May 16th, Tuesday, at 9am
“What’s in Bloom" Walking Tour
Join one of our staff members as we walk through our nursery and
show you the latest flowers in bloom.
Let us know if you have any questions about what you see or
any of your home garden issues, you’d like us to discuss.

This walking tour is  FREE!

Saturday, May 27th
1-3pm
“Make Your Own Memorial Day Planter" Workshop

This workshop will focus on creating a stunning flower planter using red, white and blue annuals. We will use 12 inch plastic planter, 4-5 annuals, soil, fertilizer, water storing crystals and provide additional materials. You will leave this workshop with a memorable planter and a new understanding of plant arrangement plus a great time!
You may bring your own pot.

We are planning our workshops for the 2024 sesaon.  

Let us know what you'd like to learn about!

Some ideas below!

Tuesday, June 20th 
“Native Plants-
Creating a Backyard Habitat" Class- FREE

Throughout the class, we will discuss the benefits of using native perennial plants in your landscaping, including their ability to support local ecosystems and provide habitat for wildlife. We will cover topics such as plant selection, design, and care, and how to create a healthy and sustainable garden. 
We will explore the different types of native plants, including trees, shrubs, and wildflowers, and discuss how to choose the right plants for your garden based on factors such as soil type, sunlight, and water availability. You will learn how to design your garden to support the needs of local wildlife, such as pollinators and birds, and how to create a diverse and balanced ecosystem.  

Saturday and Sunday, July 1st and 2nd 
1-3pm
“Hypertufa Pot and Planting Design" Workshop

This workshop will take place over the course of TWO AFTERNOONS, from 1-3pm each day. The first day, we will discuss the properties of hypertufa and build a pot. The second day, we will unmold and create the textured surface. Linda Kellish will make recommendations for types of plants to compliment this handmade pot. Made though the correct combination and mixing of sand, peat moss, and Portland cement, hypertufa is relatively light but strong solution to garden design. Hypertufa has the advantage of resembling stone, with a lot less weight while still attracts moss.  _more information_ 

Saturday, May 20th  1-2pm

Kids “Totally Tomato” Workshop-FREE!

Bring your children to this fun workshop to plant a tomato seedling. Your child will be guided how to prepare the soil, plant, and care for the seedling, learn about different types of tomatoes and companion planting. They will also be given a four pack with a packet of tomato seeds and nasturtium seeds to plant at home. Watch your tomato grow throughout the season and have them enjoy their harvest!

Last year our most popular class was:

"Medicinal Properties of Herbs” Class 

 Beth Hill of Beth's Natural Way was informative, engaging and entertaining on the medicinal advantages of herbs.
Let us know if you would like to see more of Beth!

Other ideas: 

Planting your own Patio Containers

Pruning

Planting techniques

Planning your landscape

WHAT WOULD YOU LIKE TO LEARN ABOUT?

Sunday, June 4th
1-3pm 
“Introduction to Beekeeping"
Class with Ray Lowe- FREE!
Welcome to the "Introduction to Beekeeping" class with Ray Lowe.
In this two hour class, you will learn the basics of beekeeping and how to get started with your own hive. We will cover topics such as honey bee biology, the benefits of beekeeping, equipment needed, and hive management. We will also discuss the importance of bees in our ecosystem and the challenges they face. 
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Saturday, June 3rd 
1-3 pm
“Container Gardening with Linda Kellish" Workshop

Whether you're looking to add color to your patio or balcony, or simply enjoy the beauty of nature, this class is sure to inspire you to create your own container garden.  Join Linda Kellish to learn what annual flower combinations work well together as well as the best choices for sun or shade locations. In addition, we will cover basic container gardening techniques, such as watering..._more information_

Saturday, June 10th 
1-3pm
“Creating a Cut Flower Garden" Class- FREE
So what is a “Cut Flower?” 
Simply put, it is a flower that is grown for the purpose of cutting it off and using it for decorative purposes. We will discuss the different types of cut flowers, including annuals and perennials, and how to choose the right plants for your garden based on your needs and preferences. You will learn how to prepare your garden bed and how to plant your seeds and plants properly.  In addition, we will cover basic gardening techniques, such as watering, pruning,  
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Tuesday, July 4th
“What’s in Bloom- Walking Tour”
Join one of our staff members as we walk through our nursery and show you the latest flowers in bloom.
Let us know if you have any questions about what you see or any of your home garden issues, you’d like us to discuss 

Saturday, July 22nd 
“Rejuvenation Pruning for Homeowners”  
Keep your trees and shrubs healthy, attractive, and long-lived using expert pruning techniques. In this hands-on workshop, learn basic pruning principles including how to make the correct cuts, the best times of year to prune various plants, and how to select and use the right tools. Gain the confidence to prune your plants in a more naturalistic, appealing, and professional way 

Tuesday, August 8th 
“What’s in Bloom- Walking Tour”
Join one of our staff members as we walk through our nursery and show you the latest flowers in bloom.
Let us know if you have any questions about what you see or any of your home garden issues, you’d like us to discuss