Upcoming Classes, Tours, Events, Workshops and More
All Extension Master Gardener Events
66 upcoming events listed.
Beginning Organic Vegetable Gardening-Location: Old Salem-Speaker: Craig Mauney – 2 days away
Old Salem Museum and Gardens
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Beginning Vegetable Gardening – 4 days away
Reynolda Manor Library, 2839 Fairlawn Drive, Winston-Salem, NC 27106
4:00pm - 5:30pm
Vegetables are never better than when they are home grown! Find out how to grow your own transplants from seed, how to prepare your garden soil, what makes a good quality transplant, fertilizing, weed control and other important cultural practices to have a successful garden. Do I need to register for these seminars? Yes. Please contact Kitrinka Gordan by email at gordonkl@forsyth.cc or phone at 336-703-2850.
Raised Bed Gardening – 6 days away
Central Library, 600 W 5th Street, Winston-Salem, NC 27101
11:00am - 12:30pm
Raised beds are options for people with limited space, soil problems or who would like to practice more intensive vegetable gardening techniques. Find out how to build a raise bed, the soil and amendments to use in the bed, what plants will grow best in a raised bed and how to plant and care for the raised bed garden. Do I need to register for these seminars? Yes. Please contact Kitrinka Gordan by email at gordonkl@forsyth.cc or phone at 336-703-2850.
Growing Edible Mushrooms – 1 week away
Carver Branch Library, 4915 Lansing Drive, Winston-Salem, NC 27105
11:00am - 12:30pm
Learn the basics of growing primarily Shiitake mushrooms in the home landscape. Some discussion will be given to other types of mushrooms. A demonstration of growing shiitakes will be shown. Do I need to register for these seminars? Yes. Please contact Kitrinka Gordan by email at gordonkl@forsyth.cc or phone at 336-703-2850.
Plantsmen's Tour - JCRA 2nd Tuesday of Month 1pm - "Early Spring Perennials", Raleigh – 1 week away
4415 Beryl Road, Raleigh, North Carolina.
1:00pm - 2:00pm
Plantsmen's Tour "Early Spring Perennials" Mark Weathington, Assistant Director and Curator of Collections March 13, 2012 (Tuesday) 1:00 PM2:30 PM While the early trees and shrubs often get top billing, the emerging and evergreen herbaceous plants are a sure sign that spring is just around the corner. Get over your winter blues as we look for signs of spring in the JCRA's perennial collections. Cost: Free. Registration: Advance registration is not available. Location: Tour begins at the Visitor Center at the JC Raulston Arboretum at NC State University, 4415 Beryl Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. Directions: Need directions? Click here. Parking: Free parking is available at the JC Raulston Arboretum and along Beryl Road. Questions: Please call (919) 513-7005 for more information about this tour. Announcement: A printable version (PDF file) of this event's announcement is also available. Print it as reminder for yourself or take it to your local community center, church, library, etc. to help spread the word about this event.
Beginning Vegetable Gardening – 2 weeks away
Malloy Jordan Branch Library, 1110 East 7th Street, Winston-Salem, NC 27101
1:00pm - 2:30pm
Vegetables are never better than when they are home grown! Find out how to grow your own transplants from seed, how to prepare your garden soil, what makes a good quality transplant, fertilizing, weed control and other important cultural practices to have a successful garden. Do I need to register for these seminars? Yes. Please contact Kitrinka Gordan by email at gordonkl@forsyth.cc or phone at 336-703-2850.
Raised Bed Gardening – 2 weeks away
Walkertown Branch Library, 2969 Main Street, Walkertown, NC 27051
10:30am - 12:00pm
Raised beds are options for people with limited space, soil problems or who would like to practice more intensive vegetable gardening techniques. Find out how to build a raise bed, the soil and amendments to use in the bed, what plants will grow best in a raised bed and how to plant and care for the raised bed garden. Do I need to register for these seminars? Yes. Please contact Kitrinka Gordan by email at gordonkl@forsyth.cc or phone at 336-703-2850.
Vegetable Gardening for Beginners – 2 weeks away
Wesleyan Chapel United Methodist Church, 10255 U.S. 17 Wilmington, NC
1:30pm - 4:00pm
This beginners gardening class will cover all the basics you need to know to start a vegetable garden this spring. Taught by Pender Extension Horticulture Agent Charlotte Glen, the class will cover: Which vegetables can be grown here Recommended varieties When and how to plant Preparing your soil Providing water and nutrients for healthy crops Managing pests with and without pesticides Organic gardening methods This class is free, though donations to support the WCUMC community garden project will be accepted. Pender County Extension Master Gardeners will assist with the class and have their month by month gardening guide ($9) and gardener's cookbook ($10) available to purchase. Registration is required by Wednesday, March 13. To register call Pender County Cooperative Extension at 910-259-1235 or register online at: http://harvest.cals.ncsu.edu/surveybuilder/form.cfm?testID=15516
Beginning Vegetable Gardening – 2 weeks away
Kernersville Branch Library, 130 East Mountain Street, Kernersville, NC 27284
10:30am - 12:00pm
Vegetables are never better than when they are home grown! Find out how to grow your own transplants from seed, how to prepare your garden soil, what makes a good quality transplant, fertilizing, weed control and other important cultural practices to have a successful garden. Do I need to register for these seminars? Yes. Please contact Kitrinka Gordan by email at gordonkl@forsyth.cc or phone at 336-703-2850.
