Summer 2025
In this Issue
Manager's Message
In this issue, Manager Judy Zatsick talks about the Green Spring gardeners and the work they do to maintain and keep the gardens looking beautiful.
FROGS Talk
FROGS President Linda Nordstrom gives insight into a successful Spring Garden Day along with news from the FROGS Board.
Green Spring Docents Lead the Way
Debbie Waugh, Green Spring's Site Historian, explains what a Docent is, the program at Green Spring, and how these front-line ambassadors support Green Spring.
Cultivating Curiosity
Green Spring's Youth and Family Education Team has been busy inspiring young learners.
2026 Fairfax County Budget
Learn about the Friends Alliance and their work on the County budget.
Summer garden notes and thoughts of fall plantings from Alda in our plant shop.
Fond Staff Memories
The Youth and Family Education Team says farewell to Olivia, one of Green Spring's environmental educators.
First in a Series Ornament
FROGS is thrilled to offer this exclusive ornament! Proceeds from the sale help to fund FROGS' continued support of Green Spring Gardens and its mission to connect the community to natural and cultural resources through horticulture, education, and stewardship.
Did you know that Brent and Becky's in Gloucester, VA helps organizations like FROGS with fundraising? Order bulbs or anything else from Brent and Becky's; they will donate 25% of the payment to FROGS! Shop at bloominbucks.com and help support Green Spring Gardens!
Visit these art shows before they leave, now through August 17.
| In the Historic House | In the Horticulture Center | |
| 4 Birds Passages mixed media |
Potomac Valley Watercolorists The Painted Garden watercolor |
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Find detailed show information at FROGS Art Shows
Gardenline — Summer 2025
Judy Zatsick, Manager, Green Spring Gardens
Co-editors: Kay Gill, Sunny Greene, Ivy Sinaiko, Debbie Waugh
Website layout: Kerry Walter, Mindy Nash
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Green Spring Gardens
4603 Green Spring Road
Alexandria, VA 22312
