Author Archives: Karin Kiontke

Party!

Posted on 2016-06-16 by Karin Kiontke

Yesterday, we met for our annual June garden party. The evening was perfect: it was warm but not hot or humid and even the mosquitoes stayed away until it got dark. Like every year, garden members and guests put up a wonderful spread. … Continue reading →

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Last week in the garden

Posted on 2016-06-06 by Karin Kiontke

The roses are still very pretty. The old garden roses have almost finished blooming, but other varieties are open now. Last week, the lovely Ballerina and our pink Meidiland rose formed a beautiful backdrop for a blue clematis.   And there is … Continue reading →

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Plant profile: Jack in the Pulpit

Posted on 2016-05-31 by Karin Kiontke

Earlier this year in March, these impressive spikes appeared under the crab apple tree. They belong to a Jack in the pulpit from East Asia (Arisaema ringens). They later developed into large tripartite leaves: And now, exotic flowers emerged:   This Jack … Continue reading →

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Peonies, Peonies, Peonies!

Posted on 2016-05-28 by Karin Kiontke

It suddenly got hot in New York City and the herbaceous peonies are racing to the finish. One day they look like a bridal bouquet, the next day, they are gone. Who wants to see the peonies in person should stop … Continue reading →

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Our Rose Walk was a great success

Posted on 2016-05-25 by Karin Kiontke

The roses and weather cooperated to make it a stunning day in the garden. People came from all over the city to see our roses, and were treated to a display of dozens of different varieties. The Old Garden Roses and some of … Continue reading →

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