Placer County master gardeners present workshop Saturday
A miniature peach tree wears its spring finery: bright pink blossoms. Kathy Morrison
Dream of having an orchard? Even a small garden can include fruit trees! The Placer County master gardeners will share the details Saturday, Feb. 24, in a free class at the Lincoln Library.
The class will run from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. No pre-registration is required.
"Have you ever wondered what kinds of fruit trees would be best in your garden?" say the organizers. "This class is for you if you are interested in learning the five most important steps that ensure flourishing fruit trees."
-- Selecting the right varieties.
-- Understanding the importance of chill hours.
-- Attracting pollinators for your fruit trees.
-- Successful bare root planting techniques.
-- Ways to increase the variety of your fruit trees.
The Lincoln Library is at 485 Twelve Bridges Road, Lincoln.
For more information on Placer County master gardeners programs and events, visit https://pcmg.ucanr.edu/
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