Daily Archives: April 2, 2014

Thursday, April 3 – Wednesday, April 9 – COGdesign Online Auction “In the Garden”

April 2, 2014 by Boston Flora

The Community Outreach Group for Landscape Design (COG) will hold its annual online auction Thursday, April 3 – Wednesday, April 9.Â Visit www.cogdesign.org and get started. Looking for a private garden consultation? A specimen tree? Or maybe a classic teak bench to place in your garden? Then prepare to bid early and often at the 10th annual In the Garden online auction.

All proceeds are used to build and improve neighborhood gardens and parks throughout greater Boston.Â In the Garden offers specialty goods and services for the discerning gardener and attracts great interest and spirited bidding.

Among the prized offerings this year are a winter-proof Lunaform planter, specialty seeds and tools, organic compost, and massage gift certificates for the achy gardener! Retail values for auction selections range from $30 to $1,000 — something for every budget.

COGdesign is a non-profit service organization offering quality landscape design for community-based groups, meaningful professional experience for student and practicing landscape designers, and volunteer opportunities for those interested in strengthening communities by creating and improving neighborhood green spaces.

Sunday, April 6, 2:00 pm – The Salisbury Gardens and Greenhouses

April 2, 2014 by Boston Flora

Today, the 1772 Salisbury Mansion and the 1838 Salisbury House in Worcester are surrounded by a large parking lot. This was not always the case. Gardens and greenhouses once graced the grounds of Stephen Salisbury III’s house. James A. Welu, Director Emeritus of the Worcester Art Museum, will give us a glimpse of the house and his many unusual plants with an illustrated talk based on photographs taken by Salisbury’s gardener around 1900. The talk will take place on Sunday, April 6 beginning at 2 pm at Tower Hill Botanic Garden, 11 French Drive, Boylston, Massachusetts. Free with admission. Sponsored by the Worcester Garden Club, Preservation Worcester, and Tower Hill Botanic Garden as part of the Lost Gardens of Worcester County project. You may register in advance at www.towerhillbg.org.

Tuesday, April 29, and Wednesday, April 30 (Rain Dates May 6 and 7) – New York City Garden Photography Workshops

April 2, 2014 by Boston Flora

At the heart of any good photograph is a passion for the subject and the ability to capture it using one’s own unique vision. Rich Pomerantz’s upcoming workshops in NYC on April 29 and 30 (rain dates May 6 & 7) will help build your confidence to develop that vision. Rich’s programs are hands on, with some time allocated to downloading and reviewing work. So bring your digital camera, charged battery, storage cards and sense of adventure. Let’s take your photography to the next level!

On April 29, you will be Photographing the High Line. On the 30th, you will be Capturing the Beauty of Trees at Central Park. Tuition for each class is $215, but if you register for both you will receive a 10% discount, with a total due of $385. Email rich@richpomerantz.com to register.Â Transportation and lodging not included. Photo below of the High Line at night by Rich Pomerantz.