...for discerning weeders April, 2013
PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE
Inside this issue:
Edible of the
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Month Weed of the
An Okaloosa County Master Gardener Publication
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Month Events
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Sweet Stuff
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Pets & Gardens
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Book Review
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Walk on the
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This is a fascinating time of year to be a master gardener. The calendar conveys the message that we are almost two weeks into our much-welcomed season of spring. And yet, the weekly weather forecast continues to manifest the struggle that shows our stubborn winter has not totally acquiesced. As I write this message, I note that today’s high in Crestview is 81 degrees and tomorrow morning’s low is expected to be 38 degrees. Furthermore, in the 10-day forecast, by mid-week, the daily high is projected at 59 degrees with the overnight low dropping to freezing. This is followed, of course, by
By John B.
expected highs in the 80’s to kick off April. So, ultimately, the vicissitudes of the seasons are inevitable, and re-assuring. Despite the day-to-day oscillations in temperature, the trees and plants are confident that spring is prevailing. Everywhere you look now the dogwoods, azaleas and trees and shrubs of all shapes and sizes, are boldly and bravely affirming that spring will not be delayed further. I hope that, in your busy lives, you take a moment to get outside to enjoy and savor it………before it gets too hot and humid!
Wild Side Puzzle Page
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Last Word
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BIA Home Show Manning the booth Bill B., Les C., Ed S. DON’T FORGET TO LOG YOUR HOURS ONTO THE VMS SYSTEM! A Note from the Editor: This edition of The Compost Pile was not sent to the co-editors prior to distribution to find all the needed corrections. In gratitude of their hard work on editing and composing articles, I wanted to give them a vacation. With that being said, any typos etc., etc., are the sole responsibility of the Editor. 1