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I hope everyone finds a class they would like to attend and I look forward to working with everyone!
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What’s Inside? Class Schedule
Registration Form
10% Early Bird Discount!
Gardening Classes That Help You Grow!
Tuesday March 11th at 10:30 AM or Thursday March 13th at 6:30 PM
Growing Root Vegetables In Kentucky
Many of you have expressed disappointment with growing root crops such as beets; in this session we will explore how to grow the array of root vegetables that can be successfully grown in our Kentucky climate and their stor‐age. We can enjoy these fresh vegetables year around with a li le planning. Register by March 10th. FREE!
Tuesday February 11th at 10:30 AM or Thursday February 13th at 6:30 PM
Star ng Your Own Seedlings At Home
You will learn ps on seed star ng including how to use grow lights and cold frames effec vely. We will also discuss the best tomato varie es for Kentucky. There will be free tomato seeds for all par cipants, no limit on class size. Registra on required before February 10th. FREE!
Tuesday March 25th at 10:30 AM or Thursday March 27th at 6:30 PM
Lesser Known Small Fruits: Josta and Goji Berry
Jostaberry is a cross between gooseberry and black currants and exhibits the best quali es of both. Goji berry is new to the US and is considered a super food because of its an oxidant and nutri ous proper es (even high in protein). It is commonly called life‐berry. We will explore these easy to grow fruits and taste a few products made from them as well. Register by March 1st. Supply charge $20.00, each par cipant will receive a small plant of each to grow at home. Limit 40!
Tuesday March 18th at 10:30 AM or Thursday March 20th at 6:30 P.M.
Lesser Known Small Fruits: Medlar and Rose Hips
You may not have heard of medlar or have eaten rose hips but these plants aren’t only ornamental but tasty too! Medlar grows 5‐6 feet tall and is an ancient fairly common fruit in Europe (it has a taste like spiced apple bu er). Also, with the right variety of easy care rose you can enjoy nutri ous “hips”. Each par cipant will receive a medlar tree and at least two fast growing large hip producing rose plants to try at home. Supply charge $25.00. Register by March 1st. Limit 40!
Tuesday April 8th at 10:30 AM or Thursday April 10th at 6:30 P.M.
Herb Gardening for Culinary Use
The best chefs use herbs in al‐most all savory dishes and even some deserts; and the best gardeners o en make the best cooks! Join us to learn about the most common culi‐nary herbs we can grow easily in Kentucky, their uses, cul‐tural requirements, pu ng the “kitchen” herb garden to‐gether, and preserving techniques. Mastering the herb gar‐den might just help you become the next Food Network Star! FREE! Register by April 1st.
Tuesday April 22nd at 10:30 AM or Thursday April 24th at 6:30 PM
The Other Pollinators
We all know the plight of the honeybee which is by far the most prolific individual pollinator of hor cultural crops, however did you know there are an array of other pollina‐tors out there? In this edi on we will discuss “the other pollinators”, how to a ract them, and how to make your garden a sanctuary for the these beneficial creatures. Hint: They aren’t all insects! FREE! Register by April 15th.
Tuesday April 29th at 10:30 AM or Thursday May 1st at 6:30 PM
The Excep onal World of Dahlia’s
Dahlias are a beau ful addi on to any garden. There is an array of forms, colors, growth habits, sizes, and more. Join us for a look into the secrets of one of the worlds most interes ng flowers. Here you will learn cultural requirements, variety selec on, and how to care for them so you will never have to buy them again! Register by April 1st. Supply charge $25.00 and each par cipant will take home tubers to grow and enjoy. Limit 40.
Tuesday May 13th at 10:30 AM or Thursday May 15th at 6:30 PM
Growing Vining Vegetables In Kentucky
There are numerous vegetables that grow on vines. Some mes we have space for them and some mes we don’t. Here we will look into just what grows on a vine, cultural requirements, variety selec on, trellising, and how to incorporate vining vegetables into just about any garden. Register by May 1. FREE!
Tuesday May 20th at 10:30 AM and Thursday May 22nd at 6:30 PM
Begonias!
Have you ever wished for a beau ‐fully exo c, yet durable specimen plant for a shady spot? Begonias can provide just that. The begonia family is one of the larg‐est and most diverse in the plant kingdom. Here we will ex‐plore the genus with an emphasis on large specimen types. From the giant angel wings to the wildly varied rhizomatous types, begonias are easily grown and make great indoor guests in the winter. Par cipants will take home a few plants of the most exo c (but easily grown) types we can locate. This might offer some unusual alterna ves to that shady corner of boring impa ens. Supply charge $20.00. Limited to 40. (20 per session)
Tuesday June 10th at 10:30 AM and Thursday June 12th at 6:30 PM
The Great Hellebores (Lenten Rose)
Looking for a li le cheer in your late winter and spring garden? How about a plant that will grow under deciduous shrubs and trees? Well….look no further the hellebores are for you and yes they will bloom in late winter and con nue for months! Join us as we dig up the dirt on this unique perennial. Register by June 1st. $20.00 supply charge Limit 40 par cipants!
Tuesday June 24th at 10:30 AM and Thursday June 26th at 6:30 PM
Make and Take Hypertufa Planters
Hypertufa is a light weight faux rock made from various ingredi‐ents. We will discuss how to make the mix and will actually make planters. Limit 10 people per session. Supply charge $10.00, register by June 1st. (you will get dirty so dress accordingly)
Tuesday August 5th at 10:30 AM and Thursday August 7th at 6:30 P.M.
