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The Ada County Extension Office does more than just 4-H - check out the free landscaping classes!

University of Idaho, Ada County Extension, City of Boise, and United Water, Idaho are holding a series of Free Landscaping Classes, Wednesdays from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm. The classes are held at the Boise Library, 715 S Capitol Blvd.


February 9
Choosing the Right Plant

February 16
Water-Wise Landscape Design

February 23
Caring for a Water-Wise Landscape

To register email: landscape@unitedwater.com



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