Yard of the Month

There is never a time when I drive by this house, that I don't love it! Donald Clay at 626 Omar has a knack for choosing plants that are not ordinary and they are beautifully maintained. His yard is manicured, well cared for and no matter the time of year, it looks splendid. I especially love the evergreen Wisteria on the arbor and the Weeping Crabapple tree in front of it. The Pride of Barbados planted next to the utility pole is the perfect way to enhance an otherwise eyesore. The hedge is Cuban Gold (Duranta).

Take some to walk by and see it for yourself!  You won't regret it.

Brigette Larson
WHCA Beautification

Ley Plaza Butterfly Garden – Yard of the Month

This month I’d like to shout out special recognition to neighborhood volunteers who have, since 2007, put in many, many hours to create and sustain our wonderful butterfly garden at Ley Plaza Park. Jennifer Sanchez with Texas Fish and Wildlife recently donated lots of new native plants to our pretty garden and once again these neighbors stepped up to make sure they were planted.  Your dedicated neighbors are: Dan Rueda, Cal Sercu and her daughters Amalie and Leisl, Jayne Porter, Morgan Towsen and her infant son Noah, Pat Rutledge, Louise Moss, Thane and Nicole Wyman and Kathleen Boyd and her daughter, Persi AND their fearless leader Pat German. If it wasn’t for Pat’s initial suggestion to create a butterfly garden and her subsequent contact with the Houston Parks and Recreation Department back in 2007, this garden would not exist.

Thank you Pat and all of your volunteers who love and maintain our beautiful garden. The park is located on White Oak Drive between Thelma and Gladys Streets.

– Brigette Larson, VP Beautification

Thank You to Watson Esplanade Volunteers

A big thank you to the continued wonderful work of Louise Moss, Pat German, Pat Rutledge, and Pat Schaper. Their hard work and dedication to the beautification of our community is greatly appreciated.

Taking Nominations for VP Beautification

Our beloved VP Beautification, Vicky Bettis, is resigning, so the WHCA is in need of a new VP Beautification and is taking nominations. The VP Beautification is in charge of awarding the Yard of the Month and of heading up various beautification projects in the neighborhood. If you're interested, please send a short explanation of your qualifications and the reasons you'd like to take on this WHCA Board position. Keep in mind that you must be a member of the WHCA to hold this or any other Board position. We look forward to hearing from all interested candidates.

Norhill Esplanade Improvements

Several weeks ago work was completed at Norhill Esplanade to improve the green space. As more events are held at this neighborhood gem, it is important that it be properly maintained. A landscape company aerated and added organic fertilizer and compost to the grassy areas.

The improvement to our green space was provided by Woodland Heights Civic Association and is a direct result of your membership dollars at work and WHCA’s commitment to keep Woodland Heights green.

Questions or comments? Contact the Beautification Committee.

Join the Yard of the Month Committee

Soon our sleepy yards will begin to awaken with colorful springtime blooms. It’s Yard of the Month time again!
 
Ever wonder how the Yard of the Month is chosen? It’s by neighbors just like you. We are seeking volunteers to serve on the YOM committee. Contact Vicky Bettis if interested.