Cole Crops For Fall and Winter Harvest
Cole crops are a nutri ous and hardy vegetable crop in Ken‐tucky and they even give us two plan ng/harvest opportuni es, spring and fall. Cole crops include broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower, and several more that you might not have thought about or tried and they all taste be er in the fall! Join us for a look into this nutri ous vegetable group. We will include variety selec on, cultural requirements, and how to prolong the harvest into winter. Limit 40 par cipants each of which will receive plants and seeds for a great fall harvest. Register by Au‐gust 1st. Supply charge $10.00
Tuesday August 19th at 10:30 AM and Thursday August 21st at 6:30 PM
Fall Cover And Green Manure Crops
We will take a look at the importance of green manure crops and cover crops. Most people think of cover crops as just a winter crop but soil building can be done year round. You will also find out how to use cover crops to break soil hard pans, increase soil fer lity, and improve lth. Register by August 1st. Par cipants will receive
cover crop seeds to try at home as well. Free! Limit 40.
Tuesday September 16th at 10:30 and Thursday September 18th at 6:30 PM
Long Blooming Perennials
For this class we will look at what perennials have the longest blooming cycles and can be planted or divided in the fall. We will cov‐er new varie es as well as the old tried and true favorites of yesteryear. Register by September 1st. FREE!
Tuesday October 14th at 10:30 AM and Thursday October 16th at 6:00 PM.
Trees for Food and Wildlife Habitat
Whether you like to hunt, just watch wildlife, or just want easy to grow trees that have a mul purpose this class is for you. Here we will explore the best trees that will feed you and our furry friends and form the basis of a healthy wildlife habitat sustainably. No more feeding purchased corn and other grains. FREE! Register by October 1st.
Tuesday September 30th at 10:39 AM and Thurs‐day October 2nd at 6:30 PM
Alterna ve Hardy Spring Flowering Bulbs
Many of us have tulips and daffodils in our spring gardens but did you know there are many other bulbs out there that can give you a great show? We will look at alterna ves to the “boring” main‐stays and will include ways to naturalize large areas of your lawn or garden cheaply as well. Par cipants will receive several bulb species to try at home. Supply charge $20.00. Limit 40. Register by September 1st.
Tuesday November 18th at 10:30 AM and Thurs‐day November 20th at 6:30 PM
Healthy Hollies for Kentucky Landscapes
The holly isn’t just an evergreen tree with red berries. This rather large family of trees and shrubs my surprise you when you find out what all they have to offer. There are holly varie es out there for just about all situa ons with unique quali es making this a truly praiseworthy group! In this session we will explore the best varie es for Kentucky, their cultural requirements, and how to use the holiday bo‐nus some varie es give us each year. FREE! Register by November 1st.
Tuesday December 2nd at 10:30 AM and Thursday December 4th at 6:30 PM
Crea ng The Ul mate Holiday Centerpieces
This will be a hands on class! Everyone will create their very own holiday display to show off for the holidays. All supplies will be on hand for your crea ve enjoyment. Supply charge $25.00. Register by November 1st. Limit 40. (20 per session)
Feb 11 Tues FREE! 13 Thurs FREE! Mar 11 Tues FREE! 13 Thurs FREE! Mar 18 Tues $25.00 20 Thurs $25.00 Mar 25 Tues $20.00 27 Thurs $20.00 April 8 Tues FREE! 10 Thurs FREE! April 22 Tues FREE! 24 Thurs FREE! April 29 Tues $25.00 May 1 Thurs $25.00 May 13 Tues FREE! 15 Thurs FREE! May 20 Tues $20.00 22 Thurs $20.00 June 10 Tues $20.00 12 Thurs $20.00 June 24 Tues $10.00 26 Thurs $10.00 Aug 5 Tues $10.00 7 Thurs $10.00 Aug 19 Tues FREE! 21 Thurs FREE! Sept 16 Tues FREE! 18 Thurs FREE! Sept 30 Tues $20.00 Oct 2 Thurs $20.00 Oct 14 Tues FREE! Oct 16 Thurs FREE! Nov 18 Tues FREE! 20 Thurs FREE! Dec 2 Tues $25.00 4 Thurs $25.00 $5.00 x
Star ng Seeds At Home
Star ng Seeds At Home
Growing Root Vegetables In KY
Growing Root Vegetables In KY
Lesser Known Fruit Series‐Medlar and Rose Hips
Lesser Known Fruit Series‐Medlar and Rose Hips
Lesser Known Fruit Series‐Josta and Goji Berry
Lesser Known Fruit Series‐Josta and Goji Berry
Herb Gardening For Culinary Use
Herb Gardening For Culinary Use
The Other Pollinators
The Other Pollinators
The Excep onal World of Dahlia’s
The Excep onal World of Dahlia’s
Growing Vining Vegetables In Kentucky
Growing Vining Vegetables In Kentucky
Begonias!
Begonias!
The Great Hellebores
The Great Hellebores
Make and Take Hypertufa Planters
Make and Take Hypertufa Planters
Cole Crops For Fall and Winter Harvest
Cole Crops For Fall and Winter Harvest
Fall Cover and Green Manure Crops
Fall Cover and Green Manure Crops
Long Blooming Perennials
Long Blooming Perennials
Alterna ve Hardy Spring Flowering Bulbs
Alterna ve Hardy Spring Flowering Bulbs
Trees for Food and Wildlife Habitat
Trees for Food and Wildlife Habitat
Healthy Hollies for Kentucky Landscapes
Healthy Hollies for Kentucky Landscapes
Crea ng The Ul mate Holiday Centerpieces
Crea ng The Ul mate Holiday Centerpieces
Basic Registra on For Any and All Classes
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Minus 10% If Paid In Full By February 15th.
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A n: Dennis Morgeson/Darice Russell
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Springfield KY, 40069
Many classes are limited to a maximum number of par cipants; to insure your par cipa on please register promptly.
To be fair to all we will not register you un l payment is received!
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