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Water Garden Society of Oklahoma Newsletter: Pond Life September 2014 Volume 28 Issue 9

TTHEHE PPRESIDENTRESIDENT ’’SS MMESSAGEESSAGE

President’s Message ............... 1

Mee�ng Informa�on ................ 1

Club News ................................ 2

New Members / Renewals ........ 2

WGSO Fun Facts Trivia.............. 2

Board Mee�ng Info .................. 2

Ad Rates .................................. 2

Event Calendar ......................... 3

WGSO Board Contact List ......... 3

August Recap ........................... 3

My Story .................................. 4

2015 Nomina�on Form ............ 5

Trees..................................6 & 7

10 Garden Shed Ideas ............... 8

Upcoming Events Details .......... 9

Birthdays ............................... 10

September Garden Tips .......... 10

Club Contact Info ................... 10

INSIDE THIS ISSUE:

Wow! Who would have ever thought our membership would turn out to be such great travelers?

Instead of our guest speaker coming to us for our August mee�ng Connie Fisher made arrangements

for us to go to The Stamp Store. A bit skep�cal at first, WGSO at my knowledge had never done such a

thing. It turned out to be one of her best ideas because we had such a huge group we ended up with

standing room only along with a great guest speaker. I guess that is proof embracing change can be a

really good thing. If only I could have picked up the driveway along with the rock wall, floors, and few

other small things like countertops to take home with me I would truly been a happy camper. To top

it off Johnny Gerrard won the 50/50. Now, our membership knows if you win the 50/50 on a field trip

you are automa�cally on the public tour, so congratula�ons Johnny Gerrard!

Our Summer Social was a huge success as it was one of the largest a@ended socials we have had in

the past few years. Again we moved loca�ons and held our Summer Social at the NW Church of

Christ at 23rd & Geraldine due to a scheduling conflict. The church let us use their Family Center and

it could not have been nicer and I know all of us appreciated it so much, so THANK YOU Northwest

Church of Christ.

During our Luau I found out we have quite a few educated guessers in our club, as when it came to

one of our games the newsle@er would have come in handy. All I can say is that I’m glad we were not

in a classroom. Johnny & Martha Gerrard won the mossy rock boulder donated by Minnick Materials

on I-35. So be sure to let Minnick’s know we appreciate them.

We had so much good food to eat, it’s a good thing we have really good cooks in our club. My only

decision was what to try first. Also a big thank you goes to Phil and Sara Grissam who worked so long

smoking the pork. All I can say is yum. The winner for the best dressed at the Luau was Judith Hogan,

who she was a sight to see. Congratula�ons to everyone who won door prizes. I want to thank those

who came early to help set up and those who stayed later to make sure everything was clean and

back in place when we leG.

Our night tour is September 27 and we need a couple more ponds in the NW OKC area towards Ed-

mond. The cookout will be at Bob & Sue Jones. The area this year is west of I-35, north of 63rd to

Edmond and then to far west OKC. Please call me if you want to be on tour.

Don’t forget this is a great �me of year to take pictures of your pond so that you can be on the public

tour next year. If you wait �ll next year your plants will not have matured since the pictures and infor-

ma�on has to be in before April to be published in the tour guide.

Diane Clark

WGSO President

NNNNEXTEXTEXTEXT MMMMEETINGEETINGEETINGEETING 2nd Wednesday of the Month

September 10, 2014 Bring Snacks To Share

PROGRAM:

Fall Fish Health

PRENTED BY:

Conrad Kleinholz

of

Kleinholz Koi Farm

5407 W 44th

S�llwater, Oklahoma

(405) 612-5537

(405) 612-6750

www.kleinholzkoifarm.com

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WGSO AD RATES

If you would like to place an ad in the

Pond Life, the rates are as follows:

Business Card $10.00 1/4 Page $25.00

1/2 Page $75.00 Full Page $100.00

Ads are to be CAMERA READY PREPAID in advance. Send payment to the

WGSO Treasurer, Jim Maida, 10612 Turnberry Ln, OKC, OK 73170.

