DAFFODILS 400 BLOOM
April 2023
In 2020, the Great Island Garden Club (GIGC) began a 3-year project to celebrate New Castle’s 400th anniversary in 2023. Daffodil bulbs were sold to town residents to plant in their gardens. GIGC members also planted bulbs at the Great Island Common, Town Landing/Coast Guard Station, the causeway 'boat,' Library/Recreation Center, and fire & police stations. In all, nearly 8,000 bulbs were planted. The hope was that by the actual anniversary celebration, every yard, garden, and public space would be awash with color. It worked!
Daffodils signify rebirth and new beginnings, thus honoring our last 400 years and looking ahead to the next 400. More practically, daffodils are hardy, deer-resistant, and quick to multiply. Plan a drive to New Castle in mid to late April 2023 to see thousands of bright yellow, white, and orange daffodils in bloom. It will be quite a sight!
April 2023
In 2020, the Great Island Garden Club (GIGC) began a 3-year project to celebrate New Castle’s 400th anniversary in 2023. Daffodil bulbs were sold to town residents to plant in their gardens. GIGC members also planted bulbs at the Great Island Common, Town Landing/Coast Guard Station, the causeway 'boat,' Library/Recreation Center, and fire & police stations. In all, nearly 8,000 bulbs were planted. The hope was that by the actual anniversary celebration, every yard, garden, and public space would be awash with color. It worked!
Daffodils signify rebirth and new beginnings, thus honoring our last 400 years and looking ahead to the next 400. More practically, daffodils are hardy, deer-resistant, and quick to multiply. Plan a drive to New Castle in mid to late April 2023 to see thousands of bright yellow, white, and orange daffodils in bloom. It will be quite a sight!
Activities
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We plant and maintain the window boxes and planters at the Town Office Building and the window boxes Post Office. We plant and maintain The Village Garden at the corner of Wentworth Road and Main Street. The Recreation Center landscaping was installed by the Garden Club in 2010 and is maintained by the club. The planters at the Common Gatehouse are planted by the club and maintained by the town. We hold meetings September through June that potential members are welcomed to attend. If you'd like to attend a monthly meeting please visit our contact page. |
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Outreach
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The Great Island Garden Club contributes annually to the following organizations:
Southeast Land Trust Crossroads Conservation Law Foundation We also contribute and collaborate with the local elementary school, Maude H Trefethen, for it's gardening endeavors. |
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