Mini Flowerpot – Decorate a flowerpot and then fill it with soil and seeds. Space limited. First come, first served. March 30, 3 p.m., Noe Valley Branch

Teen Programs

Gardening – De-stress your brain with gardening at Merced Branch on most Saturdays in March. March 2, 9, 23, 30, 11 a.m., Merced Branch

Herbal and Flower Bath Salts – Learn about the healing properties of common herbs and flowers and take home a seed packet to grow your own. Space limited. Reservations required: (415) 355-2848. March 9, 1:30 p.m., Visitacion Valley Branch and 4 p.m., Anza Branch

Adult Programs

The Art and Science of Succulents – Examine the art and science of growing succulents, including soil mixes, propagation, oddities and use of color. March 9, 2 p.m., Richmond Branch

Spiller, Filler, Thriller: How to Create Lush Container Gardens – Learn the filler, spiller, thriller method to create a gorgeous container garden that will carry you through spring, summer and fall. March 9, 2 p.m., Virtual Library

Homegrown Herbs Made Easy – Explore herbs throughout history, herbs in the wild, as pollinator plants and in the kitchen, including tips on cultivation, propagation and storage methods. March 10, 2 p.m., Mission Bay Branch

Conservatory of Flowers – Explore the Conservatory of Flowers with an experienced guide to learn about treasures from the tropics. Space limited. Reservations required: (415) 355-2838 March 13, 3 p.m., Conservatory of Flowers, Golden Gate Park

Plant Swap – Bring cuttings, seedlings, starts and divisions; share  your surplus and take home something new! March 17, 1 p.m., Bernal Heights Branch; March 17, 2 p.m., Glen Park Branch; March 23, 11 a.m., Merced Branch