© St. Petersburg Times, published April 27, 2002
16th annual Green Thumb Festival
Today and Sunday
10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Walter Fuller Park, 7891 26th Ave. N, St. Petersburg
For information, call (727) 893-7335
Green thumbs are not required for this city-sponsored celebration in St. Petersburg. More than 180 exhibitors and vendors will be on hand with information and demonstrations on landscaping and conservation; a diagnostic clinic for plants, soil and water; flower show; bonsai and flower-arranging demonstrations; children's activities; plant giveaways; tree sale; entertainment and more.
From 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. both days, kids may bring their special plants in for the Children's Plant Fair with judging and awards.