Gardens
of Yorkshire
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| Tony Cleaver: Popular speaker and talented flower arranger |
There
could be nothing better on a damp, grey afternoon than a talk by Tony Cleaver on a selection of large
and small gardens from all over the Yorkshire region. The presentation was illustrated by stunning photos
which took us through the year; some shots of the flowers entailed Tony lying full
length on the ground on a duvet! That’s
dedication. We learnt about the history
of the gardens and heard many anecdotes.
Tony even told us who provides the best afternoon tea! I have a list of gardens I aim to visit next
year at the time they are in their prime.
Maybe we can even go on a Friday Forum trip.
Jill
brought to our attention a recent article in the Guardian. Read it here, and let us know your thoughts.
Display
Table
Considering
that we are now in November, there was a colourful display on the table from
the gardens of various members. Plenty of ideas for Autumn interest in our gardens next year.
Reminder
for the Late Autumn Show of the Paxton Horticultural Society
Going
by the last show which was a very lively and successful event, we are anticipating
great things at the Autumn Show.
This
will take place on 23rd November with the judging of the
Chrysanthemums, Fruit and Vegetables, Flower Arranging, Pot Plants and Cookery
and Crafts classes at 12 noon. The show
will then be open to the public from 2.00 – 4.30 pm when there are refreshments
and a tombola. Contact Graham Wheatley
on 0113 2563055 for further details.
Update
·
The
Bring and Buy sale proved profitable and we are grateful for Margaret and Carl
for the jam and cream they provided for the celebration cream tea.
·
Membership
numbers are being maintained.
·
Friends
of Paxton are meeting at midday on 4 November, but if anyone can’t make it but
is willing to offer their DIY or caretaking skills at another time, please let us
know.
Next Meeting
The annual Membership Fee for 2014 of £11.00 can be paid from now until end December
The
Friday Forum meets on the 1st and 3rd Fridays of each month at 1.30pm at the
Paxton Hall. Paxton Horticultural
Society is located at 186, Kirkstall Lane, Leeds LS5 2AB. The
meetings are split between hands-on sessions, guest speakers and garden visits.
A regular feature is the "Plant Table" where members are invited to
bring their plants for discussion and advice.
Another feature is the "Sales Table where members bring plants and
cuttings and produce they have
grown to sell at a small cost to help the club funds. For further information, please use the comments box or log on to https://sites.google.com/site/paxtonhorticulturalsocietycouk/Home
We will discuss bulbs of all kinds; not just
tulips and daffodils. Contributions of tips and advice from members will
be invaluable. We are also going to cover hardwood cuttings and perhaps
flower arrangements for the Christmas season.
There will be something for everyone!
grown to sell at a small cost to help the club funds. For further information, please use the comments box or log on to https://sites.google.com/site/paxtonhorticulturalsocietycouk/Home
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