2012 Garden Classes
Most classes offered at no charge, unless otherwise noted*
All classes Noon-1:00pm
Feb 18
Sustainable Gardening with Martha Clatterbaugh, Master Gardener
Learn the methods and plants that can help create a more sustainable future. Call to reserve a seat in our indoor classroom. Limited to 25 people.
Mar 17
Soil Amendments with Mary Machala, Master Gardener
Discover those materials that can be added to soil to improve its health and vigor. Call to reserve a seat in our indoor classroom. Limited to 25 people.
Apr 21
Plant Propagation with Frankie Dennison, Master Gardener
Learn how to create new plants from several sources of plant material. Call to reserve a seat in our indoor classroom. Limited to 25 people.
May 12
Mothers Day Baskets with Dee Drake, Arboretum volunteer
Create and take home a beautiful basket that will bring back fond memories for mom all summer and fall. Meet in the greenhouse at the Arboretum. *$30 per person/cash or check.
May 19
Gardening Using Native Plants with Susan Egan, Master Gardener
Become versed in the attributes of trouble-free, climate-adapted native plants and how to use them in your garden.
Jun 23
Summer Pruning of Japanese Maples with Charlie Morgan, owner of Amazing Maples
Learn how to shape your Japanese maples to direct growth, eliminate crossing branches and eyesores before they grow. Meet in the Japanese Maple Grove.
Jul 21
Garden Photography with John Lindstrom, Retired Photography Instructor, EvCC
Go beyond automatic settings on your digital camera to take striking floral photos. Bring digital camera and a notepad. Meet at the blue entrance columns.
Aug 18
Yoga for Gardeners with Beverly Anderson, EvCC Yoga Instructor
Gentle yoga practice reduces strain and increases enjoyment of working in the garden. Bring your own mat, rug or blanket. Meet at the blue columns. Class will move indoors in the event of rain.
Sep 15
Fall and Winter Containers with Dee Drake, Arboretum volunteer
Learn container design using hardy plants that will provide color and texture through fall and winter. Demonstration in the Greenhouse at the Arboretum.
Oct 20
Putting Your Garden to Bed with Frankie Dennison, Master Gardener
Just like their human counterparts, plants need rest, shelter from the cold and wind and in some cases nutrition. Wink shows you how to prepare your garden for rain as well as swings in temperature. Meet at the blue columns.
Nov 10
Holiday Centerpieces from Your Backyard with Bob Adrian, Owner, Flowers by Adrian
Use found materials for your holiday decorating ideas. All you have to do is look in your garden, neighborhood or roadside. Call to reserve a seat in our indoor classroom. Limited to 25 people.
Dec 8
Winter Blooming Plants with Trevor Cameron, from Sunnyside Nursery
End the ‘winter blues’ with plants and shrubs that bloom in the late in the year! Call to reserve a seat in our indoor classroom. Limited to 25 people.
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