Classes
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C101 - Bringing Winter Colour Indoors
Bring colour indoors this winter with flowering plants. We'll discuss popular varieties such as African Violets, Cyclamen, Hibiscus and more. We'll also share tips on propagating, growing and encouraging plants to bloom. Greenland Garden Club Members Free. Pre-registration required.
Sat. Feb 6 11:00 a.m. |
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C102 - Aerogardening
These foolproof indoor gardens are an amazing way to grow herbs, flowers & vegetables year round. We’ll demonstrate how to set up, maintain and harvest your Aerogarden. Class includes a free draw for an Aeorgarden and special discounts for registrants only. Greenland Garden Club Members Free.
Pre-registration required.
Sat. Feb 13 11:00 a.m. |
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C103 - Terrific Tomatoes
Our tomato connoisseur offers a wealth of information on new and popular varieties and tips on growing the best tomatoes ever.
Sat. Mar 13 11:00 a.m. |
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C104 - Spring Bulbs
Spring bulbs are easy to grow and make great additions to the garden or planters. Save $$$ by starting your own Cannas, Callas, Dahlias and more. We'll talk about new and common varieties, how and when to plant and how to care for them. Greenland Garden Club Members Free
Pre-registration required.
Sat. Mar 20 1:00 p.m. |
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C105 - Freshen Up
Transform weary winter decor with this fresh demonstration. We’ll show you how to use early spring planters, glassware, everlasting florals and inexpensive accessories to renew your home inside and out.
Sun. Mar 28 1:00 p.m. |
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C106 - Lawn Care
This is the ideal seminar for anyone wanting to improve their lawn. We'll share the myths and truths about environmentally friendly products, fertilizing, weed control, fairy ring and much more.
Tues. Apr 6 7:00 p.m. |
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C107 - Earthbox Container Gardening
These portable gardens have everything you need to make container gardening simple and successful. We’ll show you how this growing system controls soil conditions, eliminates feeding and watering guesswork while more than doubling the yield of a conventional garden. Class fee includes a free draw and special discounts for registrants only. Greenland Garden Club Members Free
Pre-registration required.
Sat. Apr 10 1:00 p.m. |
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C108 - Escape from the Ordinary
We'll show you how to create leading edge containers designed with exotic foliage plants, perennials, grasses and more. Combined in some of this season's hottest planters and urns, these are sure to impress.
Tues. Apr 13 7:00 p.m. |
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C109 - Rox Retaining Walls
One of the newest and easiest retaining wall systems to construct, Rox is favored by many Landscape Designers because of its natural stone look. An outdoor session demonstrating how to prepare and construct retaining walls and fire pits.
FREE, pre-registration required
Sat. May 1 11:00 a.m. OR 1:00 p.m. |
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C110 - Waterplants
Waterplants add beauty to your pond while providing a food source for fish, shading the water surface and keeping your water crystal clear. This demonstration will cover marginals, floaters and oxygenators, and how to care for them from spring to fall.
Sat. June 5 11:00 a.m. |
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C111 - Made in the Shade
Plants can thrive in shady spots! We’ll offer tips on preparing or amending your soil, choosing shade tolerant shrubs and perennials that will add colour and texture to low light areas.
Tues. June 8 7:00 p.m. |
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C112 - Potted Ponds
Container watergardens bring soothing sounds to any small space, yard or patio. We'll show you how to choose containers, pumps and plants, plus demonstrate some creative potted pond ideas.
Sat. June 12 11:00 a.m. |
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Gardening Classes
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C201 - Starting Seeds Indoors
Growing your own bedding plants from seed is so rewarding and will save you money. We'll discuss seeding dates, methods, transplanting and planting out, so even novices will have success.
Sat. Feb 20 11:00 a.m. $10.00 |
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C202 - Beginner Garden Spirits
Learn to create an amazing garden sculpture out of a simple T-shirt. This full day workshop will teach you how to form, wrap and coat your sculpture - novices will look like pros. Participants must bring 2 large 100% cotton solid coloured T-shirts, 1 roll of light duty aluminum foil (min 15'), scissors and lunch. Limited space - no refunds if unable to attend.
Sat. Mar 6 9am - 4pm $145.00
* Includes material for 2 sculptures, one will be made in class. |
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C203 - Advanced Garden Spirits
In this full day workshop participants will learn to create an impressive 2 foot garden sculpture. Note that Beginner Garden Spirits is a pre-requisite. Participants must bring lunch, 3 large 100% cotton T-shirts. T-shirts should be a solid colour, however, one of the shirts may have a pattern (to be used on the outside of your sculpture). You will also need masking tape, scissors and standard aluminum foil (min. 100'). Limited space - no refunds if unable to attend. **As each design will differ, additional sculpting medium may be required; medium will be available for sale from instructor.
Sun. Mar 7 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. $165.00 |
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C204 - Getting Ready for Spring
An informative session on basic pruning, early season lawn care, preventing pests, soil preparation, etc. A great way to start off your Spring gardening.
Sat. Apr 10 10:00 a.m. $10.00 |
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C205 - Crystal Clear Watergardens
Murky water can be easily avoided by learning the intricate balance of pond water. This course teaches the importance of pH, algae control, plant maintenance and more to ensure healthy, clear pond water.
Thurs. Apr 15 7:00 p.m. $10.00 |
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C206 - Pruning
Learn the benefits of pruning trees, shrubs and evergreens, and the "hows" and "whens" of proper pruning techniques. Manual included. Pruners required. A practical session will follow outdoors, dress accordingly.
Sat. Apr 17 9 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. $40.00 |
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C207 - Planting Trees, Shrubs & Evergreens
Plants from the garden centre are grown in plastic, fabric and even burlap and wire pots. We’ll explain which pots need to be removed, proper soil preparation, depth of planting and watering and caring for various new plants.
Sun. Apr 18 11:00 a.m. $10.00 |
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C208 - Perennials
Year after year perennials come back, filling your yard with colour. We'll discuss the tried and true varieties for Alberta gardens, as well as introduce you to the newest perennials for 2010.
Tues. May 11 7:00 p.m. $10.00 |
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C209 – Growing Hardy Roses
Countless varieties of roses are easy to grow in Alberta. We'll discuss variety choices, planting, maintenance and more.
Thurs. May 13 7:00 p.m. $10.00 |
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C210 - Hardy Vines
An informative session on Alberta's most popular perennial vines. Learn about planting and maintaining hardy vines such as Clematis, Grape, Kiwi and more.
Tues. May 18 7:00 p.m. $10.00 |
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C211 - Growing Tender Roses
This informative class will discuss how to choose, plant, maintain and overwinter Hybrid Tea, Old Fashioned and other tender roses.
Thurs. May 20 7:00 p.m. $10.00 |
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Greenland Garden Club Members receive 10% off all classes.
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