Source: Heather Wagoner, 785-826-2917, hwagoner@k-state.edu
News release prepared by: Abigail Crouse, 785-826-2642, acrouse@sal.ksu.edu
Monday, March 31, 2008
K-STATE AT SALINA TO OFFER CONTAINER FLOWERING GARDENING COURSE
SALINA -- Kansas State University at Salina's department of continuing education will offer Container Flower Gardening 101 beginning April 24.
In this four-evening class, students will learn flower characteristics, plant care and gardening tips.
Class dates are April 24 and May 1, 7 and 8. All classes are 7-9 p.m. The first two classes will consist of basic information and instruction, and the remaining classes will focus on hands-on experience, including a field trip to local greenhouses to learn about purchasing plants and planting.
Gardening expert Jane Hart, a horticulturist with 15 years of experience, will instruct the class.
The class costs $60 and the enrollment deadline is Thursday, April 17. For more information, contact K-State at Salina continuing education at 785-826-2633.