The Verplanck Garden Club

10/24/2026

Did you know….

10/23/2026

10/23/2026

The Roots of Liberty project is complete. Our VGC volunteers spent two days this week pulling out plants, raking, and putting down grass seed to restore the locations where the gardens had been. Some of the locations wanted to keep the Colonial soldier silhouettes and they will be on loan for a bit longer. I’d like to thank all the locations that hosted a garden, and all of the members that planted, weeded and watered to keep our gardens looking their best through the anniversary of the 250th year of our Independence. I’d also like to thank the staff of the Town of Fishkill Highway and Buildings and Grounds department, who helped us by delivering dirt, mulch and straw whenever we needed it. And to Robert Van Winkle, whose craftsmanship made the vision of the soldier silhouettes come into reality.

10/21/2026

There is a link to a video that is very helpful on how to capture them.

For an invasive pest, the spotted lanternfly is a beautifully colorful insect. But don’t be fooled—this planthopper can be destructive. Officials want you to squash them on sight, but these tricksters can be difficult to flatten because they naturally leap away from predators when threatened. A water bottle however, can be an effective trap. See how: https://bit.ly/4mzjWYn

📸: US Department of Agriculture

10/21/2026

10/18/2026

Something to think about while seed collecting.

10/18/2026

Our guide to creating deer-proof sanctuaries. Learn about plants that repel deer and how to deter deer with respect for nature.

10/15/2026

The Verplank Garden Club held its monthly general meeting yesterday.One of our young and eloquent summer camper told us about how much fun it was to spend time at Stony Kill Farm Summer Camp. She also answered many questions asked by the members. We managed to take care of business and to enjoy some delicious treats prepared by Donna Shelley Baumler, Angie Biersack, Denise Byrnes,Nancy Condon,Jean Height,Mary Hemingway,Pat Higgins and JoAnn Norris.Thank you for setting such a beautiful table and for bringing a variety of sweet and savory bites.