The newsletter of the Civic Garden Centre in Metropolitan Toronto September, 1995 ______ Volume 22, Number8
THE SIXTH GREAT CANADIAN GARDENING CONFERENCE
GardeningNaturally: art and craft ofthe naturalgarden =\ [
Friday, October 27 to Sunday, October 29
Monday, October 30: The experts stay on International experts explore natural landscaping and envision the garden s natural possibilities.
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ROY LANCASTER « ANN LOVEJOY « ROBERT OSBORNE
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Chair: Lynne Robbins
Members: Peter Boeckle
Lindsay Dale-Harris
John Dean
Annette Dunne
Mark Hartley
John Howard
LorraineJohnson
Gwen Kearney
Nancy Laurie
Barbara Mayer
Mary Mingie
David Money
Maureen Naylor
Anthea O'Reagan
Helen Shaw
Roger Silverthorne
Robin Wilson
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Accounts: Janie Brentnall
Executive director: Bonnie Hillman
Horticulturist:
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Maintenance supervisor: Walter Morassutti
Rental agent: Betsy Chubb
Secretary: Shirley Lyons
Trellis editor: Iris Hossé Phillips
Trellis Shop assistant manager:
Barbara Stevenson
Volunteer co-ordinator and publicity: Carolyn Dalgarno
Honorary counsel: Aird and Berlis
Gardening on the wilder
Inside back cover: Coming events
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TRELLIS
Volume22, Number 8
Editor: Iris Hossé Phillips
Editorial co-ordinator: Leslie Lynch
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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: (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 October 15 will be included in the December-January issue of Trellis.
Opinions expressed within Trellis do not necessarily reflect those of the Centre. Submissions may be edited for style and clarity.
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Editor s note
ByIris Phillips
Communitygardensandurbangardeninitiativeshavefascinatedmefora longtime. I enjoy visiting them and seeing the abundanceofvegetablesand themanyunusual varieties. Last year, I toured a large communitygardenthatheld200plots. Idiscovered Chinese vegetables and vine crops thatwereornamentalandintriguing.Asto their names, taste and culinaryuse, [am in thedarkasthegardenerswerenotpresent.
Manycountries have traditions ofcommunity gardening. In New Delhi, India, there is the Kitchen Garden Society where women grow vegetables and make compostforcommunityuse.InEuropeancountries many apartment dwellers have longterm leases on garden plots where they grow flowers and vegetables. Some plots havepermanentgardenshelterswherethe gardeners have lunch or afternoon tea.
Urban farming has multiple functions. It allows apartmentdwellers to grow food and enjoy the act of gardening. It is also a tool tostimulateinner-cityrevitalization . Thegardenscreateapleasantenvironment andprovidefoodforlow-incomeresidents. They providea space for residents to chat and socialize and also foster pride of place .
I recently read an article about a community garden project in Edmonton, Alberta. About120residentsjoinedtheBoyle Street Neighbourhood Community Gardenprojectandfarmed28plots. Theyhad enough produce to share with 200 neighboursandfriends. Therewasnocosttothe cityasthelandwasnotinuseandtheParks Department loaned the rototilling equipment. Public Works provided soil and composting training (Plan Canada, May, 1995).
Let me know ofyour favorite communitygardeninMetro. Iwould loveto visit!
AN EDWARDS FOUNDATION GARDEN EVENING
Wednesday, September 20
7:30 p.m.
Speaker: Peter Thoday
Topic: The walled garden
Peter Thoday is no stranger to the Civic Garden Centre. In 1994, heled a popular master class on pruning in a Centre member s garden.
He is the director and presenter of the PBS series on the Victorian walled garden and past director of horticulture at the UniversityofBath. Hehasspokenthroughout the USA, Israel, France and Canada. Current landscape management projects include the restoration of historic parks and gardens.
TheWalledGarden has anextremely long history throughout Europe reaching its climax in the late nineteenth centruy. EventodaysomeofBritain smostinteresting gardens are within walled enclosures. The illustrated lecture will cover the history, design and planting styles of these gardens together with an explanation of thehusbandrytechniquesusedingrowing the fine fruits, flowers and vegetables.
CentrememberMarjorieHarris organizes The Edwards Foundation Garden Evenings which arefundedbyTheEdwardsCharitableFoundation. FreeadmissionformembersoftheCentre, non-members, $4.
Art in The Link
September5 to 18:
Shahla Andrews
September 19 to October 2
Christl Niemuller and Marianne Crone
Master classes: Hands-on workshops, using real plants and tools
The worldematls
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Creating new garden features
Speaker: Peter Thoday, senior lecturer, director and presenter of the PBS series on the Victorian walled garden, past director of horticulture at the University of Bath
Date: Thursday, September 21, 1:00 to 5:00 p.m.
Location = Warrawee Farm, Rockwood
Cost: $59
Peter Thoday has been involved in the development ofWarrawee Farm garden over the last four years. The site is divided into a series of separate gardens each with its own theme. After an introductory walk around the property, the master class will concentrate on the techniques used to construct the garden structure: hard landscape features such as walls, paths, fences and earthmouldingand the selection of trees and shrubs to form the structure planting.
Call the Centre to register: (416) 397-1340. Classes are limited to 25.
Course comments
By Ada Brzeski, course co-ordinator
WhilelookingthroughtheTVGuide,Iwas surprised to see the number of gardening shows. My favourites this season are two from England: Gardens by Design and Front Garden. Canadian Gardener is still the best for offering useful regional gardening tips.
With these excellent programs providing vast amounts of information, I sometimes wonder what motivates people to take courses. The answer came when I visited Merlin s Hollow, the garden of David and Dierdre Tomlinson.
TV does not letyou see, touchand smell the garden. I was able to admire the Tomlinsons giant delphinium and smell theirherbgarden,anexperiencethatnoTV show can reproduce. Taking a course allows you to see, touch, feel and ask questions.
TheCentre sfallcoursesofferthechance to experience gardening to the fullest: a pruning workshop in Edwards Gardens, plant care tips demonstrated in Marion Jarvie s garden, anda field trip to several Toronto parks.
Our knowledgeable instructors are happy to answer your questions and provide information, including samples and demonstrations. Take time to look over our enclosed brochure.
In the arts and crafts department, several new courses will challenge your creativity: papiermaché withLilianaDeisarri, silk ribbon embroidery with Joanne Misener-Allen, and paper making with Ruth Booth.
Aftertaking the summer offto getmarried, [ am now planning thenext season of courses. Please feel to call me at (416) 397-1362 if you have ideas or suggestions for the winter and spring semester.
THE GARDEN CLUB OF TORONTO INVITES YOU TO TABLES GALORE
Wednesday October 4
Thursday, October 5
10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
at the Civic Garden Centre
Admission$10
Details: (416) 447-5218
Table settings with something unexpected. Table talk speakers.
Shop talkwith stores and manufacturers.
Advance notice:
Mistletoe Magic
Toronto s finest Christmas sale
November 9, 10 11, and 12
Thursday: 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Friday, Saturday and Sunday: 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Featuring handcrafted gifts, distinctive boutiques, Christmas decorations, specialty foods and unique crafts. Also serving morning coffee, lunch and afternoon tea.
Admission: $5
Free parking
At the Civic Garden Centre (416) 397-1340
Teaching Garden for Edwards Gardens site
Submitted by The Garden Club ofToronto
A teaching garden is being created at Edwards Gardens. It will introduce children to the excitement of plants and educatethemintheloveandvaluesofgardening. Theprojectisalong-standingdreamof members of the Civic Garden Centre and The Garden Club ofToronto.
TheGardenClubofTorontoisresponsibleforthedesignofthegardeninconsultation with the staffofthe Centre s Horticultural Department. Anne Marie Van Nest, the Centre s horticulturist, is a member of the design committee. The Garden Club will fund the building of the garden and oversee its construction. After completion ofthegarden,theClubwillturntheproject overto theCivicGarden Centre whichwill run education programs and maintain the garden. This plan was recently approved by the Metro Toronto Parks and Property Department and Metro Council.
TheTeachingGarden,whichwillcover some 6,500 square feet, willbe located in a section of Edwards Gardens bounded by The Bridle Path to the west and Lawrence Avenue to the north. It will contain demonstration gardens, compost boxes, a tool shed and, most importantly, individual plots, wherechildren can dig,plant, cultivate and harvest, and in doing so, enjoy a garden of their own.
TheCivicGardenCentreisenthusiastic about the creation of the teaching garden. Lynne Robbins, the Centre s chair, states, Ilookforwardtotheexpandedprogramming the Centre will be able to offer children,particularlythehands-onexperience in the garden. I think it will excite and attract many children to the Centre.