Send ad to the newsle@er editor,

Paullei Mumme at [email protected].

Ad must be in editor’s possession no later than the 20th of

the month preceding publica�on.

EX: August issue must be received by July 20th.

Tuesday, September 30 @ 6:30 pm

RSVP R567895: ;< D8=>5 C?=9@

[email protected] 947-6999

Diane Clark

4900 NW 35th St

Oklahoma City, OK

NEW MEMBERS:NEW MEMBERS: JJessie Blivensessie Blivens

Bill & Barbara JamesBill & Barbara James

Darlene Phillips Darlene Phillips

RENEWALS:RENEWALS: None

As of the 20th of the month:

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Open to all WGSO members - RSVP Required - Bring a Dish.

If you paid your 2014 Membership Dues last month

and DON’T see your name, contact Pa1y Smith at [email protected]

Tickets are $1 @ Meetings & Club Events.

$ . . 0 0

As of 8/16/14

WGSO started in 2011 having Meet &

Greets at different businesses to pro-

mote the club. It soon turned out to be

a good idea. Not only promo�ng the

club and gaining exposure we gained

new members.

Now we go to Pond Pro who has great educa�onal classes

and we primarily pick which classes to go as we don’t have

�me for all. Not only do we get to promote our club we

get to learn something during the classes every �me we

go. It’s a win both ways as we are gaining new member-

ships each �me we go.

Pond Pro is very helpful and they welcome us when are

able to have a Meet & Greet. It’s always nice to see our

new members that signs up at a Meet & Greet come to our

mee�ngs and be part of our club knowing we are success-

ful.

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Board Mee�ng September 2

General Mee�ng September 10

State Fair Demo September 13

Leaf Cas�ng Workshop September 20

Members Potluck Night Tour Caravan September 27

Board Mee�ng September 30

General Mee�ng Board Elec�ons October 8

Potluck & Redeem Pond Dollars October 11

Wine BoOle Rain Chain Workshop TBD

Board Mee�ng November 4

General Mee�ng Annual Chili Cook-off November 12

Board Mee�ng December TBD

2014 WGSO BOARD 201 4 WGSO BOARD

EXECUTIVE OFFICER*/ COMMITTEE CHAIRS NAME CELL OTHER E-MAIL

*President Diane Clark 802-6200 947-6999 [email protected]

*Vice-President Tonah Tharp 973-4209 340-6495 [email protected]

*Secretary Teresa Asbury 659-2595 755-8090 [email protected]

*Treasurer Jim Maida 691-7630 [email protected]

*Historian Dennis Wagner 550-8923 265-3996 [email protected]

*Past President Jim Conner 317-6016 801-2891 j [email protected]

NewsleOer / Ac�vi�es Paullei Mumme 642-4767 [email protected]

Membership PaOy Smith 717-9995 694-0886 [email protected]

Plant Sales/Tour Guide Sales Gary Guild 397-5758 390-8112 [email protected]

Programs Connie Fisher 350-3378 [email protected]

Refreshments Claribel Collier 396-8074 N/A

Refreshments Phil & Sarah Grissam 454-3571 [email protected]

Tour Guide Publica�on Tom Thompson 693-5098 [email protected]

Website Alex Philbrick 812-5876 [email protected]

Tour Guide Ad Sales/Members Tours Diane Clark 802-6200 947-6999 [email protected]

Entertainment (Summer Social & Christmas Party) Diane Clark 802-6200 947-6999 [email protected]

Librarian Alex Philbrick 812-5876 [email protected]

AUGUST RECAP

WGSO had another first this year as Connie Fisher, our program chairperson, made arrangements for our membership to go on a field trip. We

went to The Stamp Store where we learned how to and what NOT to do with concrete.

