seedy news from the Calgary Horticultural Society

Here's the latest news letter from the Calgary Horticultural Society (you can also receive updates if you're not a member by joining their facebook page.) 

I think you have to be a CHS member (well worth it for many other reasons!) to take advantage of the first two events, but Seedy Saturday is open to everyone.

FILM NIGHT: "The Dirt" The Movie February 11th Inspired by William Bryant Logan’s acclaimed book Dirt: The Ecstatic Skin of the Earth, Dirt!  you are invited to see a story with "Heart and Soil"  followed by discussion and dessert When: Friday, February 11th Where: The Unitarian Church of Calgary,              1703-1st St. N.W, Time:  6:30 p.m. for Pizza, veggies, and beverages           7:00 p.m. Film Screening           8:30 p.m. Potluck Dessert & Discussion Free parking at Balmoral School, behind the Hall Donations are appreciated to fund future events Sponsored by: The Unitarian Church of Calgary                       The Calgary Horticultural Society                        Apairies & Bees for Communities                       Arusha

ALL ABOUT SEEDS February 25th Learn Everything there is to know about seeds from catalogues, seed packets, seed techniques and more! Presented by avid gardeners of the Calgary Horticultural Society: Leslie Huget, Joanne Nemeth and Joanne Ogilive    When: Friday, February 25th, 2011 Where: Unitarian Church of Calgary,               1703-1 St. N.W. Cost: Just $10 per person To Register:  book your seats through:  http://www.calhort.org/ or call the Calgary Horticultural Society office at 403-287-3469, ext 0 An event sponsored by: Community Garden Resource Network-A project of the Calgary Horticultural Society, Green Sanctuary (Unitarian Church of Calgary), Apiaries and Bees for Communities & An Alberta Community Spirit Grant

Seedy Saturday is Coming! March 19th Mark your calenders for the kick off event of the 2011 season.  When: Saturday, March 19th Where: Hillhurst-Sunnyside Community Association            1320-5th Avenue N.W. Time: 10:00 am-4:00 pm Admission: $2, with children under 12 free                Calgary Dollars Accepted A family event with tables, displays, presentations, Kid's Corner, refreshments, and of course plenty of seeds from open-pollinated varieties of vegetables, fruits, flowers and grains. Supported By: Calgary Horticultural Society-Community Garden Resource Network For more information or to volunteer check the Seedy Saturday website: http://seedysaturdaycalgary@shawwebspace.ca   Dig the Benefits of Joining the Calgary Horticultural Society 2011 is gearing up to be a fabulous gardening year in Calgary. Join in the excitement and become a member of the Calgary Horticultural Society! Benefits are Huge: Discounts at local gardening companies Support from the Community Garden Resource Network Informative E-Newsletters Discounts for workshops, books, & bus tours  8 issues of the premier local magazine 'Calgary Gardening' written by and for Calgary Gardeners Plant shares Rewarding volunteer opportunities & You support the promotion of growth of gardening education in Calgary! Check out the website at www.calhort.org or call 403-287-3469 to join today!     Upcoming Workshops at CHS Feb 26th- Plant Propagation- with Elaine Rude Mar 5th -Trees and Shrubs for Small Spaces -with Sandra Pinto Mar 12th-Pruning Tips and Techniques- with Matt Davis ..and lots more. Check out www.calhort.org/events for details. Your CHS/CGRN is actively working to create year round exciting and informative events for gardeners of all species, cultivars and varieties!

Comments

[Bonnie Gerle]

I am growing sweet potato vine but it is not progressing very quickly, I have it in full sun and keep it on the dry side, have had trouble in the past with aphids on it. Can you give me some pointers. I may have too much slow release fertilizer in the 4 inch pots I have them in.

[Bonnie Gerle]

I am also growing luscious Grape Lantana, can you tell me how this plant performs, so far it is growing very slowly with blooms on small plants.

[Janice Miller-Young]

Hi Bonnie,
Unfortunately, I dont have any experience with growing either of those plants from seed so I cant help much.  I do know they like lots of sun and heat so I would get them outside during the warm days as soon as possible (but start exposing them gradually) and keep them in pots that you can bring in for the nights for at least another month.
Hope that helps,
Janice