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Garden Care Basics
2025-05-28 19:00:00 2025-05-28 20:00:00 America/Chicago Garden Care Basics Niles-Maine District Library - Commons Meeting Room A&B

Wednesday, May 28
7:00pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-05-28 19:00:00 2025-05-28 20:00:00 America/Chicago Garden Care Basics Niles-Maine District Library - Commons Meeting Room A&B

Niles-Maine District Library

Commons Meeting Room A&B

Join us for an in-depth class focused on the essential skills needed to maintain a healthy, beautiful garden.

You did it. You planted a garden! But you just know it can’t be this easy. Something is coming. Join us for an in-depth class focused on the essential skills needed to maintain a healthy, beautiful garden. We’ll cover common fertilizing and pruning techniques that promote plant vitality, and explore how to manage the typical pests and diseases found in Chicagoland gardens. Each topic will be approached with ecology and sustainability in mind, ensuring that your garden thrives while supporting the environment. Whether you're a beginner or looking to refresh your skills, this class offers practical, eco-friendly tips for garden care.

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Phone: 847-663-1234
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Mon, Apr 28 9:30AM to 8:30PM
Tue, Apr 29 9:30AM to 8:30PM
Wed, Apr 30 9:30AM to 8:30PM
Thu, May 01 9:30AM to 8:30PM
Fri, May 02 9:30AM to 7:00PM
Sat, May 03 9:30AM to 5:00PM
Sun, May 04 12:00PM to 5:00PM
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