21815 SW Farmington Road, Beaverton, OR 97007
Free, registration required: 503-649-4568, events@farmingtongardens.com
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February 13 ~ 11 am ~ Pruning for the Home Gardener ~ with Lyle Feilmeier from Collier Arbor Care
The subject of pruning is one of those areas that seems difficult and a bit mysterious to the home gardener, at least in the beginning. Learn the basics of when to prune; where and how to make the cuts; the right equipment for different tasks; as well as the underlying reasons why we sometimes need to prune. You will leave with the confidence you need to maintain your garden throughout the year! Bring your tools in for sharpening – we’ll have a professional on site. 1st 50 people will get one pruner sharpened free; additional tools at reasonable prices.
February 20 ~ 11 am ~ Mason Bees ~ with Beth Rose
The interest in mason bees keeps growing, especially as problems with honey bees persist nationwide. This docile native bee is a great friend in the garden, pollinating like crazy. Just a few simple steps will encourage mason bees to inhabit your garden.
