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Feb 22 2008
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Written by Leslie   
Friday, 22 February 2008

Bring in spring with style...Scenic style that is! Since 1949, we've made it our business to provide superior plants, old-fashioned service and gardening success. This winter, our staff has been hard at work getting ready to welcome spring; we continue to expand our selection of unique perennials and shrubs, the heirloom tomatoes and specialty vegetables are selected and the warm weather annuals are arriving. Our Event Calendar is jam-packed with exciting events for all ages and interests. Most of these events are free and include raffles, refreshments and fun! As usual, all those in attendance will receive a special discount coupon. We invite you to come visit us and experience the Scenic difference for yourself - we promise you won't be disappointed!

March Calendar:

Houseplant Seminar - Saturday, March 1st - 10:00 am  /  Join us to learn about houseplant care & selection.

Bonsai For Beginners - Saturday, March 8th - 10:00 am / Our own Jungle Jim Rogers will give you all the info you need to get started with this fascinating hobby.

The Buzz On Bees - Saturday, March 8th - 1:00 pm  / Orin Johnson, past president of the California State Beekeepers Association will be here  to give  us the 'buzz on bees' & their important role in the garden. This event is for grownups & kids 8 years and up.

Herb Talk - Saturday, March 15th - 11:00 am  / Join us as we welcome Rose Loveall of Morningsun Herb Farm.

Citrus Tasting - Saturday, March 15th and Sunday, March 16th  -We will host a free citrus tasting featuring fruit from Four Winds Growers.

Easter Eggstravaganza - Saturday, March 22nd -/ Kids can make a bunny bag and then fill it on our annual egg hunt. Keep a look-out for 3 Golden Eggs!  Craft begins at 10:30 am  -  Egg Hunt begins at 11:00 am .

The Dirt On Dirt - Saturday, March 29th - 11:00 am  / Learn all about soil & fertilizers with Peggy Barse of Two Hands Gardening.

 

April Calendar

Lavender In Your Garden - Saturday, April 5th - 11:00 am / Learn about the different types of lavender and ways to use them. Featured speaker will be Alice Taylor of Lavender Hollow Farms in Escalon.

Kitchen Garden Planning With Carol Paras - Saturday, April 12th - 11:00 am / What could be better than fresh from your own garden?

Container Garden Demo & Workshop - Saturday, April 19th / Learn how to effectively plant a container garden using the "Thrill, Fill & Spill" technique. Free Demo at 10:00 am - Plant your own container at the 11:00 am Workshop. (Purchase a pot & plants at 20% off)

Xeriscaping In Your Landscape - Saturday, April 26th - 11:00 am / Learn all about drought tolerant plants and native plants. Hosted by Peggy Barse of Two Hands Gardening.

 

May Calendar

Gardening For All Seasons - Saturday, May 3rd - 10:00 am / Kara & Diana will present ideas & tips for keeping your yard beautiful and exciting year-round!

Moss Basket Demo & Workshop - Saturday, May 10th / Learn how to make a hanging moss basket Scenic style! The free Demo will start at 10:00 am -the Workshop will begin at 11:00 am. Create your own hanging moss basket to take home. ($30 Workshop fee - Call to reserve your spot)

Organic Gardening Seminar - Saturday, May 17th - 10:30 am /Annie Joseph will be on hand to answer all your questions about going organic!

Floral Arranging - Saturday, May 24th - 10:00 am / Utilizing plants in your yard to make an exciting & unique arrangement to beautify your home. Hosted by Kara.

Irrigation Installation Seminar & Demo - Saturday, May 31st - 10:00 am / Learn the basics with Kham, a Garden Crew landscape designer. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 





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