Riverbanks Zoo Hosts Adult Garden Workshops

On Saturday, March 12, Riverbanks Zoo & Garden will host its Vegetable Gardening 101 workshop for adults from 10 to 11:30 a.m. in its beautiful Botanical Garden amphitheater area. Participants will learn basic principles, techniques and tips to create a successful vegetable garden this summer. By incorporating good soil and space-saving techniques, a small area can provide a big bounty of home-grown produce. The fun-filled class will feature expert horticulturists that will engage participants with hands-on learning activities and demonstrations in a relaxed and creative environment. They will provide practical advice to maximize time, effort and energy when it comes to growing veggies. Individuals interested in attending are asked to please RSVP.

Cost: $15 per person. Location: Riverbanks Zoo & Garden, 130 Botanical Pkwy., W. Columbia. For more information, call 803-779-8717 or visit Riverbanks.org.