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WelcomeWindermere Garden Club, Inc. offers how-to classes, demonstrations, field trips, expert presentations, and a vibrant social network to women and men who enjoy gardening and conservation. Whether you a new homeowner planting your first garden or landscape, someone who has relocated to the strange and wonderful world of growing things in Central Florida, or a new retiree who finally has time to explore gardening, we welcome you. Stop by our monthly meeting or contact our membership vice president, Kim Belz kim@kimbelz.com, for answers to your questions. We hope to see you soon! |
Upcoming events
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Special Events |
Derby Day Join us as this year’s version of our popular “crazy card party and game day” wraps itself in a fun Kentucky Derby theme. We’ll feature your favorite card games, a great silent auction, a raffle, and fun new games and activities to keep things interesting. We’ll enjoy a selection of Derby foods, straight off this year’s Kentucky Derby official menu, as well as fascinators for purchase. Plan to dress for the Derby with your favorite spring clothes, hats welcome! Proceeds from this important event support scholarships for students majoring in horticulture at Valencia College, as well as the Florida Federation of Garden Club’s Camp Wekiva and SEEK programs for students aspiring to learn about careers in conservation. Tickets for members and guests are $45 which include a buffet lunch. Click here to reserve your place and pay with a credit card or download the reservation form and bring it to the February 12 Garden Club meeting. Payment accepted by credit card, Zelle, cash, or check. |
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| Art In Bloom Field Trip, Friday, April 10, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Art in Bloom at the Orlando Museum of Art is our spring field trip. The day includes round-trip motorcoach transportation, admission to the event, and plenty of time for you to enjoy the beautiful and inspirational floral designs, amazing tablescapes, vintage jewelry and collectibles, antique vendors, catch a demonstration, and perhaps have lunch in the tearoom. We will leave Windermere Town Hall via motorcoach at 10 a.m. and return there by 3 p.m. Tickets are $40 for members and their guests, which includes transportation and admission if you pay at or before the February meeting. After the February meeting, the price increases to $45 and availability may be limited. |
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When to Prune Cold-Damaged PlantsUgly though dead foliage may be, wait until mid-February or March to prune frost-damaged plants. Dead foliage protects the plant from further damage while pruning before all danger of frost has passed may prematurely trigger new growth. Water on warm days to help plants recover. Don’t fertilize until plants show new growth later in the spring. Collapsed plants that have turned to mush should be removed to prevent rot. When new growth appears, prune to healthy green wood just above new, emerging growth. If no new growth appears by late spring, the plant is probably dead and should be removed. |
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February in the Garden
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 community ProjectsWe have a long history of community service, tracing back to our founding mothers in 1919 who met to roll bandages for World War I soldiers. Today, in addition to our scholarship programs, we assist with garden at the Town of Windermere flagpole, help maintain a teaching garden at Windermere Elementary School, provide weekly lobby flowers for the Town’s administrative offices, deliver monthly floral arrangements to hospice patients, and decorate the Town Hall holiday tree. Several of our members serve on important Town committees such as the Tree Board. | scholarshipsWindermere Garden Club provides annual scholarships to area youth to attend the following: Two Scholarships for students to attend WEKIVA YOUTH CAMP a non-profit, residential nature camp for 3rd thru 8th grade youngsters for the purpose of instilling a love and respect for conservation and protection of the environment. One scholarship for a high school student to Camp Wekiva’s Save the Earth’s Environment (SEEK) program, the purpose of which is to increase student environmental literacy through hands-on and field-based educational experiences; to inspire interest and involvement in environmental conservation; and to explore related career opportunities. Three scholarships for students studying horticulture at Valencia College. For application information e-mail windermeregardenc@gmail.com
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fundraisersOur fundraisers bring the community together while supporting our mission through fun, seasonal events. Throughout the year, we host engaging activities that offer something for everyone — from friendly games and raffles to unique sales and community-centered gatherings. A highlight of our fundraising calendar is our Spring Fundraiser, which features card games, a Community Plant Sale, a Garden Goodies Table, raffles, and a popular White Elephant Sale. These events not only raise essential funds but also create opportunities to connect, share, and celebrate our community. |