Allbeingwell,thesodwillbeturnedfor The Teaching Garden next spring.
New books in the Trellis Shop
By Susan Perenack
THE GARDEN LETTERS
By Elspeth Bradbury and Judy Maddocks, $19.95
Warm, amusing and informative, the correspondence between new Vancouverite Elspeth Bradbury, landscape architect, and formerneighbourJudyMaddocksbackin NewBrunswickcovers more than just gardening. Their letters touch on families, geographicaldifferences,childhoodreminiscencesandalwaysthetriumphsandtribulations ofgardeningoneastandwestcoast. Afterthefirstletter,it sadifficultbooktoputdown.
THE ONTARIONATURALIZED GARDEN
The complete guide to using native plants
By Lorraine Johnson,
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The author makes a passionate plea for the naturalized garden in Ontario. She includes philosophy, methods, ecology, ethics, thought-provoking quotes and extensive references. The bibliography is exhaustive. If this is your gardening preference, you couldn t do better than to start with this book.
Rose Society launches annual lectures with famed rosarian Wilhelm Kordes
By Gloria Lauris Elkholy
Wilhelm Kordes, of W. Kordes Sohne Nursery in Sparrieshoop, Germany, is the inaugural speakeroftheGoulding Memorial Lecture Series, held at the Centre on Thursday, September, 7 at 7:30 p.m.
Wilhelm Kordes is the great-grandson of Wilhelm Kordes who founded an art andtrade nurseryinElImshornnearHamburg in 1887. Roses were sold as a side business at first. By the mid-1890s, rose sales 'were so lucrative that the business became devoted entirely to the growing and saleofroses, which eventuallybecame the company s trademark.
In 1919, thenurserymoved toa300-acre farmatnearbySparrieshoopandWilhelm' s sons, Wilhelm II and Hermann took over the business, now known as W. Kordes Sohne. From this time, the family was devoted to the cultivation and breeding of new roses, and soon their new varieties enjoyedinternationalacclaim. Amongthem arethefrost-resistantnewspecies,R.kordesii, andnumeroushybrid teas,polyanthasand the group now called floribundas. A total of450 new varieties have been introduced since1887and theyhavewonmanyworldwide awards and honours.
After 1964, the third generation of the Kordes family managed the company and made it the largestrosenurseryin Europe. They celebrated their centenary in 1987 and now the fourth generation run the company.
Limitedticketsareavailabletothepublic at $5 each from Anne Graber (416 757-8809).
Locally available Kordes roses:
Hybrid teas:
Ave Maria, Berolina (Selfridges), Burgund 81 (Loving Memory), Blue River, Crimson Glory, Die Velt (World Rose), Duftzauber (Royal William), Ernest H. Morse, Esmeralda (Keepsake), Kardinal, Kordes Perfecta, Lady Rose, Las Vegas, Liebeszauber, Peer Gynt, Valencia and Vienna Charm.
Floribundas: Australian Gold, Champagner, Europa, Friesia (Sunsprite), Iceberg (voted the world s favouriterosein 1983), Lilli Marleen, Mercedes, Prominent and Tabris.
Climbers or Shrubs: Dortmund, Flammentanz (Flame Dance), Sparrieshoop, Sympathie and Westerland.
Itwas a hot time at the Centre s Kidsummer day
ItwasaswelteringdayonJuly13;nonethelessmorethan350childrenvisitedtheCentre. Joining the fun this year was Kate MiddletonofMetroWorkswhotalkedcompostatthedemonstrationsiteandbrought along a composting mascot to meet the children.
Just as popular was the pot decorating and impatiens cutting activity led by the
MasterGardenersandtheseedpicturecraft area where works of art were created. To completetheKidsummerevent,CivicGardenCentretourguidesledgroupsthrough Edwards Gardens for a fun-filled look at nature in the city.
Special thanks to all the Centre volunteersandeveryonefromMetroWorkswho made this day such an enjoyable event. Trellis, September 1995
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
IwishtoavailmyselfofTrellistosayafond farewell and thank you to the members, volunteers and staff of the Civic Garden Centre for their support and help during thepast few years in my positionasassistant horticulturist. These years have been some of the most fulfilling of my lifetime duetothefinecalibreofpeoplewithwhom I have been associated.
I appreciate the co-operationand abundanceofgood humor. I cherishthetimes I have spent with our dedicated people and the friendships which have resulted.
Overthepasteightyears therehasbeen atremendousgrowthintheactivitiesofthe Centre and its success hasbeengratifying. All members, volunteers and staff are a committed group who have contributed much to the field of horticulture in Metro Toronto and beyond.
I leave my position on a very positive note knowingthat a greatfutureis instore for the Civic Garden Centre when it can depend on the supportofsuchpeople and in the knowledge that gardening and volunteering are priorities with so many today.
This is not a final farewell as I will continue to be a member of the Centre and partakeinitsactivities. SeeyouattheGreat Canadian Gardening Conference!
Helen
Craig, Toronto
Farewell
to Judith Adam
A hearty thank you is extended to Judith Adam for six years ofdedicated service to membersandthepublicasaweekendstaff memberoftheCentre sHorticulturalServices Department. Judith left the Centre in early July to spend more time with her family and to focus on other areas of her horticultural career.
Best wishes, Judith.
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Daily News
Royal Botanical Gardens Centre 680 Plains Road West Burlington, Ontario
Tuesday, September 26, 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Wednesday,September 27, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Demonstrations, floral displays, café, design and horticulture competition
Wheelchair accessible, free parking
Tickets: general, $5, seniors and students $4. Information (905) 527-5577
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Volunteer opportunities
By Carolyn Dalgarno, volunteer co-ordinator
Septembermeansnewcommitments formanypeople. Ifyou havethetime,wehopeyou will contact us to become a Civic Garden Centre volunteer.
Volunteer seminar
Join us on September 20 at 1:00 p.m. to learn about the Centre, our mandate, what we do,whatweofferandourneed forvolunteers. Memberswhosimplywanttoknowmore about the Centre are invited to come by, too.
Coming activities
The Centre needs volunteers for the sale of garden mums.
l_Sale of garden mums i
| Set up Thursday, September 7 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Members sale Friday, September 8 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
|_Pub1ic sale Saturday and Sunday, September 9 and 10 noon to 5:00 p.m. ]
Mistletoe Magic, our fundraising craft show, will be held November 9, 10, 11 and 12. Please put some time aside to volunteer. Call (416) 397-1351 to select your time.
CRAFTS & NUR
Plant of the month: Colchicum
By Anna Leggatt
Colchicum, or meadow saffron, is gradually becoming available in some of our nurseries and mail order catalogues. They are one of the best flowers for fall colour. They should be planted in the fall, as soon as they are available.
Sometimes they are confused with autumn crocuses, which are true crocuses and in the iris family. Saffron comes from one ofthese species. Colchicum looks like alargecrocusintheflowerbutis amember of the lily family.
There are about 60 species, native from Britain through Turkey to Central Asia. I stillcouldgostraighttothespotinEngland where I found the leaves of Colchicum autumnale about45 years ago. I wentback many times, but never found the flowers.
Mostbloominthefall. Thelarge,crocuslike flowers grow from a big corm and are six-tepaled (petals and sepals all looking like petals), white to purplish and occasionallyyellow.These petals formalong tube, ending underground. The developing seed pod is underground, too.
The leaves do not appear till early the followingspring. Theyarelargeandwide, up to40cmhigh. Theyareratherungainly tilltheydiedowninJuly,soyoumustplant the corms where you can see the flowers, butwherethefoliagewillnotbetoonoticeable. Perhapsgrowthemwithtulips? Any seedpods will grow up with the leaves.
The best ones available in the Toronto area are hybrids. Look for Autumn Queen, LilacWonder, TheGiant, and the double Waterlily . The differences among the first three are slight, but The Giant is bigger.
Colchicum autumnaleisoneofthesmaller species and has a delicate white form as well as pink. Both double forms are occasionally available.
C. speciosum is larger, pink to purplish, withawhitethroat. Thedoublewhiteform of this is high on my wish list.
C.agrppinum,actuallyahybrid,hasnarrower petals. The insides are chequered with brown lines.
Colchicum ciliatum flowers later and is loved by slugs, as is C. bornmuelleri, a species with brownish anthers.
Plant them 5 to 7.5cm deep, as soon as the corms are available in late August or September. Theygrowbestinagoodloamy well-drained soil.
