In addition to large numbers of irises (bearded, Siberian, Louisiana, and Japanese), peonies, and unnamed dahlia varieties, we are offering many named and rare species of summer-blooming bulbs, corms, and tubers. (For a complete master list of ALL plants being offered in the sale, go here.) TURK’S CAP LILY (Lilium superbum). This native perennial flower [more]
The ninth organized “cash mob” in Watauga County will visit Earthwood Farm (177 Southwood Trail, Boone) and then go to lunch at Thompson’s Seafood Restaurant (5714 Old U.S. Hwy 421 S., Deep Gap). The “cash mob” will gather at Earthwood Farm at 10 a.m. Earthwood is described as a “hobby farm” featuring fresh vegetables (carrots, [more]
ANNABELLE HYDRANGEA (Hydrangea arborescens). One of our all-time favorite landscape shrubs. Ours, planted along the appropriately named “Annabelle Hall,” should be beginning to bloom at the time of the plant sale, and they go on blooming through most of high summer. The greatest thing about them is that they bloom (white mop-heads) in full shade! [more]
We have received a limited number of named daylily varieties from a collector in Ohio. Many of these varieties sell retail for $15 and up, but we’ll be offering them at the June 15th Plant Sale for $3 each! These daylilies will all be double fans and quite vigorous. Look at the gorgeous color variations! [more]
Dr. Nolo Martinez, North Carolina’s first director of Hispanic/Latino Affairs under Governor Jim Hunt, will address the May luncheon of the Watauga County Democratic Women’s Club on the topic of “US Latino Politics: National Immigration Reform and NC Political Implications for Latinos.” Members and guests will gather at 11:30 a.m. for dutch-treat lunch on Wednesday, [more]
This is a partial list, as plants are being added on a daily basis. This list is alphabetized mainly by common name, with some cross-referencing to botanical names. Details about the Sale: One day only! June 15, 2013, starting at 7 a.m. (sorry, no early sales). Prices start at $1 and range upward, depending on [more]
By Anna Oakes, in the Watauga Democrat: Watauga County Democratic Party leaders on Saturday emphasized youth engagement and leadership in efforts to build a stronger party and get Democrats elected to offices in the Fifth District and state in 2014. The county party held its 2013 convention Saturday at the Watauga County Courthouse to elect [more]
April Luncheon Topic: “Why Appalachian People Vote the Way They Do” Retired Appalachian State University political science professor C. David Sutton will discuss the history and culture behind the voting habits of Appalachian people at the April luncheon of the Democratic Women’s Club of Watauga County. The club will meet on Wednesday, April 10, at [more]
By Chris Kromm, Institute of Southern Studies, April 5, 2013: Over the last week, Republicans in the North Carolina Senate have pushed a series of bills with wide-ranging implications for how people vote, including slashing early voting days, eliminating same-day registration, and placing new restrictions on student voting. The four proposed bills share one common [more]
The Watauga County Democratic Party will host its annual County Convention on Saturday, April 13, in Courtroom # 1 in the Watauga County Courthouse. Delegates and guests will gather at noon for a potluck luncheon and registration in the lobby outside Courtroom # 1. The Convention program will begin at 1 p.m. Delegates will hear [more]
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