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President: Sandy Sexton
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 PATIENT GARDENING Mother Nature’s harsh winter left many of us wondering about the condition and survival of our plants and shrubs. When spring arrived, we learned that by being patient most of our plants had survived and thrived far better that we might have imagined. The winter teaches us patience with the promise of spring and new growth. To be good gardeners we must have patience. Patience is required when we plant a seed. It takes time for the seed to sprout and grow into a beautiful plant. Patience is also required for studying and learning what conditions are required for our plants to prosper. Patience is learned through trial and error. A plant or shrub will do well in one area of the garden and not do well in another area. We need patience to try again. During the coming year, we will try to incorporate the theme of “Patient Gardening” in our programs and activities. We have a year of exciting and informative programs in store for you. Each month we will hear from an expert in his or her field including horticulture, conservation, and floral design. We have planned outings to explore nurseries in our area and workshops for hands-on experience in gardening and floral design. September kicks off our year with a program on orchids around the world followed by a light lunch provided by the club. We will also take 2 field trips this month. One to The Gulf Coast Bird Observatory and another to Lavande Farm in Bellville, Texas. In March we will host a flower show at the Kingwood Library. In April we have planned a 3 day trip to Dallas. Kingwood Garden Club works to support many local projects as well as projects of the Houston Federation of Garden Clubs, Texas State Garden Clubs, and the National Garden Clubs. These groups are all dedicated to the protection of our environment, conservation, and the beautification of our natural landscape. - Sandy Sexton
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