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Continued from page 14 survive, but they won’t grow well.” She said that if anyone insists on planting early, that they must then cage them with plastic to prevent damage. “If it’s going to get colder than two degrees at night, you have to plan for that and be ready,” she said. “It’s much safer to wait a couple weeks before planting.” For those looking for more tips and tricks, Greyhaven Gardens, where Marshall works, will be hosting several workshops throughout the beginning of the growing season to help people get a little more in tune with their plants. (Unless otherwise noted, the seminars are free.) On May 4 Marshall will host a seminar called the Four Seasons of Gardening starting at 10 a.m. It will include a 12-month checklist to help people figure out what they need to be doing each month to keep their gardens looking great. “I’ll explain when to prune, when to cut away dead heads and how to deal with common problems,” she said. May 11 and 12 there will be a kids table set up at the nursery allowing parents to enjoy the greenhouse and do their shopping while their children take part in activities. May 25 a seminar on cooking with fresh herbs will be hosted by Part II Bistro owner and chef Peter Gusso. The session costs $15 and begins at 9 a.m. On June 1 Marshall, along with some assistance from Nature’s Nest in Londesborough, will be running a seminar on attracting birds. “We’ll explore how to set up to welcome birds to the garden,” she said. “It’s important to have animals naturally want to be in your garden because they help keep the plants clean and health. Birds like the Tree Swallow can eat their own weight in bugs in a day, helping to keep gardens bug free without using pesticides.” She said she would also look at what kind of bird accessories work and where they should be put including feeders, houses and bird baths. On June 8, Dianne Brandon of Bayfield will be hosting a flowers and photography class starting at 9 a.m. On June 12, Anna Dalton Needles will be presenting a seminar called Groundwork for Home Landscaping from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. The cost for this seminar is $10. For more information, visit Greyhaven Gardens on Facebook. Greyhaven Gardens running garden-themed workshops Continued from page 14codes. Knowing what themunicipality allows in basementremodeling will help you to customize a plan that is functional, safe and legal. No one wants to be slapped with fines for failing to follow the rules. Plus, failure to meet building codes could mean the work that has been done must be torn out and redone. It pays to follow the chain of command and secure permits while having all work inspected. DON’T overlook adequate lighting in your refinishing plan. A basement is likely one area of the house that has limited natural light pouring in. With traditionally small windows, or no windows at all, a basement needs ample lighting in its design scheme. This may include a combination of overhead and task lighting. Ample lighting will help the room feel like part of the house and not just a forgotten storage area. DO take into consideration moisture issues in the basement. Many basements are plagued by moisture issues ranging from water seepage to condensation forming on walls. These situations may vary depending on the weatherthroughout the year. Certainmaterials may need to be used tomitigate water issues before finishing can take place. The installation of water-barrier systems, drainage, sump pumps or encapsulation products could drive up the cost of a basement renovation. It is essential to have a professional assess the basement water issues prior to starting any finishing work. DON’T simply cover up potential hazards, such as mold or mildew. Have them treated instead. Otherwise, you could have a breeding ground behind drywall that could lead to unsafe conditions in the home. DO have a radon test. Radon is a hidden killer that can cause lung cancer. Because it occurs naturally in the soil and water surrounding a home and is impossible to detect without a specialized test, many people are unaware of the presence of radon until it is too late. Radon may be more concentrated in the basement, where the foundation is touching the soil. Therefore, rule out radon before considering renovation of a basement area.DON’T limit furniture choices toone type. You may need to beflexible in your furniture choices, even selecting modular pieces, like sectionals, because entryways to basements may have small doorways or obstructions that make adding furniture more challenging. DO keep the possibility of flooding in the back of your head. Homes that are near waterways or at low elevation may be at risk of flooding. Basements are especially susceptible to flood damage. Therefore, think about the practicality of finishing a basement if you are prone to flooding. If you decide to move ahead, take certain precautionary measures, such as keeping electrical wiring up higher and using a more water-resistant flooring material, like tile or vinyl. House important electronics and items on shelves so they are not at ground-level. Finishing a basement is a job that can add a lot of usable space to a home. Go about the project in the right way to keep within budget and have a room that is safe and functional. Get radon test before building At the end of each gardeningsession, clean your toolsthoroughly, as soil left on yourgarden tools can play host topotentially harmful microbes that might kill your plants. To protect the value of your home, keep your gutters clean throughout the year. Rain flowing over windows, doors, and siding can rot fascia as well as door and window framing. It can erode the soil around your home and damage its foundation, and also cause a wet basement, mold, and mildew.