If your in the San Francisco Bay Area you can get a jump on Spring by attending the San Francisco Flower and Garden Show. The show features a number of ornamental garden exhibits that are sure to inspire you (see some photos below) as well as a full program of interesting seminars that cover all aspects of gardening. While at the show you can also do a little shopping -- ornamental and edible plants, garden tools, and a wide range of garden related products and services can be purchased from retailers attending the show. One more thing.....While at the show...

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