Decorative and Producing Vines – 2 weeks away
Southside Library, 3185 Buchanan Street, Winston-Salem, NC 27127
7:00pm - 8:30pm
Are you limited on space and looking for a way to add more plants to your garden? Why not consider vines and go vertical? There are many vines available that are not too aggressive or invasive. Annual and perennial vine varieties will be discussed along with the cultural and pruning requirements. Do I need to register for these seminars? Yes. Please contact Kitrinka Gordan by email at gordonkl@forsyth.cc or phone at 336-703-2850.
Pruning in the Landscape – 2 weeks away
Lewisville Branch Library, 6490 Shallowford Road, Lewisville, NC 27023
1:30pm - 3:00pm
Pruning is a horticulture practice that alters the form and growth of a plant. Based on aesthetics and science, pruning can also be considered preventative maintenance. Many problems can be prevented by pruning correctly during formative years for many plants. This program will give you some tips and rules to follow when pruning in your home landscape. You will also receive a handy landscape pruning calendar. Do I need to register for these seminars? Yes. Please contact Kitrinka Gordan by email at gordonkl@forsyth.cc or phone at 336-703-2850.
Raised Bed Gardening - Speaker: Mary Jac Brennan - Location: Arboretum Office – 2 weeks away
Arboretum at Tanglewood, 4201 Manor House Circle, Clemmons, NC 27012
11:00am - 12:00pm
Mary Jac Brennan, Extension Agent-Community Gardens will discuss the benefits of raised garden beds built on top of your native soil. See how you can plant anything from herbs and vegetables to perennials and shrubs in a raised bed. Location: Arboretum Office
EMG Initial Training - Topic: Woody Ornamentals and Wildlife – 2 weeks away
ncgardens-other-ncce@ncsu.edu
6:00pm - 9:30pm
Extension Master Gardener Initial Training
Backyard Stream Repair Workshop, Cost $25, due by Mar 15th – 3 weeks away
Forsyth County Center, 1450 Fairchild Rd, Winston Salem, NC
10:00am - 4:00pm
Backyard Stream Repair Workshop Date: Friday, March 22, 2013 Time: 10:00am 4:00pm Location: Forsyth County Center, 1450 Fairchild Rd, Winston Salem, NC Registration: Contact Kitrinka Gordon with the Forsyth Cooperative Extension office to register for this lecture. Phone: 336-703-2850 or email gordonkl@forsyth.cc Cost: $25, due by March 15th Description: Is your backyard stream washing away? Here's your chance to learn more about sustainable backyard stream-repair solutions to reduce erosion and return streambanks to a healthy, attractive state. Attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions and install plants that stabilize and beautify a streambank. Participants should dress accordingly for the weather (this will take place RAIN or SHINE). Close-toed shoes are highly recommended. Bring sunblock/hats/gloves if preferred. Drinking water will be provided. Agenda: Tour local sites Lunch Classroom Discussion of Problems and Solutions Stream Erosion Problems and Solutions Native Plant Selection & Controlling Invasives Where to Buy Plants and Get Help Field Demonstrations of Streambank Repair (Step by Step) Understand Project Site Tools for the Job Bank Grading to 3:1 slope Transplanting (Juncus or Carex) Soil Prep, Seed, Straw, Matting Live Staking Container Planting This workshop is sponsored by: Forsyth Creek Week, North State Environmental, Watershed Science, Forsyth Audubon, Forsyth Cooperative Extension and Forsyth Soil & Water Conservation District.
Intermediate Vegetable Gardening – 3 weeks away
Clemmons Branch Library, 3554 Clemmons Road, Clemmons, NC 27012
6:30pm - 8:00pm
Find out how to take your garden to the next level and expand your summer garden to a 3 or 4 season garden. Discussion will include soil amendments, fertilization, weed control, what vegetables to grow and how to grow them. You will also learn how to grow your own vegetable transplants and how to save heirloom seeds. Do I need to register for these seminars? Yes. Please contact Kitrinka Gordan by email at gordonkl@forsyth.cc or phone at 336-703-2850.
Raised Bed Gardening – 3 weeks away
Rural Hall Library, 7125 Broad Street, Rural Hall NC 27045
6:00pm - 7:30pm
Raised beds are options for people with limited space, soil problems or who would like to practice more intensive vegetable gardening techniques. Find out how to build a raise bed, the soil and amendments to use in the bed, what plants will grow best in a raised bed and how to plant and care for the raised bed garden. Do I need to register for these seminars? Yes. Please contact Kitrinka Gordan by email at gordonkl@forsyth.cc or phone at 336-703-2850.
