Driving down Main Street in early August you may have noticed SavATree workers diligently tending to Suffield’s precious dogwood trees. Over fifty-five trees were expertly pruned to remove deadwood, trim branches interfering with wires and reduce overextended branches to protect them from breakage. The work was funded by the Betty Jean Stroh Fund and arranged by the Suffield Garden Club.
“I think everyone in town looks forward to the display of pink and white blossoms each spring,” commented SGC Vice President Emily Grant. “I know I do!”
Photo by Kathleen Horrigan
Alex Alberti from SavATree expertly prunes one of the Main Street dogwoods.
There are 130 dogwood trees in total, and the Garden Club has overseen their care for decades. Main Street residents whose yards provide homes for the dogwoods help by keeping the area around the base of the tree free from weeds and chemicals, which is very much appreciated by the volunteers providing general maintenance for the trees.
Keeping the trees healthy and happy ensures townspeople can enjoy the springtime spectacle for years to come.
Additional funds may be available, and the Garden Club is open to suggestions for other town-improvement landscape or garden opportunities. Please email: SuffieldGardenClub@gmail.com.
The Suffield Garden Club, organized in 1934, is a non-profit organization dedicated to the beautification of Suffield and West Suffield. New members are always welcome.
To become a member or to learn more, visit SuffieldGardenClub.org.