by: Tana Hasart – President In my professional life, before retirement, there were regularly scheduled meetings to attend, specific groups that called for mandatory membership, and required work tasks. Life these days is much freer, allowing me to explore new…
by: Tana Hasart – President While the ground is still too wet, the weather a bit too cool and seedlings already planted, it seems like a good time to refresh gardening principles. Having some time this morning, a refreshing “dig”…
by: Tana Hasart – President This morning’s chore is “tackling” a badly pruned vine maple at our new-to-us home. Addressing old wounds on the trunk and untangling branches will give the tree both a new and extended (hopefully) life. As…
by: Tana Hasart – President The new year often starts with a goal to declutter – clearing my home and workspace and how my time is used. This focus also applies to Master Gardener pursuits. Storing records and memories from…
by: Tana Hasart – President This morning saw clear skies, high winds, and an opportunity to observe. Birds outside the window caught my attention as they used feeders to prepare for the cold, rainy weather. There is a definite “pecking…
by: Tana Hasart – President This message to you is a “catch up” – with Advanced Education Conference work, a local Foundation annual meeting, and a two-week trip out of state, updating the MGFWS blog message is sorely in need…
by: Tana Hasart – President Relocating to a new-to-us home this year saw appreciation for the renovation work done on our house four years ago, while realizing that the outdoors was a huge challenge. Overgrown beds, mis-pruned trees and shrubs,…
by: Tana Hasart – President During recent travels, Hawthorns in bloom were on full display. Evident was the ability of this plant to thrive in so many different locations and conditions. So how do thoughts of the Hawthorn link to…
by: Tana Hasart – President Taking license with song lyrics from the musical Oklahoma, this update from the MGFWS is all about spring success. The UFW project is moving forward, with five counties now nearing completion or ready to begin…
by: Tana Hasart – President: With April topping my list as the most changeable month of the year, clouds, rain, cold, and partial sun never deter a resolute gardener. After using the winter months to plan, hope is put into…
