Orange County Government continues to provide unique opportunities for residents interested in learning about the latest news and practices affecting our area. The Orange County Extension and Education Center offer numerous classes that benefit the citizens of Orange County and surrounding areas.

During the month of February a number horticulture workshop will be held at the Orange County Extension and Education Center to help residents prepare their gardens and lawns for spring. Information for the February workshops can be found below. I encourage you to take advantage of these classes and learn about the best practices for caring for your garden. Registration is required for these workshops. For more information please call (407)254-9200.

TOPIC:The Fab Four: Plants to Make Your Garden Pop!

This four week series invites gardeners to learn about new plants they may not be familiar with using in their landscape.

LOCATION: Orange County Extension Education Center,

6021 S. Conway Road, Orlando, FL 32812

DATES/TIMES: Thursday, Feb 9th   10-11:30am & 6:00-8pm (Succulents)

Thursday, Feb 16th 10-11:30am (Bamboos)

Thursday, Feb 23rd 10-11:30am & 6:30-8pm (Aroids)

Thursday, Mar 1st 10-11:30am & 6:30-8pm (Bromeliads)

COST: $10 per class or $30 for all four weeks. Registration is required.

Register on-line only at www.newplants.eventbrite.com

TOPIC:Spring Lawn Care

Winter is over and it is time to make the lawn look good for summer. Irrigation, pest control, damage control, weed management are all covered in a one-hour presentation.

LOCATION: Orange County Extension Education Center,

6021 S. Conway Road, Orlando, FL 32812

DATE/TIME: Saturday, Feb 25th 9-10:30am

COST: FREE! Registration is required. Please call 407.254.9200 to register.