Good news for gardeners: The Nevada County Resources Conservation Department is giving a seminar on using native grasses in landscapes, meadows and pastures next Saturday. Master gardener Lynn Lorenson will be talking about different native grasses and the ways they can be used. Resources Conservation Director Janet Blake says much of the seminar will be dedicated to understanding the advantages of native grasses for lawns and to a Q&A session about natural grasses.

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The Seminar begins at 9 a.m. on Saturday, June 9th, and goes until noon. There is a five dollar admission charge and seats are limited. If you are interested, you are urged to call 272-3417 extension 104 to reserve your place at the seminar.