Someofmyplantsareinfullsun,others inpartshade.Theonesthatonlygetoneor two hours of sun aren t increasing like the others.
Leave undisturbed till the clump gets large and the flowers decrease in number. Thendigcarefullyaftertheleavesdiedown, separatethecormsandreplant. Thadabout 35 from my oldest clump!
Ifyou get seeds, theyare ripe when the leavesdiedown. Plantthemimmediately.
The drug colchicine comes from C. speciosum.
Anna Leggatt is a Toronto Master Gardener and editor of the Journal of the Ontario Rock Garden Society.
Questions and answers with the Master Gardeners
Q. Twould like togrowa yucca in myapartment. HowshouldIwaterand feed it; how much light does it need?
A. A yucca needs to be in strong bright light, at least three hours of direct sun daily. It tolerates dry air and grows at normal indoor temperatures. Water plentifully in spring, summer and fall,enough tokeepitmoist,butnotwet. Inwinter,wateronlytopreventitdrying out. Ifyouplantitina soil-based mixture,add somelightener(perlite or sand) to help drainage. Use a clay pot which is heavy enough to keeptheplantfromtopplingover. Repotitinspringonlywhenroots havefilled thepotandbesuretousea newpotwhichisonlyonesize larger. If it is in a container 12 to 15 inches in size, then top dress annually. Since yucca prefers dry air, misting is not required. Yucca needs a heavy pot.
Q. [ITwanttooverseedthefrontlawn.Should Idothisnow? AndshouldIfertilizeit at the same time?
A. Yes, September is a good month to plant grass seed. Use a slow release fertililzer lateron, at the end ofOctober : orearlyNovember,to winterize your Keep the lawn moist when it re-seeding it.
Q. Rose cuttings planted at the beginning ofAugust are growingnicely. ShouldItransplantthem noworleavethem until spring?
A. Since their root systems are probably not well developedyet, itisbettertowaituntilearlyspring (as soon as the ground can be worked) to move them. Mulch theyoung plants and shelter themthrough the winter, and be careful that the shallow roots do not heave out ofthe ground.
Thanks to Vivien Jenkinsonfor illustrations.
Leave rose cuttings in place over winter, under mulch protection.
Gardening questions? Call the Master Gardeners Hotline (416) 397-1345 daily, noon to 3:00 p.m.
Gardening on the wilder side
By Anne Marie Van Nest, Civic Garden Centre horticulturist
Creating a garden for wildlife is akin to a journeyback to childhood days. Theplanning requires the use of memories from timesofbuildingrusticwoodenbirdhouses, climbing trees to look inside bird s nests, hunting for berries or flowers through nearby abandoned fields or playing in any typeofwaterormud. Thisis the frameof mind required to create a backyard wildlife garden. Even in the smallest space, a wildlife home is possible if it contains the four needs of all wildlife: space, shelter, food, and water.
The habitat space
The larger and more diverse an area s terrain, variety of habitats and plant species,themorewildlifeitcanaccommodate. Backyards, because of their average size and typical number of plant species, are oftenjuststopping places for transient wildlife. The trick is to create as diverse a collection of food plants as possible for birds, hummingbirds, and both larval caterpillars and adult butterflies or moths. A varied menu of not just seed orberry type food, but insects, will keep some birds and our native brown bat in the garden. In addition, wildlife habitats include many overlooked items such as dirt piles, rock piles, stumps, logs, ditches, pools, weeds, and snags.
Shelter
Shelter is needed by wildlife as protection from the elements and available safe nesting and hiding areas from predators. Shelterisoneoftheeasiestneedstoaccommodate in the garden.
Food
Food in theform ofan available diverse diet throughout the seasons is very importanttoencouragewildlifetoadoptthe gar-
den as home. To attract and keep wildlife inthegarden,awiderangeoffoodtailored to individual preferences is necessary.
Water
Water in the garden often brings more species of birds than a feeding station. Birdbaths made from a coarse material shouldnotbedeeperthan7cm(halfthisis agooddepth)andwillattractmorebirdsif placed lowertotheground (aslongascats arenotaproblem). Aslowdrippingfaucet is a good attractant for birds. Butterflies are far less formal and like a muddy puddle from which to drink. Year-round water in a wildlife garden is often the most scarce and will be the limiting factor in satisfying the needs of wildlife guests.
Garden inhabitants
The inhabitants of a wildlife garden couldincludesuchtreasuresashummingbirdsand butterflies,orincludemanybirds, or even the intriguing bat.
Hummingbirdsprefertoeatnectarfrom flowers in the garden instead of hummingbirdfeeders. Inparticulartheyprefer flowers that are red (second choice is orange), tubular, nectar-rich, and odourless. Hummingbirdsdonotfeedonnectaralone. They vary their diet with small insects, spiders and occasionally the sap of trees andfruitjuices. ToreachsouthernOntario inearly May, our mostprevalenttype, the ruby-throated hummingbird travels from a winter home in Mexico.
Hummingbird feeders must be in the shade and extremely clean. Sugar water must not be fermented nor be stronger than four parts sugar to one part boiled water. Overly chlorinated city water can drive hummingbirds awayfromfeeders.Earlybloomingplantsthatattracthummingbirds as they travel northward are
azalea, columbine (especially the native columbine Aquilegia canadensis), Virginia bluebells (Mertensia virginica), flowering quince, and early phlox. During the summer beebalm, canna, daylilies, begonia, delphinium, iris,lilies,weigeleaandsalvia are favourite feeding spots.
Butterflies have very simple requirements once they have specific larval food. They require a sunny garden protected from high winds and many spots to rest in the sun. They are very specific when looking for food during the stages of their lifecycle. In many cases the larval food is differentfromtheadultnectarfoodplants. Oneofthemainreasonsthatbutterfliesare not common in city areas is the lack of larval food.
Butterfly larval food plants: Monarch: milkweed (Asclepias species) or dogbane (Apocynum species) Swallowtails: dill (Anethum species) or
fennel (Foeniculum vulgare)
MourningCloak: willow (Salix species) or poplar (Populus species)
Butterfly and moth adult nectar foods: A profusion of sweetly-scented and colourful flowers. Diversity is the key to a variety ofvisitors.
Birds are a delight in the garden when they nest and raise young. They are also comical when they mimic, frolic, chatter, and generally flirt to attract attention.
There are many plants that offer food throughout the year in the form of seeds, berries or in the springtime, flower buds. Birds are particularly fond of forsythia, lilac, honeysuckle and fruit tree blooms.
In the winter a wide range of birds eat the fruit from pyrachantha, winterberry (Llex verticillata), inkberry (Ilexglabra), and crabapple (Malus).
Bats are a form of wildlife that should (Continuedp.12)
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Gardening on the wilder side (continuedfrom p.11)
have more encouragement to stay in our gardens (unlike squirrels, racoons or skunks). Ourinsect-eatingbatsaresosmall andinnocuousthattheydonotdeservethe unpleasant reputation they have been given. Small bats like our Ontario little
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brown bat are incapable of piercing the skin and transmitting rabies. Their most importantfoodarenightflyingmoths. Bats have a need for a roosting area and flying insect food sources.
* Toronto Cactus and Succulent Club, meeting, 7:30 p.m.
* Creative drama with foliage, course #4120-2
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e AN EDWARDS FOUNDATION GARDEN EVENING 7:30 p.m.
Speaker: Peter Thoday Topic: The walled garden 21
e Pruningparticulars,workshopandfield trip, course #4168 23
e Plant care on location, field trip, course #4120-4
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¢ TorontoAfricanVioletSociety,craftand bake sale, 1:00 p.m.
¢ Rhododendron Society, meeting, 2:00 p-m.
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e Landscape in watercolour, course #4165-P
e Floorclothsandplacemats,course#3127
* Designing with bulbs, course#4138 26
* Landscape design for the homeowner, course #4102-1
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* Basic gardening, course #4122 28
e Landscape in watercolour, course #4165E
e Basketry techniques, course #4141-1 30
e Toronto Bonsai Society, show, noon to 5:00 p.m.
e Exploring Toronto Landscapes, course #4102-2
October 1
e Toronto Bonsai Society, show, noon to 5:00 p.m.
The Trellis Shop
End of summer sale
Starts September 14
Treasures for home and garden
25 to 40% off selected merchandise (except books)
Members receive an additional 10% off on September 14 only.
Weekdays: 9:30 a.m. to 5:00p.m. Weekend: Noon to 5:00 p.m.
~ 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 the floral arts.
- 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.
