Stunning Spring Perennials

200 Trafton Road,Springfield MA 01108

17 March, 2023

Description

Expert plant collector and sought‐after flower show judge, Joan Butler will share a stunning collection of early spring garden choices to add colorful early spring flowers to shade or sunny gardens. Joan Butler, lecturer, has been an enthusiastic gardener for over 30 years, and believes gardens should invite you to linger in the world outside your door. Her gardens have been included on several garden tours, and feature exciting plant combinations, dramatic horticultural specimens, and collections of hosta, heuchera and epimedium.  Joan holds a Bachelor’s degree in Geology from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst and a Certificate in Landscape Management from UMass Extension Green School. She is a Master Gardener, has worked as a horticulturist at Weston Nurseries, and is a past Chairman of the Massachusetts Landscape Design Council. She is also a member of the Garden Consultants Council and an accredited Flower Show Judge. The meeting will be held at the Carriage House at the Barney Estate, Forest Park, Springfield, MA 01108. Light luncheon, including gluten free options, sweets, coffee, and tea will be served. Directions to the Carriage house at: www.barneycarriagehouse.com . Raffle for members and guests. Guest fee is $5.00.