February, 20, 1994

10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Members: $46 Non-members: $56

A one-day seminar on garden fundamentals leading to success.

Sessions:

Practical Gardening Trevor Cole

Ten Easy Steps to Success Judith Adam Plants that Perform Frank Kershaw Demonstrations and Advice The Master Gardeners

A registration form is on page 20.

Civic Garden Centre General Information

The Civic Garden Centre promotes involvement in gardening, horticulture and the related arts. It is a volunteer, not-for-profit resource centre. Registered charity number 0228114-56.

Located in Edwards Gardens, at Leslie Street and Lawrence Avenue East in North York, the Centre serves members throughout Metropolitan Toronto and across Ontario. TheCivicGardenCentreispleased torentfacilitiesformeetings,receptions,exhibits and shows. Please contact our rental agent.

Hours:

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. Summer (April 1 to October 31): weekdays 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p-m.; weekends and holidays noon to 5:00 p.m.

Telephone: All numbers are area code 416. Trellis Shop: 397-1357

Main number: 397-1340

Rentals: 397-1349

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: PeterJ. Lewis

Members: Cicely Bell, Mary Anne Brinckman, Roger Silverthorne

Board of directors:

For1993: CicelyBell,HeatherBrodeur, Peter ]. Lewis, Susan Macaulay, Mary Mills, Maureen Naylor, Laura Rapp.

For1993-1994: MarjorieHarris,Louise Kappus, Roger Silverthorne, Robin Wilson.

For1993-1995: MaryAnneBrinckman, Bayla Gross, Nancy Laurie, David Money, Pamela Stagg.

RepresentativeofMetropolitanToronto Parks and Property: John Howard.

Honorary counsel: Aird and Berlis

Civic Garden Centre staff members:

Executive director: Sally Sullivan

Accounts: Janie Brentnall

Courses: Ann Warren

Horticulturists: Anne Marie Van Nest

Helen Craig

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 co-ordinator and publicity: Carolyn Dalgarno

Editor: Iris Hossé Phillips

Editorial co-ordinator: Leslie Lynch

Advertisinginformation: (416) 397-1340

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Trellis is published ten times a year as amembers newsletter by the Civic Garden Centre, 777 Lawrence Avenue East, North York, Ontario M3C 1P2. Telephone number: (416) 397-1340.

Manuscripts submitted on a voluntary basis are gratefully received. No remuneration is possible.

Articles, manuscripts and advertising material must be received by the 15th of the month to insure publication six weeks later. For example, material received by April 15 will be included in the June issue of Trellis.

Opinions expressed within Trellis do not necessarily reflect those of the Centre. Submissions may be edited for style and clarity.

The Centre is pleased to grant permission to copy material published in Trellis; however, credit to the author and Trellis must be given.

Editor's note

By Iris Phillips

On the inside front cover you will find the Centre s new mission statement. The Board of Directors is working hard to define the Centre s future role. Trellis will continue to feature a monthly column from the Board which will keep you informed of the direction oftheCentre.

Afriend,authorandgardenerintroduced metothewritingofHenryMitchellwhodied recently. The Centre s library has both The EssentialEarthman (1981)andOneMan' sGarden (1992). Mitchell was a columnist for the Washington Post for more than twentyyears and his gardening books are witty, serious, delightful, funny and very informative. I foundlotsofvaluableinformationthatThave never seenin a how to"book.

Mychildrenwerereadingabookontrees overtheholidaysandaskedmeaboutDutch elm disease. I remember the tall graceful American elms of my own childhood but can trecallseeingoneformanyyears. Imagine my surprise when I read that several thousand elms flourish in Central Park and TompkinsSquareParkinNewYorkcity.The elms are closely watched by the Parks Department and the citizens alert the departmentwhentheyspotanailingelm.Therefore infections are diagnosed early and infected limbs are pruned. Are there any elms left in Toronto?Itwill savemeatriptoNewYork!

Art in The Link

February 1 to 14

Pedro Tseng

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AN EDWARDS FOUNDATION GARDEN EVENING

The gardens of southern India: flowers and fruits

Speaker: Keith Hyde

Tuesday, February 22, 7:30 p.m.

Keith Hyde is a professional photographer, journalist and businessman who travels extensively. His adventures include trekking in Nepal and Patagonia, cruising the Nile and crossing Canadaby train. He has published photo-interviewsessions from Europe, India and Asia.

His articles appear regularly in travel magazines and supplements. Recently he photographedtherestorationofthe17thcenturyRenaissanceGardensattheRoyalPalace in Holland which he judges to be superior to Hampton Court in England.

At the beginning of his presentation, Keith will give a brief introduction to India, its population,regionsandgeography. WewilllookattheHangingGardensinBombayand continue down the Malabar Coast to the tip of South India around Cochin in the exotic state of Kerala. This state supplies most of India with food and is one of the most picturesquepartsofthiscountry. Keith sslidesareexceptionalandtheeveningpromises to be intriguing. Please join us.

The Edwards Foundation Garden Evenings arefunded by the Edwards Charitable Foundation which helps the Civic Garden Centreprovide its members and thepublicwith excitingand varied presentations on topics related to gardening. There is no admission charge for members of the Centre; non-members, $4.

Coming up soon:

heCentre s Easter plant sale

Dates are: March 25 to 27

March 25: members pre-order pick-up

March 26: public sale

March 27: public sale

Watch for members pre-order forms in the next issue of Trellis.

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Durmg March Break a newprogram in 1994, just for children

FHE GARDENING SEIRIT

Reminder: PRACTICAL GARDENING

Sunday, February, 20, 1994 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

There s time to register for our one-day seminaron thefundamentals leadingto garden success. Ifyou are a new member, this course would be a good introduction to the Centre. The program is suitable for both the amateur and the well-seasoned gardener. Sessions include: Practical Gardening with Trevor Cole, Ten Easy Steps to Success with Judith Adam and Plants that Perform with Frank Kershaw. The Master Gardeners will set up demonstrations and answer questions. Full details in the December/January Trellis.

Enroliment is limited. Registration deadline is February 14. No refunds after this date. Members: $46, nonmembers: $56.

See the registration form on page 20.

*P dd\ls plants and pots

Thursday, March 17 10:00 a.m. - noon or 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

TheCentreintroducesanewhandson workshop for children ages six throughten. Our studentswill learn about gardening by starting their own seeds, taking plant cuttings and creating a seed craft picture.

Registration for Paddy s plants and pots is $8 foreach child (GST included). See page 20 for a registration form.

Full details are found in the December/January issue of Trellis. Helen Craig or Anne Marie Van Nest will gladly answer your questigns. Call 397-1355. *

The Garden Club of Toronto presents

WORLD IN BLOOM

March 2 to 6 at the Civic Garden Centre

Admission:

Adults: $8, seniors and students: $6, children: $1, under 5, free

Times:

Wednesday to Friday: 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Saturday and Sunday: 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

The 39th flower show of The Garden Club of Toronto goes international. There will be a European village with winding streets and houses decked with window boxes, a grand manor house with formal gardens, and a hot air balloon floating over the entrance garden.

What's new:

* Commercial gardens will feature an all-white garden, a night garden, a children s garden and a kitchen garden.

Horticulture classes will feature window boxes, topiary and a gazebo. Flowerarranging classes include interpreting an international work of art. Educational lectures, discussion and slides.

The boutiques will have miniature roses, flowering tropical plants and herbs for sale. The commercial area will include ironwork planter holders, pressed flower hangings, needlework with flower and plant themes and garden accessories.

Goals of The Garden Club of Toronto:

The Clubaimstostimulate knowledgeand loveofgardening, to protectour natural environmentandto raisefundsfornewprojectssuch aswildflowers by the highways for the Ministry of Transportation and the North Court Garden at Roy Thomson Hall.

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Oriental @rt - Master Classes

with Henry Wo Yue-Kee

e master of the brush

¢ blending the poetry and techniques of the East with Western influences e internationally known as Poet in Paint

» studied Chinese and Western art in China, Hong Kong and the United States » represented in significant collections in Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Hong Kong, Southeast Asia and the United States

Returning by popular demand to give two course/workshops using his highly recognized skills in the mediums of Sumi-e ink and watercolour on paper.

Experienced watercolourists . . join us.

Dream (and paint) magnolia, wisteria, peonies, sunflowers and lotus ponds. April 25,26, 27,28 from 7:00 to 10:30 p.m. #4111-1

and/or: May 2, 3, 4, 5 from 9:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. #4111-2

at: The Civic Garden Centre

Registration Fees :

Members: $200. or $370 for both workshops

Non-members: $230 each workshop

*Cancellation Deadlines :

April 11 for evening - #4111-1

April 18 for daytime - #4111-2

*NOTE: Refunds are made only for registration cancellations made PRIOR to the cancellation deadlines.

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From the Board of Directors

The way we are: membership survey

By Mary Mills, board member

A while back, we did a membership survey.Thiswasanimportantfirststepinour strategic planning process which is now well underway. We wanted to know who you were and what your interests were so we could serve youbetter. Your response was terrific.

Highlights:

The big picture is that over 85% of us are female; we are a mature group (90% over the age of35); and most ofus (81%) joined to learn more about gardening.

Thenitgetsreallyinteresting. Wedivide almost evenly into four different interest groups. They are: Budding Enthusiasts, Decorators (find a plant for the place), Obsessed Amateurs (find a place for the plant),andSeasonedPractitioners(ourveterans). The remaining 10% is divided betweenprofessionalsand head gardeners who enjoy the intellectual and spiritual aspectsofgardening,butwhodon tphysically garden.

And we are a committed group to ourselves (95% will renew membership); andtoourfavouritehobby(averagingover five hours a week to our blissful pursuit).

