Daily Archives: October 21, 2016


Holiday Wreaths 2016 – Ordering Begins

We know you may be rolling your eyes, but yes, it’s only October, and yes, we are gearing up for Wreath Season.  Soon our order forms will be in the mail to those of you who have purchased wreaths during the past two years, and our on-line wreath store will be taking orders as well.  For those of you who prefer to purchase by mail, email info@gardenclubbackbay.org and we will attach a form to our reply for you to print, or mail one to you if you wish.  Wreath sales constitute our second biggest fund raising effort each year, second only to the Twilight Garden Party, and your support helps us fund our tree care projects throughout the neighborhood.  Wreaths will be ready for pick up or delivery (Back Bay, Beacon Hill, South End) December 7 and 8. Wreaths come in two sizes, standard (approximately 22″ wide once fluffed) and large (approximately 30″ wide from tip to tip), and may be ordered plain, with a bow, or fully decorated.  Fully decorated wreaths are only available in standard size.  We also have red or white poinsettias for sale. In future posts you will see pictures of many custom designed wreaths, but if you’re curious now, search “Wreath of the Day” on our website, or click on the links to pictures from past years on the Wreath Store page. No two wreaths are ever alike, unless you order a matched pair, and you’ll have input into colors and styles, or can just leave it to us. Only 125 fully decorated wreaths are offered, and we have sold out each year, so don’t delay.

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Wednesdays, November 2 – 16, 10:00 am – 3:00 pm – Horticultural Techniques

Good horticultural practices form the backbone of any successful garden and understanding how to apply these practices is the first step toward becoming a horticulturist. Learn how to select the right plant for the right place and how to plant and care for native plants. Participants in this three part New England Wild Flower Society class, to be held Wednesdays from 10 – 3 beginning November 2 at Garden in the Woods in Framingham, will study the proper techniques for transplanting, soil preparation, mulching, watering, pruning, maintenance, winterizing the garden, and preparing it for spring. Bring a bag lunch. $225 for NEWFS members, $270 for nonmembers. Register online at www.newfs.org.