The first community gardening seminar was well attended. Many people are reluctant to prune their own roses at home. Lin Grado and Linda Avant, active members of the Friends of the Arboretum, took our guests through the pruning process step by step. Also covered was a discussion of the different types of roses, basic planting techniques and signs of disease to watch for on the rose bushes. We all had a great time pruning and visiting and do hope you will join us for the next class. On Wednesday, March 9th we will present the opportunity for those in the community to join us for a hands on demonstration covering the successful division of perennials. Come on out, and we will show you how to divide your plants for better blooms. Once again you will need no reservation, no fee will be charged, and no experience is necessary. Bring your gloves, a spade or trowel, and some pruners. We hope to see you at the Arboretum at 9:30 on March 9th.

Many thanks to those guests who attended the first annual Valentine’s Day Dinner at the Historic Stinson House. Candle light and champagne welcomed our patrons as they arrived to enjoy a romantic evening.

The daffodils are beginning their seasonal bloom and hundreds of tulip plants are poking through the soil. The question is . . . how many of those tulips will grace us with their beautiful blooms once again this spring? Come on out to the Arboretum and watch spring arrive. We look forward to seeing you. Anyone in the community who would enjoy working in the gardens is more than welcome to join us on Wednesdays from 9 till (?) See you there.