The Sunshine Coast Botanical Garden has two workshops this weekend to get you going.
This Saturday, Jan. 17 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Sparling Pavilion at the Garden, instructor and arborist Cheryl Topping will explain how plants respond to pruning, demonstrate techniques outdoors and answer your questions. Admission by donation, $10 to $15 is suggested.
On Sunday at 1 p.m. learn how and why to prune fruit trees from Topping in a Roberts Creek orchard. Registration and pre-payment are required, as space is very limited. Admission is $15 for Garden members or $20 for non-members. Learn some of the goals, methods and tools for keeping fruit trees healthy and productive. Address provided upon registration.
The Sunshine Coast Botanical Garden is located at 5941 Mason Road in West Sechelt. See more details about upcoming events at www.coastbotanicalgarden.org. Winter hours are Friday to Monday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. by donation.
