Houseplants for Winter Growing

Over the years, well-known local horticultural expert Art Scarpa has assembled a collection of plants that extend the New England growing period from three seasons to year-round indoors. Suitable plants include camellias, clivias, tropical and hardy bulbs, jasmines, and cyclamens, among many others. Scarpa will display some of these plants and discuss how attendees can bring color and fragrance indoors to brighten the darkest days of the year. He will also provide tips on how to fill a bright but cold breezeway, balcony, or deck with living plants for winter interest.

When: Tuesday, November 3, 2015, at 10:00 AM. The event begins with social time and refreshments, followed by a brief business meeting. Art Scarpa’s presentation will begin at approximately 11:00 AM.

Where: South Church, 41 Central Street, Andover MA 01810

Admission: $10 donation requested for guests (includes refreshments)

Description of Organization: Founded in 1927, the Andover Garden Club (www.andovergardenclub.org) is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization that encourages the study and practice of horticulture, landscape design, and floral design; aids in the beautification of the town of Andover; and helps protect and conserve natural resources. A member of the Garden Club Federation of Massachusetts, Inc., and National Garden Clubs, Inc., the club provides both financial and hands-on support to a variety of municipal, educational, and environmental organizations throughout the region.

How to Join: The Andover Garden Club welcomes news members, and information about joining is available from AGC membership chairs Anne Collins (978-681-8052, collinsak14@verizon.net) and Donna Rudolph (978-475-7165, dlabsuper49@aol.com).

Caption and Credit for Photo: Camellias are just one type of plant suitable for growing indoors during the winter. (Photo by Frances Y J Wheeler.)