Fallbrook Garden Club

Members, come join in the Fallbrook Garden Club's February Zoom General Meeting to see and hear "All About the Herb of the Year . Past and Present," which will be the topic by guest speaker Karen English. Karen is the current president and newsletter editor-in-chief for the San Diego Horticultural Society. She is also a long-time member of the International Herb Association (IHA) and is a frequent contributor to the Herb of the Year books that the group publishes. She has he...lped develop and coordinate national attention on herbs, herbal uses, herb businesses, and the IHA. You will have the opportunity to ask questions at the end of the presentation. Non-members, get your "Zoom Guest Invitation" from an FGC member, or please send your full name and email information to [email protected]. If you want to become a member, FGC offers special pricing to new members only for a limited time, $15 Individual, $25 couple/family. Go to www.fallbrookgardenclub.org, click on Membership, and download the form, fill it out, send it with your check. Fallbrook Garden Club was established in 1931. A charter member of California Garden Clubs, Inc., a member of Pacific Region Garden Clubs, Inc., and National Garden Clubs, Inc. "Like" us on Facebook and follow us on Instagram.

Fallbrook Garden Club will be having this month’s Zoom General Meeting guest speaker Nan Sterman, on January 26th at 1:00. Nan is San Diego Horticultural Society 2021 Horticulturist of the year. Join in to learn or ask your questions to this award-winning garden communicator. Get your Zoom Guest Invitation from an FGC member, or please send your full name and email information to [email protected]. If you would like to become a member, FGC offers special pricin...g to new members only for a limited time, $15 Individual, $25 couple/family. Go to www.fallbrookgardenclub.org, click on Membership, and download the form, fill it out, send it with your check. Fallbrook Garden Club was established in 1931. Is a charter member of California Garden Clubs, Inc., a member of Pacific Region Garden Clubs, Inc., and National Garden Clubs, Inc. "Like" us on Facebook and follow us on Instagram.

Mary Jo Bacik gave another Study Group class to interested Fallbrook Garden Club members on herbs. That's Mary Jo hidden behind her mask and ball cap "showing off" her beautiful winter garden including broccoli and red chard. There is so much to talk about that she has had to break the herbs discussion into several meetings. Check the monthly newsletter, The Garden Chirp, or FGC’s website for the next meeting. Fallbrook Garden Club was established in 1931. Is a charter member of California Garden Clubs, Inc., a member of Pacific Region Garden Clubs, Inc., and National Garden Clubs, Inc. "Like" us on Facebook and follow us on Instagram. To learn more about the Fallbrook Garden Club, or become a member to join in on the General Meetings and other activities, visit the club's website: www.fallbrookgardenclub.org.

Fallbrook Garden Club invites all members to join in on Zoom to welcome Nan Sterman as our January Guest Speaker. Nan Sterman, who has a background in biology, understands what it takes to complement plants in unique landscape designs. She practices water-wise techniques, recommending plants given the existing soil and environmental conditions. Nan's busy schedule includes giving presentations; writing articles for publication, including two ongoing columns in the San Diego... Union-Tribune; and hosting her award-winning TV show, "A Growing Passion." As Nan encourages us: "Follow her on a path everywhere plants grow." There is no limit as to where Nan will take us. Fallbrook Garden Club was established in 1931. Is a charter member of California Garden Clubs, Inc., a member of Pacific Region Garden Clubs, Inc., and National Garden Clubs, Inc. "Like" us on Facebook and follow us on Instagram. To learn more about the Fallbrook Garden Club, or become a member to join in on the General Meetings and other activities, visit the club's website: www.fallbrookgardenclub.org.

Traveling through town, you may notice a few spooky visitors. Don’t despair, for these visitors are scarecrows that come out every October for Fallbrook Scarecrow Days. The scarecrows are dressed up to add a little festivity all along Main Ave. This year Fallbrook Garden Club member Patricia Vasquez has dressed "Mabel" as Mabel the Fortuneteller. Mabel planted herself in The Jewelry Connection window at 101 N. Main Ave., on Main Ave and Alvarado's corner. There you will... see her looking into the future as she gazes into her crystal ball. Check out Club Happenings on FGC website's home page www.fallbrookgardenclub.org. Like us on Facebook and follow us on Instagram.

Fallbrook Grangetto’s is a one-stop place to get all your farm, gardening, and irrigation supplies. While there, pick up a plant or two from the Fallbrook Garden Club’s plant sale. There is a variety of plants to choose from for your landscape and home. Not only are the plants’ prices a great deal, but your purchase from the sale helps the community. All proceeds go to Fallbrook Garden Club’s community projects and local school scholarships. GRANGETTO’S FARM & GARDEN SUPPLY... 530 E. Alvarado St., Fallbrook Store hours: M-F 7:00-4:00; Sat. 7:00-3:00; Closed Sunday QUALITY PRODUCTS EXPERT ADVICE FRIENDLY SERVICE! *Masks are required. Like us on Facebook and follow us on Instagram. Check out our website www.fallbrookgardenclub.org.

