What's Happening in Encinitas, CA…

Gardeners and anyone interested in taking proper care of roses should consider attending an upcoming class in Encinitas.

BeeWorthy Farms is the location for the Summer Rose Care Class, which will be led by Dennis Sharmahd, an expert horticulturist. The workshop will be a hands-on class that will help rose fanciers learn how to keep their flowers beautiful and vibrant, especially in the summer.

The topics to be discussed are fertility needs, pruning techniques, harvesting tips, and disease and pest management. Growers will learn to meet fertility needs by creating the correct balance between soil amendments and nutrients.

The discussion on pruning techniques will include how, when, and where to prune the roses during the summer to encourage strong growth and continuous blooms.

The workshop on harvesting tips will offer practical guidance about how to cut roses for uses such as bouquets without compromising the health of the plant.

Finally, the discussion of managing pests and diseases will teach how to identify seasonal threats such as aphids, powdery mildew, black spot, and beetles, and how to use integrated and organic approaches to manage these problems.

People planning to attend the class should bring any questions they have, and prepare to learn how to care for these gorgeous flowers. The class is set for August 2, from 9.00 am until 11.00 am. BeeWorthy Farm is at 441 Quail Gardens Drive in Encinitas, Events like this can benefit if organizers use flyer printing to create information sheets for attendees.