Rain Gardens – 1 month away
Lewisville Branch Library, 6490 Shallowford Road, Lewisville, NC 27023
3:30pm - 5:00pm
Do you have a downspout? Why not install a rain garden? Learn the basics of rain gardens and how they utilize plants and soil media to manage rainwater runoff. Do I need to register for these seminars? Yes. Please contact Kitrinka Gordan by email at gordonkl@forsyth.cc or phone at 336-703-2850.
Advanced Organic Gardening – 1 month away
Walkertown Branch Library, 2969 Main Street, Walkertown, NC 27051
10:30am - 12:00pm
The organic gardener prefers to use natural and organic materials and methods to grow vegetables. This lecture is for the organic gardener who has been growing vegetables organically already. Discussion will include details about growing the most common vegetables and the best methods of harvesting, irrigation methods, as well as many important cultural practices, such as companion planting, to increase your production. Do I need to register for these seminars? Yes. Please contact Kitrinka Gordan by email at gordonkl@forsyth.cc or phone at 336-703-2850.
Tried and True Annuals - Speaker: Sherry Sunday - Location: Arboretum Office – 1 month away
Arboretum at Tanglewood, 4201 Manor House Circle, Clemmons, NC 27012
11:00am - 12:00pm
Sherry Sunday, Master Gardener Volunteer, will discuss growing annuals that have been successful in the gardens at Tanglewood. The discussion will include how annuals can be used to "punch up" color in the landscape. Many of the plants will be available for purchase at the plant sale. Location: Arboretum Office
Plantsmen's Tour - JCRA 2nd Tuesday of Month 1pm - "Early Spring Perennials", Raleigh – 1 month away
4415 Beryl Road, Raleigh, North Carolina.
1:00pm - 2:00pm
Plantsmen's Tour "Early Spring Perennials" Mark Weathington, Assistant Director and Curator of Collections March 13, 2012 (Tuesday) 1:00 PM2:30 PM While the early trees and shrubs often get top billing, the emerging and evergreen herbaceous plants are a sure sign that spring is just around the corner. Get over your winter blues as we look for signs of spring in the JCRA's perennial collections. Cost: Free. Registration: Advance registration is not available. Location: Tour begins at the Visitor Center at the JC Raulston Arboretum at NC State University, 4415 Beryl Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. Directions: Need directions? Click here. Parking: Free parking is available at the JC Raulston Arboretum and along Beryl Road. Questions: Please call (919) 513-7005 for more information about this tour. Announcement: A printable version (PDF file) of this event's announcement is also available. Print it as reminder for yourself or take it to your local community center, church, library, etc. to help spread the word about this event.
Wild Flower Walk - Speakers: Peg Simm & Ann Hester - Location: Entrance to Arboretum – 1 month away
Entrance to Arboretum at Tanglewood, 4201 Manor House Circle, Clemmons, NC 27012
11:00am - 12:00pm
Master Gardener Curators Anne Hester and Peg Simm will lead a tour of the wildflower garden and identify flowers blooming along the trails. Location: Entrance to Arboretum
Organic Gardening – 1 month away
Central Library, 660 W 5th Street, Winston-Salem, NC 27101
6:30pm - 8:00pm
The Organic Gardener prefers to use natural and organic materials and methods to grow vegetables, flowers and even the lawn. Learn how to use the least amount of synthetic chemicals and practices that may be detrimental to your health or environment. Join us for this program to look at fertilization and pest control practices to work toward an integrated Pest & Fertilization Program or work toward an organic vegetable garden. Do I need to register for these seminars? Yes. Please contact Kitrinka Gordan by email at gordonkl@forsyth.cc or phone at 336-703-2850.
Cooking with Herbs - Speaker: Cynthia Bouldin - Location: Arboretum Office – 1 month away
Arboretum at Tanglewood, 4201 Manor House Circle, Clemmons, NC 27012
11:00am - 12:00pm
Cynthia Bouldin, Master Gardener Volunteer, will discuss growing and harvesting herbs for cooking as well as how to cook with a selection of essential culinary herbs that can make your meals sizzle! Location: Arboretum Office
Organics in the Landscape - Speaker: Craig Mauney & Mary Jac Brennan - Location: Arboretum Office – 1 month away
Arboretum at Tanglewood, 4201 Manor House Circle, Clemmons, NC 27012
11:00am - 12:00pm
Craig Mauney and Mary Jac Brennan, Extension Agents will discuss using organics in the landscape. The Organic Gardener prefers to use natural and organic materials and methods to grow vegetables, flowers and even the lawn. Learn how to use the least amount of synthetic chemicals, and practices that may be detrimental to your health or environment. Location: Arboretum Office
Wilson Extension Master Gardener Plant Sale – 1 month away
Wilson Ag. Center
9:00am - 12:00pm
Tour of the Arboretum at Tanglewood - Speaker: Craig Mauney, Arboretum Director - Location: Arboretum Office – 1 month away
Arboretum at Tanglewood Park, 4201 Manor House Circle, Clemmons, NC 27012
11:00am - 12:00pm
Craig Mauney, Arboretum Director will lead us on a tour of the Arboretum. As we walk through the Arboretum Gardens you will discover interesting trees, shrubs and flowers you may add to your existing landscape. Location: Arboretum Office
Decorative and Producing Vines – 1 month away
Carver Branch Library, 4915 Lansing Drive, Winston-Salem, NC 27101
11:00am - 12:30pm
Are you limited on space and looking for a a way to add more plants to your garden? Why not consider vines and go vertical? There are many vines available that are not too aggressive or invasive. Annual and perennial vine varieties will be discussed along with the cultural and pruning requirements. Do I need to register for these seminars? Yes. Please contact Kitrinka Gordan by email at gordonkl@forsyth.cc or phone at 336-703-2850.
