| "Aesthetic Pruning of Trees and Shrubs Basic pruning knowledge expected. 9:30 a.m.-noon Sat. $20. The Gardens at Heather Farm, 1540 Marchbanks Rd., Walnut Creek. (925) 947-1678. " "Bay Area Carnivorous Plant Society Forbes Conrad shares his adventures in the search of Pinguicula, the African violet of the carnivorous plant world. 1-4:30 p.m. Sat. UC Botanical Garden, 200 Centennial Dr., Berkeley. (510) 643-2755. " "Delight Your Senses: An Ethnography of Roses Learn about the symbolism and cultural significance of the rose with Peter Klement. A reception with rose tea and rose-infused snacks follows. 10 a.m.-noon Sat. $20. UC Botanical Garden, 200 Centennial Dr., Berkeley. (510) 643-2755. " "El Cerrito Garden Club "Everything You Want to Know About Daffodils" with Bob Spotts. Guests welcome. 9:30 a.m. Thurs. $3. El Cerrito Community Center, 7007 Moeser Ln., El Cerrito. (510) 526-6827. " "Fruit Tree Class 10 a.m. Sat. Navlet Garden Center, 2895 Contra Costa Blvd., Pleasant Hill. (925) 939-9000. " "Less Toxic
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