Looking for Bouquets? (and Bread)
On Saturday, April 4, Dead King Bread (located at Manayunk Timber on Umbria) is hosting Pauline Nader's flower farm with spring bouquets
Little Free Library: Coming Soon!
The Board unanimously approved a proposal for a Little Free Library next to the mailboxes near the pocket park. If you'd like to be involved, please reach out to Rose Goren (#17) and Ashley Martin (#24).
Annual Meeting 2026
The 2026 Annual Meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, June 17, at 7 PM. We will send out a meeting reminder in a separate email along with a link to the minutes from the March 11 Board meeting.
International Food Fest 2026
We'll be sending out a survey link to determine the best date in May/early June for this year's Food Fest.
Interested in Birding?
At the Andorra Free Library, you can check out a birding backpack, then go and explore the Wissahickon.
Pump Station Update
We are awaiting a replacement phase converter. Once it arrives, work can start. Thank you for your patience in dealing with the noise.
🌱 Spring Lawn Care Quick Guide
Now is the perfect time to get ahead of weeds and set your lawn up for a strong season.
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Pre-emergent is key right now. Applying a pre-emergent herbicide in early spring helps prevent crabgrass and other weeds before they even start.
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Hold off on seeding. Spring might feel like a good time to plant grass, but young roots struggle in the summer heat. Fall is the ideal time for seeding and major lawn repairs.
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Pro Tip: Split your pre-emergent applications. Apply once between now and mid-April, then again in early June. This extends protection through the peak weed season.
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Don’t forget fertilizer. A light spring feeding helps your lawn green up and recover from winter. Avoid heavy applications—slow and steady wins here.
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Mow smart. Start mowing once your grass begins growing consistently. Keep blades sharp and avoid cutting more than 1/3 of the grass height at a time.
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Water wisely. Spring usually provides enough rain—no need to overwater. Deep, infrequent watering is better than frequent light watering.
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Bonus tip: If parts of your lawn struggle every year, it’s often a soil issue (compaction, rocks, poor nutrients). Consider aeration in the fall and adding quality topsoil before seeding.
Wishing you a wonderful Passover and Easter.
Regards,
Your Roxborough Reserve Representatives
