Bell’s Seed Store in Fayetteville Offering Free Spring Growing Seminar
It’s almost time for gardening season, and if you’re looking for a little help with spring growing, we’ve got just the tip for you.
In all honesty, about the only thing growing in my yard right now are weeds. But, I am promising myself that I am going to eliminate those weeds this year and have a better crop and a healthier crop of grass than last year. How you might ask. It is all about education.
I plan to start by attending a free seminar this Saturday morning at 10:00 a.m. The title of the presentation is “Are You Ready for Spring?” Now, the young man that will be teaching this FREE event is known around town as “The Bloomin’ Idiot.” “The Bloomin’ Idiot” Jeff Thompson is the manager of Bell’s Seed Store in downtown Fayetteville. Take it from me, if you have any question about your yard, your landscaping or the garden, chances are Jeff can and will answer that question.
I would recommend to arrive at Bell’s Seed Store no later that 9:30 a.m. just to be sure that you get a seat. If it rains, Bell’s has an indoor area for the event. Bell’s is located across from the Cumberland County Courthouse at 230 East Russell Street in downtown Fayetteville, North Carolina. Bell’s Seed Store has been serving Fayetteville’s lawn and garden needs for over 100 years.
It is not required, but you may register for the 10:00 a.m. spring growing seminar by calling 910-483-8400 or you can sign up by email at bellseedstore@embarqmail.com.
Be sure to take your notepad and writing instrument with you. Trust me, you will want to take notes.
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After the one hour seminar, Jeff will take questions from the audience.
Here are a few spring growing questions that come to mind:
- -Are there any new plants this year?
- -What about pest and disease issues and how to combat both?
- -Do you have any questions about trees and shrubs?
- -When is the best time to fertilize my lawn?
- -When is the best time to apply lime to my lawn?
- -Do I need to do a Soil Sample and how?
- -Is it too late to apply a pre-emergent or a post emergent for weed control?
- -How can I control Henbit along with other weeds in my lawn?
- -What are the most popular types of grasses in our area?
- -Which type of grass requires the least amount of maintenance?
- -Can I grow a golf course type of grass at my home?
- -How often should I water my lawn?
- -Does my lawn need aerating and if so how?
- -I have moles. What can I do?
- -Is there a calendar that tells me the month of the year and what I should be doing?
One other thing. If you or if you know someone that is looking for a job, Bell’s Seed Store is hiring. They are currently accepting applications for the following positions:
- Customer Service Representatives (Duties include assisting customers loading their vehicles, customer service responsibilities and merchandising)
- We are also looking to hire a licensed forklift operator for our warehouse.
Apply in person at Bell’s Seed Store, 230 East Russell Street, Fayetteville, NC.
Across from the Courthouse Downtown.
NO Phone Calls please.
I hope to see you Saturday morning for all the spring growing tips.
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