Ingeneral,ouruseoftheC.G.C.involves purchases at the Trellis Shop, the library, lectures and plant sales.

HoweverouruseoftheC.G.C.andinterests vary by group:

Budding Enthusiasts use the Centre the least, and thatis definitely something we need to improve, as they are our future. They are interested in low maintenancegardening,flowerarranging and courses.

* Decorators go on tours, and attend plantsales. Theyareinterestedinflowers (growing and arranging) city gardening and plant combinations.

®* Obsessed Amateurs take courses (a lot) and call the Hotline (a lot). They are interested (a lot) in all kinds of gardens, garden design and the history of gardening. They spend more time gardening than eating or sleeping.

* SeasonedPractitionersattendlectures and specialevents,use thelibrary and get their soil tested. They are interested in flowerand vegetablegardens and in ecological gardening. We can learn a lot from this group.

Interpreting the results:

What does all this mean? We are committedtoservingyoubetter. Ouraimstogive youwhatyou need toknow to bebetter at gardening,horticultureandtherelatedarts. Watch for specialprograms forbeginners, coursesdesigned for specific interests and levels and a whole lot more.

And,please, keep thelines ofcommunication open. Ifyou have any ideas or suggestions,pleasewritetotheBoardofDirectors, attention: Member Services, Civic Garden Centre, 777 Lawrence Ave. E,, North York, Ontario M3C 1P2.

Thank you

The staff at the Centre thank the memberswhodonateddryandcannedgoods to the Christmas food collection. With your help , we were able to donate 75 pounds to the Food Bank.

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In the library

Pamela MacKenzie, librarian

The library s wish list

Herearesomenewbookswhich Thopewill find a donor.

» Ohrbach, Barbara Milo. Simplyflowers. $25.

Thisbooksfilledwithpracticaladviceand innovative ideas which take the mystery out of flower arranging. The many topics includeselectingandcuttingflowers,choosing the proper vase, clever ways to mix fruits,vegetablesandbotanicals, usingsilk flowersandhouseplants. SimplyFlowersis an inspiration for experienced and novice flower arrangers as well as all who enjoy flower-filled rooms.

* Angel, Heather. A world ofplants: treasures from the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. $35.

HeatherAngel,anaturalhistoryphotographer and biologist, combines an informative textwithover 150photographswhich include detailed close-ups of individual

plants as well as landscapes, to bring the readerclosertoKewwithitsbotanicaltreasures ofbeautiful and unusual plants.

» Cox,Jeff. Creatingagardenfor thesenses. $40.

A practical and inspirational guide to gardenappreciationand designby the author ofseveralbooks, including PlantMarriages and The Perennial Garden.

* Willison, Marjorie. The complete gardener s almanac. $23.

Apractical,tip-filledguidetogardeningin all areas of Canada by a Maritime expert with prairie roots.

® The Orthohomegardener s problem solver. $45.

Ausefulhandbookadaptationofthe 1,000page reference book, The Ortho Problem Solver.

BooknotesbyAnnJohnsonandMaryLou Watson.

VOLUNTEER CORNER

HaveyouconsideredbecomingaCivicGardenCentrevolunteeronaregularbasis? We dbepleased totalktoyou abouttheCentre svolunteeropportunities. Tomake

We need volunteers on a weeklybasis (halfa day a week) for regular staffing in the shop, reception, administration, horticulture department or in the library. We also need volunteers to help with special events.

There are additional volunteer opportunities available, so please call us. By speaking directly with you we canbetter determine what would be suitable or we

We will need help in February and early March to staffthe Civic Garden Centre area for The Garden Club of Toronto flower show cash, cash assistant and sales

Carolyn Dalgarno and Marilyn King, volunteer co-ordinators an appointment call us at 397-1351. can custom-make a job for you. help willbe required.

February 1994

New books in the Trellis Bookshop 5

Reviewed by S. Perenack, Civic Garden Centre member

CREATIVE PROPAGATION

By Peter Thompson. $31.95

Anexcellenthandbookcoveringawiderangeofhardygarden plants from trees to tulips. By following the simple, laboursaving methods, you can experience the pleasure of growing plants from seeds, cuttings or division.

A GROWER'S GLIDE

THE WATER GARDENER

By Anthony Archer-Willis.

$58.95

One of the most detailed and comprehensive guides yet published on every aspect of designing, constructing and planning water gardens. The 180 full-colour photographs and 80 diagrams will inspire you to create your dream water garden.

ROSEMARY VEREY S GOOD PLANTING PLANS

By

Rosemary

Verey. $50

This famous plantswoman and garden designer shares her most successful designs including ones for the rich and famous. Ifyou fancy a courtyard knot garden, a butterfly garden or an ornamental vegetable garden, detailed plans are provided, along with many designs.

PLEASURES OF THE GARDEN

By EmylJenkins. $39

Shares one woman' s delight and pleasure in gardening. Contains lots of seasonal decorating ideas, information on flower lore, garden quotations and poetry, and inspiration to try something new in your garden. Great ideas for family and children s gardens.

THE CANADIAN FLOWER ARRANGER

Textby Helen Skinner. $35

Contains40beautifularrangementswhichusenativematerialsforanuniquelyCanadian look. Thisbookcommemorates theFourthWorld FlowerShowheld inToronto in 1993. Many of the arrangements are by members of the Civic Garden Centre. Obtain a free poster, while supplies last, when you purchase thisbook.

Course comments

By Ann Warren, course coordinator

Thefallseasonwasasuccesswithover350 persons attending courses. Our average classsizewasaround 12soyoucanseethat theCentreisagreatplacetotakeclasses you are assured of getting individual attention, and in a quality setting!

Throughyourcooperationinfillingout the Course Evaluation Forms, we are gettingabetterideaofthequalityanddepthof instruction needed to meet your expectations. Theevaluationswillcontinuetobea valuabletoolintheplanningprocess. Many thanks for your participation.

Weencourageyoutocontinuetheinput and appreciate thein-depth critiques. We do try hard to satisfy requests, but it is not always possible.

Most of the classes cancelled due to insufficient registration were new introductions either new instructors or subjects which had not been offered before. Forthosewhowereenrolled inacancelled class,weofferourregretsatanyinconvenience it many have caused.

An example of the extent to which the talents of our students develop could be seen in the highly professional exhibition

ofwatercolours painted by the students in Americo del Col s Landscape inWatercolour classes. It was hard to accept that worksofthiscalibrecouldbeaccomplished not only by our continuing painters but by beginning students as well. The class put together a highly attended (over 100 visitors) opening event party complete with appetizing morsels and beverages. Several luckybuyers went away with reasonablypriced andveryspecialChristmas gifts!

Icouldn thelpbutthinkhowrewarding this production must have been for the artists and am confident these classes will continue to be fully subscribed a great commentary on the quality of our art instructors.

Andspeakingofinstructors,newtoour winter calendar in the art field are Jim Mitchell, watercolourist and long time instructor;JillianRoos-Markowitz,Societyof CanadianArtists,printmaker;LisaGignac, stencil artist; and in gardening, Tom Thomson, chief horticulturist at Humber Nurseries;andPennyArthurs,well-known gardening author and garden designer.

Listing of spring courses enclosed

This issue of Trellis brings the listing of the Centre s spring courses. You'll find a course for any interest the selection is great. Centre courses bring together enthusiastic people with know-how, and artists and gardeners eager to expand their abilities.

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Questions and answers with the Master Gardeners

Q. Whatannuals shouldIstartfrom seed now?

A. Petunia and impatiens should be seeded indoors now. Have the temperaturebetween70° and75°F(21°to23°C). Thegerminationrate @ isabouteighttotendays.Preventdampingoffbyhavingasterilestarting 3 medium, and ensurea free air circulation for the seedlings. Give them half-strength fertilizerwhen transplanting.

Some annuals need an early start from seed.

Q. My Corn Cane Dracaena has brown tips to the leaves. How often shouldIwater it?

4 A. Brown tipsonaCornCanecouldbeduetolowhumidity and/ or tochlorineand fluorinein thewater. Movetheplantaway from any heat source. Set it on stones in a decorator pot with water to supplyhumidity. Checkthesoilwithawatermeterbeforewatering (overwateringcanalsocausebrowntips). Lettapwaterstandfor12 hours before using it so that the toxic gases will evaporate. Other Brown tips on causesforbrowntipsinclude: toomuchsunlight(unlikelyinwinter), Dracaena fragrans over-fertilizing and fungal disease.

Q. I have a miniature cyclamen which bloomed continuously for ten months. Now it is lookingdead. Can Irevive it?

A. Thecyclamencormneedsa good rest, thenitwill startagain. Put the pot in a cool, frost-free place and let it dry out. In late spring,bringthepotoutintomediumwarmthandlight,andstart watering from below. The corm will soon sprout. You can remove the top half-inch ofsoil and replace it with fresh potting mix at that time.

Miniature cyclamen need a period

Thanks to VivienJenkinsonfor ilustrations. OldomRieye RY

Plant of the month: Rhododendron P.J].M.

By Anna Leggatt

In the dull days of February, any colour is welcome. Rhododendron P.J.M. not only providesabeautifulrichplumcolourfrom its glossyleaves, italsogivesanindication of the temperature! When I glance out of thewindowfirst thinginthe morning, flat leaves tell me that it is around or above freezing. Iftheleavesarelooselycurved,it isabout-5°C. Iftheyareinaverytightroll, get your warmest clothes on!

Rhododendrons have a problem in our climate. Asthesunshinesinthewinter,the leaveswarmupand startlosingwater. As the ground is frequently frozen, no more moisture is available and the plant is stressed. The leaves curl to cut down on water loss. The stomata, or pores, are on the underside of the leaves and so are protected. A curled leafwon tgetas much sunshine falling onit and will not heat up as much.

