Phoenix Farm Tour

Members of the Rocky Hill Garden Club toured Phoenix Farm in October, 2023. Located on 76 Nooks Hill Road in Cromwell, it is run by Christine and John Whitney. It is an organic farm. Christine explained the process of transitioning from outside fields to winter gardening in their greenhouses. We toured the outside fields, listened to how they farm organically, saw their seedlings for inside and how they run their greenhouses. Their store was open to buy their organic vegetables including pumpkins and baked goods. There are displays with photo opportunities.

Mason Bee House Project

In March, 2019, members created Mason bee houses to promote these native bees to their gardens. Mason bees do not sting and they are excellent pollinators.

Teabags Project

In November, 2016, members brought together the herbs they have grown all season with some other purchased ingredients to make tea. Members filled new teabags guided by herbal and black tea recipes as well as their own experiments. After, we sampled our different teas.

Vegetable Quilt Project

In 2014, members created a beautiful quilt showcasing vegetables, the theme of the year. It was raffled to a very lucky entrant.

Leafy Greens Containers

Members created beautiful containers of leafy greens to adorn their porches and patios for the summer.

Fall Wreaths

Members met at Comstock Ferry for a workshop to create a seasonal wreath of dried greens and flowers.

Giuffrida Park Hike

Members hiked the trails of Giuffrida Park in Meriden, CT on a crisp bright autumn day.

Thankful Arnold House Tour

Members met at the Thankful Arnold House in Durham for a house and garden tour of the historic property.