Sitting serenely by the majestic oak tree in front of Lakeside Club House is a new 4-foot teak bench that was donated by the Blackhawk Bloomers Garden Club to commemorate their 25th anniversary. The tree where the bench sits is a Coast Live Oak (Quercus agrifolia). According to Kevin Sullivan, Head of Agronomy at Blackhawk Country Club, the tree is probably 100+, maybe even closer to 150 years old. Surrounding the bench, 150 daffodils were planted, which will add a springtime splash of color. The bench is a lovely place to sit, relax and reflect.
2022-2023 Bloomers Executive Board
Twenty-five years ago, a group of 5 Blackhawk residents got together over coffee and decided to start a women’s group dedicated to the interest and love of gardening. Within the year they had 16 members, and 25 years later that number has surged to 175+. While the size of the group has changed, the purpose has not. The Blackhawk Bloomers is a nonprofit with the goal of fostering an interest in gardens and gardening through educational programs and social events. The group remains true to this purpose 25 years later.
Most recently the group planted over 1600 daffodil bulbs by the East gate that will burst into bloom this spring.
If you would like to learn more or become a member of this fantastic organization, please contact Rose Gogarty at rosegogarty@gmail.com
By Aly Baker, Bloomers Publicity