You can protect your rhododendrons by planting them on the north side of a buildingorwitha group ofevergreens,by covering them with a burlap tent or by bringing inused Christmas trees to screen them. March is usually the worst time for winter kill.

During the spring, P.J.JM. is covered with magenta-pinkflowers, usuallywhen thedaffodilsare infullbloom. Itwasbred inNewEnglandin1943,acrossbetweenR. carolinianum and R. dauricum var. sempervirens. The flower colours vary and otherformshavewhitishandpinkflowers. The winter leaf colour varies from dark purple-maroon to coppery bronze. Aglo and Olga are two others I like, with shell pink flowers. P.J.M." is hardy to Zone 4.

Theleaves are oval to elliptical, about3 cm by 1 ecm. If you brush against them in the summer, they give off a delightful, spicysmell. Myplantisaboutsixyearsold

andisless than ametreinanydirection. It is growing about 10 cm a year.

Like all rhododendrons, P.J].M. needs an acid soil (it seems to be quite happy in pH 6butwillgrowbetter ifitis moreacid), withplentyofhumus,moist,yetwelldraining. Chunkypeatorrottedevergreenbark is great, ifyou can get it. Look for P.J.M. in the garden centres in late April. When you plant it, tear therootball open, so you can spread theroots out flat,justunder the soil. Mulchwellandbecarefulwhenweeding; the roots are just below the surface of the soil.

Reference: Manual of Woody Landscape Plants, Michael A. Dirr.

Anna Leggatt is a Toronto Master Gardener andeditoroftheJournaloftheOntarioRock Garden Society.

From Trellis archives

March, 1981

An article titled Build Green Fences by Russ Gomme suggested that property boundaries and private areas can be defined by plants rather than fences. While both evergreens and deciduous plants are suitable, he suggestd thatevergreens have theadvantageofcolourallyear. Herecommended early spring or mid-autumn for purchasing and planting hedges and suggested that smaller size plants can be a good buy, because they are usually less expensive and establish themselves more readily.

The best and

not quite the

best of 1993 (with a few hopeful bests for 1994)

ByAnne Marie Van Nest, Civic Garden Centre horticulturist

Atthis time ofyear, gardeners like to reflect on the garden season gone by and dream ofthewarm spring gardening daysahead. Herearesomeofmyawardsforlastseason and promising developments for the season to come.

Best discovered annual of 1993: Scaevola Blue Wonder.' Spotted in just a few gardens in Canada last year, it was an eyecatcher as a hanging plant with its vivid blue one-inch half flowers. Called Australian blue fan flower or half flower because the flowers resemble an open hand with five fingers outstretched. It bloomed well in full sun lastsummer. Lookforitin more garden centres this year.

Most exciting new perennial for 1994 (a prediction): Astilbe simplicifolia Sprite , chosen the 1994 perennial plant of the year. It hasdarkbronzyleavesand delicate pinkbloomsinJulyandAugust. Itis tougher than many other types and can be used as mass plantings under trees. It has a nice compact shape and grows to 25 cm. It may be in short supply for 1994,

Best perennial finds of 1993: Thalictrum aquilegifolium,. Galium odoratum and a bergenia. Thalictrum or meadowrue is a beautiful and graceful plant in the garden. Although it is a tall perennial at one metre, it has lovely pink flowers in early summer that form small greenish seeds. The maiden hair fern-like foliage is also very attractive. Galium odoratum has

made many fans recently as a ground cover plant for shady areas. It hasveryattractive whorled leaves and delicate white starry flowers in May. The dried leaves can also be used to flavour May wine. Bergenia cordifolia Bressingham White is an incredible treasure in the world of pink flowering bergenia.

Best reintroduction of an old favourite: Nicotiana sylvestris, the true fragrant flowering tobacco plant. It is tall, reaching over one metre with wonderful fragrance from the white flowersintheevening. RosemaryVerey lists this as her favourite scented nicotiana.

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Best new hopeful annual in 1994: Celosia FlamingoFeatherPink isadynamitenewspicata celosia with long wheatlike flower spikes of rose purple to white. It is an excellent cut flower with stems reaching one metre. It looks like it would be worth trying a few plants or seeds this year.

Best reintroduction of an old favourite perennial: Papaversomniferum Paeony Flowered Mixed . A fully double flowered poppyin manyvivid colours,thisornamental form of the opium poppy. It has grey-green leavesand largeseed podswhichdrywellfor winter bouquets. The poisonous properties in the fruits and sap are only found in the unripeplant. Incidentally,commercial poppy seeds are harvested from Papaver somniferum. Thompson and Morgan carry seeds for this plant.

Strangest plant grown in 1993: Best new garden trends: informal natural Nicandra physaloides. This annual appeared to be anideal garden plant. In the Thompson and Morgan catalogue it was described as a one-metre plant reputed to keepawaywhiteflies. Theblueflowers looked huge and wonderful in the cata-

logue picture. In real life, it turned into a monster. By July, it had reached one metre and kept growing in all directions. It remained in the garden only on speculation that the flowers would be showstoppers. Alas, when they finally arrived, theflowers were small and faced downward! After laying on my back to look up at the flowers on several occasions, | gave it the heave-ho. | noted, as | did so, that it did appear to be insectfree.

gardening with little or no lawn, the use ofornamental grasses, and organic lawn care on golf courses!

Most unique use of a recycled product in 1993: Poo pets! Rabbits, frogs and other animal shapeshavebeenformed out of wee-composted manure.Theyaredecorative and fertilize the garden as they slowly melt away in the rain.

Strangest introduction of 1994: Would you believe ... the world s first bugcatching tomato plant! A Stokes Seeds introduction called Allure attracts aphids and Colorado potato beetles. The woolly leaves are a delicious meal for hungry insects, thus diverting them from plants nearby. OneAllure tomato will providefairlygood protection on eithersideofafourorfiveblockrow. This insect-catchingtomato makes hand picking easierand reducestheamountof spraying needed. Allure will eventually produce an edible fruit ifthe season is long and the plants are not weakened by gnawing bugs.

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Book review

ByBrian Bixley, Civic Garden Centre member

The Planters ofthe English Landscape Garden by

Douglas C.D. Chambers

Yale University Press; New Haven and London, 1993

There are two orthodox accounts of the origins of the English landscape garden (ELG) thatarecherishedbytheliteratiwho dominate the subject of English garden history.

Story One suggests thata few rich Englishmen (and even fewer Englishwomen) went to Europe, saw the Italian countryside through the canvases of Claude, Poussin and Rosa, and then tried to translatewhat theyhad seen on to theirEnglish estates. Not that the influences of Claude and Rosa were identical: It s easy to re

Member with this rhyme; Claude is Beautiful, Rosa is Sublime.

StoryTwoholdsthatafewrichEnglishmen (and even fewer Englishwomen) learned, presumably at school, or from someone who had learned, presumably at school, about Virgil s Georgics, and attempted to translate two Virgilian themes ruralretirement,andthecombinationof pleasure and usefulness in the employment of land into their landscapes.

These two stories can be deployed singly,thoughtheyusuallycomeincombination. Both are so inherently implausible, andso concealedinruins,mossandweeds, thattheyhaveconstantlytobeproppedup by a host of supplementary theses.

They are implausible because (a) they do little to explain why the ELG was pro-

duced when it was it is assumed, too blithely, that painting and literature are autonomous forces forchange,ratherthan being,inSchumpeter smagnificentphrase, steamfrom thegallopinghorse ; (b) they offer no substantial account ofwhy it was thatDutch,French, Spanishand, aboveall, Italian grandees failed simultaneously to produce the ELG (of course, if they did, then the history of the Engiish landscape gardenwouldfizzleaway tonothing); (c) thechainofliteraryanecdotalconnections is so tenuous ( it seems not implausible that could be the motto of the Garden History Society); (d) the stories are rarely formulated in operational, i.e. testable, ways.

It is then that the supplementary hypothesesmustbecalled intoplay. Changes inpropertyrights, thegentrificationofthe bourgeoisie, technological innovation, the collapse of the established Church, political questions involving the structure of and the search for power (here Sir Roy Strong s book on the Renaissance garden shines like a beacon), colonial expansion and the developmentofthe merchant marine,shiftinginputandoutputprices,even the notion of the landscape as a female bodyonwhichpowerfulmenworkedtheir wills,allhavetobeinvokedtosavethetwo stories. But since the garden historian, o erbrimming with Dyer, Thomson and Pope, knows little ofthese things, they get

shortshrift. Inmostcases,theygetnoshrift at all.

ProfessorChambers bookfallsintotwo parts. The first part belongs to the Story Two category, where its erudition is so profoundandtheconnectionsthatitestablishes or seeks to establish are so allusive that it will make stern intellectual and culturaldemandsontheaveragereader. Here is a typical passage:

By the middle of the seventeenth century pastoral, as represented primarilybyVirgil s Eclogues, hadbeen trivialised and devalued bythe artifice of royalist propaganda.

Marvell s radical examination of its terminology and referents in Upon

den into the abyss of the hayfield, he steps into a different kind of text, one where the Georgics not the Ecloguesareliterallyforegrounded. Behind him lies the literary artifice of pastoral romance as enshrined in Sidney s Arcadia, travestied by what Milton deplored as the masking scenes ofStuartpolicy and debased inthemawkishsentimentalityofthe deposed abbess s diction in his own poem. Beforehimliesalandscapein which the fate that worthily translates Lord Fairfax s daughter into the fruitful world of marriage also encouragesustoseethat Thessalian Tempe sSeat (fromGeorgicsII)must AppletonHouse' isineffect thenec- betranslatedintothesocialandnatuessarycorollaryofhisappropriation ral world that we know. ofageorgiclandscapeintohispoem. The second section of the book is likely When he steps out of Lord Fairfax s tobe ofmore interest to gardeners, forit is arcadian (and already comic) gar- there that Professor Chambers confronts (continues over)

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the subjects that give his book its title.

