Publications To Order

GCA by Design (The Flower Arranging Study Group of The Garden Club Of America)- this little gem comes out four times a year and is so much fun for all who relish in flower design. It is also very informative. The winter issue arrived last week containing photos of arrangements with explanations of how they were constructed, as well as the following information. Definitions with illustrations of: Clustering, Pave, Tufting, Layering, Stacking, Terracing and Grouping, and Zoning. And.... beautiful photos of Fioro Sulla Citta ("Flowers on The City") A flower show in Genoa Italy; Oh! those Europeans, they are the best!!! Near the back there is a page called, "Random Resources" consisting of tips from other arrangers such as this from Althea Higham; work the stem of Anthurium with thumbs together to establish curves just the way one handles Broom to make it curve. She notes that palm spaeths can be reshaped by soaking in water until sodden. For an interesting and unexpected shape in arrangements try plucking carnations and use the de-petaled head. Hope I have succeeded in sparking your interest . The subscription price is $40 (2 years) $60 (three years) or $80 (four years)

Make check payable to: GCA By Design Mail to:
Jessica Nicholson
3115 Military Pike
Lexington, Ky 40513


Speaking of publications, don't forget to subscribe to The National Gardener. This little gem (about the size of The Readers Digest ) contains tons of valuable information on everything from pest control, to garden write ups, to member services, to book reviews and Landscape Design info, to Garden Clippings (useful information) and on and on. It is also the source for hand book changes. It is published quarterly. This little magazine is so informative that as a prospective judge one must show proof of subscription before being allowed to sit for the hand book exam. Here is how to get it. For a mere $6 you can get a one year subscription or for another mere $18 you can subscribe for three years.

Send a check made out to The National Gardener and mail to:
The National Gardener
Circulation dept
4401 Magnolia Ave
St Louis, MO 63110-3492