Our guest speaker, Coyne Edmonson explained how to do different projects and what The Stamp Store had to offer. Now we know the technique

is as important as the product and don’t rush the concrete. They had so many examples of what a person could do with products they sell there.

We saw what looked like boulders or rock turn out to be a type of concrete product only ¼” thick.

He also told how to repair cracked concrete and always let it cure for at least 28 days before staining or using any type of colorant and always

finish your project by using a sealer. If you didn’t make it to the mee�ng The Stamp Store is a very worthwhile place to check into before star�ng

your concrete project and those who joined the WGSO field trip received a 10% discount coupon at The Stamp Store! ☺

www.thestampstore.com

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I first became a member of WGSO in 2000 because I had so many prob-

lems with my pond. Hoa from The Real McKoi said I needed to stop what

I was doing and join the club and talk to people who knew what to do. It

was obvious I didn’t. I took Hoa ‘s advice and joined WGSO and a@ended

the mee�ngs with my young daughter, Chris�na, in tow. It was the best

thing I have ever done for my pond. Now I spend lot less �me and money

on it & I like it.

I got started being ac�ve in the club mostly because I got �red of them

always asking for someone to fill offices and yet everyone siRng around

me just sat there. It seemed to me, people came to the mee�ngs for

themselves instead of trying to be part of the club. I asked Carolyn Collins

who was president at that �me what I could do and she said they needed

someone to do the members tour so I said OK. So in 2007 I took over

members bus tour. At first it was tough but now it’s fairly simple.

In 2008 I was thrown into doing the adver�sing for the Tour Guide and

really hope someone will step up and take that over. It is so worthwhile

because I have made some good friends and it is rewarding even though

some�mes there is frustra�on.

I have always been part of whatever group I have chosen to be in. I feel

like you can choose to be a spectator or a part of something. It’s always

be@er to be part of it.

Diane Clark

NOTE: Diane designed and built her pond herself. If you are a woman

and wonder how you can add a pond to your backyard - talk to Diane.

Talk about bringing up old memories. I have been a member for 27

years. I started in 1987 when there were just a few of us and we all

met at Joe Villemare@e home. Joe made himself president for 6

years, from 1987 to 1992. He used the club to forward his water

garden business (Pa�o Garden Ponds) un�l 1993 when a few of us

led by Sur McCoury took him to court and took the club away from

him.

I was vice president in 1994 serving under Al Fernandes as president.

The following year (1995) I was president. I have been conduc�ng

the plant sale since 1993. Joe refused to have a plant sale. He want-

ed everyone to buy from his business. Not sure exactly when I be-

came responsible for the sale/distribu�on of the pond tour maps but

probably also somewhere around 1993. I signed up adver�sers for

the map books for one year not sure when that was either. I also

started the library but again not sure when that was. But back then

we did not have books we had VHS tapes that I would procure from

business/adver�sers and then make copies. Since then the club

moved to CDs and then to books. I also was one of the design coordi-

nators for the produc�on of the pond tour maps in 1998. On last

thing, I have had my pond on tour for over 15 �mes in the last 27

years.

I have been par�cipa�ng in the WGSO board since 1993.

PS: I had my first pond when I was 15 years old and have been

hooked on them ever since.

Gary Guild

Note: Gary has several ponds of various sizes on his acreage, includ-

ing a natural pond. If you have a ques�on about anything pond relat-

ed, Gary is your go to source.

We asked some board members to share how they got involved with

the WGSO Board. Some were asked to take a posi�on, more stepped

up to help out, and a few were draGed because no one else had volun-

teered.

These are their stories. I hope they inspire you to start your own story

about how you stepped up and join the WGSO Board.