Sep 25, Oct 2, 16, 23, 30, Nov 13 Mondays Floorcloths & Placemats
Sep 25 Monday
Designing with Bulbs 7:00 - 9:30pm 4120-2 Marion Jarvie 7:00 - 10:00pm 4127 Susan Kee 7:30 - 9:30pm 4138 Andrea Pristl
Evening Courses At The Centre ~
Sep 26, Oct 3, 10,17,24, 31 Tuesdays
Landscape Design For The Homeowner
Sep 27, Oct 11 Wednesday Basic Gardening
Sep 28, Oct 5, 12,19,26, Nov 2, 16, 23 Thursdays
Landscape In Watercolour - E
Oct 2, 16 Mondays
Winterproofing your Garden
Oct 5, 12, 19, 26 Thursdays Fun With Flowers
Oct 18 Wednesday Fall Propagation
Oct 25 Wednesday Gardens of the World: France
Nov 1 Wednesday
Gardens of the World: England & Wales
Nov 2, 16, 23,30 Thursdays
Principles and Elements of Design
Nov 13, 20 Mondays
Designing a Shrub Border
Nov 14, 21 Tuesdays
Orchid Growing |
Frank Kershaw 7:00 -10:00pm 4165E
Americo Del Col
Marion Jarvie 7:00 - 9:30pm 4114-E Shirley Binns 7:00-10:00pm 7:00 - 9:30pm 4125 Martin Galloway 4169-1 Jim St. Marie 7:30 - 9:00pm 4169-2 Jim St. Marie 7:30 - 9:00pm 7:00 - 10:00pm 4145 Elaine Gitalis 4120-3
Nov 15 Wednesday Gardens of the World: Bermuda & the Caribbean
Nov 20, 27, Dec 4 Mondays Gilding Techniques
Nov 22 Wednesday The Healing Garden
Nov 28, Dec 5 Tuesdays
Marion Jarvie 7:00 - 10:00pm 7:00 - 9:30pm 4137-1 Wayne Hingston 7:30 - 9:30pm 4169-3 Frank Kershaw 4144-2
Ray Tokarek 7:00 - 10:00pm 7:30 - 9:00pm 4160 Mitchell Hewson 7:00- 9:30pm 4137-2 Wayne Hingston
This course is suitable for students who have had some experience or have 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: Sep 25, Oct 2,16,23, 30, Nov 20, 27,Dec 4
Registration Fee Memb: $ 125.
Cancellation Deadline: Sep 18
Floorcloths & Placemats
Instructor: Susan Kee
Time: 1:00- 4:00pm
Non Memb: $155.
4127
Floorcloth - a painted canvas area mat that is decorative, functional & fun to make. Suitable for beginners & continuing students, you will learn painting techniques such as ragging, sponging, dry brush, splattering, stencilling & wash, while being guided through the steps of creating & completing a floorcloth or related item. Incidental supplies list given at first class. Wear painting clothes. Course materials at first class: $30.
Day: Mondays
Dates: Sep 25, Oct 2, 16, 23, 30, Nov 13
Registration Fee Memb: $ 100.
Cancellation Deadline: Sep18
Landscape In Watercolour - E
Instructor: Americo Del Col
Time: 7:00 - 10:00pm
Non Memb: $115.
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 firstclass.
Day: Thursdays
Dates: Sep 28, Oct 5, 12,19,26, Nov 2, 16, 23
Registration Fee Memb: $ 125.
Cancellation Deadline: Sep 21
Basketry Techniques
Instructor: Maureen Robbins
Time: 7:00 -10:00pm
Non Memb: $155.
4141-1
For beginners to learn the basic techniques required to make traditional and functional style baskets and experienced students to enhance their skills with new ideas and embellishments. At least 3 large baskets will be completed using round and flat reed . Bring plastic bucket, spray bottle, 2 doz. clothespins, scissors/garden snips, awl/small pointed screwdriver, pencil, tape measure & towel. Material available at class at minimal
cost.
Day: Thursdays
Dates: Sep 28, Oct 5, 12, 19, 26
Registration Fee Memb: $ 65.
Cancellation Deadline: Sep 21
Time: 9:30 -12:00pm
Non Memb: $80.
ART AND CRAFTS ~ Course Descriptions
Papier Mache
Instructor: Lillana Deirisarri @ 4149-1
Learn about the origins , history and uses of this ancient art . Explore the various techniques of using paper, bristol board, wire frames, recycled objects. In the process you will create several projects: an ornamental vase, a Venetian mask based on the Comedia del Arte characters and somejewelry. Letyour imagination run wild in creating these 3-D pieces of art. Bring with you an exacto knife, and newspapers. A material fee of $20. will be collected in class.
Day: Fridays Time: 9:30 - 12:30pm
Dates: Oct 6, 13, 20, 27
Registration Fee Memb: $ 65.
Cancellation Deadline: Sep29
Watercolour: Introductory & Continuing
Instructor: Lynda Bryden
Non Memb: $80.
Learn & enhance the skills of wash, dry brush, wet on wet, glazing & textures, & the fundamental elements of composition, design & colour theory. Working atyourown level with critical help, this is an excellent opportunity for beginners & experienced to develop. Bring sketch book, pencil & any brushes & watercolours you have. Materials list provided at first class. Time: 1:00 - 4:00pm
Day: Tuesdays
Dates: Oct 10, 17,24,31 Nov 14,21,28, Dec5
Registration Fee Memb: $ 125.
Cancellation Deadline: Oct3
Watercolour Studio
Instructor: Lynda Bryden
Non Memb: $155.
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 artistinstructor present for guidance & critique, develop your style through practising at still life, landscape &/or botanical. Bring brushes, paper, watercolour paints.
Day: Tuesdays
Dates: Oct10,17,24,31, Nov 14,24,28, Dec 5
Registration Fee Memb: $ 120.
Cancellation Deadline: Oct3
Calligraphy
Instructor: Cherryl Moote
Time: 9:30-12:30pm
Non Memb: $150.
4132-1
An opportunity for both beginning and experienced calligraphers to learn & develop the elegant sophisticated italic calligraphic hand, using both lower & upper case letters Bring Osmiroid pen B4 nib, black fountain pen, Ink, ruler,pencil & graft paper. Additional materials may be suggestedat first class.
Day: Wednesdays
Dates: Oct 11,18,25, Nov 1, 15, 22
Registration Fee Memb: $ 75.
Cancellation Deadline: Oct4
Time: 9:30-12:00pm
Non Memb: $90.
ART AN D CRAFTS e Course Descriptions
Acrylics & Oils: Beginner & Continuing
Instructor: James Spencer
4105
A step-by-step acrylic & oil painting course in which you will learn through lecture, demonstration, individual attention & critique, about buying & using materials, drawing, colour mixing & composition. The works of other artists will be shown & discussed. This course is suitable for beginners as well as those with some experience. (Materials approx. $75.) Bring any materials you already have, & pencil & paper.
Day: Thursdays
Dates: Oct 12, 19, 26, Nov 2, 16, 23, 30 Dec 7
Registration Fee Memb: $ 130.
Cancellation Deadline: Oct5
Faux Finishing
Instructor: Wendy Janvrin
Time: 1:00 - 4:00pm
Non Memb: $160.
4144-1
Faux finishes are often featured in magazines and TV decorating programs. Learn to create these elegant, sophisticated wall and floor finishes yourself. Imagine your dining room in a soft rubbed finish that imitates aged fresco or your kitchen with sandstone blocks. Marbling and other fantasy finishes will also be covered. Bring rags, ruler, pencil, plastic tubs, sponge, small roller, 1 1/2 inch latex brush. Other materials included in course fee.
Day: Fridays Time: 9:30 - 12:30pm
Dates: Oct 20, 27, Nov 3
Reglistration Fee Memb: $ 95.
Cancellation Deadline: Oct 13
Corn Husk Dolls
Instructor: Judy Ellen
Non Memb: $110.
QD
2141-2
Corn husk dolls are a native Iroquois craft that you can create and use as fall harvest decorations. The corn husk is used for the skirt and the corn silk for hair. A shawl and a few beads complete the picture. Bring with you straight pins, a towel, scissors, a ruler or measuring tape, needle and thread. Other materials included in course fee.
Day: Friday
Dates: Oct 27
Registration Fee Memb: $ 30.
Cancellation Deadline: Oct 20
Time: 9:30 -12:30pm
Non Memb: $35.
