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TennesseeMaster Gardener News
Tennessee Master Gardener April 2014
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Links toTN Master Gardener Organization Sites (by County)
Bradley Countyclick here for Bradley Cty
Cumberland County http://www.ccmga.org
Davidson (Nashville) http://www.dcmg.org
Fayette County:click here
Taking RootTennessee Master Gardener Volunteer Spring issue, 2014
Publisher: Carol Burdett: [email protected]
Greene County (Big Spring) http://www.bsmga.com/
Hamilton (Chattanooga) http://www.mghc.org
Hardeman County:
http://www.hardemancountymg.org/
Knox County (Knoxville)http://knoxcountymastergardener.org/
Madison(Jackson) http://www.madisoncountymg.org
Northeast Tn. Master Gardener Assoc. netmga.net/
Putnam (Cookeville) http://www.pcmg-tn.org/
Robertson Cty (Springfield)rcmga.org
Rutherford Countymastergardeners-rc.org
Shelby (Memphis)Memphis: click here
Williamson http://wcmga.net/
Wilson County (Lebanon) http://www.wilsoncountymg.org/
In case I've missed any county website, please let me know so that I can add it in the next newsletter.
Classes in the Gardens, UT Knoxville
click here to visit registration site
Summer Alliance Meetings:
Eastern - During Eastern Alliance MG Meeting at UT on Sat, May 31 at UT. Knoxville. Sevier County hosting.
Words from our leader, Chris Cooper:
Another Master Gardener Winter School has come and gone! We had very good attendance for both days and a good time was had by all. We had the opportunity to hear from and meet with Dr. Scott
Senseman and Dr. Robert Burns. They were very impressed with the number of Master Gardeners that were present. T.J. Tennent really got the crowd fired up and motivated by sharing his life story with us. We also learned how to diagnose plant problems in our landscape.
Let me take this opportunity to thank all of our presenters, Anthony Tuggle, Janie Becker, the Rutherford County Master Gardener volunteers and the Master Gardener Advocacy Board for their tireless commitment to making Winter School the success that it is. Thank you and hope to see you next year for Winter School 2015!
(Dr. Tennent on left, opening ceremony below and Advocate Board with Chris Cooper above)
Article Needed from YOU:Please don't be shy about sending news about what you and your MG Association are doing and about to do. Your fellow associations want to hear about your successes and plans. We want to share, one to another.
Central - TBD
Western - In conjunction with Summer Celebration in Jackson, July 10, meeting will be at UT Extension office, 309 N. Parkway at 9 AM.
Please contact [email protected] to make agenda suggestions. What do YOU want to discuss with other MG Associations and with your Advocates?
Submit News and Events
[email protected] be sure your article in in by June 1 for the July issue of Taking Root. If you want your event fliers printed, be sure to send them to me.
Support
Contact List: 2013-2014 Advocacy Board
Directory
Eastern Region:Patsy [email protected]
Carol [email protected]
Chris [email protected]
Johnny [email protected]
Central Region: Bob [email protected]
Cynthia [email protected]
Western Region:
When you send your paragraph, please make it less than 250 words. Clear photos are fine also. Deadline for the July issue is June 1. If you'd like to email an event flier, we can usually capture it for reproduction. This is YOUR newsletter and its purpose is to network and help us get to know and value each other. Help us meet that goal. Your publisher, Carol Burdett
October conference (link)
mastergardener.unl.edu/imgc2015 (link)
Search for Excellence
Denisa [email protected]
Chris [email protected]
Kathy [email protected]
Jean [email protected]
At Large:Gregg [email protected]
Addresses
TMG Website:Click here
To List Upcoming Events:[email protected]
Our UT Gardens:http://utgardens.tennessee.edu/
Facebook link
Detailed information about UT field days or special event will be posted online at http://agriculture.tennessee.edu close to the scheduled time. You may also visit the individual AgResearch and Education Center homepages or call their main offices for details. Those numbers can be found online at this site, http://taes.tennessee.edu/centers/
Please check ListServe for a complete list of area events
UT Gardens Plant Sales
Thanks to everyone who participated in 2013 Search for Excellence and congratulations to the winners! Read about all of the projects here.
From the Advocate Board: Special thanks to a special lady, Suzanne Allen, who spends many hours and much energy in the pursuit of making this a great annual event. Two thumbs up!
WS 2014 Silent Auction There are so many wonderful, giving people to thank for their participation in our Winter School Silent Auction that I hesitate to begin the list for fear I'll leave someone out. You were all a
great help to our mutual goal of adding more dollars to the seed money needed for next year's conference.
Especially helpful were all the Master Gardeners from Rutherford County, led by agents Jamie and Anthony and the new intern class. All of you Rutherford County folks are greatly appreciated for your unselfish work and guidance on behalf of the WS effort.
Attend the UT Gardens, Knoxville Spring Plant Sale Open to the general public Sat. April 5 from 9 A.M. to 2 P.M.
HAPPY EASTER !
Happy Mothers' Day
Happy Fathers' Day
The most popular items at the auction tables were the seeds brought to us by Hamilton County MGs. At only a 25 cents donation, each, they flew out the door, putting almost $300 extra in the coffers. Also from Hamilton County came some great hand crafted items and baskets including one filled with gardening items and Parsy Boles' barbeque party display.
Sumner County probably came in second in the count of number of items donated and please note how very popular Nancy Grant's gardening apron was so that if your association is looking for ideas for next year, you may ask your seamstresses to start early!
Sandee Cook of Big Springs MGs brought us some inspiring books to raffle off and so many other individuals donated from their own workshops and talents such as Doug Hilton, Bev Walker, Johnny Suthers, Pam Swoner, Denisa Cate and topped off by Beth Hambree's beautiful quilt.