Easy Care Annuals – 1 month away
Southside Library, 3185 Buchanan Street, Winston-Salem, NC 27127
7:00pm - 8:30pm
Find out about some wonderful annuals that are easy to care for in the landscape. You will get some tips on adding many different plants to the landscape that have low maintenance. Learn the basics of site preparation of the flower bed, plant selection, planting techniques, maintenance and more. Do I need to register for these seminars? Yes. Please contact Kitrinka Gordan by email at gordonkl@forsyth.cc or phone at 336-703-2850.
Intermediate Vegetable Gardening – 2 months away
Malloy Jordan Branch Library, 1110 E 7th Street, Winston-Salem, NC 27101
2:00pm - 3:30pm
Find out how to take your garden to the next level and expand your summer garden to a 3 or 4 season garden. Discussion will include soil amendments, fertilization, weed control, what vegetables to grow and how to grow them. You will also learn how to grow your own vegetable transplants and how to save heirloom seeds. Do I need to register for these seminars? Yes. Please contact Kitrinka Gordan by email at gordonkl@forsyth.cc or phone at 336-703-2850.
Improving Indoor Air Quality with Plants – 2 months away
Reynolda Manor Library, 2839 Fairlawn Drive, Winston-Salem, NC 27106
4:00pm - 5:30pm
Many plants do an excellent job of scrubbing the air clean of contaminants, especially inside our homes. Learn types of plants to use throughout your home, how to care for them and where to place plants that can help improve indoor air quality. Do I need to register for these seminars? Yes. Please contact Kitrinka Gordan by email at gordonkl@forsyth.cc or phone at 336-703-2850.
Advanced Vegetable Gardening – 2 months away
Kernersville Branch Library, 130 East Mountain Street, Kernersville, NC 27284
10:30am - 12:00pm
Learn the basics of an organic garden and using the least amount of pesticides. Discussion will include details about growing the most common vegetables and the best methods of harvesting, irrigation methods, as well as many important cultural practices such as companion planting to increase your production. Do I need to register for these seminars? Yes. Please contact Kitrinka Gordan by email at gordonkl@forsyth.cc or phone at 336-703-2850.
Container Gardening with Herbs and Flowers – 2 months away
Clemmons Library, 3554 Clemmons Road, Clemmons, NC 27012
6:30pm - 8:00pm
Container gardens are options for people with limited garden space. Containers are mobile and can be moved to different locations to give a splash of color in a special place. Find out what plants grow good in containers and what kind of containers work best. Planting and caring for containers once planted with be discussed. Do I need to register for these seminars? Yes. Please contact Kitrinka Gordan by email at gordonkl@forsyth.cc or phone at 336-703-2850.
Decorative and Producing Vines – 2 months away
Rural Hall Library, 7125 Broad Street, Rural Hall, NC 27045
6:00pm - 7:30pm
Are you limited on space and looking for a a way to add more plants to your garden? Why not consider vines and go vertical? There are many vines available that are not too aggressive or invasive. Annual and perennial vine varieties will be discussed along with the cultural and pruning requirements. Do I need to register for these seminars? Yes. Please contact Kitrinka Gordan by email at gordonkl@forsyth.cc or phone at 336-703-2850.
Garden Photography Basics - Speaker: Mark Weir - Location: Arboretum Office – 2 months away
Arboretum at Tanglewood Park, 4201 Manor House Circle, Clemmons, NC 27012
11:00am - 12:00pm
Mark Weir, avid photographer, will lead a class on getting good photos of gardens and flowers. The class will include how to set up and frame the shot, photo composition, lighting and camera settings. Location: Arboretum Office
Intermediate Vegetable Gardening – 2 months away
Southside Library, 3185 Buchanan Street, Winston-Salem, NC 27127
10:30am - 12:00pm
Find out how to take your garden to the next level and expand your summer garden to a 3 or 4 season garden. Discussion will include soil amendments, fertilization, weed control, what vegetables to grow and how to grow them. You will also learn how to grow your own vegetable transplants and how to save heirloom seeds. Do I need to register for these seminars? Yes. Please contact Kitrinka Gordan by email at gordonkl@forsyth.cc or phone at 336-703-2850.
