The N.C. Cooperative Extension Service will be holding a Gardening Basics 101 Seminar (free) on Tuesday March 18^th  from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. at the Macon Extension Center located on 193 Thomas Heights Rd. Franklin NC.

This seminar is geared for those new to gardening or desiring to brush up on the basics. Participants will learn about site selection and preparation, proper soil and plant fertility needs, spacing, crop rotation, cultivars and the differences between cool and warm season vegetables. Finally, we will lightly discuss the most common disease, insect and weed problems and their potential control options.

For more information, go to macon.ces.ncsu.edu/events or contact the Macon County Extension Center to register at 828 349 2046 or e-mail Debbie Hunter at debbie_hunter@ncsu.edu

N.C. Cooperative Extension is an equal opportunity provider.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, N.C. Cooperative Extension will honor requests for reasonable accommodations made by individuals with disabilities. Please direct accommodation requests to: Christy Bredenkamp, Christy_bredenkamp@ncsu.edu, or 828-349-2049. Requests can be served more effectively if notice is provided at least 10 days before the event.