Eco-Event: Drought-tolerant plants for Northern Nevada

By Kat Kerlin

This article was published on 02.10.11

Learn about gardening with plants that thrive in Nevada’s dry climate on Tuesday, Feb. 15 at “Drought-Tolerant Plants for Northern Nevada.” The class, taught by master gardener Carol Feldman at 6:30 p.m., is part of the free Tuesday night series “Gardening in Nevada” offered through the University of Nevada Cooperative Extension and Washoe County Parks. Held at the Western Heritage Interpretive Center at Bartley Ranch Regional Park, 6000 Bartley Ranch Road. Learn more by calling 784-4848, or visit www.unce.unr.edu.

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