Gardener gatherings seminars scheduled

As residents prepare their spring gardens, everyone is invited to attend the Gardener Gatherings series, hosted by Purdue Extension and the Putnam County Soil and Water Conservation District.

The seminars are open to anyone who wants to learn more about gardening.

The gatherings are scheduled for the following days:

-- April 27: Vegetable Gardening 101.

-- May 11: Composting and Soil Amendments.

-- May 25: The Basics of Having Trees.

Each seminar will be conducted from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at the Putnam County Extension Office, 152 E. Columbia St., Greencastle (enter by the drive-through for PNC Bank).

The seminars are free and open to the public. However, it is asked that participants register for the program by noon the day of the event. To register, call 653-8411 or email smith535@purdue.edu.

Questions concerning the seminars may be directed to Jenna Nees at 653-8411 or by e-mail at smith535@purdue.edu.