or perhaps I should say Rock Island Horrorticulture Club? One of the many things I have learned about gardeners is just because you love gardening doesn't mean you're necessarily a wildlife lover, nor does it mean you're exempt from moronic behavior. This morning I was excited to attend the Rock Island Horticulture Club spring sale but soon I was an unwilling audience member to barbaric and inappropriate behavior. A bucket containing two mice was dumped onto the entrance and a dog was gleefully allowed to playfully, slaughter the animals.
Now I understand that mice cause havoc in a greenhouse but the disposal was so inappropriate!! News flash - torturing and killing small animals at the only entrance/exit isn't usually good for business. The lady in front of me had to look away in disgust & she made a comment about the poor mice. I can honestly say that the Rock Island Horticulture Club has lost at least two long standing customers.
Rock Island Horticulture Club
Quad Cities Plant Sales
It's that time of year again! Plant Sales!
Nonprofit groups in Q-C host plant sales
My personal favorites are Rock Island Horticultural Club, Silvis Garden Club, and Mississippi Valley Hosta Society sale. Those always have interesting finds. :)
QC Master Gardeners' Perennial Plant Sale
First plant sale that I've noticed in the paper: QC Master Gardeners' perennial plant sale that supports gardening programs. Plants are $12 and will be delivered fresh from Sunnyfield Greenhouse and Gardens. Plants can be picked up at Rock Island County Extension parking lot from 9 am - 2 pm May 10.
Quad Cities Master Gardeners are offering 3 plants for sale but you have to order by Sunday March 30. Tomorrow! Here are the 1 gallon plants that are offered.
MISCANTHUS s. 'Morning Light'
GERANIUM 'Rozanne'
HEUCHERA 'Citronelle'
Order yours:
QC Master Gardeners' Perennial Plant Sale
It was a tough decision but I decided to go with the HEUCHERA 'Citronelle'. I've had the MISCANTHUS s. 'Morning Light' before and although it is a gorgeous grass, it didn't overwinter for me well.