My wife and I became members in 1996, shortly aGer a@ending our

first public pond tour. I quickly became enthused abut WGSO and

took on the membership commi@ee chairperson posi�on in 1997. In

1998 I became the WGSO Treasurer. Work took me away from be-

ing ac�ve in the club un�l 2012. Leah and I came back to a new

vibrancy in WGSO with a friendliness and energy that showed in the

mee�ngs and the other ac�vi�es that had been added to enhance

the value of membership. The workshops are great way to get to

know fellow WGSO members and learn how to add something you

created with your own hands to your landscape.

Last year I volunteered to work on the Landscape Show display and

later when the posi�on for Programs Commi@ee Chair opened up

and I was asked if I’d take it over. I enjoy being a part of the change

and said yes. I’m currently serving as our Treasurer I’ve volunteered

to serve again in 2015. Being involved is the best way to get the

most out of the club, and being on the Board is the best way to be

involved. It’s more than good fun, it’s educa�onal.

Jim Maida

Note: Jim & Leah designed and built their ponds a4er joining WGSO.

They have two ponds connected by a stream.

I joined the WGSO in the spring of 2002 aGer I had my pond installed by

local contractor and they paid for my first year’s dues.

I was called in the fall of 2002 by Sue Williams in September 2002 and

asked if I would serve on the Refreshment Commi@ee. I served on the

commi@ee for two or three years. AGer that I was the Secretary for a

few years, and then I served as President for 2.5 years. I have been ac-

�ve on the board since January 2003.

I have enjoyed serving on the board as a way to get to know members

and being able to give input on club ac�vi�es and direc�on.

Jim Conner

NOTE: Jim moved to a new house leaving behind his pond days, but

instead perfected the “pondless” water feature landscape. Fountains,

bubbling boulder, and a center stage pondless waterfall showcase how

water can be used without installing a pond. Jim’s micro-backyard is a

relaxing , low-maintenance paradise.

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WATER GARDEN SOCIETY OF OKLAHOMA

Officers & Commi@ee Nomina�on Form

Volunteer to be an officer, a commi1ee chair or serve on a commi1ee.

Help WGSO keep our organizaAon moving forward. WGSO Needs You!

EXECUTIVE BOARD OFFICERS Officers are nominated by self or other members and will be voted on by the general membership.

President: Formulate agendas and preside at all mee�ngs, enforce the Cons�tu�on and By-Laws of WGSO, represent Society at

func�ons, insure that monthly mee�ngs do not conflict with facility closures.

Vice President: Assume all du�es of the president in his/her absence or inability to act. Assist the president and carries out all du-

�es assigned by the president. Supervise and be the coordina�ng officer between all commi@ees and with all other organiza�ons.

Arrange bus(es), take reserva�ons and obtain refreshments for the Members Pond Tour.

Secretary: Maintain careful records of the proceedings of all mee�ngs, record, distribute and post all mee�ng minutes and call all

mee�ngs to order in the absence of the president and vice-president. Preserve all records, reports, and documents of the Society

in both hard copy and electronic format. No�fy officers, commi@ees and members of special assignments. Take charge of all corre-

spondence except that are related to the work assigned to other officers and commi@ees. Hold ex-officio office in all commi@ees.

Treasurer: Collect all WGSO monies and deposit in the WGSO bank account. At the first mee�ng of the year in January, the past

Treasurer shall submit a final wri@en financial report for the preceding year. Submit a monthly financial report to the membership

in electronic format showing all current receipts and disbursements of the society. Keep all financial records of the society in both

hard copy and electronic format and turn over to the new treasurer in January. Allow for monthly expenditures for rou�ne busi-

ness of the Society with required receipts.

Historian: Record and maintain all significant informa�on pertaining to the WGSO. Maintain a digital record of pictures to record

events and ac�vi�es of the Society. Supply newsle@er editor and website chair with photos of mee�ngs and events in a �mely

manner. Produce a year end bound photo book.

COMMITTEE CHAIRS Commi=ee chairs are self-nominated and then approved by the incoming Execu�ve Board without a vote from the membership.

