Mary Lee Minor

1 week ago | bucyrustelegraphforum.com | Mary Lee Minor

A nosegay was created using pink roses, various foliage and other flowers for a wedding vow renewal ceremony. The nosegay was assembled using a floral foam half-sphere in a posey holder, decorated with ribbons and eyelet. The author tossed the nosegay, which was caught by an unmarried woman over 85 years old. The most recent venture over the garden fence sent me to was a friend's home where roses were blooming. Terri and Randy Lady still do justice to growing this queen of flowers.

2 weeks ago | bucyrustelegraphforum.com | Mary Lee Minor

John Lortz of Upper Sandusky has cultivated an extensive iris garden over the past three years. The garden features a variety of tall bearded irises, obtained through trades and borrowing, along with other perennials. Lortz meticulously documents his collection with numbered posts and corresponding cards containing plant information. In addition to gardening, Lortz is a skilled woodcarver and contributes to his community through set building for the local high school.

3 weeks ago | bucyrustelegraphforum.com | Mary Lee Minor

Mary Lee Minor/Special to Bucyrus Telegraph-ForumBucyrus Telegraph-ForumAn early season garden tour showcased various blooming flowers, including peonies, amsonia, chives, poppies and yarrows. The tour highlighted several iris varieties, notably the large, uniquely colored Judy Mogil and the smaller, pink-and-yellow Sugar Rush. Irises are recommended for gardeners as they add color before other perennials bloom and are deer-resistant.

1 month ago | bucyrustelegraphforum.com | Mary Lee Minor

Mary Lee Minor/Special to Bucyrus Telegraph-ForumBucyrus has been recognized as a Tree City USA for the eighth time. The city met the four core standards for Tree City USA recognition - a tree ordinance, a tree commission, a $2 per capita urban forestry program and an annual Arbor Day observance. The Bucyrus Tree Commission manages urban forestry, including tree planting, maintenance and storm damage cleanup.

1 month ago | bucyrustelegraphforum.com | Mary Lee Minor

Three members of the Earth, Wind and Flowers Garden Club will open their gardens to the public Saturday morning, May 31. The gardens feature a variety of plants, including perennials, annuals, daylilies, hostas and native plants. Visitors can expect to see unique garden styles, water features, garden art and labeled plant displays. The gardeners will share their experiences and techniques for dealing with challenges like deer.