The Yellow Jessamine Garden Club met on Tuesday, April 4, 2017 at 6:30pm at the residence of Larue Bracey. 12 members were present.
The meeting was called to order by President Mildred Mishue.
She thanked Larue Bracey for allowing the club to meet in her beautiful abode and for providing refreshments. Homemade chicken salad, deviled eggs, orange and pineapple dessert were served. The blessing was given as we partook in the food prepared.
The hostess’ flower arrangement of azaleas, iris’, scotch broom, and star of Bethlehem was also recognized. This unique bouquet was assembled in a wire chicken planter with brightly colored easter eggs in the bottom.
After our meal, Judy Powell called roll by the answering of each member’s favorite spring annual flower. Begonias, petunias, periwinkle and marigolds were several annuals that were mentioned. Secretary Judy Powell also read the minutes from the March meeting and they were approved.
Membership Chairman Earline Moody declared there were no new prospects at this time.
Projects and Litter Chairman Frances Tyler scheduled a workday, for Monday, April 17. At that workday, the new Chairman, Dianne Pittman, conveyed that new flowers will be placed at J.P. Camp Roadside Park, as well as, Harmon Park.
President Mildred Mishue expounded upon new business. She distributed a pamphlet that introduced several signs the YJGC is contemplating to allocate in Dillon. This will be a new project for the upcoming president. President Mildred Mishue also commented on particular donations that the YJGC received and the various projects that will possibly benefit from them.
Next, Ways and Means Chairman, Judy Powell, expressed there was no business at this time.
Publicity Chairman, Melissa Moody, distributed the newsletter and reported that our meeting and Coastal District Spring meeting was in the Dillon Herald. Birthdays for April include: Cathy McDaniel-April 4; Earline Moody-April 29.
Dianne Pittman gave a report on Canadian geese.(Branta Canadensis) The Canadian goose is a large wild goose that has white areas on the face region and darker on the neck and head. They are adaptable to many habitats and benefit well to civilization.
Lakes, ponds and grassy areas are great for nesting areas. These birds mate for life, unless one may pass. While breeding, the male goose or gander, guards the nests. His technique is quite a sight. The gander lowers his head, opens his wings and heads toward the victim, hoping to scare it away.
These birds form a “V-formation” when flying.
The sound this large bird makes is undeniable. Its loud “HONK” is one sure way to recognize this species.
After the presentation, President Mildred Mishue stated that a few members were planning to attend the Garden Club of South Carolina’s 87th Convention in Greenville on Saturday, April 29, entitled; Blooming and Growing in the Upstate.
Next, the program leader for the evening was Mildred Mishue, however, VP Mary Ricks presented the program.
The program was entitled, “Annual, Biennial or Perennial.” Annual: one growing season for the life cycle of the plant. These plants need to be replanted each year. Several examples are petunias and zinnias. Biennial: two years for the life cycle to be complete. Hollycocks and foxgloves are a few examples of these types of flowers.
Last but not least, are perennials. These plants usually return each year. Tulips, lilies, and black-eyed susans are an excellent specimen of perennials. (GCSC Objective: Encourage civic planting, gardening & conservation)
Either of these models of plants can be beneficial. Each can be found at local nurseries and flower shows.
The key to electing is up to the gardener. All can be beneficial in beautifying yards and gardens for years to come.
After the program, Frances Tyler inducted the new 2017-2018 officers by presenting the four with a rose.
They are as follows: President: Mary Ricks, Vice President: Dianne Pittman, Secretary: Darlene Wilkerson, Treasurer: Judy Powell, Asst. Treasurer: Frances Tyler. Other officers include: Membership Chairman: Larue Bracey, Projects and Litter: Dianne Pittman, Chaplain/ Telephone Correspondence: Earline Moody, Ways and Means Chairman: Mildred Mishue, Birds Chairman: Frances Tyler.
Mary Ricks, 2017-2018 President, presented outgoing President Mildred Mishue, with a rose as well. She also stated the stellar leadership that Mildred had given to the club. The Yellow Jessamine acquired several new members, in addition to new projects, under the supervision of Mildred.
The Yellow Jessamine Garden Club looks forward to the impressive projects for the busy, upcoming year and congratulates the new officers.
The door prize of an outdoor flag was won by Mildred Mishue.
The meeting was then adjourned.
The next meeting will be Saturday, May 6, 2017. The Yellow Jessamine Garden Club will be attending the Pearl Fryar Topiary Garden In Bishopville, SC.
The Yellow Jessamine Garden Club is a member of the National Garden Clubs, Inc., South Atlantic Region, The Garden Club of South Carolina, Inc., and the Coastal District of South Carolina.