PASCO -- Learn what to look for when buying garden tools, how to care for roses and pick up some tips on landscape design at a series of free classes at Job's Nursery north of Pasco.
Feeding and Watering Roses -- Helen Newman of the Washington State University Extension Master Gardeners and the Tri-City Rose Society will discuss how to feed, prune and care for roses. The class is at 2 p.m. May 23.
The Right Tools -- Master Gardener Kay Fick will discuss how to shop for, use and care for garden tools to make working in the garden more productive and enjoyable. The class is at 3 p.m. June 6.
Interactive Landscape Design -- Learn some of the basics of landscape design with Kathy Job. She'll show combinations of plants that work together for full sun locations and display them in a flower bed layout. The class is at 3 p.m. June 13.
Pruning Basics -- Duane and Arthur Job will demonstrate how to prune trees to keep them healthy and attractive. They'll also discuss proper tools. The class is at 3 p.m. June 20.
For more information on the garden classes or to suggest future topics, e-mail Alex Job at jobsnursery@gmail.com. Or call 509-547-4843.
The nursery is north of Pasco. To find it, drive north on Road 68 and turn left on Columbia River Road and watch for signs. The address is 4072 Columbia River Road.
* Loretto J. Hulse: 582-1513; lhulse@tricityherald.com. See more of the Herald's Home & Garden stories at www.tricityhomeandgarden.com.
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