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July Garden Talk: Why We Need the Butterflies & Bees
Free gardening lecture on the importance of pollinators in your garden. We may take them and other pollinators like butterflies and bees for granted, however, they are vital to stable, healthy food supplies. It is our pollinators that are the key to the varied, colorful and nutritious diets we need. Bees are perfectly adapted to pollination, helping plants grow, breed and produce food. Join us for this fascinating lecture on pollinators!
Date Wednesday, July 17, 2024
Time 6:30—7:30 p.m.
Place Portsmouth Public Library
Churchland Branch
4934 High Street West
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June Garden Talk: Drought Tolerant Plants
As strange as it may seem for an area surrounded by water, drought is becoming a topic of interest in Hampton Roads. Many localities are seeing an increase in the number of days of drought and you may be feeling the pinch if you are irrigating your lawn and gardens. Planting drought-tolerant plants, especially natives, can help your wallet and the environment. In this lecture, we will discuss the characteristics of drought-tolerant plants as well as outline different plants for special areas.
Date Wednesday, June 12, 2024
Time 6:30—7:30 p.m.
Place Portsmouth Public Library
Churchland Branch
4934 High Street West
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May Garden Talk: Outstanding Roses Culture & Care
Roses are Queen of the Garden Let’s get your roses off to a great start by giving
them TLC – “Tender-Loving-Care.” Learn tips for growing, fertilizing, and pruning
your beautiful plants. Discover why they are considered one of the most beautiful flowers in the world. Get to know the rose varieties and which ones grow better in your area. Come and join us to find out how to care for the “Queen” of your garden named “Rose!”
Date Wednesday, May 15, 2024
Time 6:30—7:30 p.m.
Place Portsmouth Public Library
Churchland Branch
4934 High Street West
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Spring Open Garden and Plant Sale
Spring Open Garden & Plant Sale
Join us Saturday, May 4th, for our biggest event of the spring!
We will be open from 9 AM – 1 PM with:
- Annuals, perennials, shrubs, vegetables, and herbs
- Bring your wagon to carry your treasures!
- Have ailing plants? The Plant Doctors will be on-site to answer questions.
- Soil testing information available
- Receive information on how to become a Master Gardener
- Stroll through the gardens and visit our Bee and Chicken booths.
Date Saturday, May 4, 2024
Time 9AM – 1PM
Place VCE Portsmouth Office
105 Utah Street
CASH, CHECK, and CHARGE CARDS ACCEPTED
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