Wilson County filled quite a few spots with lovely ceramics and gardening books which added to our bright, country theme.
And then there was the artistry of Warren County that brought us concrete leaves, a garden tote, Aloe plant, hummingbird feeder and bright Pansies from Mary's Greenhouse.
Thank you Morton's for the big bags of worm castings which sparked spirited bidding among many gardeners intent on getting their green friends growing.
Other counties that brought many and various items to display and sell were Cumberland, Rutherford, Davidson, Putnam, Hardeman, Hamilton, Blount, Montgomery (remember the Tn items basket?) and Dyer Counties. You are all winners in the contest of who could be most imaginative.
Last to be mentioned but of course not last in our hearts are all you nice people who bid for and took these items home. Without you, there would be no Event. Thank you, Thank you all!
Carol Burdett, chairman
CCMGA SPRING FLOWER AND GARDEN SHOWPHOTOGRAPHY CONTEST
PHOTO CONTEST RULES AND REGULATIONS1. Photographs must be original work of exhibitor and cannot feature pets or people. The photographs MAY HAVE BEEN TAKEN AT ANY TIME IN THE LAST FIVE YEARS. The photographs DO NOT HAVE TO BE CURRENT YEAR.2. Your photograph entry must be submitted according to the following instructions: a). All photographs must be mounted on foam core or 4-ply mounting board. A finished entry size must be a minimum of 8 inches (in any direction) and a maximum of 20 inches (in any direction). Entries must be flush mounted or matted.b). Photographs must be mounted and ready to hang for exhibition. Before submitting, affix an adequate amount of Velcro tape (hook/rough side) to the back of each entry for hanging . If you are unsure of which is the hook side, please bring both sides and it will be affixed onsite. c). Shrink-wrap covers, glass or other covers, frames metal hooks and metal clips may NOT be used.d). Entrants are advised that a 1/2 inch round sticker with entry # will be affixed to the lower right corner of the photo.e). Each entry must be labeled on the back with the UP arrow or the word TOP for proper orientation.f). An entry form should be completed for each individual photo. Please cut and affix the appropriate portion of the form to the back of entry and bring the remaining portion with you when entering your photo.g). Personal identification of any type is not allowed on the front of the entry photo or matting. This included but is not limited to, a quote, title, etc.
An entry form can be found at photo contest
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News from Sevier County: Leo Lubke reporting
Master Gardeners advise in city's public garden. The Sevier County Master Gardeners have been invited to make recommendations to the City of Pigeon Forge in the development of their new public garden. Located at The LeConte Center at Pigeon Forge on the West Prong of the Little Pigeon River, this new $50 million facility was dedicated in October, 2013, and has various types of garden beds. Landscape plantings focus on native species and being wildlife-friendly. Perennials, woody shrubs and trees and ground covers are located throughout the entrance, terrace and stream-side areas. Master Gardeners are advising in not only signage types, but also printed brochures and wireless electronic connections through the Center's network system. Sevier Master Gardeners involved in this first phase are Lois English, W.C. "Dub"& Glenna Julian, Leo & Linda Lubke, Marianne & Franco Piccione,Donna Little and Roger Simpson.
Other Upcoming Events:
Master Gardeners of Hamilton County2nd Annual "Master Your Garden"
Garden ExpoSaturday, April 12 - Sunday, April 13, 2014
10:00 am - 6:00 pmCamp Jordan Arena, East Ridge TN
The Master Gardeners of Hamilton County are proud to present the 2nd Annual "Master Your Garden" Garden Expo to be held in April at Camp Jordan Arena. Our goal is to bring the latest gardening information to the community by offering:A series of free lectures throughout the 2-day expo by local gardening experts and Master Gardeners Questions and answer table where you can receive free expert advice on plants, landscaping, pest control, composting, vegetable gardening, and various topics to help you have a successful garden and yard
Throughout both days of the Garden Expo we will be giving away door prizes that have been generously donated by our Sponsors and Vendors.
Children's activity area Free parking
Open to the Public $5 admission good for both days; Children under 12 years old admitted
free
Upcoming Events: 23RD ANNUAL PERENNIAL PLANT SALE Saturday, April 5, 2014 9 am-2 pm Tennessee State Fairgrounds in Nashville By the Perennial Plant Society visit ppsmt.org
Hundreds of perennials, grasses, groundcovers, shrubs and roses for sun or shade.
Upcoming Events:
Upcoming Events:
"Victory Garden"
( 2014 is the 70th Anniversary of the "Grow More in '44" War Garden Effort )
Friday, April 25th ~ 12 noon - 6pmSaturday, April 26th ~ 9am - 6pmSunday, April 27th ~ 11am - 3pm
Cumberland County Community ComplexCrossville, TN (map)
Join the classes in the garden at the UT Crossville
gardensclick here
Remember to visit Jackson Tn in July for Summer Celebration. This year the date will be July the 10th. Visit their website via this link: Summer Celebration . Remember that the Western Alliance meeting will be there or close by.
FRUITS OF THE BACKYARD
Location: Middle Tn. AgResearch Center, Spring Hill
Tn,
June 17, 2014
An all day event
BLOOMS DAYS 2014 FESTIVAL AND MARKET PLACE WILL SOON BE HERE:
May 10th & 11th 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
In the UT Gardens on Neyland Drive in Knoxville, TNDon't miss the garden goods, specialty plants, workshops
Kids Corner and lots more!
visit:utgardens.tennessee for schedule and further information
Sneak preview and reduced entrance prices for Friends of the Gardens
HERBAL CELEBRATIONAt the Memphis Botanic Garden
Friday May 23 from 10 AM to 5 PMherbal celebration
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