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Pruning workshop at Center Park

A group of enthusiasts met to learn pruning techniques from John Althouse, where he showed us his preferred tools; by-pass pruners,...

March starts with snow at Center Park and a Sugar Maple tree tapping demo!

By the end of the month we should have several areas blooming with early crocus and other spring ephemerals. A visit to Center Park today...

Witch hazel now in bloom

On warm days the tendrils of these yellow petals unfurl and on cold days they pull up tight. Picture taken at Carlisle Center Park...

Learn about composting!

Compost piles and bins come in all styles. We used donated bamboo sticks and our own stick pile to create a twiggy enclosure that speeds...

One step closer to getting a sign for Center Park

Here is a cardboard mock up of the white rectangular sign hanging from the oak tree in the front island at Center Park. Words to read...

Lovely hardwood chips to distribute to pathways!

Pic taken 2/5/2023 We are now proud owners of a large pile of woodchips for our Woodland Garden pathways, courtesy of our neighbor and...

Welcome to Friends of Center Park's new blog!

Carlisle Center Park has trees, shrubs, perennials, bulbs, groundcovers, annuals and moss. We have full sun and full shade. We actively...