WGSO Marke�ng/PR: Responsible for marke�ng all club events through print, television and radio media. Create and print marke�ng

flyers, posters and club business cards. Seek prospects and coordinate membership drives throughout the year.

Membership: A@end all general mee�ngs and provide a membership list, sign-in sheet, nametags and door prize �ckets. Keep accurate

records of the membership database using excel and report membership numbers at general mee�ngs. Maintain and monitor WGSO e-

mail account, direc�ng ques�ons to appropriate board members and keep contact list updated.

Programs: Plan and find speakers for general mee�ngs which are of interest to the membership. Submit informa�on and short ar�cle or

ad about each month’s speaker to newsle@er chair. Follow up with speakers prior to scheduled date to ensure commitment. DraG and

send out thank you notes.

NewsleOer: Oversee all aspects of the newsle@er. Find or draG special ar�cles of interest to membership. Remind officers and com-

mi@ee chairs about needed ar�cles and deadlines. Email to current membership and sponsors.

Website: Maintain WGSO website, con�nuing to improve site as deemed necessary. Coordinate with board, especially PR/Marke�ng

Chair, to keep informa�on current.

Ac�vi�es: Organize workshops, Meet-N-Greets, trade shows, field trips, and the bi-annual Spring Fling. Generate new ideas to increase

value for WGSO members.

If you would like to volunteer for a posi�on, please contact Jim Conner 405-801-2891

WGSO will vote on the 2015 Execu�ve Board Officers at the October General Mee�ng.

Paper ballots will be used in the event there is more than one nomina�on for a posi�on.

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THE TOP 3 RULES FOR TREE CARE: WATER, WATER, WATER

By Suzanne DeJohn

When dry weather con�nues for an extended period, landscape trees depend on homeowners for water.

According to the Texas Forestry Service, more than 5 million urban and landscape trees in Texas alone have

been lost due to drought, so it's important to take care of surviving trees and nurture replacement trees

with proper watering. The amount of water a tree needs depends on many factors, including the age and

species of the tree, the �me of year, weather and soil type. As a rule, newly planted and young trees require

more frequent watering than older, well-established trees. But during extended periods of drought, all trees

benefit from supplemental watering.

According to Skip Richter, County Agent with the Texas AgriLife Extension Service in Houston, during periods

of drought, "the goal is to provide just enough supplemental irriga�on to maximize growth on young trees

and to keep older, established trees healthy. We don't want to water so much or so oGen that we encour-

age more canopy growth than the soil, climate and tree species can support during normal rainfall years.

Excessive watering can make a tree dependent on irriga�on rather than resilient enough to survive on what

nature normally provides."

WATERING NEWLY PLANTED TREES: For the first several months aGer plan�ng, most of the tree's roots are s�ll

within the original root ball. For the first several months aGer plan�ng, most of a tree's roots are s�ll within the

original root ball, with some roots beginning to grow beyond this area. The root ball and the surrounding soil

should be kept evenly moist to encourage healthy root growth. AGer a few months, expand the watering zone to

cover the en�re area under the canopy. It can take two or more growing seasons for a tree to become estab-

lished — for roots to venture into the soil well beyond the plan�ng hole. It's vital to provide supplemental mois-

ture in those early years, if nature doesn't provide regular soaking rains. During hot, dry weather, new trees may

require water as oGen as three �mes per week to ensure that the root ball doesn't dry out.

For the first several months a4er plan�ng, most of the tree's roots are s�ll within the original root ball.

WATERING ESTABLISHED TREES: Once a tree is established, apply water in a wide band around the outer reach-

es of the tree's canopy, called the dripline. It's a common misconcep�on that a tree's roots are a mirror image of

the aboveground canopy. In reality, an established tree's roots usually extend well beyond the edge of the cano-

py, or drip line. Although some anchor roots may reach deep into the soil, most tree roots are concentrated in

the upper 12" to 18" of soil. When watering established trees, provide a deep, soaking irriga�on to the en�re

area beneath the tree canopy and extending several feet beyond the drip line. Ideally, you should moisten the

soil to a depth of 10" each �me you water. To prevent rot, don't apply water to the area directly around the

trunk.

