The ground might be blanketed in cold, but area gardeners are already laying their plans for spring. To help those in their efforts, master gardener Linda Cobb will speak at the Tryon Fine Arts Center (TFAC) on Thursday, Jan. 13 at 2 p.m.

The lecture, titled Getting Ready for Spring, will feature gardening techniques and tips for the care of gardens in southern climates. From planting to soil preparation to feeding formulas, Cobb will demystify gardening techniques for todays gardener.

The event, which is free and open to the public, is sponsored by The Green Blades Garden Club, a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting gardening in all its aspects. In addition to its series of lectures and field trips, the club conducts a variety of civic programs each year.

For more information about the club or for those interested in joining, call 828-894-2884.