2012 Classes & Workshops
We
urge you to sign up early for the classes you want, since class sizes
are limited. Details and
driving directions for each class will be sent following your
registration. Questions? Contact us at classes@northwestperennialalliance.org or call the NPA Office at 425-647-6004 _____________________________________________________________________________________
Wednesday, February 15, 10 – noon
Fee: $20 Class Limit: 12
Discover how easy it is to make more plants in this hands on workshop. Kathy will discuss and demonstrate how to do three methods of propagation in late winter and early spring – basal plate cuttings or division, plant divisions and root cuttings. Learn which plants are best to use, soils, fertilizer, watering, heat and timing. It’s a great way for beginning gardeners to get hands on experience and a nice reminder on tools and techniques for knowledgeable gardeners. Each participant will take home plants that they have made, using all three methods.
Class will be held in a cool greenhouse so dress warm!
Saturday, February 18, 11 - 2 pm
Fee: $30 Class Limit: 15
Join Barbara, whose passion is gardening with Galanthus. This class will include a tour of Barbara’s garden, which should be in full Galanthus glory! You will learn about the differences between species and the areas in which they are endemic. Find out which ones are easy to grow and which ones are difficult. Division and propagation will also be discussed. Lunch will be provided.
Class will be held in Sammamish.
Wednesday, March 14, 10 - noon
Fee: $20 Class Limit: 15
Back by popular demand! Hydrangeas are one of the most asked about plants in the Border. Spend a couple of hours learning about the different species and how to manage them in your garden. We will get in and prune a few plants as well. Class will be held in the NPA Border.
Wednesday, April 4, 9 - noon
Fee: $30 Class Limit: 15
Walt will show you how to prune shrubs and small trees, both deciduous and evergreen. Regular maintenance and how to manage overgrown plants will be covered. This class will focus on demonstrating techniques from a diverse group of plants so that you can transfer the pruning principles to your own garden. Brief discussion on tools and safety. The class will be held in a garden in north Seattle. Come prepared for inclement weather. Gloves would be helpful for picking up pruning debris.
Saturday, April 7, 11 - 1 pm
Fee: $20 Class Limit: 20
You’ve seen them at the Northwest Flower & Garden Show, now visit The Dahlia Barn for firsthand lessons on growing dahlias from owner Aimee Sherrill. The class includes detailed instructions on dahlia care, growing and overwintering your dahlias, plus a lesson on dividing your dahlia clumps. Established in 2002, The Dahlia Barn is located on an old horse farm in scenic North Bend.
