2008 Workshops
Please join us for our summer workshops led by local experts. Sign up now for an e-mail reminder of upcoming workshops or look below for dates and times and just show up! (Note: Workshops are free unless otherwise noted.)
Adventures in Water Gardening
Saturday, June 7th 11am
You never have to mow a pond! So says Vanca Lumsden, award winning garden designer and former proprietor of Ponderings. Whether you are interested in water containers or ponds, Vanca has the expertise to help you get started on the road to aquatic adventure!
Outdoor Rooms and Intimate Garden Spaces
Saturday, June 14th 11am
Create beautiful outdoor living spaces for summer entertaining and relaxation. Jean Zaputil of Jean Zaputil Garden Design will be here to teach you the ins and outs of outdoor living from plants to containers to furniture and accessories.
Low Water Use Plants
Saturday, July 12th 11am
Tired of losing your garden to the summer heat? There are many delightful plants that require very little water. Grow a garden that is both enviable and sustainable. Bess Bronstein, horticulturist extraordinaire, will lead you down the path to a water wise garden.
Gardening for Wildlife 101
Saturday, August 2nd 11am
Attract butterflies, birds, and a host of critters to your yard. Brett Johnson of Green Man Gardens will be here to tell you about all the plants that our local wildlife can't resist.
Color for Your Autumn Garden
Saturday, September 13th 11am*
Autumn can be the most beautiful season of the year. Make the most of your garden with Richard Greenberg of Earth Wizardry Garden and Landscape Design. Learn how to combine color and texture as the weather cools down and the days get shorter.
* Note this workshop was incorrectly advertised in our newsletter as occurring August 13th. We apologize for any inconvenience.