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Posted on: May 15, 2023

Water Wise Gardening at the 17 Mile House Farm Park

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Drop by 17 Mile House Farm Park to learn about water-wise gardening with drought-tolerant plants from CSU Extension Master Gardeners.

Whether you are looking to remove some turf grass, plant perennials, attract pollinators or birds, or just looking to save on your water bill, Master Gardeners will have information for you! Also, discover outdoor insects and learn which are friends vs. foes.

Featured activity: scavenger hunt to identify plants such as blue grama grass and prairie sage.

Saturday, June 10, 2023
9 a.m.–12 p.m.
17 Mile House Farm Park
8181 S Parker Rd, Centennial, CO 80016

Events are free but require registration due to capacity limits.

Register Now!

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