Only recently, he tells us, have a few studiesbeguntosuggesttheimportanceto garden history not only of plants but of ordinary gardeners.

The implication that garden history has paid much attention to plants comes as a surprise. Many garden historians write about trees as though they are indistinguishable, and give the impression of a vain indifference to horticultural variety andtherangeofeffectsitcanproduce. The promiseofattentionto ordinary gardeners is enticing, though it turns out that the number of ordinary gardeners about whomProfessorChambersisabletotellus verymuchisquitesmall,and theyareonly ordinary by comparison with the patrons who employ them. They are the head gardeners, and their role in the actual making of gardens must frequently have beencritical, thoughtheyseldomreceived much acknowledgement from their employers:

We know Our coarser artistries will make things grow.

Othersdesignthecraftsmanshipwe fashion

To please your topographical possession.

Whatever the limitations ofthis section limitations that presumably lie in the meagernessofrecords thedirectionmust surely be applauded.

Chapters 6 to 8 deal primarily with the effortsof a fewlandowners (and) writers (and)designers to accommodatetheenormous increase in the numbers ofavailable trees and shrubs to garden design.

Thesubsequentchapters,includingtwo onthefermesornéesofPhilipSouthcoteand William Shenstone where we hear quite a

bitabouttheornéeaspectbutvirtuallynothingaboutthefermes,dealwiththenurserymen and gardeners who translated on the ground ... the revolution in garden design thatcreated the natural garden. These chapters are filled with interest as welearnwhichtreesandshrubswereused, when they became available if they were notnative,whateffectswerebeingsought, and who actually directed the on-site plantings.

Many questions remain, of course, for furtherexploration.Andinastrangeirony, the developments that Professor Chambers recounts were not only subversive of the ELG, they also serve to undermine the Story Two account that he has given us in the first part of the book.

For ifthe garden design and writing of thefirsthalfoftheeighteenth-centurywere a celebration of a landscape that aspired towards the condition of ... such a farm as Plinydescribesinhistwofamousletterson TusculumandLaurentinum,Horaceinthe second epode and the sixth satire of the second book of his Satires, and Virgil in lines 458-540 of Georgics 11, if the intent was to invoke the landscapes of antiguity translatedinto England sgreenand pleasant land, that could hardly be achieved throughtheincorporation ofthe AmericannewcomersthatProfessorChambers documents so engagingly.

A vast new range of trees and shrubs, neither native to the English countryside nortotheItaliancampagna,wasintroduced, and their introduction revolutionized the English garden. Garden historians have seen part of the English garden genius as lying in the willingness and capacity of owners to incorporate these alien and exotic plants into their designs. But to do so is to make less convincing the backward-

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looking motivation that Professor ChambersascribestothemakersoftheELG. Not only had the spirit changed gardeners became interested in the horticultural and botanic specifics of plants to an unprecedented extent but thelandscapewhich was created with their deployment could no longer resemble, be thought to resemble, be imagined to resemble, a Virgilian landscape or a Poussin painting.

Thebookisbeautifullyillustrated. Iam an avid, if not always comprehending, reader of garden history, but many of the photographs, plans and other illustrations are unfamiliar to me.

November, 1993

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Do green consumers use peat moss?

Plantsneedlooselystructuredsoilthatprovidestheirrootswithorganicmatter,moisture,nutrientsandaircirculation. It'sarare plotofearththatdoesallthiswithoutalittle help.

Traditionally, we veheaded toourlocal nurseries for bags of Canadian sphagnum peat moss to condition our soils. The benefitsofpeatmossaremany: itretainsup to 20 times its dry weight in moisture, releasingitslowlyasneededandresultinginless need for watering; it helps loosen and aerate clay soils to allow root growth; it binds sandy soil to helpitretain waterand nutrients; it prevents leaching by storing nutrients; itprotectssoilfromhardening,reducingthepotentialforwind and rainerosion; it adds organic material, decomposing slowly over several years.

With all these good points, why would we hesitate to use peat moss? There has been a good deal of discussion recently aboutthepossibilitythatwearedepletinga limited resource, and encouraging the demise of much needed wetland in North America.

According to a report on Canadianpeat harvestingbythe NorthAmericanWetlands Conservation Council, horticultural peat production accounts for less than .02 percent of all peatland use, and does not pose a threat to the resource. It estimates that only about 16,000 hectares ofthe estimated 111 millionhectaresofpeatlandsinCanada have been used for peat harvesting, while more than 20 million hectares have been permanently converted to other land uses such as agricultural, urban and industrial development.

The report indicates that more than 50 million tons of peat are estimated to accumulate each year, while harvesting takes less than a million tons annually.

Peat moss producers have developed a

reclamation and restoration policy to return harvested bogs to ecologically balanced systems.

TheCouncil sconclusion: there sadefinite need to protect wetlands in Canada, but peat moss harvesting is not contributing to the decline.

Think of dahlias now

Theseedcataloguesarehere,withtheirpromise of summer's bounty and beauty. While gardeners are keen to get seedlings started forspring,thewisegardeneralsogivessome thoughttokeepingthegardenbloomingright totheendoftheseason. Considerorderinga coupleofdahlias-abeautifulplantthat will provide flowers through to the first frost. Thereisgreatvarietyindahlias. In forms called pompon, cactus, peony-flowered, collarette and decorative; in heights from knee-high to eye level; in colours from red, pink, orange, lavender, yellow, white and variegated.

Dahlias were discovered onthe slopes of the central plateau of what is now Mexico. There,atanelevationof2,000metres,thecold ocean wind is a prevailing influence on the climate. Thisexplainswhydahliasdowellin cool,windyclimates,aslongastheyhavefull sun which helps tobring out the exuberant colours.

In the garden:

Ifyou order somebulbs now, you canplant themindoors,transplantingyourplantsoutsidewhenfrostdangerisover. Orthebulbs can be planted directly in the garden when thesoiliswarm. Dahliasstarttoflowerfrom midtolatesummer,andlastintotheautumn until theyarehalted by the firstnight frosts. After frost, the tenderbulbs should be lifted and stored ina frost-freespotforthewinter,

ready for replanting thefollowing spring. Tour guides sought Growersrecommendstakingthetall-growing types to keep them upright. A hedge makes a good windbreak for dahlias and at the same time provides an attractive backdrop for theirbrilliantlycoloured blossoms. If you're hoping to grow a giant dahlia, growers recommend removing side stems andbudstodirectallthevigorintothemain flowerhead and produceabiggerbloomon a long straight stalk. However, for garden varietyblooms, bushyplants arejustfine.

Indoors:

The flowers makea great centre forautumn bouquets. Cuttheflowerswhentheyaredry and fullyopen; immatureflowerswillhang, stillclosedandbudswillnotopeninthevase.

Awell-tendedbouquetofdahliascanlook great for up to ten days. To prolong the flowers,ensurethereisnofoliageinthewater in the vase, cut the stem diagonally with a sharp knife and add cut flower food. Use only watertowhichnutrienthasbeenadded to top up the vase.

(courtesy ofNetherlands Flowerbulb Centre)

The Centre sTourGuide Committeewould liketo putyou to work. Ifyou enjoyworking with children, have a sense of humour and a desireto share your love and knowledge of nature, the environment and gardening, consider joining us. Programs take place during the summer holidays.

For further information call Helen, 3971355. Training sessions begin in February.

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When you're atworkon the garden you love, remember Sheridan Nurseries. At Sheridan, we have expert staffto help you, and the finest selection ofnursery stock in Canada, including over 750 types ofplants and trees grown on ourown farms. And all ofour nursery stock is guaranteed fortwo full years.

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Spring Courses At The Centre ~ course Listings

