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Greetings!
Well, I certainly wish we would get some rain! All these days of higher-than-average temperatures, combined with gale-force winds, are really taking a toll on garden plants and garden people! It's hard to believe it could be so humid for so long, without actually raining. I was pleasantly surprised, however, to see that corn and cotton in fields around the garden center have sprouted. What little moisture they got from dew and humidity must have worked for germination. Mother Nature makes do, and I guess we'll have to as well!
We've got several exciting events coming up, and I hope you can attend one or more of them. I want to especially invite you to the last Urban Harvest class of the spring: Summer Herbs, on May 1 from 2:00 to 3:00pm. Diana Liga will present this workshop on the best herbs for the dog days of summer. Come early for the trunk show with Lisa and Susie and stay late for a beer or a lemonade!
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Wind and (No) Rain
Are you having trouble keeping your plants watered? We are! The unusually dry conditions and extremely windy weather are making hydration a real challenge. The winds are especially difficult. Plants in containers are falling over and suffering damage in the process. Plants in the landscape are being torn and tangled in the wind. And dehydration is especially rapid in weather conditions like these.  | | Wilting From Lack Of Water |
The entire stateof Texas is currently experiencing some sort of drought, so if you're running automatic sprinklers, please make sure you use them when the winds are calm. Check for leaky fittings and propertiming. It may be easier to get the water where you want it to go if you water by hand. The plants most vulnerable to dehydration are newly planted trees, shrubs and flowers. Make sure you attend to them before you water established plants and lawns. Hanging baskets will be thirsty in hot, windy weather. You may find, depending on how sunny it is, that baskets need water every day. Check your
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container plants in the morning and evening for wilt. Plants may wilt during the middle of the day, and still have moist, cool soil. If this happens, they should perk up by evening. Don't water plants that are already wet. Sometimes, the wind can strip the moisture from a plant faster than the roots can provide it, even if the soil is wet. If this is happening to your containers, try to put them out of the wind for a while, until they recover. Meanwhile, if you have a little rain ritual you perform, now's the time to do it! We'll all be grateful when the rains return.
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Cecilia Campos Merino
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Born in La Paz, Bolivia, Cecilia first trained as an architect and later specialized in fine arts, particularly sculpture. She has exhibited her fine works in several cities in Bolivia, Mexico, Canada, Houston and Sugar Land, delighting observers and collectors alike. Her pieces are represented in private collections all over the world, including Bolivia, Venezuela, France, China, Italy, Spain, Denmark, Canada and the US. Papershell is proud to present this unique collection of paintings and three-dimensional objects.  | | "Vencedor" |
Cecilia works in several media but her works center on the interpretation of nature and the natural cycles of life and death. She draws on the colors and rhythms of her homeland, the Bolivian Andes, which inform and elevate her paintings. Her paintings have an expressive narrative arc, which is made concrete using polyptychs, or three-dimensional shapes. She combines universal symbology with her own, unique vision of the wonder of the universe in the vibrant, almost surreal colors of her beloved mountain home in La Paz. We invite you to meet Cecilia Campos Merino on Saturday, May 7 from 4:00 to 5:30pm. Her powerful works will be on view and for sale at Papershell - and we know you'll enjoy talking with this expressive and creative artist. Join us!
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Eucomis: Pineapple Lilies and Aloha Lilies
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Interested in a winter-hardy, easy-care flowering bulb? Try the exotic Eucomis family! These lovely South African natives are also known as Pineapple Lilies because the flower forms on a stalk resembling a pineapple. "Sparking Burgundy" is a larger plant, 24-36" tall, with rich, maroon foliage and smoky pink flowers. The foliage gradually fades to olive-green before blooming, then reverts to the bright burgundy color. This dramatic accent plant can tolerate full sun, but you'll see richer color with a bit of afternoon shade. Water well during the growing season.  | | "Leia" |
A smaller version of the pineapple lily, Aloha Lilies are just as hardy in our area. 'Leia' is a named variety that grows to just 18" tall, with bright green foliage and powder-puff pink flowers. Each little flower spike is crowned with a halo of tiny green leaves. Both lilies bloom in late summer, so get them established in your garden now, for best results. Available in 1-gallon containers for $9.99. |
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Fresh From The Garden
Even if you didn't get your spring garden in, you can still enjoy farm-fresh treats!
While you're in the Rosenberg area, pay a visit to Pavlock Farms, at 210 Huntington Road. You'll find a good variety of locally grown veggies, as well as veggies brought in for the early season. Honey and pickles too! Pavlock Farms is open Monday through Saturday.
On Sundays, you can stop by the Farmer's Market at Wild West World. Here you'll find produce as well as soaps, grass-fed beef and fresh grape pie (in season)!
Interested in a longer-term commitment? All We Need Farms in Needville now taking subscriptions for the summer/fall season. This sort of arrangement is called Community Supported Agriculture and members purchase shares of a farmer's production. It's a great way to get to know the people who produce the food we eat, and maybe find a new vegetable to try!
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Please stop by and visit! Have a glass of world-famous lemonade -- we'd love to meet you!
Sincerely,
Elizabeth Barrow
Papershell: A Garden Gallery
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Urban Harvest Class: Summer Herbs
Sunday, May 1
2:00 - 3:00 pm
$15 for Urban Harvest Members. $23 for non-members. Registration required
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Trunk Show: Lisa Bonin and Susie Curry
Sunday, May 1
12:00 - 5:00 pm
Handmade mosaic and fused glass. Pick up a little pretty for Mother's Day!
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Beer Tasting!
Sunday, May 1
3:00-5:30 pm
The Paper Cup's getting closer and closer to becoming a reality! Come have a beer with the Biermeister -- varieties TBD!
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Opening Reception: Cecilia Campos Merino
Saturday, May 7
4:00-5:30 pm
Meet Cecilia Campos Merino, whose work is featured in the gallery this month. Enjoy a glass of wine while you view her powerful paintings.
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Mother's Day!
Sunday, May 8
All day, and not nearly long enough!
Can't decide what to get? If you didn't find anything at the artist trunk shows, or in our gallery, there's always gift cards...
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Art Market/Open Studio
Saturday, June 18
2:00-7:00pm
Save the date! A dozen area artists will be at Papershell with their newest work. Unique and interesting work, party atmosphere and cash bar (beer and wine). What more could you want?
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