The Fallbrook Membership Co-Chairs Mary Foster and Norma Gomez are pleased to announce the winner of the Fallbrook Garden Club’s Membership Contest The winner is Ila Atkins! Ila Atkins is new to Fallbrook but not to gardening. Her father was a professional landscaper, and her mother is an avid gardener.... Ila always admired the beauty and magic of plants but found herself hesitant at growing them until last year. Now 20 plants later, she is addicted! CONGRATULATIONS, ILA ATKINS! All Members of the Fallbrook Garden Club welcomes you to the Beauty and Magic of gardening!

Plant Sale Event! Fallbrook Garden Club plant sale event! Many small and medium decorated potted plants, plus an assortment of plants to choose from, large or small, sun or shade. It’s an excellent opportunity to buy from Fallbrook Garden Club’s selection of plants and containers. All proceeds from the sale support the FGC community projects and scholarships.... The plant sale is at Grangetto’s, where all your gardening and irrigation supplies are for your next garden project. GRANGETTO’S FARM & GARDEN SUPPLY 530 E. Alvarado St., Fallbrook Store hours: M-F 7:00-4:00; Sat. 7:00-3:00; Closed Sunday Masks are required. See more

Now that September is here, have you started your September garden checklist? 1. Start seeds for cool-season vegetables, herbs, and flowers: Vegetables: lettuce, broccoli, carrots, beans, onions. Herbs: basil, chives, cilantro, dill, rosemary, thyme.... Flowers: Calendula, Lavender, Nasturtium, Sweet Peas. 2. Tidy up your potting shed. 3. Clear debris and deadhead plants. 4. Start a compost bin, throw all plant clippings in, but toss away insect and diseased damaged plants in the trash. 5. Maintain and pick fruit from woody shrubs, trees, and vines. Follow us on Instagram and check out FGC's website www.fallbrookgardenclub.org photo by Markus Spiske

What’s in your picnic basket? Fallbrook Garden Club invites you to join in and attend our virtual summer picnic at www.fallbrookgardenclub.org. Let's enjoy the fun together! No masks or distancing required! Send photos of your summertime harvest pickings along with plant-based recipes! May submit pictures only, or if you would like to share a recipe, please give credit to the original source.... Submit your first name along with recipes and the common name of your garden vegetables, fruits, seeds, photos to [email protected]. photo by Fa Barboza

YOU'VE GOT MAIL USDA Investigates Packages of Unsolicited Seeds from China. USDA is aware that people across the country have received suspicious, unsolicited packages of seed that appear to be coming from China. USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is working closely with the Department of Homeland Security’s Customs and Border Protection, other federal agencies, and State departments of agriculture to investigate the situation.... USDA urges anyone who receives an unsolicited package of seeds to immediately contact their State plant regulatory official or APHIS State plant health director. Please hold onto the seeds and packaging, including the mailing label, until someone from your State department of agriculture or APHIS contacts you with further instructions. Do not plant seeds from unknown origins. To finish reading the full report from the United States Department of Agriculture Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service at: https://www.aphis.usda.gov//sa_b/sa-2020/sa-07/seeds-china To report any suspicious seeds go to the websites as directed. California State Plant Regulatory Official Website: https://nationalplantboard.org/california/ California State Plant Health Director Website: https://www.aphis.usda.gov//ppq-program-ov/sphd/california

Are you new to the area? Or just new to gardening? There are great benefits and so much to learn by joining the Fallbrook Garden Club. We would like to hear why you want to be a member. Send your email to [email protected], and you could WIN a one-year membership! Don't forget to check out the Virtual Flower Show on our website: www.fallbrookgardenclub.org.

Since 1946 Fallbrook Garden Club (FGC) has awarded scholarships to students currently enrolled in local area schools pursuing degrees in horticultural or agricultural-related fields of study. This year three recipients have been presented their scholarship award from Fallbrook Garden Club Scholarship Co-Chair Suzanne Kestell. To learn more about Fallbrook Garden Club, become a member or check-out FGC's Virtual Flower Show visit the newly relaunched website: www.fallbrookga...rdenclub.org. Recipients: Christian Estill, Lucille Goode, and Madison Causey

For several years the Fallbrook Garden Club ("FGC") has donated their time, as well as plant containers and plants throughout the community. Many Members do volunteer work, like member Janice Phoenix. They are always there to help plant and tend to areas around Fallbrook, such as the entrance to Fallbrook Senior Center, Live Oak Park, or at Fallbrook Library Poets Patio and Outdoor Reading Garden. The dedicated time and effort put in by FGC’s members are unwavering in keepi...ng our community visually beautiful. Yet, more importantly, it is one way of giving back to this wonderful community we all love to live in and share. To learn more about Fallbrook Garden Club, become a member or check-out FGC's Virtual Flower Show visit the newly relaunched website: www.fallbrookgardenclub.org. Member Janice Phoenix tending plants at Fallbrook Library

Members of the Fallbrook Garden Club are lending their gardening expertise and donating plants to the Fallbrook Food Pantry for the new landscaping at their new location at 140 N. Brandon Street. The Fallbrook Garden Club was founded in 1931 and since that time has worked with the Fallbrook community and its non-profits to conserve and preserve our natural resources and promote civic responsibility and beautification. The Fallbrook Food Pantry provides one million pounds of nutritious food annually to those in need. Pictured left to right (with their masks temporarily off for the photo) Ellie Knight, Fallbrook Garden Club; Young Milton, Food Pantry; and Sandi LeMasters, Fallbrook Garden Club.