Principles and Elements of Design @ 4145
Instructor: Elaine Gitalis
Good design is the foundation of all art form whether it is flowerarranging, painting, or even landscape design. Developing an eye for good design will help in all these endeavours. In this course you will work on a series of exercises on paper to learn about shape, line, negative and positive space, and more. This course is designed for beginners to help them develop the artist within and experienced artists who want a different persceptive on their work. Bring scissors, glue stick, loose leaf binder & paper, pencil, eraser, ruler, compass, black magic markers (thick & thin).
Day: Thursdays
Dates: Nov 2, 16, 23,30
Registration Fee Memb: $ 75.
Cancellation Deadline: Oct 26
Time: 7:00 - 10:00pm
Non Memb: $90.
ART AN D CRAFTS el Course Descriptions
Paper Making @ 4149-2
Instructor: Ruth Booth
Learn to create your own attractive and unusual papers with materials and equipment from l around your home. Through demonstrations and experimentation youwill learn about equipment, pulp sources, colour, layering, embedding, natural fibres, embossing and sizing. You will go home with several sheets of your own paper as well as ideas for creating more at home. Bring a stiff board (12" X 14"), to carry paper home, items for embedding (pressed flowers, coloured paper, threads), items for embossing (coins, buttons, shapes cut from mat board), an apron, and lunch. Material fee included in registration.
Day: Thursday Time: 9:30- 4:00pm
Dates: Nov2
Registration Fee Memb: $ 52.00
Cancellation Deadline: Oct 26
Introduction to Printing in Watercolours
Instructor: Jilllan Roos-Markowitz
Non Memb: $67.00
4147
Create vibrantly coloured, original art works using various techniques of printing in watercolours working on Plexiglass plates. A press will be used in the class but students will also learn to hand rub and roll their prints. No experience necessary, this course is geared for beginners and more experienced painters who wish to stretch their imagination and work in a medium that encourages experimentation. Bring a newsprint paper pad & any drawing materials you have. Other materials available from instructer at class: $15.
Day: Fridays
Dates: Nov 3, 17, 24, Dec 8, 15
Registration Fee Memb: $ 80.
Cancellation Deadline: Oct 27
Time: 9:30 -12:30pm
Non Memb: $95.
Silk Ribbon Emroidery @
Instructor: Joanne Misener-Allen
4148
The Victorian art of Silk Ribbon Embroidery has been experiencing a revival in the 1990's . This course will introduce you to this needle art. You will learn the basic stitches and in the process create a colourful garden motif on a scissor case which you will take home with you. Silk Ribbon Embroidery has the advantage of being faster and more forgiving than traditional needlepoint. Bring a basic sewing kit, a marking pencil, an emroidery hoop (8" ). Other materials included in the course fee. Please specify whether you want a rose, green or blue background fabric.
Day: Thursdays
Dates: Nov 16, 23
Registration Fee Memb: $ 58.
Cancellation Deadline: Nov9
Time: 1:00 -3:30pm
Non Memb: $73.
ART AND CRAFTS ~ Course Descriptions
Gilding Techniques @ 4144-2
Instructor: Ray Tokarek
Through lecture, demonstration and hands on experience, you will learn the techniques of oil gilding. The course will cover surface preparation (sizing), application of Dutch gold leaf, and antiquing. Your finished product will be a wall sconce or a Christmas ornament which you will take home. You can then use the techniques at home on wood, ceramic, glass and many other surfaces. Course fee includes material cost.
Day: Mondays
Dates: Nov 20, 27, Dec 4
Registration Fee Memb: $ 80.
Cancellation Deadline: Nov 13
Designer Packaging
Instructor: Nan Unsworth
Time: 7:00 - 10:00pm
Non Memb: $95.
Here is an opportunity to learn unique gift wrapping ideas thatwill impress your friends and relatives at any gift giving occasion. Learn to make professional looking bows and unusual packaging. Bring scissors, scraps of ribbon & wool, stapler, spool wire, white craft glue, wrapping & or old wall paper, coffee tin, 3" styrofoam ball, cardboard boxes, notebook, pencil.
Day: Thursday
Dates: Nov 30
Registration Fee Memb: $ 40.
Cancellation Deadline: Nov 23
Time: 9:30 - 3:00pm
Elegant Touches with Rubber Stamping @
Instructor: Cherryl Moote
Non Memb: $50. in class.
4132-1
Rubber stamping has undergone a tremendous transformation in the past year. Combining it with hand made paper, embossing powders or calligraphy, you can create beautiful cards, gift tags and stationary for any special occasion. You will learn a wide variety of decorative techniques and create your own personalized cards and gift tags. Bring a pencil, ruler, exacto knife and colouring tools (pencil crayons or brush markers). Material fee of $5. will be collected
Day: Wednesdays
Dates: Dec6, 13
Registration Fee Memb: $ 40.
Cancellation Deadline: Nov 29
Our Courses ~
Time: 9:30 -12:00pm
Non Memb: $50:
our courses are general interest courses designed to meet the ongoing needs of the community.
» Classes are limited in size so that where appropriate, we offer individual attention.
Our Facilities ~
» Our building is located in the beautiful setting of Edwards Gardens. Many of our lecture rooms have a view of the park and some open directly to landscaped patios.
Parking is easy and FREE.
FLOWER ARRANGING ~ course Descriptions
Flowers Everlasting
Instructor: Carol Clarke Joanne Weber
4117-1
Enjoy your garden flowers year-round. You will learn about growing and caring for flowers suitable for drying, methods of preserving such as airor oven drying, use of glycerine and other desiccants. Make yourown designerwreath or swag (your choice) made up of German statice, roses, delphiniums, hydrangea, and other dried material to complement your home. Bring with you a glue gun and a box to carry the arrangement. Material cost is included in course fee.
Day: Monday Time: 12:30 - 3:30pm
Dates: Oct2
Registration Fee Memb: $ 50.
Cancellation Deadline: Sep 25
Fun With Flowers
Instructor: Shirley Binns
Non Memb: $ 65.
4114-E
Learn how to create lovely floral designs for your home and how to make them last. Through instruction, trial and evaluation, you'll learn or review the basic elements & principles of design, cutting & conditioning, mechanics, container, etc. Bring sharp pruners, low container, pinholder or oasis (all available in Trellis Shop at Centre), 3-5 fresh flowers & 3-5 decorative leaves, 2-4 Interesting shaped branches, newspaper & box (to transport arrangement).
Day: Thursdays
Dates: Oct 5, 12, 19, 26
Registration Fee Memb: $ 65.
Cancellation Deadline: Sep28
Time: 7:.00-10:00pm
Non Memb: $ 80.
lkenobo lkebana: Japanese Flower Arranging
Instructor: Shizuko Kadoguchi
4115
Ella Irving, Mary Balllie
The lkenobo 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 renowned instructor 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 (all available at Centre's Irellis Shop), pencil & notebook. Plant materials available at class approx. $5.
Day: Wednesdays
Dates: Oct 11, 18, 25
Registration Fee Memb: $ 75.
Cancellation Deadline: Oct4
Time: 10am-2:30pm
Non Memb: $ 90.
FLOWER ARRANG'NG ~ Course Descriptions
Sogetsu lkebana: Japanese Flower Arranging
Instructor: Greg Willlams
4131
As in the traditional schools of Ikebana, Sogetsu Ikebana takes a number of years to understand. Beginners will learn the rules concerning basic styles and techniques of arrangement and their variations. Many students who have studied at the Centre, come to realize that the artist becomes only truly free through mastery of the basics. Therefore this course also offers the opportunity for more advanced students to develop their skills.
Day: Mondays Time: 10:00 -1:00pm
Dates: Oct 16, 23,30, Nov 20, 27, Dec 4
Registration Fee Memb: $ 100.
Cancellation Deadline: Oct2
Flowers For The Home
Instructor: Ella Irving
Non Memb: $ 115.
4114
Creating even the simplest floral arrangement requires an understanding of the elements and principles of design. Through demonstration and practice, you will learn as you create table centrepieces, smaller informal designs and even hostess gifts. Learn about colour harmonies thatwill best suit your home decor. This course is suitable for beginners and advanced students alike. Bring a container of your choice and appropriate plant material (5-36" branches, 5-7 flower blooms of varied maturity, few leaves). Other materials needed (available in Irellis Shop) are : pinholder, stickum, clippers, oasis, notebook.
Day: Wednesdays
Dates: Nov 15, 22, 29
Registration Fee Memb: $ 60.
Cancellation Deadline: Nov 8
Williamsburg Revisited
Time: 9:30-12:00pm
Non Memb: $ 75.