Container Gardening of Vegetables – 2 months away
Kernersville Library, 130 E Mountain Street, Kernersville, NC 27284
10:30am - 12:00pm
Container gardens are options for people with limited garden space. Containers are mobile and can be moved to different locations to give a splash of color in a special place. Find out what plants grow good in containers and what kind of containers work best. Planting and caring for containers once planted with be discussed. Do I need to register for these seminars? Yes. Please contact Kitrinka Gordan by email at gordonkl@forsyth.cc or phone at 336-703-2850.
National Public Gardens Day – 2 months away
8:00am - 5:00pm
(Always the day before Mother's Day)
Butterfly Hummingbird Gardening – 2 months away
Central Library, 660 W 5th Street, Winston-Salem, NC 27101
11:00am - 12:30pm
Learn how to develop a butterfly garden in your yard. Invite some fascinating and colorful winged friends to visit the plants you are growing. Find out what plants these winged friends prefer and how to culturally take care of them. Do I need to register for these seminars? Yes. Please contact Kitrinka Gordan by email at gordonkl@forsyth.cc or phone at 336-703-2850.
Plantsmen's Tour - JCRA 2nd Tuesday of Month 1pm - "Early Spring Perennials", Raleigh – 2 months away
4415 Beryl Road, Raleigh, North Carolina.
1:00pm - 2:00pm
Plantsmen's Tour "Early Spring Perennials" Mark Weathington, Assistant Director and Curator of Collections March 13, 2012 (Tuesday) 1:00 PM2:30 PM While the early trees and shrubs often get top billing, the emerging and evergreen herbaceous plants are a sure sign that spring is just around the corner. Get over your winter blues as we look for signs of spring in the JCRA's perennial collections. Cost: Free. Registration: Advance registration is not available. Location: Tour begins at the Visitor Center at the JC Raulston Arboretum at NC State University, 4415 Beryl Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. Directions: Need directions? Click here. Parking: Free parking is available at the JC Raulston Arboretum and along Beryl Road. Questions: Please call (919) 513-7005 for more information about this tour. Announcement: A printable version (PDF file) of this event's announcement is also available. Print it as reminder for yourself or take it to your local community center, church, library, etc. to help spread the word about this event.
Edible Landscaping – 2 months away
Clemmons Library, 3554 Clemmons Road, Clemmons, NC 27012
6:00pm - 7:30pm
Learn how to develop an edible landscape or transition your existing landscape into one with edible plants. Growing edibles in your landscape is an option for gardeners who have limited space or who want to incorporate some fruits and vegetables into their garden beds without having to establish garden space for edibles alone. Find out which edible plants will do well in the existing landscape and how to transition the landscape to have more edible plants. Do I need to register for these seminars? Yes. Please contact Kitrinka Gordan by email at gordonkl@forsyth.cc or phone at 336-703-2850.
Advanced Vegetable Gardening – 2 months away
Malloy Jordan Branch Library, 1110 East 7th Street, Winston-Salem, NC 27101
6:30pm - 8:00pm
Learn the basics of an organic garden and using the least amount of pesticides. Discussion will include details about growing the most common vegetables and the best methods of harvesting, irrigation methods, as well as many important cultural practices such as companion planting to increase your production. Do I need to register for these seminars? Yes. Please contact Kitrinka Gordan by email at gordonkl@forsyth.cc or phone at 336-703-2850.
Low Maintenance Gardening – 2 months away
Reynolda Manor Library, 2839 Fairlawn Drive, Winston-Salem, NC 27106
4:00pm - 5:30pm
Learn all the steps to help reduce the maintenance in your home landscape. We will take a look at various low maintenance plants and lots of tips on reducing the time you need to spend on maintaining your landscape. Do I need to register for these seminars? Yes. Please contact Kitrinka Gordan by email at gordonkl@forsyth.cc or phone at 336-703-2850.
Growing Small Fruits – 2 months away
Walkertown Library, 2969 Main Street, Walkertown, NC 27051
10:30am - 12:00pm
Home grown fruit is so much better when you pick them from the plants you are growing in your landscape. Find out all about how to grow them in your home landscape. Preparing the soil, amendments like fertilizer, how many plants do you need, pruning, and harvesting are all to be discussed with this program. Do I need to register for these seminars? Yes. Please contact Kitrinka Gordan by email at gordonkl@forsyth.cc or phone at 336-703-2850.
Growing Daylillies – 3 months away
Carver Branch Library, 4915 Lansing Drive, Winston-Salem, NC 27105
11:00am - 12:30pm
Learn all the steps to successfully growing and adding various types of daylilies to your landscape. This easy perennial is one that has low maintenance and wonderful blooms. Do I need to register for these seminars? Yes. Please contact Kitrinka Gordan by email at gordonkl@forsyth.cc or phone at 336-703-2850.
Low Maintenance Gardening – 3 months away
Lewisville Branch Library, 6490 Shallowford Road, Lewisville, NC 27023
10:30am - 12:00pm
Learn all the steps to help reduce the maintenance in your home landscape. We will take a look at various low maintenance plants and lots of tips on reducing the time you need to spend on maintaining your landscape. Do I need to register for these seminars? Yes. Please contact Kitrinka Gordan by email at gordonkl@forsyth.cc or phone at 336-703-2850.
