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It’s summertime and the kids are out of school. Time for bicycle riding, softball games, catching fireflies, and other outdoor activities. While I don’t generally participate in that liveliness, I’m wondering if my outdoor gardening has any health benefits.

I went to the May plant sale at Laurelwood Arboretum. There were so many beautiful plants! I had a chance to walk around and decided to join Friends of Laurelwood Arboretum. What are some of the opportunities and benefits of being a member, besides the 10 percent plant sale discount (much appreciated)?

I am looking forward to May at Laurelwood Arboretum – rhododendron, azaleas and lilacs are in bloom and shopping at the annual Plant Sale. Do you have any information on what plants might be available at the Plant Sale this year?

What is Arbor Day?  How can I get more information about trees?  What are your favorite trees at Laurelwood?

What new plants are on the horizon in 2019 and what might I anticipate in garden centers this spring?

Dear Elaine, I am itching to get outside and garden. I guess that I have “cabin fever.” Any ideas on what to do to while away the time until the outdoor garden season starts? Thanks.

Now that the trees have lost their leaves, the landscape takes on a look with different points of interest. How can I duplicate some the beautiful silhouettes that I see at Laurelwood? Thank you and Happy New Year!

Do you have any gift ideas for my gardening friends? Or decorating hints? The holidays are approaching and I am in a festive spirit.

Dear Elaine, I know that it is getting near the end of the garden season, but is there anything else to do.  I don’t want to overlook anything. Thank you and Happy Thanksgiving. Kathleen Dear Kathleen, Yes, we are wrapping things up at Laurelwood Arboretum. That includes pulling out the frosted annuals, moving our valuable

I have annuals planted outside and I brought my houseplants out to enjoy the warm summer weather and fresh air. What shall I do for winter? Thanks.