4117-2
Instructor: Carol Clarke Joanne Weber
If you were inspired by last year's Williamsburg Christmas demonstration, and wish to create your own arrangement, this course is for you. You will be shown how to create a design using a tree cone and then work on one yourself using a variety ofdried fruit, nuts and greens, which will make your creation long lasting. Fresh arrangements will also be demonstrated. You will also make an old fashioned pomander ball to hang on your tree. All materials are included in the course fee including tree cone worth $30.
Day: Wednesday
Dates: Nov29
Registration Fee Memb: § 80.
Cancellation Deadline: Nov 22
Time: 12:30- 4:00pm
Non Memb: $ 95.
GAR D EN | NG ~ Course
Creating Drama with Foliage
Instructor: Marion Jarvie
4120-2
After the flowers are gone, the foliage in gardens becomes the focus of attention with wonderful reds, oranges and yellows. Learn to maximize the effect of foliage in your garden not only to create a spectacular fall showing but also to create interest all year round. Different plant material with unique foliage from trees to shrubs to perennials will be discussed.
Day: Monday
Dates: Sep 18
Registration Fee Memb: $ 23.
Cancellation Deadline: Sep 11
Pruning Particulars: Workshop Fieldtrip
Instructor: Anne Marle Van Nest
Time: 7:00 - 9:30pm
Non Memb: $ 28.
4168
Debunk old pruning ways. Learn what, why, when and how of pruning. By lecture and on site demonstration, the principles of pruning will be shown for all applications including training young trees, topiary, evergreens, espalier and more. Wear confortable shoes for fieldtrip in Edwards Gardens.
Day: Thursday
Dates: Sep21
Registration Fee Memb: $ 25.
Cancellation Deadline: Sep 14
Plant Care on Location / Fieldtrip
Instructor: Marlon Jarvie
Time: 1:00 - 3:30pm
Non Memb: $ 30.
4120-4
Plan a visit to Marion's exemplary garden rain or shine where she will demonstrate key maintenance routines such as mulching, pruning, cutting back, wrapping and otherwinter protection. Experience first hand Marion's flairat garden design. Meet at 37 Thornheights Rd. Thornhill (near Yonge, south of Hwy 7). Wear suitable gardening/weather gear.
Day: Saturday Time: 1:00 - 3:30pm
Dates: Sep23
Registration Fee Memb: $ 23.
Cancellation Deadline: Sep 16
Designing
with Bulbs
Instructor: Andrea Pristl
Non Memb: $ 28.
4138
Learn to create a spectacular spring display of bulbs and bulb-like plants (both spring and summer). This course will focus on the design element of planting bulbs in harmonious colour combinations, textures and shapes as well as combining bulbs with other plant material. Some tips on planting and growing will also be discussed.
Day: Monday
Dates: Sep 25
Registration Fee Memb: $ 23.
Cancellation Deadline: Sep 18
Time: 7:30 - 9:30pm
Non Memb: $ 28.
GAR DEN I NG o Course Descriptions
Landscape Design For The Homeowhner 4102-1
Instructor:
Manita Brug-Chmielenska
For serious garden planners, this landscape design course is specifically oriented toward the urban, small garden owner--NOT more than 4000 sq. ft. You will learn techniques of design, developing a plan, drawing a base design (including location of plant, recreational & decorative sites), colour, texture, dimension etc. (Choice ofspecificplants & "plantscaping , are NOTincludedin this course.) Students must do some basic homework. Bring pencils, eraser & scale ruler, if possible. (Other materials included at cost in Regis. Fee)
Day: Tuesdays
¥ Time: 6:30 - 9:30pm
Dates: Sep 26, Oct 3, 10,17,24, 31
Registration Fee Memb: $ 110.
Cancellation Deadline: Sept 19
Basic Gardening
Instructor: Frank Kershaw
Non Memb: $ 140.
A condensed gardening course for those interested in how to make the garden a year-round attraction. Learn what plants to plantwhere and when, whatconditions are needed for optimum performance and long term survival. The course will follow nature's cycle of the seasons, with the firstclass focusing on Fall and Winter and the second on Spring and Summer. A wide assortment of plants will be discussed including annuals, perennials, bulbs, grasses, trees and shrubs. This coursewill be of particular interest to beginners and new home owners.
Day: Wednesday
Dates: Sep 27, Oct 11
Registration Fee Memb: $ 45.
Cancellation Deadline: Sep22
Time: 7:30-9:30pm
Non Memb: $ 55.
Exploring Toronto Landscapes @ 4102-2
Instructor: Anna Leggatt
As controversial as it may be, Cumberland Park is still a great learning experience as it combines various landscape designs from very modern to natural wildflower. You will geta comprehensive tour of the many facets of this garden . As well, you will visit Queen's Park Xeriscape Garden. Designed as partof the Water Efficient Ontario Strategy , this model garden has over 140 drought- tolerant shrubs and perennials. Meet at the Rock in Cumberland Park (Bay street Subway stop , Cumberiand street exit)
Day: Saturday
Dates: Sep30
Registration Fee Memb: $ 20.
Cancellation Deadline: Sep23
Time: 9:30 - 12:00pm
Non Memb: $ 25.
GAR D EN | NG o~ Course Descriptions
Winterproofing your Garden
Instructor: Marion Jarvie
4120-1
This comprehensive course will teach you necessary techniques for overwintering roses, rhodos, vines, perennials and many other plant material. Lawn maintenance, soil care, mulching, tying up and covering are just some of the techniques you will learn. Bring to this class any particular problem you may have.
Day: Mondays
Dates: Oct 2, 16
Registration Fee Memb: $ 45.
Cancellation Deadline: Sep 25
Planning Indoor Bloom
Instructor: Barb Gomme
Time: 7:00- 9:30pm
Non Memb: $ 55.
4179
Indoor plants have a blooming calendarjust as outdoor plants do. Find out how you can keep something in bloom in your house throughout thewinter. Learn when to start paperwhites and amarylis, how to force bulbs indoors, how to make your hibiscus or Christmas cactus bloom again. Learn about other exciting blooming plants as well.
Day: Thursdays
Dates: Oct 12, 19
Registration Fee Memb: $ 45.
Cancellation Deadline: Oct 5
Fall Propagation
Instructor: Martin Galloway
Time: 1:00- 3:30pm
Non Memb: $ 55.
4125
An integral part in the preparation of next year's garden, propagation is something anybody can learn, although some gardening experience is helpful. Itis invaluable knowledge for any serious gardener -- not to mention the unlimited financial & personal satisfaction gained. You will be shown the practical techniques of multiplying bulbs, perennials and your favourite shrubs, trees, conifers, and vines.
Day: Wednesday
Dates: Oct 18
Registration Fee Memb: $ 23.
Cancellation Deadline: Oct 11
Gardens of the World: France
Instructor: Jim St. Marie
Time: 7:00 - 9:30pm
Non Memb: $ 28.
QD +169-1
Take an armchair travel tour through 12 public and private home gardens of France at the height of the spring flush of rose bloom, including Versailles palace and gardens, the world's oldest public rose garden in Paris and Claude Monet's restored garden at Giverny. Also included will be Swiss farm house gardens and Count Bernadote's Mainou Island. Over 280 slides and comments from Jim St. Marie, international garden writer and traveller.
Day: Wednesday Time: 7:30 - 9:00pm
Dates: Oct 25
Registration Fee Memb: $ 23. or $60. for 4169-1+2+3
Cancellation Deadline: Oct 18
Non Memb: $ 28.
Gardens of the World: England & Wales YYD 4169-2
Instructor: Jim St. Marie
England is a garden lover's paradise. Let Jim St. Marie guide you through some of the finest while on a colour slide tour of the world famous Chelsea Flower Show, Kew and Wisley Gardens as well as five private, three castle, two royal and four educational gardens ( many during the height of the rhododendron and azalea blooming period). Many of these gardens can only be seen on a private tour.
Day: Wednesday
Dates: Nov1
Registration Fee Memb: $ 23. or $60. for4169-1+2+3
Cancellation Deadline: Oct 25
Time: 7:30 - 9:00pm
Non Memb: § 28.
Lotions and Potions @ 4104
Instructor: Joanne Mallouk Baird
Before the advent of modem medicine, plant material was the major source of remedy for all ailments. Botany and medicine were one discipline. This course will cover the history of herbology as practiced by the Chinese, East Indians, and American Indians. You will also learn how to grow, gather, preserve and process herbs used in the 8 classical systems of herbology as well as dosages and contraindications. Get instructions and recipes and make your own beauty cream to take home. Bring an empty face cream jar and lunch.