Low Cost Home Maintenance – 3 months away
Rural Hall Branch Library, 7125 Broad Street, Rural Hall, NC 27045
7:00pm - 8:30pm
If you are short on time and money, then this program will help you increase your knowledge and develop skills in maintaining your living environments (inside & outside) with cleaning tips for every room in the house or apartment as well as maintaining the area with affordable and safe products. Do I need to register for these seminars? Yes. Please contact Kitrinka Gordan by email at gordonkl@forsyth.cc or phone at 336-703-2850.
Edible Landscapes - Speaker: Adrienne Roethling, Garden Curator at Paul Ciener Botanical Garden - Location: Arboretum Office – 3 months away
Arboretum at Tanglewood Park, 4201 Manor House Circle, Clemmons, NC 27012
11:00am - 12:00pm
Adrienne Roethling, Garden Curator at Paul Ciener Botanical Garden will present a program on incorporating herbs and vegetables in the home landscape. She will also talk about some unusual vegetables and what they have done at the Ciener Botanical Gardens with vegetables in the landscape. Location: Arboretum Office
Plantsmen's Tour - JCRA 2nd Tuesday of Month 1pm - "Early Spring Perennials", Raleigh – 3 months away
4415 Beryl Road, Raleigh, North Carolina.
1:00pm - 2:00pm
Plantsmen's Tour "Early Spring Perennials" Mark Weathington, Assistant Director and Curator of Collections March 13, 2012 (Tuesday) 1:00 PM2:30 PM While the early trees and shrubs often get top billing, the emerging and evergreen herbaceous plants are a sure sign that spring is just around the corner. Get over your winter blues as we look for signs of spring in the JCRA's perennial collections. Cost: Free. Registration: Advance registration is not available. Location: Tour begins at the Visitor Center at the JC Raulston Arboretum at NC State University, 4415 Beryl Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. Directions: Need directions? Click here. Parking: Free parking is available at the JC Raulston Arboretum and along Beryl Road. Questions: Please call (919) 513-7005 for more information about this tour. Announcement: A printable version (PDF file) of this event's announcement is also available. Print it as reminder for yourself or take it to your local community center, church, library, etc. to help spread the word about this event.
Plantsmen's Tour - JCRA 2nd Tuesday of Month 1pm - "Early Spring Perennials", Raleigh – 4 months away
4415 Beryl Road, Raleigh, North Carolina.
1:00pm - 2:00pm
Plantsmen's Tour "Early Spring Perennials" Mark Weathington, Assistant Director and Curator of Collections March 13, 2012 (Tuesday) 1:00 PM2:30 PM While the early trees and shrubs often get top billing, the emerging and evergreen herbaceous plants are a sure sign that spring is just around the corner. Get over your winter blues as we look for signs of spring in the JCRA's perennial collections. Cost: Free. Registration: Advance registration is not available. Location: Tour begins at the Visitor Center at the JC Raulston Arboretum at NC State University, 4415 Beryl Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. Directions: Need directions? Click here. Parking: Free parking is available at the JC Raulston Arboretum and along Beryl Road. Questions: Please call (919) 513-7005 for more information about this tour. Announcement: A printable version (PDF file) of this event's announcement is also available. Print it as reminder for yourself or take it to your local community center, church, library, etc. to help spread the word about this event.
Hydrangeas - Speaker: Diane Demers-Smith - Location: Arboretum Office – 4 months away
Arboretum at Tanglewood Park, 4201 Manor House Circle, Clemmons, NC 27012
11:00am - 12:00pm
Diane Demers-Smith, artist, floral designer and Master Gardner Volunteer, will present a program on growing hydrangeas. She will cover selection of plants for the site, pruning, ph issues, and preservation of the blooms. Location: Arboretum Office
Plantsmen's Tour - JCRA 2nd Tuesday of Month 1pm - "Early Spring Perennials", Raleigh – 5 months away
4415 Beryl Road, Raleigh, North Carolina.
1:00pm - 2:00pm
Plantsmen's Tour "Early Spring Perennials" Mark Weathington, Assistant Director and Curator of Collections March 13, 2012 (Tuesday) 1:00 PM2:30 PM While the early trees and shrubs often get top billing, the emerging and evergreen herbaceous plants are a sure sign that spring is just around the corner. Get over your winter blues as we look for signs of spring in the JCRA's perennial collections. Cost: Free. Registration: Advance registration is not available. Location: Tour begins at the Visitor Center at the JC Raulston Arboretum at NC State University, 4415 Beryl Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. Directions: Need directions? Click here. Parking: Free parking is available at the JC Raulston Arboretum and along Beryl Road. Questions: Please call (919) 513-7005 for more information about this tour. Announcement: A printable version (PDF file) of this event's announcement is also available. Print it as reminder for yourself or take it to your local community center, church, library, etc. to help spread the word about this event.
