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2B | SATURDAY, APRIL 18, 2020 | SIUSLAW NEWS shopping and online ordering. More details will be released soon. “It continues to be important that we are able to provide as much healthy food for our- selves and our families as we can,” Sisson said. For more information on the Florence First Harvest Community Garden, visit its Facebook page or con- tact Sisson at 541-999- 1172. CHANTELLE MEYER/SIUSLAW NEWS Raised flower beds provide an easy gardening platform with multiple options for growing vegetables as well as fruits during different growing seasons. Grow from 1B home décor and the chance to nurture life. People are also plant- ing fruit trees, such as apples and Asian pears, and berries of all types. “These are things that are growing now and will come back year after year,” Walter-Sedlacek said. “Planting a fruit tree now gives them fruit for tomorrow.” She said that people may not get a big crop their first year, or even their second, but the third year should have a fruitful harvest. “I think people right now desire that perma- nency of planting now and getting fruit later,” Walter-Sedlacek said. She added that this thought is a big reason behind Arbor Day, cele- brated nationally each April. “Arbor Day is all about planting a tree today for your grand- children’s shade tomor- row,” Walter-Sedlacek said. “I think people in Florence already realize how important plants are on a daily basis.” In fact, so many peo- ple wanted to purchase plants or plant-care items from Laurel Bay Gardens that the own- ers decided to expand Pooch from 1B sheets, grab the measur- ing cups... and bake. Change-Up Your Workout You may find yourself in a rut with either the same old workout rou- tine...or no routine at all. If you’ve got the stay-at-home blues, both you and your pet can greatly benefit from some type of physical activity. To mix it up a bit, on your next walk, practice some walking lunges. You can do this up and down your driveway, in your lawn, or down the street. Or, how about some Doga (dog yoga)? Grab your mat, your pooch and head out- side. Practice your downward dog while he practices his. Another sure fire way to beat the stay-at-home blues is to dance! Dogs are natural dancers — even though they have two left feet. Crank up your favor- ite tunes and just dance. hours to allow for more social distancing. Laurel Bay’s new nurs- ery hours are 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday. People can also phone in orders to 541-997-5973 ext. 1 for curbside pick- up. For more informa- tion, visit laurelbay- gardens.com. “Our staff would like to thank everyone for your continued support of small business in Florence,” Walter- Sedlacek said in a Facebook post. “We are so grateful for the sup- port we have received during these times and hope we can help the community find com- fort and productive thoughts on their gar- dening projects. It helps all of us to stay produc- tive and feel positive about the future. What better way than to plant a radish seed?” People shopping at Laurel Bay can also donate to the Florence First Har vest Community Garden by buying colorful hanging baskets. For every basket sold, $5 is donated to the garden. For those looking for- ward to more fresh pro- duce, Siuslaw Vision has announced that the Florence Farmers Market is set to open on May 12. This year will feature order-ahead options, drive-through Let me Showcase your property. 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