Once a tree is established, apply water in a wide band around

the outer reaches of the tree's canopy, called the dripline.

KNOW WHEN TO WATER: The easiest way to check soil moisture is to take a long (8"-plus) screwdriver and poke

it into the soil. It will pass easily into moist soil, but be difficult to push into dry soil. If you can't poke it in at least

6", it's �me to water. This technique works best in clay and loam soils.

HOW TO APPLY WATER: Overhead sprinklers are the easiest way to cover large expanses, but they're inefficient,

losing up to half the water to evapora�on. Trees are be@er served by watering methods that apply water slowly,

right at soil level. It may take several hours to properly water a single mature tree.

Soaker hoses are an efficient way to water trees because they're porous and release water slowly. Encircle a tree with a spiral of

soaker hose and run it for an hour or more — as long as it takes for water to penetrate 6" or 8", using the screwdriver test.

A Pressure Regulator improves the efficiency and prolongs the life of soaker hoses. Bubblers are hose-end devices that reduce the

velocity of the water, so it soaks in rather than running off. Because it waters one spot at a �me, you'll need to move the bubbler

around. Ground-level sprinklers suitable are watering trees. If possible, avoid watering during the ho@est part of the day — 10 a.m.

to 6 p.m. — to conserve water.

TAKE STEPS TO MINIMIZE TREE STRESS DURING DROUGHT:

♦ Avoid digging under and around trees so you don't disturb the roots

♦ Don't do any heavy pruning. However, it's OK to remove broken, dead, insect-infested or diseased branches.

♦ Keep an eye out for insect pests and disease, because drought-stressed trees are more vulnerable to a@ack.

♦ Avoid using high-nitrogen lawn fer�lizers under trees, and never use weed-and-feed products, which can harm tree roots.

WATERING RESTRICTIONS: Even if your municipality imposes watering restric�ons, it's likely you'll be able to properly water trees. If you must

choose between turf and trees, remember that trees are a bigger investment. And it will take years, if not decades, for a newly planted tree to

take the place of a mature tree that has been lost to drought.

FAQ Contuned on Page 7

Water Bubbler

with Flow Control

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TREE CARE FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

HOW MUCH WATER DOES MY TREE NEED? As a general rule of thumb, apply an inch of sprinkler irriga�on or enough water to moisten the soil

to a depth of 10" or more for mature trees. A common mistake is to apply frequent shallow waterings that don't soak deeply into the soil.

MY IRRIGATION SYSTEM WATERS MY LAWN REGULARLY. ISN'T THAT ENOUGH FOR MY TREES? Probably not. Most irriga�on systems are

programmed to apply frequent, shallow waterings. Trees do be@er with less frequent but deeper soakings — a heavy soaking once a week is

much be@er than a shallow watering every few days. That's because shallow waterings encourage tree roots to remain near the soil surface

where they're prone to drying out. Watering deeply, on the other hand, encourages deep, drought-tolerant roots.

SHOULD I MULCH UNDER MY TREES? Yes. Grass growing under trees will intercept much of the water you apply, keeping it from reaching plant

roots. It's best to keep a large (3' plus), turf-free circle around the trunk. A 2" to 3" layer of organic mulch, such as shredded bark or pine straw,

helps conserve moisture and keeps weeds at bay. To prevent rot, don't pile mulch against the trunk.

SHOULD I FERTILIZE DURING A DROUGHT? As a rule, drought-stressed trees should not be fer�lized. When water supplies are limited, trees

naturally slow their growth. Applying fer�lizer can encourage a flush of growth that causes the tree to require more water than is available. And

the salts in many fer�lizers can harm drought-stressed roots. ☺ Source: h=p://www.gardeners.com/how-to/when-to-water-trees/7931.html

ADD AN ORNAMENTAL BORDER A fence along the front of a property cre-

ates a frame in which to garden, provides year-round interest, and

offers privacy. This one was designed with an English laRce pa@ern for

a charming co@age look.