Carolina Horticulture Therapy Network - Pinehurst – 5 months away
Clara McLean House Healing Garden
1:00pm - 8:00pm
Friday, August 16 and Saturday, August 17, 2013 in Pinehurst NC. A pre-workshop tour of the Clara McLean House Healing Garden will take place on Friday afternoon followed by dinner at an area restaurant that evening. The Saturday workshop will be held at the Sandhills Community College Horticultural Garden in the Ball Visitors Center from 8:30 am until 3:45 pm. Garden docents will provide tours during the lunch break. The Comfort Inn has reserved 10 rooms at a group rate of $89.
Carolina Horticulture Therapy Network - Pinehurst – 5 months away
Sandhills Community College Horticultural Garden in the Ball Visitors Center
8:30am - 3:45pm
Friday, August 16 and Saturday, August 17, 2013 in Pinehurst NC. A pre-workshop tour of the Clara McLean House Healing Garden will take place on Friday afternoon followed by dinner at an area restaurant that evening. The Saturday workshop will be held at the Sandhills Community College Horticultural Garden in the Ball Visitors Center from 8:30 am until 3:45 pm. Garden docents will provide tours during the lunch break. The Comfort Inn has reserved 10 rooms at a group rate of $89.
Heirloom Flowers in the Modern Garden - Speaker: David Bare - Location: Arboretum Office – 6 months away
Arboretum at Tanglewood Park, 4201 Manor House Circle, Clemmons, NC 27012
11:00am - 12:00pm
David Bare, Horticulturist with Reynolda Gardens and Winston-Salem Journal garden columnist, will discuss how we have changed heirlooms to fit a more modern concept of how a landscape 'should' be. He will point out some great underutilized plants as well as share some of his experiences in heirloom gardens at Old Salem and Reynolda Gardens. Location: Arboretum Office
NC Pawpaw Festival – 6 months away
TBD
10:00pm - Sun 08/25/13 1:00pm
Come join us in celebrating the largest native fruit to North America, a favorite of George Washington and Thomas Jefferson. The 6th Annual NC Pawpaw Festival is presented jointly between Forsyth Cooperative Extension, MKT Real Estate Group, Master Gardener Volunteers and local growers. We will have several presentations about growing and using pawpaws, and lots of free food made with pawpaws for the public to taste. There will also be lots of informational leaflets about pawpaw growing and nutrition. For more information: visit www.ncpawpaw.com or like us on facebook at: www.facebook.com/ncpawpaw
What You Need to Grow Roses - Speaker: Jimmy Speas of Winston Salem Rose Society - Location: Arboretum Office – 6 months away
Arboretum at Tanglewood Park, 4201 Manor House Circle, Clemmons, NC 27012
11:00am - 12:00pm
Jimmy Speas of Winston Salem Rose Society will discuss about a dozen things you need to grow roses. Location: Arboretum Office
Plantsmen's Tour - JCRA 2nd Tuesday of Month 1pm - "Early Spring Perennials", Raleigh – 6 months away
4415 Beryl Road, Raleigh, North Carolina.
1:00pm - 2:00pm
Plantsmen's Tour "Early Spring Perennials" Mark Weathington, Assistant Director and Curator of Collections March 13, 2012 (Tuesday) 1:00 PM2:30 PM While the early trees and shrubs often get top billing, the emerging and evergreen herbaceous plants are a sure sign that spring is just around the corner. Get over your winter blues as we look for signs of spring in the JCRA's perennial collections. Cost: Free. Registration: Advance registration is not available. Location: Tour begins at the Visitor Center at the JC Raulston Arboretum at NC State University, 4415 Beryl Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. Directions: Need directions? Click here. Parking: Free parking is available at the JC Raulston Arboretum and along Beryl Road. Questions: Please call (919) 513-7005 for more information about this tour. Announcement: A printable version (PDF file) of this event's announcement is also available. Print it as reminder for yourself or take it to your local community center, church, library, etc. to help spread the word about this event.
Growing Blueberries in the Home Landscape - Speaker: Bill Colvin - Location: Arboretum Office – 7 months away
Arboretum at Tanglewood Park, 4201 Manor House Circle, Clemmons, NC 27012
11:00am - 12:00pm
Bill Colvin, Master Gardener Volunteer, will discuss how to grow blueberries successfully and have a good yield. Preparing the soil, needed amendments like fertilizer, how many shrubs you need, pruning and harvesting are all to be discussed with this program. Location: Arboretum Office
Plantsmen's Tour - JCRA 2nd Tuesday of Month 1pm - "Early Spring Perennials", Raleigh – 7 months away
4415 Beryl Road, Raleigh, North Carolina.
1:00pm - 2:00pm
Plantsmen's Tour "Early Spring Perennials" Mark Weathington, Assistant Director and Curator of Collections March 13, 2012 (Tuesday) 1:00 PM2:30 PM While the early trees and shrubs often get top billing, the emerging and evergreen herbaceous plants are a sure sign that spring is just around the corner. Get over your winter blues as we look for signs of spring in the JCRA's perennial collections. Cost: Free. Registration: Advance registration is not available. Location: Tour begins at the Visitor Center at the JC Raulston Arboretum at NC State University, 4415 Beryl Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. Directions: Need directions? Click here. Parking: Free parking is available at the JC Raulston Arboretum and along Beryl Road. Questions: Please call (919) 513-7005 for more information about this tour. Announcement: A printable version (PDF file) of this event's announcement is also available. Print it as reminder for yourself or take it to your local community center, church, library, etc. to help spread the word about this event.
