ALACHUA COUNTY, FL - The Alachua County Cooperative Extension Office is pleased to announce the following Environmental Horticulture Programs for November, 2012. These programs are being offered by Wendy Wilber, Environmental Horticulture Agent, at the Extension Office (2800 NE 39 Avenue, Gainesville).
Raised Bed Winter Vegetable Gardening – November 7, from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Topics include which crops grow in the winter vegetable garden and the efficient technique of growing your produce in raised beds. Demonstration gardens located onsite.
Growing Blueberries & Peaches – November 21, from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Topics include which varieties grow in Alachua County and proper pruning & fertilizing techniques.
There is no charge for these programs. Space is limited so pre-registration is recommended by calling 352-337-6209.
For more information about these programs call 352-955-2402. Visit the Extension Office calendar for additional programs offered by the Extension Office.
The Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (IFAS) is an Equal Opportunity Institution authorized to provide research, educational information, and other services only to individuals and institutions that function with non-discrimination with respect to race, creed, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, political opinions, or affiliations. IFAS is a cooperative of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the Cooperative Extension Service, the University of Florida, the Florida A&M University Cooperative Extension Program, and Boards of County Commissioners.
Persons with disabilities needing special accommodate should contact the Extension Office at least 10 working days prior to the event so that special consideration can be given to the request.