The airy squares of the fence provide a handsome backdrop to a long-

blooming perennial border that looks good from every angle. Low-

growing plants were placed on the street side, including snow-in-

summer, creeping phlox, heuchera, salvia, cranesbill, red valerian, cat-

mint, rose campion, penstemon, spiky-leaved iris, 'Autumn Joy' sedum,

low-growing 'Knockout' roses, Japanese painted ferns, 'Stella d'Oro'

daylilies, and clema�s.

Taller ones were planted on the house side, including foxglove, allium,

velvety red peonies, false indigo, highly perfumed 'Casa Blanca' lilies,

bu@erfly bush, delphinium, hollyhocks, the fragrant damask rose

'Celsiana', never-say-die 'Be@y Prior' roses, and showy 'Charles de Mills'

roses. The fence also hides the una@rac�ve lower limbs of some of the

tall flowering shrubs and supports perennials that get top-heavy.

Create an In�mate Entry Garden A garden arch makes a visual

connec�on between the landscape and the house, and signals

where to enter. Here, an exaggerated lamppost with a curved

support bracket serves the same purpose. A Japanese red maple

brushes the top of the arm and a rhododendron reaches around

the post to soGen the structure and blend it into its surround-

ings. A bronze light hangs over the latch-side post; in the even-

ing, the wooden arm almost disappears, and the lamp appears to

float.

The paving should signal the style of a home and garden, too.

This one consists of irregular, mul�colored pieces of slate—

probably original to the 1920s house. Now, lined with hosta and

Japanese painted fern where it's shady, and white 'Annabelle'

hydrangeas, 'Nikko Blue' hydrangeas, and ever-blooming pink

roses where there's filtered light, it serves as a casual pathway

for the informal co@age.

TREES AND SHRUBS

Fall is an ideal �me to shop for and plant new trees and shrubs. They'll have a chance to establish roots over

the winter, and at nurseries you'll see the beginnings of true fall colors. In many areas, this is the best month

for plan�ng evergreen trees and heathers.

Choose trees and shrubs with edible berries to provide meals for wildlife, or select for bright splashes of fall

foliage. Reduce watering for established shrubs and trees so they can harden off in prepara�on for winter.

Watch fruit trees for signs of mildew. Take cuRngs from roses.

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Are you ready to ge t c rea t i v e ? WORKSHOP HOST DATE

Bowling Ball Yard Art Diane Clark 6/14

Ver�cal Gardens Mary GarreO 7/26

Faux Boulder Bubbler Diane Clark 8/30

Leaf Cas�ng Diane Clark 9/20

Leaf Cas�ng Finishing TBD TBD

Wine BoOle Rain Chain TBD TBD

RSVP is required on all workshops due to limited space.

Wai�ng list will be started when spaces are filled. Please let us

know if you can’t make it so someone else can join the fun.

All you have to do is pay for the material costs.

Some workshops will have a flat fee for all inclusive material kits, oth-

er workshops will have a par�al fee for bulk materials provided, and a

few workshops will have a@endees bring all of the materials.

Sign Up Sheets will be at the General Meetings Got questions? Contact, WGSO Activities Chair,

Paullei Mumme [email protected] or 642-4767

WGSO is on the move again for our Night Tour Caravan! We’ll meet

for a potluck cookout at Bob & Sue Jones’ home and then pile into

our cars to proceed to the next house on the list. There is no cost to

join the fun, other than a potluck dish.

Diane has planned a fun filled evening with a few twists.

Discover a new twist at each home we visit so bring a

lawn chair and be prepared to have FUN!

