Attention Gardeners

Heather Norville submitted the following to UNIT News

Fellow Gardeners,

Marjorie Manning sends the following information to those of you who are interested in gardening. Here is a schedule of Springtime events. Gardeners may be interested in one or more of these events at Lubbock Memorial Arboretum. The email address for more information is: lubarbor@Lubbockarboretum.org, Jennifer Simek is the director there. Call the Arboretum for workshops, etc. starting times. 806-797-4920.

• Feb. 12th Soil Testing Workshop
• Feb 26th Rain Barrel Workshop
• March ? Daffodil Days
• April 30th Plant Sale and Swap
• June 18th Garden Tour

 To receive the newsletter and second Saturday programs, become a member of the Lubbock Arboretum for $15.00/year. Marjorie encourages all who can/desire to become a member. The Arboretum needs our support. It's a really pleasant place to stroll and see what's blooming in the gardens in the various seasons.

Here is a little more information:

Lubbock Memorial Arboretum
4111 University Avenue,
Lubbock, TX

Phone: 806.797.4520
Website: www.lubbockarboretum.org

 The Lubbock Memorial Arboretum is located in Clapp Park and is an exhibit of the best trees, shrubs, vines and other ornamental plants which can be grown in this area. The Arboretum also offers a laboratory for studying existing plants and testing, evaluation and experimenting with new plants, and a tranquil area with walkways, paths, vistas, and rest sites for the pleasure and education of local citizens and other visitors.

Open to adults with special programs for children.

Arboretum Hours: Open everyday – dawn to dusk
Arboretum Interpretive Center Hours:
Saturday – 10am to 1pm
Sundays – 1pm to 4pm

Education Programs: Every second Saturday of each month, learn more about gardening in West Texas. Program begins at 10am.

Sincerely,

Heather Norville