Most years, January is a time for planning, not planting. However, warm January temperatures last week allowed many Mason District residents to catch up on late season yard work, including digging to put in liriope, nandina, and other shrubs. It’s also time to consider attending the all-day EcoSavvy Gardening Symposium at Green Spring Gardens on Saturday, February 24. The symposium, scheduled from 8:30 a.m. until 4:00 p.m., will feature Craig Tufts of the National Wildlife Federation; Dr. Doug Tallamy of the University of Delaware; the Green Spring Master Gardeners; and Jenny Reed and Lauren Wheeler of Natural Resources Design. Fee for the symposium is $45, and lunch (vegetarian available upon request) is $10 extra. Call Susan McDonald at 703/642-0128 or 642-5173 for more information and to register. Reservations close on February 17.
