Year: 2025
We have made it through the autumn harvests and Halloween, and now look forward to Thanksgiving and the winter holidays. Garden clubs have been busy putting gardens to bed and preparing for their holiday decorating and celebrations. September and October
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It has been a busy summer, especially with a late start to planting. I’ve been trying to keep up with weeds and deadheading at home while visiting several open gardens. In July, we had the pleasure of visiting some fantastic
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Hello from Harpswell! I am delighted (if not a bit intimidated!) to take on the responsibilities that come with being president of the Garden Club Federation of Maine. In the way of introductions, I have been gardening since I was
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It’s hard to believe it’s already 2025 and my two-year term as your President is ending. Thank you for the privilege of being your leader – I have learned a tremendous amount about what your clubs are doing and all
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Although I’m writing this in the middle of a nice, gentle snowstorm, I know it will be March by the time you read this. And we’ll all be itching to do something to get ready for the coming growing season.
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Now more than ever, ensuring that our gardening practices and educational programs address the changing climate is essential. Climate change is upon us. Given anticipated changes in the next several years, efforts to combat it will not be a priority
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