Tuesday, January 5, 2010

Master Gardener Classes

Tree Pruning

Saturday January 9th 9am - Noon

Master Gardener Walt Miller will presen information on good pruning practices to keep trees healthy and under control. Proper pruning leads to more fruit production on fruit-bearing trees. Hands-on demonstrations using the proper tools will be presented.

Location: Veteran's Memorial Bldg. - 130 Placerville Drive, Placerville


Selection & Care of Roses

Saturday January 23th 12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Bare-root roses are abondant at nurseries now and the time is right for planting. Plan to attend this class presented by Master Gardener Julianne Melchor to learn the types and varieties of roses, and how to care for them.

Location: Placerville Main Library - 345 Fair Lane, Placerville


Fire-Safe Landscaping

Saturday January 30th 9 a.m. - Noon

Master Gardener Robin Stanley, along with her husband, Mark (a retired CDF official), will present this very popular class on how to maintain attractive fire-safe landscaping for your property.

Location: Veteran's Memorial Bldg. - 130 Placerville Drive, Placerville