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The University of Maine Cooperative Extension is offering a series of workshops for home gardeners. If you're a veteran gardener looking for technical help or a novice gardener who needs the basics, these three hands-on workshops led by Extension Educator Mark Hutchinson will help you succeed with vegetables, small fruit or ornamentals.

Tuesday, January 29 - Soil Organic Matter and Fertility. Learn about the foundation of your garden and how to maximize soil health for your plants.

Tuesday, February 5 - Growing Small Fruit . Highbush blueberries, strawberries, raspberries and blackberries are popular in Maine gardens. Learn what it takes to make them bear delicious fruit for fresh eating and preserves.

Tuesday, February 12 - Mulching and Irrigation for Small Gardens . Once your garden is planted, this workshop will show you how to decrease the need for weeding and watering.

All classes will be held from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Knox-Lincoln Extension office, 377 Manktown Road in Waldoboro (across from Medomak Valley High School). Each session is $5 and includes handouts. Space is limited, so please call 800-244-2104 to register in advance.

The university provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Any person with a disability who needs accommodations for this program should contact Pamela Doherty to discuss their needs at least 10 days in advance.