A class on "To Prune Or

Not To Prune - Pruning Basics" is set for Feb. 28 at 11 a.m.

This hands-on class, taught by Judi Kubitz, covers the how, why, where

and when of this important gardening chore, which is critical to the health

and well being of trees, shrubs, perennials and many other types of plants.�You

will learn about what equipment to use, techniques to use in pruning,

how to determine what plants need pruning and when it needs to happen.�Bring

your pruning shears or buy a pair at the class.

Andy's Garden Club returns

March 6 at 9:30 a.m. for "Garden Basics." Learn about the difference

between soil and dirt, how to select and�use�the fertilizers you will

need in the garden, and about the use of mulch, watering, selection and�planting,

overall care and maintenance of most plants.�This is an important program

for the person new to the area and for those who want to learn more about

being successful in the garden.

A special seminar, "All

About Perennials," is hosted by Andy's Garden Club March 20

from 9 a.m. until noon. Whether your garden is big or small, this program

will offer ideas to help you make the spaces in your garden special. This

seminar will offer you everything you need to create the perennial garden

of your dreams. We will take you from planning to planting to create sustained

interest, drama and beauty in the garden. The program will cover�the basics

of planting and the introduction�to plants that will create beauty in

your garden�through the four seasons. Program will include hands on�workshops

teaching dividing perennials, working with the soil and other topics where

you will be involved. More information will be forthcoming concerning

instructors, etc. The fee is $10 per person and pre-registration is required.

To register, phone Andy's at 770-461-6089.

A Spring Festival Kickoff class

on "How To Grow Beautiful Roses" is March 27 at 11 a.m., presented

of the South Metro Rose Society.�These folks grow award-winning roses

and they will come prepared to teach you about growing the many varieties

of roses, planting bare root and container grown plants. Learn how the

pros select roses, planting and maintenance of roses for your garden.�You

will learn about soil preparation, lighting needs, fertilizers, watering,

spraying for insects and diseases and about the pruning needed to get

the best growth and form out of your roses.�Steve is an expert on the

miniature rose and he will cover how to grow these little beauties.�Growing

roses can and should be a fun and rewarding experience.

All of these program are at

the Fayetteville location of Andy's Nursery, 1807 N. Ga. Highway

85. For more information, phone 770-461-6089.

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