Sacandaga Garden Club: 2015

Monday, October 19, 2015

Sacandaga Garden Club News

Leaves, leaves, leaves! Living in the Sacandaga area we are truly blessed in the autumnal season to be surrounded by nature's array of glorious colors. Dazzling vistas of gold, burnt orange, vibrant reds and various shades of green can take your breath away and even bring "leaf-peepers" from far and wide to view the beauty. However, the scenic wonder soon fades away and many of us are now faced with the daunting task of raking those leaves, leaves, leaves!

The members of the Sacandaga Garden Club were recently treated to a presentation about leaves but it was not about the leaves I just described. Rather Liz Gee a Master Gardener and club president of the Schuylerville Garden Club offered a demonstration entitled "Leaf Manipulation in a Floral Design". Liz shared with members many of her award winning floral designs utilizing the leaves of some common house plants. She showed those gathered how leaves can be woven into interesting backdrops for arrangements. By making parallel cuts in large leaves, she made delicate fan-like structures that added a unique appearance to the design that she created. Members eyes were opened to the possibilities of what one could do with plant leaves. And just as the leaves of autumn can be breathtaking, Liz Gee proved that the leaves of the houseplant also have a special beauty of their own.

Following the presentation members utilized the experience of our very own Master Gardeners, Barbara Henry and Margreet Monster. Both ladies fielded a wide variety of questions and offered advice as to the care of our gardens. We are fortunate to have such skilled gardeners in our midst who readily share their expertise. A brief business was held and plans were announced for the Club's upcoming luncheon and auction at Lanzi's on the Lake.

Respectfully submitted by:

Bette Flynn