Learn About Sustainable Gardening

What is sustainable gardening?  It’s gardening for the long term, an earth-friendly approach that can save you time and money by reducing pesticide use, conserving natural resources, and enhancing biodiversity in your own garden. Join Penn State Extension in Cumberland County for its annual “Sustainable Gardening Series,” and learn tips and techniques to create home gardens that are healthy, beautiful, and productive.

Highlighting the series on April 12 is garden writer and horticulturist George Weigel, who will present “10 Ways to be a Greener Gardener,” with key steps that you can take to be a more eco-friendly gardener.

On April 26, Penn State Master Gardener Pat Welfley will take the fear out of pruning for gardeners with a presentation on “Pruning Ornamental Plants,” including hands-on demonstrations, outdoors if weather permits. Other topics lined up for the series and presented by Extension Educator Annette MaCoy are separating garden fact from garden fiction on April 5; and on April 19, controlling the little critters – voles, rabbits, and groundhogs, among others – that rampage through your garden. 

Classes include time for your questions; the fee covers handouts and light refreshments, and door prizes will be given at each class. The registration fee for each class is only $5.00; registration for all four is $20.00. Class size is limited, and registration is requested by one week prior to each class date. Walk-in registration at the door is $8.00 per class if space is available. Penn State is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity, and the diversity of its workforce.

For more information, or to register, please call the Cumberland County Penn State Extension office at 717-240-6500. Visit http://extension.psu.edu/cumberland, reach us by e-mail at CumberlandExt@psu.edu, and find us on Facebook at CumberlandExtension and CumberlandPerryMG.

Price: $5.00/class