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Garden Club There was gold. There was silver. Over loaded galleons could barely stay afloat as they left the new world. But the ones departing Mexico in the 16th century still had room for some small seeds. These plants were unfamiliar to the Old World but soon were growing in the palace gardens of Madrid. They were given the Greek word for beauty, "kosmos." Their lacy beauty enchanted the wife of the English ambassador to Spain, the Marchioness of Bute, and she brought some seeds back to her homeland in 1789. A half century later they started beautifying American gardens directly from Mexico. Cosmos are a member of the aster family. They are an annual plant grown from seeds planted after the danger of frost has passed. They like full sun and have been known to grow to five feet. Cosmos don't need to be fertilized Bereavement Group Have you lost a loved on? Are you feeling sad, overwhelmed, confused? Talking and sharing with others in a warm and nurturing environment can help. We've been there. Let us use our experience to support you during this time of transition. We expect that our recurring twelve week group will begin in $25 off any Waste $500 off King Garbage Disposal 1/2hp and 1hp models with installation. Lifetime parts and labor warranty on 1hp models New Bliss Walk-In Bath Tub, and tile surround with purchase and installation Exp. June 1, 2013 Exp. June 1, 2013 and can withstand drought conditions. They self-seed in the garden but may change colors in the process. Cosmos come in a variety of violetred-orange-yellow hues. They do attract butterflies. Mother Nature does have a bit of a cruel streak with Cosmos. There is a variety, Cosmos atrosanguineus, the chocolate Cosmos that looks and smells like real chocolate but cannot be eaten. This beauty is a favorite for weddings and often found in bridal bouquets. Due to schedule conflicts and waning enthusiasm the Garden Club is now dormant. New leadership is needed to prepare meetings, arrange speakers and handle administrative tasks associated with these meetings. In the meantime, this column will continue to offer insights into gardening here at Four Seasons. ~ Leonard Tavernetti May. Each meeting will last for two hours. The exact date and time will be announced soon. Please feel free to call or e-mail to Laurie at (951) 922-0934, lauriemlarson425@gmail.com and/or sign the interest sheet in the Lodge. ~ Laurie Larson $150 off any Nuvo Salt Free Water Softener System with installation Exp. June 1, 2013 $100 off any American made Bradford White Water Heater with installation Exp. June 1, 2013 All coupons cannot be combined with other offers or discounts 36 FOUR SEASONS BREEZE | MAY 2013 | clubs & Groups CLUBS & GROUPS | FOUR SEASONS BREEZE | MAY 2013 37