This trailer filled with new plants came and went at the Cleveland County Arts Council Friday afternoon. Fear of freezing temps this weekend changed plans to cover the landscape on the uptown Shelby corner.
The Raper-Roark Beautification Trust, with help from some nearby businesses, is spearheading the project, designed by Lou Gebel of Shagreen Nursery, checking his list.
Rhododendron, camellia, dianthus (those little bitty carnation-looking things) and at least a dozen more varieties will be planted next week. Banks of colorful annuals will mark either side of the historic steps of this building, a former post office and military induction center.
The Raper-Roark Beautification Trust, with help from some nearby businesses, is spearheading the project, designed by Lou Gebel of Shagreen Nursery, checking his list.
Rhododendron, camellia, dianthus (those little bitty carnation-looking things) and at least a dozen more varieties will be planted next week. Banks of colorful annuals will mark either side of the historic steps of this building, a former post office and military induction center.
