The Garden Shed
A Community Newsletter published by the
Piedmont Master Gardeners
January 2021-Vol7 No.1
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Table of Contents
In the Ornamental Garden
Learn about gardening and giving with Piedmont Master Gardener and community volunteer, Fran Boninti.
Upcoming Events
Use the winter months to learn through virtual opportunities. Classes offer a variety of topics: native plants, trees, monarchs, and home landscaping.
In the Edible Garden
Making January Productive for the Edible Gardener
Use January downtime to prepare for next spring.
Tasks and Tips
January Tips For the Ornamental Gardener
Look for winter blooms in the landscape; check for water needs, frost heave, and snow damage: try a cyclamen for indoor blooms: don't forget the birds; get ready for the Great Backyard Bird Count!