Think spring with this workshop that will provide information on trees, shrubs, flowers and forbs useful for edible landscaping on Tuesday, January 31 at the Civic Center in Columbus Junction, Iowa. The class starts at 7:00 p.m. and will run to about 8:30 p.m. Learn what plants can provide beauty and food for yourself and wildlife without creating a mess in your yard.

Speakers will include Tom Wahl of Red Fern Farm who will suggest trees and shrubs that provide fruit and nuts without chemical spraying. Lisa Louck, DNR Forester, will advise on shrubs and trees that benefit wildlife. Kathy Dice, naturalist with LCC, will talk on flowers and forbs that benefit people and wildlife with food and beauty.

In case of inclement weather, call the Louisa County Conservation at 319/523-8381 to check for cancelation. A message will be left on the answering machine if the program is canceled.

This free program is organized by the Louisa County Conservation Board in cooperation with the Master Gardeners of Louisa County. The Columbus Junction Civic Center is located, just off highway 92 in Columbus Junction; the program will be in the ICN room on the ground floor.

For more information call the Louisa County Conservation at 319/523-8381 or visit http://www.lccb.org/wild_edibles.htm