SAN columnist speaks to packed house at Molbak's seminar

Christine Southwick at Molbak's

Our 'For the Birds' columnist Christine Southwick presented a seminar on Saturday, January 14 at Molbak's Nursery in Woodinville.

53 people braved a windy, rainy day to hear her presentation.

"Many more who weren't brave enough to go out called to ask for notes," said Mary Berg, Molbak's Community and Events Coordinator.

Christine's topic was "Attracting Birds to your BackYard: How to make your garden a sanctuary for both you and our native birds."

She discussed the things that birds need - food, water, shelter, and places to raise their young. She showed many native shrubs, trees, and plants which are attractive to birds. She discussed different kinds of birdfeeders, gave some ideas about how to provide water, and urged gardeners not to manicure their yards.

Nature isn't perfect - your yard shouldn't be either

If it is, you are starving the wildlife.

There is a link to Christine's columns on our main page, in the first column. Click "For the Birds."