4/29/2013 Tabebuia, (pink Poui) in Bloom
Entrance to my garden a lovely flowering ‘pink poui’, also love the blossoms around on the ground.
‘Hibiscus Hawaii,’ family is Malavaceae,
There are several hundred species, the genus include both annual and perenial, and several hundred varieties all grow to a woody shrub,some hibiscuses are edible,
How to grow: they grow well in full sun, and should to be watered during the dry periods for them to thrive, feed them with Fish Fertiliser or a solution of 20-20-20 once or twice a year
When to grow: In the Tropics all year round, they flower daily
Perfect plant for most gardens, with great colours and form and consistent flowers.
4/16/2013 A garden corner
Much needed rain showers over the last few weeks ( for some of us) produced a lovely green corner at Gen’s garden, in Hodges Bay, the home of Errol Hodge and Generis Taylor Hodge. Interesting use of her beautiful terracotta pots.
April, 2013, A look at Lethal Yellow
These photos of palms were taken in December and March, just to remind you on how deadly
this disease is.
April 2nd, 2013, Flower and Garden show
2013 Antigua Barbuda Flower and Garden Show
The ANTIGUA & BARBUDA Horticultural Society thanks all who attended the show and participated in our Flower arranging and plant competition.
Here are some of the highlights:
The show started at 10 am when we welcomed the public to visit the competition room, where our judges led by Ms. Heather Mannix Mrs. Myrna Kelsick and Mrs. Sylvanna Moses showed us the winners and the ‘best in the show’.
Ms. Agnes Meeker introduced and built little stands of coconut bough,and wattle, and we used one as our entrance booth, Agnes and Dick Goulette also offered golf cart rides for anyone needing help to enjoy the scenery and get around the grounds, it was a huge success.
The vendors old and new show cased their beautiful collections of plants and flowers, orchids, palms and fruit trees, with several stalls selling the wonderful Tropical exotics, Gingers, Heleconias, anthuriums, many grown here on the island.
A new ‘wild medicinal garden’ introduced by the Horticultural Society, of plants found on the site and tagged for their uses.
We dedicated a tent to the discussions of Lethal Yellow of our Palm trees, by introducing the head Horticulturist from the Four Seasons of Nevis with the help of Mr. Tony Johnson of Siboney and LIAT with a ticket and with his information and personal experience Dane shared with us how to assist the Agricultural extension office and the public, we also had the privilege to introduce Mr. ‘Tubby’ Derrick to speak on his experiences with treating the dreaded Lethal Yellow disease from an organic perspective.
Then to our many demonstrations Mr. Danny Joseph filled the tent as he showed us all how to graft and bud our trees.
We were serenated by the Royal Police band as one and all enjoyed the delectable tea at the Hort. Café, and Local cuisine where one could take home freshly baked bread. For further information visit the Web sites www.antiguahorticulture.com.
Barbara Japal 268 725 5507
March 27, 2013, A wonderful Flower and Garden Show!
As a member of the Wilfandel Garden Society in Los Angeles, the UCLA – Emeriti Garden Club, and an attendee at the 2012 Barbados Garden Show et. al., I can say unequivocally that the ABHS Garden Show was among the best that I have had the pleasure of attending. I know that we all agree that the Garden Show was a raving success. Everyone in attendance had a fabulous time and the property had wonderful curb appeal, attracting many more participants than anticipated. It was an achievement that was truly earned by members who worked tirelessly to prepare the grounds, organize, contribute, and serve. I congratulate everyone for the success of the show and am confident that we will have continued success in the future. Yet I would be remiss if I did not acknowledge specifically our illustrious president, Barbara Japal. With her remarkable leadership, serious efforts, and sincere dedication, we were sure to succeed. Congratulations everyone for a job well done. May we always keep up the good work.
Fondly,
Dr. Roslyn Trezevant Haley
Secretary-ABHS
2013 Wonderful Flower and Garden show!
We all enjoyed a most beautiful day on Saturday March 23rd, 2013.
We had record numbers attend the show and we welcomed many new members, we thank all those who worked so hard, and those who donated their precious time and resources!
March 23rd, 2013 – Save the date!
Flower and Garden Show, March 23rd, 2013
Flower and Garden Show: March 23rd, 2013
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