Day: Friday Time: 9:30 - 3:30pm
Dates: Nov3
Registration Fee Memb: $ 42.
Cancellation Deadline: Nov 27
Designing a Shrub Border
Instructor: Marion Jarvie
Non Memb: $ 52.
4120-3
How to plant shrubs and small trees foroutstanding and continuous colour, texture, & form, from April through November. Consideration will be given to all types of sites ( including hot, dry, shady), maximizing placement, complimentary & beneficial combinations, incorporating ground covers (including new prostate roses), & planting to encourage birds & butterflies.
Day: Mondays
Dates: Nov 13, 20
Registration Fee Memb: $ 45.
Cancellation Deadline: Nov6
Orchid Growing |
Instructor: Wayne Hingston
Time: 7:00 - 10:00pm
Non Memb: $ 55.
4137-1
For beginners, enjoy the beauty of these exquisite & rewarding plants (which stay in bloom an average of 2 months) in your home on awindow sill. Through lecture, film, slides and plant examples, you will learn the basics about the orchid family ( there are 25,000 species and 85,000 hybrids),and how to care for them.
Day: Tuesdays
Dates: Nov 14, 21
Registration Fee Memb: $ 45. ($75. for | &ll)
Cancellation Deadline: Nov7
Time: 7:00 - 9:30pm
Non Memb: § 55.
GAR DEN l NG o~ Course Descriptions
Gardens of the World: Bermuda & the Caribbean 4169-3
Instructor: Frank Kershaw
Bermuda is a semi-tropical paradise blessed with a long growing season & many dedicated gardeners. Plants from Australia, South Africa and the southern U.S. thrive in Bermuda's unique climate and add to its horticultural diversity. Similarly, The Caribbean Basin offers a paradise of tropical plants particularly bromeliads and orchids. Join Frank Kershaw on this slide lecture show of 25 spectacular gardens. Learn about plant collections & garden design.
Day: Wednesday Time: 7:30 - 9:30pm
Dates: Nov 15
Registration Fee Memb: $ 23. or $60. for 4169-1+2+3 Non Memb: $ 28.
Cancellation Deadline: Nov8
The Healing Garden QD> 4160
Instructor: Mitchell Hewson
Gardening and other forms of horticulture provide tremendous physical and psychological rewards. Mr. Hewson will speak on the growth and therapeuticdynamics of horticulture as a therapy. A growing interest in this field has led to the development of many new tools such as light units on wheels to make gardening accessible to anyone. Learn how horticulture is used in institutions and homes for the elderly to improve quality of life, speed up healing, relieve stress.
Day: Wednesday Time: 7:30 - 9:00pm
Dates: Nov22
Registration Fee Memb: $ 23.
Non Memb: $ 28. Cancellation Deadline: Nov 15
Orchid Growing I |
Instructor: Wayne Hingston
4137-2
A continuation of basics with emphasis on care and maintenance . Best remedies for pests, disease and possible problems will be covered. A detailed discussion of specific Genera and their particular growing conditions will help you in selecting plants bestsuited for your home.
Day: Tuesdays Time: 7:00 - 9:30pm
Dates: Nov 28, Dec 5
Registration Fee Memb: $ 45. ($75.for 1&1l) Non Memb: $ 55. Cancellation Deadline: Nov 21
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The Second Marsh: Fieldtrip
Instructor: Michael Biro
Course Descriptions
4162
A birding expedition at the Second Marsh in Oshawa, guided by this professional wildlife biologist. The focus will be on rare & unusual birds which can be seen in a protected marsh area. Those who have some basic knowledge can test itwith the expert. Wear suitable all-weather walking gear. Meet in.the General Motors parking lot at the entrance of the Second Marsh. Call course coordinator for directions.
Mary Balillie who studied in Japan, is a qualified teacher of Ikenobo lkebana, Judge & Demonstrator of Floral Design accredited by the Garden Clubs of Ontario, Judge of Horticulture accredited by the Royal Botanical Gardens, & Rose Judge accredited by the Canadian Rose Society.
Shirley Binns studied flower arranging at the Civic Garden Centre, in Japan, & has been arranging flowers & extensively gardening for 10 years. She is an accredited Rose Judge & is currently studying to become a Decorative Judge. Shirley has competed in world flower shows--one in Paris France, & had an arrangement published in the Canadian FlowerArranger. She is a member of Milne House Garden Club.
Micheal Biro wildlife biologist, high school biology & French teacher, co-author of Atlas of the Breeding Birds of Ontarig, (1987), has spent 17 years studying the nesting behaviour of the Wood Duck & banding thousands of forest birds. He had been speaking for 15 years to groups, both small & large, on related subjects.
Ruth Booth is a freelance lettering artist and paper-maker. From her studio in her Mississauga home, she creates her hand made paper which is sold at the Japanese Paper Place as well as shops and shows in the Toronto area. She has been teaching papermaking and calligraphy for He Peel Board of Education, Neilson Park Creative Centre and the Calligraphic Arts Guild of Toronto.
Manita Brug-Chmielenska, BA (hons), Post Dip. LA (Edin), ALI (Gt Brit), OALA (Can). Although residential landscape design is her first love, Manita has had her own interior/exterior landscape design, display systems, artist/designer promotion & consulting business since 1982. Her experience is global & includes environmental & resources assessment. Manita is also a Master Gardener.
Lynda Bryden, B.A., attended Toronto Teachers' College & has studied art with well known Toronto artists. An experienced teacher, Lynda has given watercolour classes for many years atthe Centre where she is also ajuror forexhibitions. She conducts summerworkshops in Baysville & has participated in group & juried shows.
Carol Clarke and Joanne Weber have been drying flowers together since becoming friends 10 years ago. In 1988 they formed a partnership called "Victorian Gardens". Known as "the ladies with the snips , they are fortunate enough to have access to several prize gardens in southern Ontario to glean extra special flowers for theirfresh & dried creations. Supplying Crabtree & Evelyn with their drieds, they also design fresh arrangements for offices, shops, homes & weddings.
Liliana Delrisarri 's columbian origins are reflected in her art. She completed her art studies at the University of Nantes in France and then in Toronto at the Toronto School ofArt. She specializes in oil painting, silkscreen print and papier mache. Her work has been exhibited since 1986 in various galleries and art shows (W.O.M.A.D. Festival, Harbourfront, McMicheal Gallery). She is currently the artist in residence at Sunnylea Junior Public School.
Americo Del Col graduated in Graphic & Fine Arts, studied with Doris McCarthy, Charles Goldhammer & Robert Ross. After a successful career in graphic arts, he is painting & teaching, focusing on Canadian landscape, watercolour & figures. He has had many one-man shows & is represented in private & corporate collections in England, Germany, Australia & Canada.
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Judy Ellen graduated BSc, Beloit College, Wisconsin & MSc,Temple University, Philadelphia. Afterworking with clay for many years, she changed to basket making in 1987. Judy has exhibited in many shows throughout Canada, participates in Master Workshops & is currently co-chairman of the Basketry Network.
Martin Galloway, BSc (hons) Biology U of Guelph, BEd. Environmental Science U of T, MSc Ecology U of T, & currently teaches sciences at Seneca College & horticulture courses at Durham College. Martin has had his own business in perennial & bedding plant production supplying garden centres, parks departments, wholesale nurseries etc., for 20 years. He belongs to numerous science & natural history organizations & can be seen on Harrowsmith Country Life on the Life Network.
Elaine Gitalis, graduate of the Ontario College of Art & Ontario Teacher's College, Elaine has specialized professionally in drawing and painting, textiles, and fashion jewelry. Her extensive teaching background in community colleges, public and private schools, her list of juried and non juried shows, representation in corporate collections & published works are extensive. She is a member of the Society of Canadian Artists and newly elected to the Colour and Form Society among others.
Barb Gomme, BA (hons) U of T; Dipl. Horticulture (Niagara College), Dipl. Recreational Leadership (Centennial College). Barb has worked for many years in the garden centre industry. She has enjoyed teaching horticultural classes in the public education system. Barb has her own business in interior & exterior horticulture with a special interest in landscape design & pruning. She is also a Master Gardener volunteerat the Centre.
Mitchell Hewson, HTM was the first Registered Horticultural Therapist to practice in Canada. He has developed a large Horticultural Therapy Program at the Homewood Health Centre in Guelph. He has published a book , Horticulture as Therapy, as well as many papers and articles on the subject. He was awarded the Alice Burlingame Humanitarian Service Award for his work, and is currently the Chairman of the Canadian Horticultural Therapy Association.
