Newsletters
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The list below shows our most current newsletter along with newsletters
from previous months and years.
- March 2010
In this issue, Maria VanZanen discusses the Hellebore, also known as the Easter Rose or Lenten Rose.
Each year, the Late Bloomers Garden Club and the Arboretum Foundation sponsor a Hellebore Tea to celebrate
this early harbinger of spring.
Also in this issue, Karen Sjoquist provides a detailed look at laminated root rot, a naturally occurring fungus
that is present in the Arboretum forest. The Foundation has developed a Forest Stewardship Plan that proposes an
ecological thinning of the forest to help improve the health of the forest and mitigate the impact of this root
disease.
- October 2009
Read about Penstemons - the largest plant genus in North America. Of the nearly 250 species of penstemons, 50 are
native to Washington. Although most prefer the dry climate of Eastern Washington, several species will prosper in our wetter climes - adding colorful conversation pieces to your landscape.
- August 2009
Several new or newly upgraded gardens are described in the issue. The Species Fuchsia garden has been planted giving
the Arboretum the largest such garden in the Pacific Northwest. Planting of an Iris garden will begin soon. This garden, which
will be added to throughout 2010 will host the Iris Society's Symposium in June of 2011. Lastly, the Tribal Life Trail is
described in this issue. This trail hosts different plantings along its entire 270 foot length. In 18 different "zones" along
the trail, various plants are featured with signage indicating how the plants supported indigenous people of this
area.
This issue also includes a reprint of an article describing the Hemerocallis Gall Midge.This pest has traveled from Europe
to Canada and now the United States and is a threat to our daylilies. The article describes how to detect the midge and what
to do if your daylilies are infected.
- June 2009
The history and latest improvements to the Western Azalea Garden are presented in this newsletter along with a
description of two of the Eagle Scout projects that have just been completed.
- April 2009
This newsletter provides a summary of the Foundation’s Forest Stewardship Plan for the
Arboretum's 26 acre forest located north of the King County trail. It also includes a report
on the Docent program and the tours they provide.
- December 2008
This yearend edition provides a review of events that occurred in the Arboretum during 2008. It also
includes are some really cool pictures showing the Arboretum in its early days.
- October 2008
Many changes have recently occured or are planned for the near future in the Arboretum. Some of these
changes are shown in this newsletter. Also in this issue, Patty Davis continues her series on native plants by
listing native perennials and ground covers that can provide attractive and hardy accents to your landscaping.
- August 2008
In her lead article, "Return of the Natives," Patty Davis provides guidelines for using native plants in your landscaping.
Native plants, which are adapted to our PNW Northwest climate and soil types, provide a hardy, low maintenance alternative
to non-native species.
Maggie says it's time to order bulbs. Planting time will be soon upon us.
- June 2008
The lead article this month discusses types of soil - particularly the types of soil we have at the
arboretum. Learning more about the type of soil on your property can help you determine what native plants
grow there best.
Down on the June rain? Maggie says, "Cheer up!" Now is the time to smell the wonderful fragrances of spring.
- April 2008
The lead article this month describes the "Wildlife Corridor" joining the Arboretum Forest and
Lake Wilderness. The corridor, which facilitates migration from the "wetlands to the woodlands,"
was established through the joint efforts of the Lake Wilderness Arboretum
Foundation and the Lake Wilderness Protection Association. Included in the project was restoration of habitat
using native plants.
- February 2008
Learn about Hellebores - harbingers of spring. This early, evergreen bloomer is a popular plant among
Northwest gardeners. More early bloomers are listed in "Maggie Says."
- December 2007
This newsletter reviews some of the many special projects and events experienced in 2007.
- October 2007
In "Gardening for Wildlife" Linda Bartlett describes the wide variety of birds she has
attracted to her backyard and provides tips on how you can do the same.
- August 2007
Katie Swickard, Water Resources Specialist with the Covington Water District and
Arboretum Board Member, provides advice for creating your own landscape casserole
recipe for success in next year’s garden.
- June 2007
Take a walk and see the summer colors. Laboring in the yard? You'll find some tips on caring for your back as you care for your plants. Also read "Maggie Says" for notes on starting your vegetables off right.
- March 2007
Read all about hardy fuchsias. Salli Dahl fills us in about these long-blooming perrenials
that are now an attractive addition to the Arboretum. Maggie Westerlund also provides Spring gardening tips -- one of which is to be patient.
- February 2007
Check out this newsletter for the good, the bad, and the ugly of Viburnums - there is
one out there for you! Also check out "Maggie Says" to get some advice on what to do now
in your yard and garden.
- December 2006
This newletter features our TWIGS group that, each Thursday,
adds the
sound of digging, scooping, pounding, sawing, talking and gentle laughing to the
normal quietude of the Arboreutum. This group meets each Thursday in the nursery
to plant and propagate various plants for sale or for use in Arboretum gardens.
Also contained in this issue is an interesting look at the Arboretum's original master plan
as well as an article on Washington state conifers.
- October 2006
The front page article of this newsletter features
our work party on September 15th, United Way’s Day of Caring. The newsletter
also includes a message from the Prez, information about upcoming events, and
an article on "Ferns - A Hardy Alternative to
Flowering Plants."
- August 2006
This issue includes articles about the Arboretum's events and classes,
our hard-working volunteers, board happenings, a "mystery bird," and
invasive plants.
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