Horticulture Newsletter

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Thursday October 14th at 10:00 AM Lasagna Gardening If you are a gardener that doesn’t have a roto tiller, you just want to maintain your soil structure, you don’t like the hard work of turning your soil, or you just want to try something new lasagna gardening may be for you! In this session we will discuss just what lasagna gardening is, the benefits and drawbacks, as well as how to get started with this method of gardening. Register by October 1st. FREE!

Thursday October 21st at 10:00 AM Shrubs With Multi Season Interest Shrubs aren’t just plants to put out around houses to hide the foundation anymore! In this session we will discuss shrubs that will fit into your landscape whether as accent plants, foundation plants, specimen plants, or for pollinator food and habitat. All of these plants will give you multi-season interest. Register by October 1st. FREE!

Thursday October 28th at 10:00 AM Landscape Plants for Holiday Decoration In this class we will discuss plants that you can use in your landscape that can also be used for decorations in your home for such things as wreaths, swags, or table top displays. Register by October 15th. FREE!

Thursday November 18th at 10:00 AM Alluring Amaryllis Many people grow amaryllis for holiday blooms but did you know you can get them to bloom just about anytime of the year with a little planning. In this session we will cover the basics of amaryllis care and variety selection. Participants will receive two large amaryllis bulbs to grow at home. Supply fee $10.00, register By October 1st.

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