Holiday Containers - Speaker: Teresa Myers - Location: Arboretum Office – 8 months away
Arboretum at Tanglewood Park, 4201 Manor House Circle, Clemmons, NC 27012
11:00am - 12:00pm
Teresa Myers, one of the owners of Myers Greenhouses, will demonstrate how to create festive containers for the holiday season. She will also discuss the care and maintenance of container gardens. Location: Arboretum Office
Plantsmen's Tour - JCRA 2nd Tuesday of Month 1pm - "Early Spring Perennials", Raleigh – 8 months away
4415 Beryl Road, Raleigh, North Carolina.
1:00pm - 2:00pm
Plantsmen's Tour "Early Spring Perennials" Mark Weathington, Assistant Director and Curator of Collections March 13, 2012 (Tuesday) 1:00 PM2:30 PM While the early trees and shrubs often get top billing, the emerging and evergreen herbaceous plants are a sure sign that spring is just around the corner. Get over your winter blues as we look for signs of spring in the JCRA's perennial collections. Cost: Free. Registration: Advance registration is not available. Location: Tour begins at the Visitor Center at the JC Raulston Arboretum at NC State University, 4415 Beryl Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. Directions: Need directions? Click here. Parking: Free parking is available at the JC Raulston Arboretum and along Beryl Road. Questions: Please call (919) 513-7005 for more information about this tour. Announcement: A printable version (PDF file) of this event's announcement is also available. Print it as reminder for yourself or take it to your local community center, church, library, etc. to help spread the word about this event.
Plantsmen's Tour - JCRA 2nd Tuesday of Month 1pm - "Early Spring Perennials", Raleigh – 9 months away
4415 Beryl Road, Raleigh, North Carolina.
1:00pm - 2:00pm
Plantsmen's Tour "Early Spring Perennials" Mark Weathington, Assistant Director and Curator of Collections March 13, 2012 (Tuesday) 1:00 PM2:30 PM While the early trees and shrubs often get top billing, the emerging and evergreen herbaceous plants are a sure sign that spring is just around the corner. Get over your winter blues as we look for signs of spring in the JCRA's perennial collections. Cost: Free. Registration: Advance registration is not available. Location: Tour begins at the Visitor Center at the JC Raulston Arboretum at NC State University, 4415 Beryl Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. Directions: Need directions? Click here. Parking: Free parking is available at the JC Raulston Arboretum and along Beryl Road. Questions: Please call (919) 513-7005 for more information about this tour. Announcement: A printable version (PDF file) of this event's announcement is also available. Print it as reminder for yourself or take it to your local community center, church, library, etc. to help spread the word about this event.
Plantsmen's Tour - JCRA 2nd Tuesday of Month 1pm - "Early Spring Perennials", Raleigh – 10 months away
4415 Beryl Road, Raleigh, North Carolina.
1:00pm - 2:00pm
Plantsmen's Tour "Early Spring Perennials" Mark Weathington, Assistant Director and Curator of Collections March 13, 2012 (Tuesday) 1:00 PM2:30 PM While the early trees and shrubs often get top billing, the emerging and evergreen herbaceous plants are a sure sign that spring is just around the corner. Get over your winter blues as we look for signs of spring in the JCRA's perennial collections. Cost: Free. Registration: Advance registration is not available. Location: Tour begins at the Visitor Center at the JC Raulston Arboretum at NC State University, 4415 Beryl Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. Directions: Need directions? Click here. Parking: Free parking is available at the JC Raulston Arboretum and along Beryl Road. Questions: Please call (919) 513-7005 for more information about this tour. Announcement: A printable version (PDF file) of this event's announcement is also available. Print it as reminder for yourself or take it to your local community center, church, library, etc. to help spread the word about this event.
Plantsmen's Tour - JCRA 2nd Tuesday of Month 1pm - "Early Spring Perennials", Raleigh – 11 months away
4415 Beryl Road, Raleigh, North Carolina.
1:00pm - 2:00pm
Plantsmen's Tour "Early Spring Perennials" Mark Weathington, Assistant Director and Curator of Collections March 13, 2012 (Tuesday) 1:00 PM2:30 PM While the early trees and shrubs often get top billing, the emerging and evergreen herbaceous plants are a sure sign that spring is just around the corner. Get over your winter blues as we look for signs of spring in the JCRA's perennial collections. Cost: Free. Registration: Advance registration is not available. Location: Tour begins at the Visitor Center at the JC Raulston Arboretum at NC State University, 4415 Beryl Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. Directions: Need directions? Click here. Parking: Free parking is available at the JC Raulston Arboretum and along Beryl Road. Questions: Please call (919) 513-7005 for more information about this tour. Announcement: A printable version (PDF file) of this event's announcement is also available. Print it as reminder for yourself or take it to your local community center, church, library, etc. to help spread the word about this event.
