EVERY - The Bulletin Magazine

SUMMER UPDATE...
By Anne Hill
hort happenings
Congratulations to the 50 gardeners (listed in this
issue, pg. 31), who have been awarded the Thumbs Up
signs, which have sprung up in front gardens. The
judges from MAGHS had the delightful job of touring
all of East Gwillimbury making decisions based on
what they saw that day. The gardens have been
spectacular this year. Hostas in particular look
wonderful as the hot dry spell in early spring seems to
have killed the slugs. Have you noticed that some of the
magnolia trees are blooming for a second time?
This is the time of year when I revel in daylilies
(pictured). My garden glows with dozens of varieties
from the palest cream to
deep, deep reds and
purples, many with
contrasting markings
within the flower. Each
flower only lasts a day, but
the plant produces fresh
blooms each morning.
Another favourite of mine
is the evening primrose
sometimes known as a
moonflower. Its bud pops
open over the course of an
hour or so in the evening to
a dramatic yellow flower.
Last week several of our
members participated in a
plant rescue, saving native
plants from a woodlot which will be completely
destroyed by the extension of Highway 404. Some of
these plants have a new home in the woodland area of
the Literacy Garden at the Holland Landing
Community Centre.
You’re invited to join us at our flower show and third
annual member and community appreciation event on
Tuesday, August 17, from 6:30pm – 8:30pm at the
Mount Albert Community Centre, Main Street, Mount
Albert. The United Church ladies will provide the
refreshments - this is always a treat. This year we’ve
added an invitational competition for area florists to
strut their stuff. The florists have generously agreed to
donate their creations as part of the silent auction.
Prepare to be dazzled!
As the summer winds down some of our perennials are
ready to be divided. These excellent plants will be
available to you at our Fall
Plant and Bake Sale to be
held at the Sharon Temple
on Saturday, September
11 from 10 am – noon.
Fall is an excellent time
to plant.
Have you seen the
warnings about giant
hogweed in York Region?
This is a huge, highly
toxic plant, up to 5 meters
tall, “like Queen Anne’s
Lace on steroids”. If you
think you’ve seen it, do
not touch it; call the
Invading Species Hotline
at 1-800-563-7711.
Who are we? We are an enthusiastic and friendly
group of gardeners who welcome guests and new
members. For more information, please contact
905-478-8450 or check out our website at
http://www.gardenontario.org/site.php/mountalbert
16 The Bulletin | August 2010 www.thebulletinmagazine.com