From the Bulletin - The Four P's of Proper Tree Care

From the bulletin board at the front of the garden.

The Four Ps of proper Tree Care - How to Plan, Plant, Prune, and Protect the Trees You Love

Location: Jeffery Mansion

Cost: $ 30.00

Age: Adult

Time 9:00am - 12pm

Date Saturday April 30th 2011

Instructors: Joe Boggs (OSU Extension)
Ann Bonner (ODNR Division of Forestry)
Tim Chilies (Structural Gardens)

Learn how best to care for your backyard trees. Determine the best native trees to plant in your backyard landscape to add color and character while adding diversity and improving the environment. Learn proper tree installation, including proper tree placement, watering, mulching, fertilization and pruning.

We will also take a look back at 2010 plant pest problems (and a few diseases) to see what's ahead for 2011. This session will focus on tree and shrub pest identification and plant heath impact assessment to help you develop effective management strategies.

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From the Bulletin - Annuals Perennials, Herbs, and More

From the bulletin at the front of the garden:

Annuals,Perennials, Herbs, and More

Location: Jeffrey Mansion

Time: 6:30 - 8:00

Day: Thursdays

Cost: One Class $10.00
Both Classes $15.00

Instructor: Barb Topolosky

This is an interactive class for garden novices. Topics will include starting seeds, sun, soil, temperature, and zone requirements. In addition to mulch and compost information, container gardening and garden tips will be included. Website and catalog lists will be provided

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