Beauty is around us. In her magnificent splendor, wearing the magenta of redbud and the delicate pinks and whites of dogwood, she declares it is Spring. Celebrate with a walk in the park, touring Historic Garden Week and our restoration sites, at the Horticulture Field Day, or perhaps relishing the efforts in your own backyard garden.
If I close my eyes, I can still see a glow of yellow reflecting from my memory of the beautiful specimens and artistic arrangements brought to the Daffodil Show. It was one of our largest shows in recent history with871 entries in horticulture and a total of 1803 stems. There were 16 interclub collections entered! The Huntington Garden Club is to be commended on a job well done! Brava, ladies!
Next week, Thursday, April 7, join us to hike at Mason Neck State Park, located in Fairfax County. Lunch will be provided, simply let us know you are coming by Tuesday, April 5. This will not be an intense hike but an opportunity to experience the natural world at this protected spot. If the weather cooperates, we may kayak in Belmont Bay. The Parks subcommittee of the Centennial Committee hope to offer club visits to more Virginia State Parks.
The Trident Maple Allee at the Hahn Horticulture Garden
Horticulture Field Day, May 25-26, in Blacksburg is going to be a treat. In addition to visiting the Hahn Arboretum, speakers will present on current topics including boxwood, bees, pollinators, old-growth forests and the intriguing final topic from noted horticulturist, Elissa Steeves, "Aging Gracefully as the Garden Matures." I'll be paying attention!
Historic Garden Week closes out the month and I know we are all busy with preparations. Thank you for all you do to make our week-long effort a success. We are making a difference in preserving what is beautiful in Virginia. As I mentioned in my speech to your club, do try to go on other tours. I'll be looking for you!
Lettuces are coming along, peas look promising and we enjoyed asparagus as part of our Easter celebration. I hope all things green are growing in your garden.
Next week, Thursday, April 7, join us to hike at Mason Neck State Park, located in Fairfax County. Lunch will be provided, 
