Author Archives: markh

“If you plant them, they will grow….. unless other forces come into play.” –Old Gardener These wise words were spoken a long time ago by someone very, well… wise.  They apply to the Hospitality garden in most occasions. Last week … Continue reading →

Sinoia and Justin did major work in the Garden yesterday: massive amounts of new spring weeds that appeared overnight were forcibly removed (actually they got a start long ago, we have not been on top of them.) And then the … Continue reading →

So many seedlings! Today Maen and Dana, (a new garden club member) worked in the sun and wind to transplant about 125 healthy tomato plants into new digs (larger pots). This way they can continue to thrive in the greenhouse. … Continue reading →

It was warm in the greenhouse on Friday. And just enough room for 5 people. VP Dean, secretary Nick, grunt Henry, and all around hard working Justin planted  nearly 300 pepper and tomato seeds. Tomato varieties included Indigo Rose, Black … Continue reading →

Thursday Sept 22: SWEET BASIL EXTRAVAGANZA Members of the Garden Club will be  serving (and demonstrating) a number of desserts that feature fresh basil from the Garden. 12:45 in Namm 206 Come early for the best choice. Ice Cream, Cake, … Continue reading →

back of my neck gettin dirty and gritty.” -Lovin Spoonful Thankfully, it does cool off on the roof in the evening. And early mornings are nice up there too.  A good breeze helps, but that same ‘sirocco’ wind has blown … Continue reading →

 Today Maen and Jimmy transplanted about 100 tomato seedlings into comfortable new pots. It was good work.   They also tasted early radishes from the garden and some cilantro that wintered over. Hard to believe anything so delicate could get through … Continue reading →

Members of the Garden Club did some planting in the greenhouse at the Brooklyn Grange yesterday- three types of tomatoes: German Pink, Brandywine, and Indigo Rose; Red Zinnias; Anaheim Hot Pepper; and Marconi Gold ( a sweet pepper). We have … Continue reading →

The college community stepped up in a big way at the Garden Club Feast & Fundraiser. Guests came away from the event with sweet and savory treats, herb bundles from the garden and a satisfied smile.  The club had a … Continue reading →

On December 3 the Club is hosting a Holiday Party that will offer festive foods and gifts provided by Club members and will hopefully raise money for C.H.I.P.S. (This is a soup kitchen and support network in Park Slope) Our … Continue reading →