"As I write this we are in the middle of seeding what seems to be endless numbers of zinnias and marigolds. It is hard not to think, Oh boy, I sure wish I had some volunteers to help finish these up. Unfortunately, that will not be the case this season. It has never been lost on me the importance of our volunteers, but now more than ever, as we seem to be up to our necks in plugs and cuttings, I can fully understand how vital volunteers are to our operation. I just want to say thank you for the dedication and support you have provided us at the City greenhouse over the years. I look forward to the day when once again we will have our devoted group of volunteers back to help transplant through the spring season. Even in these uncertain times there are still some things we count on. The flowers are still going to bloom, the bees will still buzz and before we know it the signs of Spring will be all around us. Remember to stay home and stay healthy but don’t forget to get outside once in a while and enjoy to sights and smells of spring. As long as we are proactive and practice the recommended health guidelines gardening is one exercise we should not to afraid to do. In fact as many of you already know it can be therapeutic and give us a break from crazy time we are in. So go ahead, dig in the soil, plant some seeds and watch them grow. I look forward seeing you all back at greenhouse when the time comes.
Take care and stay well,"
-Colt Stephens