Wednesday, September 3, 2008

Skillin's Barbara Holt On the Road Near You!

Hello again,

We are pleased to announce that Skillin’s Cumberland Barbara Holt is hitting the road in the month of September to a location near you!

Barbara has been on the Skillin’s staff for four years and specializes in trees, shrubs, perennials and annuals. Barbara is a certified Master Gardener and loves to practice organic gardening. She also raises sheep, chickens and goats at home. Be sure to stop by and see her at one or all of these events.

September 7—Maine Wildlife Park in Gray 11:00-2:00

Barbara will be speaking about native habitats and the benefit of planting native plants in the landscape for shade, food and nesting for wildlife. Barbara will also have plant material on hand to display and for sale!

September 11-Yarmouth Farmer’s Market, Sacred Heart Church, Yarmouth 2:30-5:30 PM

Barbara will be speaking about dividing, relocating and transplanting plants (2:30), beneficial pruning (3:10), putting your beds to rest (3:50) and composting (4:30). Q & A to follow each session.

September 20—Cumberland Farmer’s Market, Greely High School, Cumberland 8:30-12 Noon

Barbara will be speaking about dividing, relocating and transplanting plants (8:30), beneficial pruning (9:20), putting your beds to rest (10:00) and composting (10:50). Q & A to follow each session.

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