GARDEN CLUB NEWS
If you're interested in learning more about the Garden Club, or attending a meeting, please contact Donna Wright, Membership Chairperson at 210.601.0136.
GOALS OF THE GARDEN CLUB
• Educate members about gardening, landscaping, conservation of natural resources and beautification of the Hidden Forest community through seminars and field trips.
• Make and sell the 700 Christmas bows that decorate the Hidden Forest neighborhood every year.
1. Maintain the flower beds at the entrance to the neighborhood and the center median.
2. Help the HOA with planting choices for other beds when needed.
3. Select and recognize a Yard of the Month in the Forest for March through October. This encourages everyone to maintain their yards and keeps the Forest looking great.
4. Plant trees in memory of our members.
5. Participate in the HOA Fall Festival.
Some of the activities planned for the remainder of 2019 and next year include:
1. Speakers on attracting butterflies to your garden, pollinators and native plants, making herb wreaths, tablescape designs, using moss and making spring floral arrangements.
2. Field trips to Castroville, Shades of Green Nursery with a class, and a boat ride to see the fall foliage on the River walk.
Our meeting information will be listed in this newsletter each month, so be sure to check back for details and join us when you can!
GARDENING TIPS
May Gardening Tips from the "Old Farmer's Almanac"
According to the Farmer's Almanac, Organic gardening is as popular as ever, and the methods we use play a critical role in our health and the health of the planet. There are many different all-natural fertilizers that you can use in your garden or with potting soil. Some of these fertilizer scan be made or collected at home using common items from your pantry or your backyard.
Continue to plant heat-loving herbs, including basil, oregano, sage, Mexican tarragon, and rosemary.
Watch out for insects devouring your plants, especially tomatoes.
Water early in the morning and deeply, avoiding leaves.
Fertilize your annual and perennial flower beds.
Remove any dead flowers from your plants to encourage new growth.
Plant annuals that can take the summer heat, such as angelonia, wax begonia, and ornamental pepper.
Plant bulbs for a summer of color, including early- to late-blooming varieties of daylilies.
Take your houseplants outdoors to help rejuvenate them. Check them for any diseases or insects.
Newly planted shrubs require special attention. Be sure to keep them well watered and mulch around them.
Keep your lawn healthy by watering, fertilizing with control-released nitrogen, and mowing regularly to prevent pests.
Mow your lawn at recommended heights (St. Augustine and Bahia: 3'' to 4''; Centipede: 1.5'' to 2''; Dwarf St. Augustine: 2.5'').
Finish pruning spring-flowering trees and shrubs after they bloom. Lightly prune azaleas.
Be sure to check your plants for any diseases or insects; treat them when necessary.
"Planting seeds in your garden is like planting thoughts in your mind. Nourish the good ones and pull out the weeds"
- LeAura Alderson
MOM'S CLUB
Are you interested in starting a Mom's Club in the neighborhood? There has been lots of interest. Contact the office and we'll help you get one started!
CLASSIC CAR CLUB
If you are interested in being involved in a Classic Car Club, please contact Ronnie Gray. It is not necessary to own your own classic car to join.
HIDDEN FOREST OFFICE
Phone: 210.494.0711
Fax: 210.494.5327
Tuesday & Thursday
9:30 - 2:30 pm
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