Learn how to create a backyard landscape in free classes

Published: February 26, 2013

image by: Richland Countywide Stormwater Consortium

COLUMBIA — Homeowners can learn how to create beautiful and functional landscapes at the 2013 Richland County Backyard Landscape Series hosted by the Richland Countywide Stormwater Consortium, Clemson Extension and Richland County.

Classes will be held on four Thursdays from 6 to 7 p.m. beginning March 14 at the Richland County Public Library, Cooper Branch, 5317 N. Trenholm Road, Columbia.

The series is free and registration is not required. For more information, contact Mary Caflisch at 803-865-1216, ext. 122, or mnevins@clemson.edu, or download the flyer.

Based on the principles of the Carolina Yards and Neighborhoods program, the series is designed to assist homeowners achieve their desired landscape while saving time and money and protecting South Carolina’s natural resources. 

Topics include selecting the best plants for the yard, caring for lawn grass, gardening for wildlife and conserving water in the landscape.

The Richland Countywide Stormwater Consortium is a regional collaboration involving Clemson University’s Carolina Clear program in partnership with communities and educators from universities, state agencies and nonprofits.

2013 Richland County Backyard Landscape Series

• March 14: Choosing the right plant and the right location
• March 21: Top 10 tips for tending turf
• March 29: Gardening for wildlife 
• April 4: Conserving water in the landscape

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