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Think it can't be recycled? Think again
From paint cans to concrete, spring projects can produce a hefty amount of junk that needs to be disposed of this time of year. Despite what people might think, much of that junk can be recycled. Before it goes to the trash bin, consider looking into ways of disposing of it properly. |
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Go green with home composting
Instead of feeding fruit and vegetable peelings to the garbage disposal or lugging yard and garden clippings to the curb, homeowners may consider making their own “gardeners gold” out of organic waste products. |
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Wednesday, May 14
GROSSE POINTE FARMS — The Grosse Pointe Unit of Herb Society of America will hold its May meeting 7-9 p.m. at the Grosse Pointe Academy, located at 171 Lakeshore, Grosse Pointe Farms. Georgeann Brown of the Toledo Botanical Gardens will be speaking on planning a kitchen garden. For more information, call (313) 881-1237.
Saturday, May 17
TROY — The Troy Garden Club, the Evening Primrose Garden Club and the Troy Parks and Recreation Department will hold the 14th annual Perennial Plant Exchange from 10 a.m. to noon May 17 at the Troy Civic Center, in the Aquatic Center Parking lot, 3425 Civic Center Drive.
The event takes place rain or shine. Trading only is permitted, and no money will be exchanged. Master gardeners will be on hand to answer questions. Plants must be labeled with the type and color of bloom, if known. Only healthy, pest-free plants may be exchanged. Wagons are permitted to facilitate easy trading. |
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