Wayne Hingston, Bsc, MEd, has been teaching high school science for 20 years and is currently Department Head at Pine Ridge Secondary School in Pickering. An avid orchid grower for 15 years, Wayne has more than 5000 varieties & 500 species of his own. He has also been President of the Southern Ontario Orchid Society since 1989.
Ella Irving has had thirty years of entering competitions, studying for accreditation, judging & teaching flower design, in North America, Japan & the U.K. In addition to her continuous work in many other styles, she has been a full professor in Ikebana floral art since 1988.
Wendy Janvrin is a well known Toronto muralist who had been practicing visual trickery with paint for many years. Her trompe l'oeil artworks bring nature inside, depicting English country gardens, jungles or picture windows with a view. Under the name of Romantics by Avalon, she designs lively interiors for private clients as well as offices all over North America, Britain and Japan.
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Marlon Jarvie , after 11 years as a nursery horticulturist, started her own landscape consultancy over 9 years ago. She has been teaching in the field for many years at George Brown College & the Civic Garden Centre as well as lecturring throughout North America. Marion travels extensively to discover & gather new & relevant plant information to add to her already vast repetoire & incorporate into practical applications. She has been Program Chairman of the Ontario Rock Garden Society for 8 years.
Shizuko Kadoguchl has the highest qualifications in lkenobo in North America. In addition, she has the honourable distinction of being awarded the name "Hosui"-sweet essence by Headmaster Senei lkenobo. She has been leaming lkebana for over 60 years & teaching for 33 years in the U.S., Jamaica, Canada, Japan, assisted Senei lkenobo & demonstrated for the Consul General of Japan.
Susan Kee graduated AOCA majoring in fine art & printmaking. She has had her own business For Paint's Sake, doing floorcloths on commission since 1984. Susan has taught at various educational institutions throughout Toronto & has shown in most major craft shows. Her work is represented in the Museum of Civilization & the Ontario Crafts Council.
Frank Kershaw has been Director of Planning, Research & Construction Division, for Dept. of Parks & Property Metro Toronto, for over 20 years. Graduated BA (hons), MSc in Urban & Regional Planning, Diploma in Horticulture, & Certificate in Landscape Architecture, he is a recognized leader in natural landscapes in North America & has done numerous publications & lectures on related subjects.
Anna Leggatt, Bsc Botany, Dipl. of Nature Interpretation, & is working on a Diploma in Horticulture. She taught high school Biology & Chemistry, currently teaches at East York Board of Education & Garden Clubs, is a nature interpreter for the Kortright Centre, Toronto Field Naturalists and McMichael Gallery. She is a Master Gardener, edits Ontario Rock Garden Society Journal and writes for various publications including Trellis.
Joanna Mallouk Baird has spent a lifetime in the search of the "elixir of life" . Judging by her spark and vitality, she seems to have found it. Her accomplishments are many. A registered nurse, she has worked in public health, education, occupational therapy and palliative care since she immigrated to Canada in 1955. She founded Canada's first camp for the developmentally handicapped and the first licensed day-care centre in Dufferin county. Most recently, she earned an MSc in Botanic Pharmacy from the University of London, England.
Joanne Misener-Allen was formerly a Staff Development Trainer in the business world. She has, over the past 3 years, combined her teaching skills with her love of fabrics. Joanne teaches children and adults through the Durham Board of Education and through her local quilt shop, the Old Silver Thimble. Her love of quilting has introduced her to the art of Silk Ribbon Embroidery. She is also a member of the York Heritage Quilter's Guild.
Cherryl Moote, BA, BEd, has taught both adults & children for many years. She studied calligraphy with renowned calligraphers ie. Sheila Waters, Calligrapher to the Queen. Cherryl runs her graphic design company Moote Points, & exhibits frequently. She is active in the Calligraphic Arts Guild of Toronto where she assists publishing theirjournal The Legible Scribble.
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Andrea Pristl was born and educated in Germany. She graduated from Die Landwirtshaftliche Hochschule Stuttgartwith a degree in horticulture. Since coming to Canada eight years ago, she has set up a successful landscape design company that specializes in English gardens. Her gardens have been featured in garden tours and have won awards.
Maureen Robbins trained at the Haliburton School, Cedar Ridge Arts Centre, Basketry Network, Marilyn Gannon, & Basketry Focus Harborfront. She teaches basketry techniques at her private studio, community colleges, service & related associations. Maureen has exhibited in juried shows & maintains her affiliation with The Basketry Network.
Jilllan Roos-Markowitz, SCA, studied with the Franklin Carmichael Art Group & the Three Schools of Art & continues to attend workshops & seminars. Jillian has been teaching for several years. Herwork has received awards in many juried shows & is included in private & corporate collections in Canada, England, the U.S., Australia, Bahamas & Hong Kong. Besides serving on many boards, Jillian is Editor of the Society of Canadian Artists' newsletter.
James "Sandy" Spencer attended Acadia University & then graduated AOCA, from whence he was sent on scholarship to study in Europe. His Wolfville Nova Scotia roots, are apparent in the detail & light reflected in his work. Several large paintings are in the National Gallery permanent collection & many others in major galleries, corporations & publications across Canada. Sandy has taught for 27 years at such institutions as the Banff School & U. of T.
Jim St. Marle is a garden writer and broadcaster. For many years he directed and produced a weekly network gardening program for CBC-TV. Currently he writes a weekly gardening column for the Kitchener Record. Along with his wife Lorraine, he has hosted several successful garden tours to Europe, the Caribbean , New Zealand and Fiji.
Ray Tokarek has worked as a museum conservator for the R.O.M. for over 15 years and has conserved a wide variety of gilded objects. Much of his work can be seen in public museums throughout Canada. He has perfected the craft of gilding by studying with other gilders in Canada, Europe and U.S.A.
Nan Unsworth's interest in decorative packaging started with making paper sculptures to decorate her church . She used the techniques to develop interesting packaging designs. Nan has a long affiliation with the Civic Garden Centre and Milne House. She has given many workshops and demonstrations and is an accredited judge in flower arranging.
Anne Marie Van Nest graduated from the Niagara Parks School of Horticulture,and holds a Diploma in Horticulture from the University of Guelph. Anne Marie is the Manager of Horticultural Services at the Centre. Most of us are not only very familiarwith her work, but also her informative articles in Trellis. She is a National Director for Region VIl (Canada & International) for the Garden Writers' Association of America.
Greg Willlams currently holds the Jonin Somu degree - Sogetsu School. He is a member of the Sogetsu Teachers' Association, was instrumental in establishing Toronto Chapter 108 of Ikebana International, was founding President & is Honourary Advisor. He has assisted the Lemoto of the Sogetsu School Hiroshi Teshigahara in demonstrations & exhibitions, & shows worldwide.
Special Education Event for Fall 1995
the Sixth Great Canadian Gardening Conference
October 26 to 30
Gardening naturally: artand craft of the natural garden
The concept of the natural garden will be discussed by wellknown garden experts from England, the US and Canada. Speakers will look at the use of both native and exotic plant material in large and small scale gardens. Participants will discoverthe ecological principles used in the creation of plant communities and habitats. Learn the newest and the best in plant material and design that will help you to garden naturally!
The Program:
Friday: dinner at the Inn on the Park guest speaker: Des Kennedy conference at the Civic Garden Centre
Saturday: speakers: Ann Lovejoy, Bob Osborne
Neil Diboll, Judy Glattstein
Sunday: speakers: Lauren Springer, Ken Druse
Roy Lancaster, speakers round table
Monday: the experts stay on labs and lectures for special interest: Judy Glattstein on waterscaping
Ken Druse on garden photography
3 D landscape computer program
Roy Lancaster on exotic plant collecting
For more information and a brochure, contact The Civic Garden Centre
~ REGISTRATION FALL 1995 ~
In order to assess the financial viability of running any of our courses, we must rely on ADVANCE REGISTRATION.
Procedures:
Upon our receipt of the Registration Fee, students will be registered ona firstcomeffirst-served basis. Fees may be paid by mail, phone or in person by Visa, Mastercard, cheque or cash. No confirmation of registration will be sent out, so please make note of the courses for which you have registered.
Cancellation, Notification and Refunds:
Full refunds will be made for cancellation of registration PRIOR to the Cancellation Deadline only. There will be no refund issued after that date,
Should a course be cancelled, registrants will be notified by telephone between 9am & 5pm following expiration of the Cancellation Deadline, and a refund issued. The Centre is unable to take responsibility for notification of cancellation where a registrant has not provided a phone number at which (s)he can be reached Monday to Friday and between 9am and 5pm.
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