I read with relief and affection the op-ed by Dr. Henry Nieder, and the letter from Julia Mitchell Christensen.

Perhaps the covid 19 pandemic and gauge for human safety and activity is analogous to the phases of fog density:

A window box or container spilling over with flowers and foliage is almost more delicious than a box of chocolates. Follow this primer from an experienced Island gardener for satisfying results.

The annual Bike MS: Ride the Vineyard is taking place virtually May 2 to raise funds for multiple sclerosis research.

Morning Glory Farm is moving its farmstand opening date to May 5 at the request of the Edgartown board of health.

Container Gardening is the cover story for the spring home and garden issue of the Vine, available free.

The annual Edgartown celebration of spring and Mother’s Day is moving online this year.

Lately, it seems I report big changes in every column. But change we must.

April showers bring May flowers. If this is so this year we are going to have some beautiful gardens.

Thanks to all Chappy Ferry users who were able and willing to co-operate with the two-week temporary change to the ferry schedule.