Two flower beds that in recent years haven't looked like much got a hosta makeover by city staff Monday afternoon.
City Manager Jason Molino, himself an avid gardener, organized the effort and convinced several local businesses, including Genesee Dental, Hawley Insurance, the Bank of Castile and WBTA, to pay for the hostas.
City staff from several different departments turned out today and got the 21 plants in the ground in about 30 minutes.
The plants were selected by Molino, who also drew up the plans on where each should be planted, and purchased from Pudgie's Lawn and Garden.
Asked, why hostas, Molino said, "Partially, because I’m a big fan of hostas myself. Hostas don’t need a lot of care. They’re pretty hardy. They’re a good no-brainer in terms of maintenance and something that will come back every year. As they come back and fill out more, you’ll see more and more the hostas themselves and less of the dirt."
Photos: Above, Molino and Sally Kuzon. Below, Sgt. John Peck, Batavia PD, and bottom photo, most of the staff (and Sgt. Peck's wife) who participated in the planting.
they look great! thank you!
they look great! thank you!
Hostas are an amazing bedding
Hostas are an amazing bedding plant with 400 varieties to chose from. I have about 20 varieties in my gardens and each year I try to add a couple newbies to our collection. I also have shared my hostas with friends and family members as they divide so easily.
Look forward to enjoying these gardens in front of City Centre.
Beautiful job and great plant choice!