Do you have a shady lot? Are you having trouble finding plants that do well growing under trees? If so, this class is for you! Learn about the many different plants that survive in shade in Florida and receive a FREE plant guidebook that contains color photos and information on more than 300 plants. Monday, Aug. 5. 5:30-6:30 p.m. at the Hernando County Extension office, 1653 Blaise Dr., Brooksville FL.

Fertilize Appropriately Class

Do you know what's causing your plants to look so sickly? Is it an Iron, Magnesium, Manganese, Nitrogen, Potassium or Zinc deficiency? Are you aware that too much fertilizer can go unused by a plant's roots and end up polluting our aquifer, rivers, lakes and springs? There's lots to learn about fertilizing appropriately. Join me Wednesday, July 24 at the Spring Hill Library. 10:30 a.m. No RSVP needed. For more information, call (352) 540-6230.

Rain Barrel Workshop

Rain Barrel Workshop July 22, 2013 -- 5:30 p.m.

Who:	Sylvia Durell, Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ program coordinator, Hernando County Utilities Department
What:	A rain barrel workshop is scheduled to provide Hernando County residents information on the use and care of rain barrels. At the end of the workshop, participants will be guided through the assembly of their 60-gallon rain barrel. Using rain barrels in a landscape is a great way to reduce dependence on irrigation and provide water to plant beds and vegetable gardens. Diverting potential runoff also helps protect area waterways from potential pollution. Cost for the class is $55 per person. Customers of Hernando County Utilities Department will receive a $25 credit on their water bill. Space is limited. Pre-registration requested to ensure availability of a rain barrel. One barrel per customer.
When:	Monday, July 22, 2013 5:30 p.m.
Where:	Hernando County Extension office 1653 Blaise Dr., Brooksville, FL 34601

Contact:     Sylvia Durell at (352) 540-6230 or via email at sdurell@co.hernando.fl.us for more information.