March 10, 17, 24, 31; April 14, 21, 28; May 5 1-4pm

Acrylics & Oils For The Absolute Beginner 4105

Instructor: James "Sandy" Spencer

March 22, 29; April 5, 12, 19, 26; May 3, 10 9:30am-12:30pm

Watercolour Studio 4157

Instructor: Lynda Bryden

March 22, 29; April 5, 12, 19, 26; May 3, 10 1-4pm

Watercolour: Continuing 4121

Instructor: Lynda Bryden

March 22 7:30-9:30pm

Balcony, Patio & Rooftop Gardens: 4123-1

Instructor: Marie Foley

March 23 7-10pm

Summer Flowering Bulbs - Part 1 4138-1

Instructor: Dugald Cameron

March 28 1-4 pm

Greenhouses, Cold Frames & Conservatories 4120-1

Instructor: Marion Jarvie

March 30 7-10pm

Summer Flowering Bulbs - Part 2 4138-2

Instructor: Dugald Cameron

March 31; April 7, 14, 21 7-9:30pm

Fun With Flowers 4114-1

Instructor: Shirley Binns

April 4, 11, 18, 25; May 2, 9, 16, 30 1-4pm

Landscape In Watercolour - P 4165P

Instructor: Americo Del Col

April 6, 13 1-4pm

Restructure/Rejuvenate 4102

Instructor: Marion Jarvie

April 7,14, 21, 28 9:30am-12

Basketry Techniques 4141

Instructor: Maureen Robbins

Apr 13, 20, 27; May 4 7-9:30pm

Gardening For Absolute Beginners 4122

Instructor: Judith Adam

April 13, 20, 27; May 4 7:30-9:30pm

Intermediate Orchids 4137

Instructor: Wayne Hingston

April 13, 20 7-9:30pm

Planting Unusual Containers 4123-2

Instructor: Marjorie Mason-Hogue

Spring Courses 1994 The Civic Garden Centre

Spring Courses At The Centre ~ course Listings

April 14, 21; May 5, 12, 19, 26; June 2, 9 7-10pm

Landscape In Watercolour - E 4165E Instructor: Americo Del Col

April 14 7:30-9:30pm

Roses: Beginners 4153-1 Instructor: Cecil Lamrock

April 15, 16, 17, 18 10am-4pm

Advanced Botanical lllustration In Watercolour 4130 Instructor: Pamela Stagg

April 18, 25; May 2, 9 7-10pm

Plantscaping Solutions - A Touch Of Class 4170 Instructor: Marion Jarvie

April 20 1-4 pm

Ponds & Damp Gardens 4120-2 Instructor: Marion Jarvie

Apr 21 7:30-9:30pm

Roses: Continuing 4153-2 Instructor: Cecil Lamrock

April 25, 26, 27, 28 7-10:30pm

Oriental Art Master Class - 1 4111-1 Instructor: Henry Wo Yue-Kee

April 27; May 4 1-4pm

Gardening In Cottage Country 4136 Instructor: Marion Jarvie

May 2, 3,4,5 9:30am-1pm

Oriental Art Master Class - 2 4111-2 Instructor: Henry Wo Yue-Kee

May 2, 9, 16, 30; June6 10am-1pm

Sogetsu: Basic & Intermediate 4131 Instructor: Greg Williams

May 3 7-9:30pm

Hardy Perennial Geraniums: The Latest 4146 Instructor: Marjorie Mason-Hogue

May 10 7-9:30pm

Xeriscaping - Not Zeroscaping! 4154 Instructor: Marjorie Mason-Hogue

May 11 1-4pm

Innovative Plantings: Trellis & Garden Structures 4120-3

Instructor: Marion Jarvie

May 12 7:30-9:30pm

Great Gardens Of The Pacific Northwest 4169-1 Instructor: Frank Kershaw

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Spring Courses At The Centre ~ course Listings

May 13, 20, 27 10am-2:30pm lkenobo lkebana: Japanese Flower Arranging 4115

Instructor: Shizuko Kadoguchi Ella Irving, Mary Baillie

May 16 7-10pm

Clematis For Every Season 4120-4

Instructor: Marion Jarvie

May 17 7-10pm

Perennials: The Latest & Greatest 4146 Instructor: Dugald Cameron

May 18 7-9:30pm

Pressed Flowers: Planting/Using 4107 Instructor: Betty Greenacre

May 18 7-9:30pm

Rhododendrons, Azaleas & Companion Plants 4159

Instructor: Marjorie Hancock

May 19, 26; June 2 9:30am-12

Winning Ways With Flowers 4114-2

Instructor: Pearl Wilby

May 24, 31 7:30-9:30pm 1001 Great Garden ldeas 4135

Instructor: Frank Kershaw

May 25; June 1 10am-2:30pm Intermediate/Advanced Flower Arranging 4114-3

Instructor: Ella Irving

May 26, June 2 7:30-9:30pm Prairie & Meadow Gardens 4113

Instructor: Frank Kershaw

May 30 1-4pm Iris & Lilies 4120-5

Instructor: Marion Jarvie

June 1 1-4pm Summer Propagation 4120-6

Instructor: Marion Jarvie

June 2, 6, 9, 20, 23, 27 9:30am-12:30pm

Drawing In The Great Outdoors 4145

Instructor: Maggie Dickson

June 2 7:30-9:30pm

Great Gardens Of The Eastern Seaboard 4169-2

Instructor: Frank Kershaw

ART & CRAFTS e Course Descriptions

Acrylics & Oils For The Absolute Beginner

Instructor: James "Sandy" Spencer

4105

A step-by-step acrylic & oil painting course in which you will learn through demonstration & individual attention, about buying & using materials, drawing, colour & composition. The works of other artists will be shown & discussed. Please bring any materials you already have & pencil & paper.

Day: Thursdays

Dates: March 10, 17, 24, 31; April 14, 21, 28; May 5

Registration Fee Memb: $ 130.

Cancellation Deadline: March3

Time: 1-4pm

Non Memb: $ 160.

Advanced Botanical lllustration In Watercolour

Instructor: Pamela Stagg

4130

An intensive workshop in the techniques of painting highly detailed, realistic portraits of botanical subjects. Demonstrations & exercises will be combined with practice, individual instruction & feedback. Advanced watercolour skills are required; experience in botanical painting, while welcome, is not necessary. Materials Listavailable.

Day: Fri./Sat./Sun./Mon.

Dates: April 15, 16, 17, 18

Registration Fee Memb: $ 155.

Cancellation Deadline: April8

Basketry Techniques

Instructor: Maureen Robbins

Time: 10am-4pm

Non Memb: $ 185.

4141

A great opportunity for beginners to learn the basic techniques required to make useful decorative baskets, while more experienced students are able to enhance their skills with practise & new ideas. You'll make 3-4 baskets of round, flat reed & natural materials. Bring plastic bucket, 2 dozen clothes pegs, tape measure, scissors or garden snips, awl or screwdriver, sharp knife. Material available at class for a minimal cost.

Day: Thursdays

Dates: April 7, 14, 21, 28

Registration Fee Memb: $ 55.

Cancellation Deadline: March 31

Drawing In The Great Outdoors

Instructor: Maggie Dickson

Time: 9:30am-12

Non Memb: $ 70.

4145

For beginners & somewhat experienced--learn to draw outside, working under the guidance of this expert. Technique & perception will be the main features of this course. Students, with "not an artistic bone in theirbody", are amazed at their hidden talents & ability to progress. Bring coll sketch pad - 8-1/2" x 11"; Pilot Hi-Tecpoint V5 (extra fine) pen, soft pencil - 3B (or softer); stool optional. Wear suitable clothing.

Day: Mondays & Thursdays

Dates: June 2, 6,9, 20, 23, 27

Registration Fee Memb: $ 100.

Cancellation Deadline: May 26

Time: 9:30am-12:30pm

Non Memb: $ 115.

ART & CRAFTS o Course Descriptions

Landscape In Watercolour - E

Instructor: Americo Del Col

4165E

This course is geared to accommodate the beginner as well as the more experienced student. You will learn techniques of colour, ideas on composition & choice of materials. The emphasis is on "doing"--putting into practice what you see during demonstrations--with a helpful nudge when needed. Materials list suppliedat first class.

Day: Thursdays

Dates: April 14, 21; May 5, 12, 19, 26; June 2, 9

Registration Fee Memb: $ 120.

Cancellation Deadline: April7

Landscape In Watercolour - P

Instructor: Americo Del Col

Time: 7-10pm

Non Memb: $ 150.

4165P

Suitable for students who have had some experience &/or taken introductory lessons in watercolour painting. Techniques of colour, ideas on composition, use of materials & helpful, encouraging criticism will be combined with practicing what you see during demonstrations. Materials list suppliedat first class.

Day: Mondays

Dates: April 4, 11, 18, 25; May 2, 9, 16, 30

Registration Fee Memb: $ 120.

Cancellation Deadline: March 26

Oriental Art Master Class - 1

Instructor: Henry Wo Yue-Kee

Time: 1-4pm

Non Memb: $ 150.

4111-1

By popular demand this world reknowned masterof the brush is returning to the Centre to give us another opportunity to study in depth & practice with him. You will see & experience the use of pure Sumi-e ink & colour on paper, with subtle fusion of influences of Eastern & Western cultures, in addition to the combination of traditional Oriental principles & Wo's own poetry. Experienced watercolourists may sign up forone or both workshops--different subjects will be covered in each. Orientalpaints, paper& brushes willbe for sale at the workshops.

Day: Mon./Tues./Wed./Thurs.

Dates: April 25, 26, 27, 28

Registration Fee Memb: $ 200. or$370. for4111-1+2

Cancellation Deadline: April 11

Oriental Art Master Class - 2

Instructor: Henry Wo Yue-Kee

Time: 7-10:30pm

Non Memb: $ 230.

4111-2

In this daytime course, Wo demonstrates similar principles as those shown in the evening class. However, different subjects will be covered so that participants have the opportunity to learn & practice more with this master. Therefore, experienced watercolourists may sign up for one or both workshops. Orientalpaints, paper& brushes willbe forsale at the class.

Day: Mon./Tues./Wed./Thurs.

Dates: May 2, 3,4,5

Registration Fee Memb: $ 200. or$370. for 4111-1+2

Cancellation Deadline: April 18

Time: 9:30am-1pm

Non Memb: $ 230.

ART & CRAFTS ~ Course Descriptions

Watercolour: Continuing

Instructor: Lynda Bryden

4121

Suitable for experienced watercolourists to enhance skills in wash, dry brush, wet on wet, glazing & textures, as well as composition, design & colour theory. Work at your own level using still life, flowers & materials of your choice as subject matter. Bring sketch book, pencil & any brushes & watercolour paints you have. Materials list provided at first class.

Day: Tuesdays Time: 1-4pm

Dates: March 22, 29; April 5, 12, 19, 26; May 3, 10

Registration Fee Memb: $ 120.

Cancellation Deadline: March 15

Watercolour Studio

Instructor: Lynda Bryden

Non Memb: $ 150.

4157

An opportunity for painters with experience to work in the company of other artists on individual painting projects, using their own subject matter. With an artist/instructor present for guidance & critique, develop your style through practise--still life, landscape or botanical. Bring your brushes, paper & watercolour paints.

