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Friendly Gardener — Pest and Weed Control (Course)

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Friday, March 20, 2009

6:30pm to 8:30pm

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Course Details Control pests that devour your garden! Eliminate toxic chemicals and harmful pesticides by making “green garden” remedies; take home a soapy marigold insecticide, gardener’s soap bar, hand repair salve and a fungicide spray. Recipes for slug removal and insect repellant are also included. All supplies are included in the course fee.  

Instructor Cheryl Theilade, Owner of Scentimental Creations.  

Location At the Botanical Garden Reception Centre, near the main entrance (Directions to the Botanical Garden)  

Class Size 16 people maximum  

Cost (General) $50.00  

Cost (Garden Members) $45.00  

Please Note Advance registration required. All supplies are included in the course fee.  

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