Charolett Knapic

When one of Charolett Knapic's clients wants a change of scenery, the Arboretum often is the beneficiary. Charolett, who owns Echo Landscapes in Wichita, keeps her eye open for arboreal cast-offs that might be at home in Belle Plaine. It's not unusual for her to show up at the Arb with several trees and a shovel. Charolett brings her porch pots to Art at the Arb each April, but tucks her autoharp in amongst the begonias so she can take her turn on the big stage with the Melodivas. She also contributes her considerable knowledge and expertise to the ongoing development that keeps the Arb dynamic and fresh. A longtime friend of Robin's and of the Arboretum, Charolett is the newest inductee into this special sorority, the Soil Sisters.