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From the Editor;

The article, “Success with Roses” can make you a sweetheart for Valentine‟s Day. Blenda‟s Dream is one of the roses discussed so I wanted to brag that my 2009 goal of acquiring a Blenda‟s Dream rose was accomplished. And, I resisted my “drift of one” tendency and planted three. The article has details on it and other proven varieties. After reading, I have my eye on another addition to the garden.

Dedication of the arboretum in the Demonstration Idea Garden will take place this spring. Look for articles in this and upcoming issues that will cover each carefully chosen species included in this area of the D.I.G. The arboretum was designed to be a resource for successful trees for your site, so plan on visiting.

Get tips on using garden catalogs in the article titled…”Garden Catalogs-Mini Horticulture Guides”. Then find a comfortable chair, a warm drink, and enter the world of possibilities.

The Brazos County Master Gardeners have planned a year that is packed with informative and entertaining seminars and programs so check the calendar on our renovated website at www.brazosmg.com . We will continue to add new features and information, so visit it often. We invite your comments and suggestions. Contact us

Table of Contents

• Southern Magnolia
• Wax Myrtle
• 2009 Unsung Hero Awards
• Garden Catalogs-Mini Horticulture Guides
• Roses for Success
• What’s Happening at the D.I.G.
• Gardenline: Your Garden Questions Answered
• Herbal Highlights-Chives
• Hints & Tips-Delay Pruning to Attract Wildlife
• Brazos County Master Gardeners Speakers Bureau
• Upcoming Events
• Best Shots-Frosty