Day: Tuesdays

Dates: March 22, 29; April 5, 12, 19, 26; May 3, 10

Registration Fee Memb: $ 115.

Cancellation Deadline: March 15

Time: 9:30am-12:30pm

Non Memb: $ 145.

FLOWER ARRANG'NG ~ Course Descriptions

Fun With Flowers

Instructor: Shirley Binns

4114-1

Lovely floral designs foryour home & can you imagine??...how to make them last! You will be taught all the basics-- elements & principles of design, cutting & conditioning, mechanics, containers, sources etc. Bring sharp pruning snips, newspaper & box to transport arrangement, 3-5 flowers, leaves & interesting branches. Other materials available at first class: $2.

Day: Thursdays

Dates: March 31; April 7, 14, 21

Registration Fee Memb: $ 65.

Cancellation Deadline: March 24

Time: 7-9:30pm

Non Memb: $ 80.

FLOWER ARRANG'NG ~ Course Descriptions

lkenobo lkebana: Japanese Flower Arranging

Instructor: Shizuko Kadoguchi Ella Irving, Mary Baillie

4115

The Ikenobo school of Ikebana (Japanese flower arranging) has been practised for over 500 years. ltis 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 to develop the skills of the experienced. BRING YOUR LUNCH, 1 shallow & 1 tall Japanese-type container, pinholder, clippers, pencil & notebook. Materials available at Centre's Trellis Shop. Plantmaterials available at class approx. $5.

Day: Fridays

Dates: May 13, 20, 27

Registration Fee Memb: $ 75.

Cancellation Deadline: May6

Intermediate/Advanced Flower Arranging

Instructor: Ella Irving

Time: 10am-2:30pm

Non Memb: $ 90.

4114-3

Take this opportunity to use garden materials in an innovative manner while further enhancing your skills. BRING YOUR LUNCH, container, mechanic & plant material suitable for line design, also elongated container, mechanic & at least 8 different types of plant material for continental design. Refs: The FlowerArrangers A-Z, Daphne Vagg; Complete Step by Step FlowerArranging Course, Daphne Vagg: 1993. Oasis & pinholders available in Centre's Trellis Shop.

Day: Wednesdays

Dates: May 25; June 1

Registration Fee Memb: $ 62.

Cancellation Deadline: May 18

Pressed Flowers: Planting/Using

Instructor: Betty Greenacre

Time: 10am-2:30pm

Non Memb: $ 77.

4107

Everything you need to know--what to plant &/or buy for pressing; how to handle, colour & press floral material; as well as hands-on experience with many applications & uses. An inspiring slide show is an added benefit which illustrates the multitude of possibilities in the field. Please bring scissors, white glue & tweezers. Other materials available at class: $3.

Day: Wednesday Time: 7-9:30pm

Dates: May 18

Registration Fee Memb: $ 24.

Cancellation Deadline: May 11

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Non Memb: $ 29.

« Our building is located in the beautiful setting of Edwards Gardens. Designed by prominent architects, it fits naturally into the environment. Many of our lecture rooms have a view of the park and some open directly to landscaped patios. - Parking is easy and FREE.

FLOWER ARRANG'NG ~ Course Descriptions

Winning Ways With Flowers

Instructor: Pearl Wilby

4114-2

How to make arrangements to brighten your home & delight yourguests using a minimum of flowers & other plant materials. Bring low contaniner (approx. 10" diam. or length, by 2" deep); 5-6 blooms of one colour; 3-5 attractive branches at least 2' long--preferably curved; 3 or more large leaves or cuttings of cedar, juniper etc.; med. pin type holder, stickum, garden snips (available in Centre's Trellis Shop).

Day: Thursdays Time: 9:30am-12

Dates: May 19, 26; June 2

Registration Fee Memb: $ 55.

Cancellation Deadline: May12

Non Memb: $ 70.

GAR D EN | N G ~ Course Descriptions

1001 Great Garden lIdeas

Instructor: Frank Kershaw

4135

Add interest to & accent the components of your garden. Trellis, innovative patios, decks, gazebos, pergolas, arbors, steps, pathways, planters, furniture, sculpture, are just some of the ideas you will see in this illustrated slide presentation. Successful siting, recommended materials, construction techniques & costs will be discussed.

Day: Tuesdays Time: 7:30-9:30pm

Dates: May 24, 31

Registration Fee Memb: $ 36.

Cancellation Deadline: May 17

Non Memb: $ 51.

Balcony, Patio & Rooftop Gardens: 4123-1 Plant Selections

Instructor: Marie Foley

This lecture is designed to give those with container gardens a cultural review including continued maintenance, selection of plants which suit your scheme & needs, & plant sources.

Day: Tuesday Time: 7:30-9:30pm

Dates: March 22

Registration Fee Memb: $ 20.

Cancellation Deadline: March 15

Non Memb: $ 25.

Spring Courses 1994 The Civic Garden Centre

GAR D EN ING Lo Course Descriptions

Clematis For Every Season

Instructor: Marion Jarvie

4120-4

Can you imagine having clematis for the whole season? There is at least one for every place & bed in the garden--including herbaceous types for the perennial border, & also for blooming every month from early Spring to Fall - including diminutive varities.

Day: Monday Time: 7-10pm

Dates: May 16

Registration Fee Memb: $ 27.or $48. for any 2- 4120

Cancellation Deadline: May9

Gardening For Absolute Beginners

Instructor: Judith Adam

Non Memb: $ 32.

4122

A successful beginning is the key to future gardening rewards. This course for the beginning gardener will give you the primary skills & information necessary to start a planned garden. Identifying needs, analysing the site, making a plan, tools, plant identification & choice, & ongoing maintenance are just some of the subjects covered.

Day: Wednesdays

Dates: Apr 13, 20, 27; May 4

Registration Fee Memb: $ 60.

Cancellation Deadline: April6

Gardening In Cottage Country

Instructor: Marion Jarvie

Time: 7-9:30pm

Non Memb: $ 75.

4136

Easy solutions & landscape hints for weekend gardeners with Summer properties. This course will appeal to all those with gardens that suffer temperatures of -40°C+, & sandy, rocky, sunny & shady conditions. Itis designed to deal with weather-created problems using new & proven hardy species & xeric plants--which can tolerate extreme drought-- not normally thought of for the cottage venue.

Day: Wednesdays

Dates: April 27; May 4

Registration Fee Memb: $ 48.

Cancellation Deadline: April20

Great Gardens Of The Eastern Seaboard

Instructor: Frank Kershaw

Time: 1-4pm

Non Memb: $ 63.

4169-2

Join Frank as he leads us on a narrated slide show of some 25-plus gardens stretching from New England to Florida. Many of these are the great country estates of the Guilded Age, built by some of the world's wealthiest industrialists. Each garden has its own special plant collections, garden architecture & place in American garden history. Mostof the properties contain some of the finest period homes, often referred to as America's castles. Of particular interest to those garden history, design, or vacation buffs. Directions will be provided.

Day: Thursday

Dates: June 2

Registration Fee Memb: $ 23.or $41. for 4169-1+2

Cancellation Deadline: May 26

Time: 7:30-9:30pm

Non Memb: $ 28.

GAR DEN | NG e Course Descriptions

Great Gardens Of The Pacific Northwest

Instructor: Frank Kershaw

4169-1

This lecture will feature spectacular public & private gardens from the west coasts of Canada & the U.S. You'll learn about the many interesting plants of this temperate zone & how they have been incorporated in the area's unique & inspiring gardens--selected to include large estates, coastal retreats, Chinese & Japanese styles, & those of plant collectors. The history of these venues, the gardening interests of their owners, & how to make arrangements to visit many of these world-class landscapes, will be discussed.

Day: Thursday Time: 7:30-9:30pm

Dates: May 12

Registration Fee Memb: $ 23.or$41. for 4169-1+2

Cancellation Deadline: May5

Non Memb: $ 28.

Greenhouses, Cold Frames & Conservatories 4120-1

Instructor: Marion Jarvie

Extend garden practices to utilize colder months, not only to grow & propagate plants for Summer, but also to experience the joy of bloom through the depths of Winter. After taking this course, you'll be able to raise under cover bulbs, perennials, alpines, woody plants & even vegetables. Included are Summer & Winter maintenance & whatcan be done in varying greenhouse/cold frame/conservatory environments.

Day: Monday Time: 1-4 pm

Dates: March 28

Registration Fee Memb: $ 27.or $48. for any 2- 4120

Cancellation Deadline: March 21

Non Memb: $ 32.

Hardy Perennial Geraniums: The Latest 4146

Instructor: Marjorie Mason-Hogue

If you think thatgeraniums are only those red flowered plants that you buy each Spring, then it's time you met the "true geranium" - a group oftough but beautiful perennials that range in height from 3" to 3', are available in fashionable white, pink, blue & mauve shades & may be grown in areas from scree & rockgardens to woodland plots & open sunny borders! A wonderful opportunity to experience & see the diversity in this charming group of plants.

Day: Tuesday Time: 7-9:30pm

Dates: May3

Registration Fee Memb: $ 23.

Cancellation Deadline: April 26

Non Memb: $ 28.

Innovative Plantings: Trellis & Garden Structures

Instructor: Marion Jarvie

4120-3

Make your garden an enchanting oasis. We'll show you unusual ways of planting & using trellis, garden structures, walls & walkways, incorporating all--from the unusual to the ordinary--in creative ways for trans seasonal interest. Some samples, free standing structures in beds, espalier with woody plants--decorative & fruiting.

Day: Wednesday Time: 1-4pm

Dates: May 11

Registration Fee Memb: $ 27.or $48. for any 2- 4120

Cancellation Deadline: May4

Non Memb: $ 32.