Want to discover all the surprises Diane has in

store for us? The WGSO Night Tour Caravan is

free, but we ask that you sign up at September

General, email [email protected], or

call Diane at home and leave a message. Sign by

September 20th so we can get an accurate head

count for the entrée’ - WGSO members will bring

the sides - disposable containers work best!

We’ll meet up at 5:30 pm and eat around 6:00 pm then load up the

caravan and head to the next stop. Note: We s�ll need 3 homes in

the Edmond/NW OKC area.

WHEN: Saturday September 27th 5:30 pm to 11:00 pmish

WHERE: Bob & Sue Jones

18333 Whitetail Court

Edmond, OK 341-4179 TIPS:

1. Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring a jacket.

2. Bring an umbrella.

3. Have your car filled with fuel.

4. Don’t forget to bring a fully charged phone.

5. Get the list of homes on tour at the Jones.

6. Check your email for last minute changes!

7. INCLEMATE WEATHER: If it’s just drizzle - we’re a go. If there’s

any doubt - call before you head out! CHECK YOUR EMAIL!

L E A F C A S T I N G W O R K S H O P L E A F C A S T I N G W O R K S H O P RSVP Required - Don’t Delay -

Limited Space Available

Wai�ng list will be started when

are filled. Please let us know if you can’t

make it so someone else can join the fun.

This will be the only leaf cas�ng workshop in 2014!

If your yard is void of these magnificent wonders, don’t fret -we have

a source for large leaves so everyone who wants to join the fun is

welcomed. Cost of materials is about $20 and will make two large

leaf cas�ngs. You purchase and bring the materials and we’ll show

you how. Supply list will be provided to RSVP list.

Diane Clark’s House

4900 NW 35 Street - OKC, OK 73122

947-6999 Leave Message or

Email [email protected] to put reserve your spot.

STATE FAIR DEMOSSTATE FAIR DEMOS

SATURDAY SEPT 13TH IN THE OKLAHOMA EXPO HALL

2 PM TO 4 PM

Support WGSO invite all you friends, family, and co-workers to check

out the WGSO demos of our workshops over the years.

For a complete Calendar of Events at the Oklahoma State Fair visit

www.okstatefair.com/#oklahoma-state-fair

POND PRO COOKOUT: SATURDAY OCTOBER 11 @ 5 PM

Bring a side dish and redeem your Pond Dollars*. If you’ve bought

anything this year or a@ended Pond Pro Classes, you have earned Pond

Dollars . There are s�ll two classes before the cookout!

In years past, Pond Pro gave away Pond Dollars in their newsle@er,

stay tuned next month to see if they do it again.

Sign up at the September meeting. RSVP is required.

*Check Pond Pro Shop for details about their Pond Dollar program.

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WGSO POND LIFE

Paullei Mumme

645 E Frolich Dr

Midwest City, OK 73110

Mailing Label

The 20th of each month is the deadline for

ar�cles/adver�sements for next month’s

issue of Pond Life. E-mail ar�cles and

adver�sements to Paullei Mumme at [email protected].


www.wgso.org

[email protected]

Jeannie Abts

Don Bishop

Diana Clark

T Mike Ellio@

Nancy Fox

James Garre@

Rose Gideon

Debbie Guidry

Shela Hill

Judith Hogan

Bill James

Karen Beeman

Kurt Stroughn

Tonah Tharp

Steve Thomson

∗ Stop pruning and fer�lizing

∗ Bring summer vaca�oning houseplants back indoors while the windows are s�ll open. Check

carefully for hitchhiking pests

∗ Start fall clean-up in the flower beds, cuRng back anything that has finished blooming or is dis-

eased

∗ Take cuRngs to overwinter indoors

∗ Start winterizing your water garden

∗ Watch for frost warning and cover tender plants

∗ Photograph your gardens and containers for a record of the year's triumphs and frustra�ons

∗ Give the compost a last turn

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