Nominees sought for gardening contest

The annual Yard of the Month contest, sponsored by the Bittersweet Garden Club and Central Missouri Master Gardeners, currently is seeking nominations for its spring garden selection.

Nominations will continue to be accepted for the June and July summer gardens, August water garden, and September and October fall gardens.

To be eligible, gardens must be within six miles of the Jefferson City limits and maintained by the owner.

Winners will be selected by a viewing committee and must agree to let the public view their garden.

Entry forms are available at local nurseries and at the Jefferson City News Tribune, 210 Monroe St.