GARDENING -~ Course Descriptions

Intermediate Orchids

Instructor: Wayne Hingston

4137

Designed to build on your basic knowledge about growing orchids, all aspects of selection & culture that are required to effectively grow most orchids in the home or a greenhouse, will be covered. Best remedies for pests, diseases & possible problems will be offered. Division of orchids & all aspects of propagation--including from seeds--will be demonstrated.

Day: Wednesdays Time: 7:30-9:30pm

Dates: April 13, 20, 27; May 4

Registration Fee Memb: $ 48.

Cancellation Deadline: April6

Iris & Lilies

Instructor: Marion Jarvie

Non Memb: $ 63.

4120-5

From March to Fall, fragrance & beauty abound in iris & lilies. Learn about new species & cultivars. There are favourites for everyone's garden! You will discover the amazing diversity of these easy hardy perennials, where to plant, how to find & select, & how to grow them from seeds & bulbs.

Day: Monday

Dates: May 30

Registration Fee Memb: $ 27.or $48. for any 2- 4120

Cancellation Deadline: May 23

Perennials: The Latest & Greatest

Instructor: Dugald Cameron

Time: 1-4pm

Non Memb: $ 32.

There's really no room from complacency in gardening. Whether motivated by what the guy next door has installed orjust plain curiosity, any gardenerwith a modicum of self respect/ego, feels that irisistible urge to try something NEW. Learn about the "new" & what's new in old plants for 1994 from the master of the search for little known gems thatwill do well in Canadian gardens. A slide/lecture presentation. perennials, bulbs & seeds, clematis & climbers

Day: Tuesday

Dates: May 17

Registration Fee Memb: $ 27.

Cancellation Deadline: May 10

Planting Unusual Containers

Instructor: Marjorie Mason-Hogue

Time: 7-10pm

Non Memb: $ 32.

4123-2

Do your hanging containers "fizzle" out in mid summer? Join us to take an in-depth look at growing plants in pots--a must for people who have balcony/patio gardens as well as an opportunity to discover how to use containers as accents in larger gardens for maximum effect. A complete study of containers, planting medium, plants (including annuals, summer flowering bulbs, perennials, shrubs, fruit, vegetables, herbs& their culture) & summering houseplants. Special feature -learn how to make a "Memories of B.C." moss basket!

Day: Wednesdays Time: 7-9:30pm

Dates: April 13, 20

Registration Fee Memb: $ 41.

Cancellation Deadline: April6

Non Memb: $ 51.

GARDENING ~ Course Descriptions

Plantscaping Solutions - A Touch Of Class 4170

Instructor: Marion Jarvie

Want to stop the traffic? Add a touch of distinction to established plantings. In this practical study of design in planting, you'll learn appropriate, innovative applications of new & existing plant materials--including trees, shrubs & flowers--in sun & shade locations, while discovering items not usually found in most gardens.

Day: Mondays Time: 7-10pm

Dates: April 18, 25; May 2, 9

Registration Fee Memb: $ 75.

Cancellation Deadline: April 11

Ponds & Damp Gardens

Instructor: Marion Jarvie

Non Memb: $ 90.

4120-2

From a small, Saturday, wading pool sized project, to a larger pond, both including damp gardens - look at the most aesthetic & sensible locations; obtain useful technical tips for construction; learn the care & maintenance of water, fish & plants in & around the area; & as well, how to select stunning foliage & flowers suitable for either natural or specially created damp places. And while your'rewatiting, have a look at Beth Chatto's The Damp Garden, in our library &Trellis Shop.

Day: Wednesday Time: 1-4 pm

Dates: April 20

Registration Fee Memb: $ 27.or $48. for any 2- 4120 Non Memb: $ 32.

Cancellation Deadline: April 13

Prairie & Meadow Gardens

Instructor: Frank Kershaw

4113

Ever thought ofdesigning your own meadow garden to attract butterflies & birds? This course will give you a good base upon which to start. The requirements for this type of environment, plant selection & design features will be dealt with in detail. Slides will be used to illustrate the issues discussed.

Day: Thursdays Time: 7:30-9:30pm

Dates: May 26, June 2

Registration Fee Memb: $ Non Memb: $

Cancellation Deadline: May5

Restructure/Rejuvenate

Instructor: Marion Jarvie

4102

No garden is a lost cause. Join us for some productive reworking. All aspects ofthe older garden will be looked at forcreative & healthy reorganizing & restructuring. You'll learn evaluation techniques- -analysis of colour, size, shape, health, hardiness--as well as how to recreate structure & correct major faults. Spectacular trans-seasonal interest through solid "bones is the goal.

Day: Wednesdays Time: 1-4pm

Dates: April 6, 13

Registration Fee Memb: $ 48.

Cancellation Deadline: March30

Non Memb: $ 63.

GAR DENING o Course Descriptions

Rhododendrons, Azaleas & Companion Plants

Instructor: Marjorie Hancock

4159

From one of Canada's top rhododendron experts, you will be given brief botanical data & ecological distribution information of this expanded family in thewild, as well as an understanding of the cultural needs of the different forms, how to get started, overcoming adverse conditions & on-going care simplified--all illustrated with slides, live plants, soil examples & true stories. Open discussion will be featured.

Day: Wednesday

Dates: May 18

Registration Fee Memb: $ 27.

Cancellation Deadline: May 11

Roses: Beginners

Instructor: Cecil Lamrock

Time: 7-9:30pm

Non Memb: $ 32.

4153-1

The beginner will get an overview of all the information necessary to plant & grow successful roses. Types of roses, selection, sources, preparation of soil, where, when & how to plant, care through the growing season & Winter protection will be discussed & demonstrated through a slide/lecture/question & answer presentation.

Day: Thursdays

Dates: April 14

Registration Fee Memb: $ 20.or $36. for 4153-1 + 2

Cancellation Deadline: April 7

Roses: Continuing

Instructor: Cecil Lamrock

Time: 7:30-9:30pm

Non Memb: $ 25.

4153-2

For the experienced rose gardener, selection & uses of roses, pruning & care during the growing season, pests & diseases, propagating & grafting or budding, roses for fragrance, garden & show, using roses in the landscape, & putting roses to bed for the Winter.

Day: Thursday

Dates: Apr 21

Registration Fee Memb: $ 20.or $36. for 4153-1 + 2

Cancellation Deadline: April 14

Summer Flowering Bulbs - Part 1

Instructor: Dugald Cameron

Time: 7:30-9:30pm

Non Memb: $ 25.

4138-1

Getting bulbs "off the ground , in pots & containers for the patio & balcony. How to start, grow & enjoy bulbs indoors. Soil mix & containers you can use successfully. Revealing the "unknown", such as the wonders awaiting in Achimanes, "Naked Ladies", "Baboon Flower", Begonias, Miniature Caladium, "Red Frill", or Freesiaon the window sill, Oxalis, plus whatever else there's time for ... & questions & answers! Kits available at class $15.-$25.

Day: Wednesday

Dates: March 23

Registration Fee Memb: $ 27.or $48. for 4138-1+2

Cancellation Deadline: March 16

Time: 7-10pm

Non Memb: $ 32.

GARDEN|NG o Course Descriptions

Summer Flowering Bulbs - Part 2

Instructor: Dugald Cameron

4138-2

Good, & not-so good places to plant. How to prepare the planting site. What to expectof the newly planted bulb & how to help it all come about. Whatto do when the Summercomes to an end--apart from going into mourning. Some little known facts about getting the most from Amaryllis, Agapanthus, Anemones, Dwarf Cannas, Clivia, Dahlias, Gladiolus, exotic Gloriosa & the magnificence of Lillies. Kits available atclass $15.-$25.

Day: Wednesday Time: 7-10pm

Dates: March 30

Registration Fee Memb: $ 27.or $48 for 4138-1+2 Non Memb: $ 32.

Cancellation Deadline: March 23

Summer Propagation

Instructor: Marion Jarvie

4120-6

Propagating in each season is very different. Change those few beautiful but isolated plants into masses of colour. This practical, hands-on demonstration is about how to increase the stock of your garden by divisions & cuttings of everything--softwoody plants, perennials, shrubs, vines, bulbs & lilies. You'll also learn what & when to collect seeds, sowing & storing. Participants are Invited to bring their seed packages & plants for consultation.

Day: Wednesday Time: 1-4pm

Dates: June 1

Registration Fee Memb: $ 27.or $48. for any 2- 4120 Non Memb: $ 32.

Cancellation Deadline: May 25

Xeriscaping - Not Zeroscaping!

Instructor: Marjorie Mason-Hogue

4154

If you think drought-tolerant gardening means growing only sedums & sempervivums, prepare to be surprised! A discussion of plant selection, placement & mulching techniques will solve many problems, for example the section of your lawn that turns brown every summer, the dry shade under trees where nothing grows, difficult slopes, & the barren soil at the cottage. You'll learn to save both water & time spent hauling hoses.

Day: Tuesday Time: 7-9:30pm

Dates: May 10

Registration Fee Memb: $ 23. Non Memb: $ 27.

Cancellation Deadline: May3

Our Courses & Instructors ~

. As well as providing advanced information in gardening-related subjects, our courses are designed to meet the relevantongoing needs of the community.

. Classes are limited in size so that where appropriate, we are able to offer individual attention.

. Our instructors, who are highly qualified in their fields, are chosen for their current knowledge, educational background, teaching ability & related experience.

The Civic Garden Centre Instructors ~

Judith Adam is a Master Gardener, Human Resources consultant, Conference Administrator, regular lecturerin gardening relatedsubjects forboards ofeducation, othergardening & horticulture groups, & a volunteer & part time Horticulture Department staffmemberat the Civic Garden Centre.

