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Gardening workshops in Forsyth County this Spring

From composting to planting seeds, these workshops will teach you best practices for growing your garden.

WStoday: Gardening workshops in Forsyth County

Learn how to grow different types of tomatoes with Forsyth County gardening experts.

Photo by Leslie R.

If your love for gardening is evergreen, may we suggest a lily bit of knowledge? Forsyth County Cooperative Extension is hosting free workshops this month to help you nurture your garden — registration is encouraged.

Growing and Caring for Tomatoes | Saturday, March 16 | 9 a.m. | The Arboreteum at Tanglewood Park, 4201 Manor House Circle, Clemmons | Learn tips and tricks to growing tomato plants from seeds — space is limited.

Forsyth Creek Week: Composting ABC | Lewisville Branch Library, 6490 Shallowford Rd., Lewisville | Tuesday, March 19 | 12 p.m. | Learn how to layer food scraps and yard trimmings and apply compost to your garden and lawn.

Blackberry Pruning Workshop | Thursday, March 21 | 4-6 p.m. | 800 Jonestown Rd., Winston-Salem | Follow the steps of pruning + training blackberry vines to maximize plant health and longevity.

Blooming Pages: A Gardening Book Club | Thursday, March 28 | 11 a.m.-12 p.m. | Paddison Memorial Library, 248 Harmon Ln., Kernersville | Discuss gardening techniques from the chosen book of the month.

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