Spring 2008 Series
@THE LIBRARY for
February, March, April, May
Programs will last 1 to 1½ hours, mostly in lecture format but with plenty of time for questions. These are being presented by Master Gardener Volunteers of Forsyth County Cooperative Extension Service. Master Gardeners will be presenting the topics that are in their area of expertise and interest. See page 2 for the addresses and telephone numbers of the libraries.
 Planting a Vegetable Garden
Vegetables are never better than when they are home grown! Find out which ones to start from seed and which to plant from containers. Learn how to grow vegetables in raised beds, how to prepare your soil for your plants to maximize vegetable production, and how to choose varieties that are pest-resistant.
Rural Hall Branch Library |
February 26, Tuesday |
7:00 PM |
Clemmons Branch Library |
March 7, Friday |
2:00 PM |
 Shade Gardening
A shady site can provide a perfect opportunity to create a lush, inviting retreat
using native trees, shrubs, wildflowers, ferns and even moss. Learn how to
turn your shady area into an attractive landscape.
Kernersville Branch Library |
March 17, Monday |
7:00 PM |
Reynolda Branch Library |
April 12, Saturday |
11:00 AM |
Container Gardening: Herbs and Flowers
Grow herbs and flowers in containers. What plants grow best and in what kind of containers? How do you plant and care for them? Answers to these and other questions will be provided.
Clemmons Branch Library |
April 26, Saturday |
10:30 AM |
Rural Hall Branch Library |
May 31, Saturday |
10:30 AM |
 Roses For Everyone
Roses are not always red, but they are always beautiful. This is for the home
gardener who would like to start growing roses. Different types of roses to
grow, the dos and don’ts, and other tips will be discussed.
Kernersville Branch Library |
March 25, Tuesday |
7:00 PM |
Lewisville Branch Library |
April 15, Tuesday |
4:00 PM |
 Butterfly Gardening
Invite some fascinating and colorful winged friends to your garden. Learn
how to develop a butterfly garden in your yard.
Lewisville Branch Library |
March 3, Monday |
6:00 PM |
Kernersville Branch Library |
April 22, Tuesday |
7:00 PM |
Landscape Design: Carolina Yards & Neighborhood Program
Make your landscape the envy of the neighborhood. Learn the basics through
the landscape decision process.
Reynolda Manor Branch Library |
March 13, Thursday |
11:00 AM |
 Landscaping Process: 9 Step Method
Your lawn can be the envy of the neighborhood using the techniques you will
learn.
Clemmons Branch Library |
March 28, Friday |
2:00 PM |
Lawn Management
Learn basics from site preparation, plant selection, planting techniques, maintenance
and more. Your questions will be answered about landscapes and lawns. Learn the
critical points that will lead to a wonderful landscape for you and others to enjoy
for years to come.
Reynolda Manor Branch Library |
May 3, Saturday |
11:00 AM |
Composting For A Great Garden
Turn your leaves into gold with the best techniques we have to share with
you.
Rural Hall Branch Library |
April 8, Tuesday |
7:00 PM |
Libraries Hosting Successful Gardener Programs
Reynolda Branch Library |
Rural Hall Branch Library |
Southside Branch Library |
2839 Fairlawn Drive |
7125 Broad Street |
3185 Buchanan Street |
703-2960 |
703-2970 |
703-2980 |
 
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