Mary Baillie who studied in Japan, is a qualified teacher of Ikenobo Ikebana, Judge & Demonstrator ofFloralDesign accreditedby the Garden Clubs ofOntario, Judge ofHorticulture accreditedby the Royal BotanicalGardens, & RoseJudge accreditedby the Canadian Rose Society.

Shirley Binns studied flowerarranging at the Civic Garden Centre, in Japan, & has been arranging flowers & extensivelygardening for 10years. She is an accreditedRose Judge & is currently studying to become a DecorativeJudge. Shirleyhas competedin four worldflower shows--one in Paris France, & hadan arrangementpublishedin theCanadian Flower Arranger. Shirleyis a memberofMilne House Garden Club.

Lynda Bryden, BA, attended Toronto Teachers' College & has studiedart with wellknown Toronto artists. An experienced teacher, Lynda has given watercolour classes formanyyears at the Centre where she is also ajurorforexhibitions. She conducts summer workshops in Baysville & has participatedingroup &juriedshows.

Dugald Cameron, BSc Biology, is a gardener who began his career as a childata lowpaying Jjob, weeding his Englishgrandmother s garden. As his interestin & knowledge ofgardening grew, frustratedby the limitedselection & inferiorquality ofthe bulbs, plants & seeds so available to the Canadian gardener, about 10years ago he establishedhis own company, Gardenimport inc. Since that time Dugaldhas searchedthe horticultural worldforlittle known but lovely things that woulddo wellin Canadiangardens.

Americo Del Colgraduatedin Graphic & Fine Arts, studied with Doris McCarthy, Charles Goldhammer & Robert Ross. Aftera successful careerin graphic arts, he ispainting & teaching, focusing on Canadian landscape, watercolour& figures. He has hadmany one-man shows & is representedin private & corporate collections in England, Germany, Australia & Canada.

Maggie Dickson trained in art at St. Martins Academy London England, University of Missouri, OCA (AOCA), & Art's Sake with Graeham Coughtry & Joyce Wieland. Maggie's workincludes doing moldings, castings & pen & inkillustrations for the R.O.M., & semi-abstractlarge scale flowers in mixedmedia on paper. She has exhibitedin manygroup shows.

Marie Foleyhas been an enthusiastic gardener for a long time--always working with small spaces. She has spentmanyyears in sales & marketing givingpresentations & seminars. Marie is an active volunteerat the Centre & a studentin the Master Gardenerprogram at the University of Guelph.

Betty Greenacre An expert on pressed flowers, nature photographer, lecturer & Garden Clubs ofOntariojudge on the internationallevelfor25years. Bettygives instructionalseminars & workshops through slide shows atthe Civic Garden Centre & clubs across Canada & the U.S. She is a memberofthe F.O.N., Ontario FieldNaturalists & Toronto Guildfor ColourPhotography. Her photographshavebeenpublishedin Canadian Wildfiower Calendar, Art of Canadian Nature Photography, Readers' Digest & others.

The Civic Garden Centre Instructors ~

Marjorie Hancock, AOCA, OALA, following a careerin graphic design & planning, returned to nursery work (she is the daughterofthe famous "Mr. Rhododendron , a major developer ofS. Ontario-friendly strains). As an owner/partner of Woodland Nurseries, the first commercial producer ofrhododendrons in Ontario, Marjorie is a Horticultural Consultant to landscape architects, garden designers, nurserymen, landscape contractors & the public. Active in the formation ofthe Rhododendron Society ofCanada, she was also their editor.

Wayne Hingston, BSc, MEd, has been teaching high school science for 20 years & is currently a DepartmentHeadatPine Ridge Secondary Schoolin Pickering. An avid orchidgrower forover 15 years--Wayne has more than 5000 varities & 500species ofhis own--he has also been President ofthe Southern Ontario CrchidSociety since 1989.

Ella Irving has had 30years ofentering competitions, studying for accreditations, & judging & teaching flower design in North America, Japan & the U.K. In addition to her continuous workin many other styles, she has has been a fullprofessorin Ikebana floral art since 1988.

Marion Jarvie After 11 years as a nursery horticulturist, started her own landscape consultancy 9years ago. She has been teaching in the fieldformanyyears at George Brown College & the Civic Garden Centre & as wellas lecturering throughout North America. Marion travels extensively to discover & gather new & relevantplant information to add to heralready vast repetoire & incorporate intopracticalapplications. She has been Program Chairman ofthe Ontario Rock Garden Society for8years.

Shizuko Kadoguchi has the highest qualifications in Ikenobo in North America. In addition, shehas the honourable distinction ofbeing awardedthe name "Hosui"-sweet essence--by Headmaster Seneilkenobo. She hasbeen learning Ikebana forover60years & teaching for 33 years in the U.S., Jamaica, Canada, Japan, assistedSeneilkenobo & demonstrated for the Consul GeneralofJapan.

Frank Kershaw BA (hons), MSc in Urban & Regional Planning, Diploma in Horticulture & Certificate in Landscape Architecture, has been DirectorofPlanning, Research & Construction Division, forthe Department ofParks & Property Metro Toronto, forover20years. Heis a recognizedleaderin naturallandscapes in North America, continues to bepublishedregularly, & lectures throughout the continent on related subjects.

Cecil Lamrock Manager, Private Label AMP Food Stores in Canada, Cec's 25-30yearhobby of gardening has resultedin a collection ofapproximately 300 varieties ofroses--mostly Hybrid Teas, Floribundas & Grandifloras. His lecture circuitincludes horticulturegroups, Royal Winter Fair, C.N.E. Cec is pastPresidentofthe Canadian Rose Society, Agincourt Garden Club & York Rose & Garden Society.

Marjorie Mason-Hogue was raisedon a marketgarden farm & so has been gardening since she could walk. She workedatPine Ridge Garden Galleryfor20years, mostofwhich time she wa Greenhouse Manager. Marjorie was Hostof"Let's Get Growing", CKOT 94.9 FM radio foreight years. In 1993, Marjorie & son Jeffbegan a mail ordernursery calledMason-Hogue Gardens, for unusual plants.

Maureen Robbins trained at the Haliburton School, Cedar Ridge Arts Centre, Basketry Network, Marilyn Gannon, & Basketry Focus Harborfront. She teaches basketry techniques at herprivate studio, community colleges, service & relatedassociations. Maureen has exhibited in juriedshows & maintains heraffiliation with the Basketry Network.

The Civic Garden Centre Instructors ~

James "Sandy" Spencer attended Acadia University & then graduatedAOCA, from whence he was senton scholarship to study in Europe. His Wolfville Nova Scotia roots, are apparentin the detail& lightreflectedin his work. Severallargepaintings are in the National Gallerypermanent collection & manyothers in majorgalleries, corporations & publications across Canada. Sandy has taught for 27years at such institutions as the BanffSchool & University of Toronto.

Pamela Stagg is a Canadian botanical artist who has achieved international recognition for her work. She holds the prestigious RoyalHorticulturalSociety GoldMedal forbotanicalpainting & thisyear willhave hersecondsolo showat the Park Walk Gallery in London England. An enthusiastic teacher, Pamela enjoys developing the talent ofallher students--a studentin one of herprevious workshops at the Centre, is now exhibiting internationally.

Pearl Wilbyis a highly experienced& accredited Garden Clubs ofOntario, Judge. Heraward winning flowerarrangements are easilyidentified. Very active in Milne House Garden Club & past President ofthe North Toronto Horticultural Society, she has been teaching formanyyears at the Civic Garden Centre & elsewhere.

Greg Williams currently holds the Jonin Somu degree - Sogetsu School. He is a member ofthe Sogetsu Teachers' Association, was instrumentalin establishing Toronto Chapter 108 ofIkebana International, was founding President& is HonouraryAdvisor. He has assistedthe lemoto ofthe SogetsuSchoolHiroshi Teshigahara in demonstrations & exhibitions, & shows worldwide.

Henry Wo Yue-Kee, currently basedin Alexandria Virginia, was born in Quongdong China & studiedartin China & Hong Kong. Itis bypopulardemandthathe returns to teach at the Centre. Wo has revisitedHong Kong & China many times to sketch, paint& exhibit. His sensitive love of life is eloquently expressedin hispaintings. His work is includedin collections in majorgalleries in the U.S., Australia, Taiwan, Hong Kong & China.

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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 meetyourparticularskills and interests. Call us at397-1351.

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 finest public gardening education facilities & located at Edwards Gardens, the Civic Garden Centre has earned an international reputation for the advancement of horticulture. You can sign up for workshops, courses & guest lectures on topics including gardening, flower arranging, crafts, art, attend exhibitions, borrow from the horticulture library (of over 6000 books & other publications), & shop for gifts, books & garden supplies in our Trellis Shop.

« We are almost fully supported by our VOLUNTEER workers. Should you be interested in joining them, please give us a call at 397-1351.

Membership Advantages ~

The Civic Garden Centre warmly welcomes new members. Join us, & meet friends who share an interest in gardening/horticulture, floral arts, nature-related art, crafts, natural history & all kinds of other special events. We provide leading-edge information, so you'll learn a lot & enjoy yourself at the same time.

Some of the many *services we offer are:

- educational workshops, courses, clinics, lectures, conferences, tours & Members' Nights

a highly recognized horticultural library

the Trellis Shop, useful & unusual garden supplies, plants, gifts & books

Trellis newsletter, to keep you informed & up-to-date--ten issues per year

soil testing

free gardening information hotline

seasonal plant sales

fund-raising events, ie. highly recognized craft show, garden tours etc. flower shows, exhibitions & competitions

Master Gardener education & activities

« volunteer activities

*Member discounts apply on many of these services.