FREE GARDENING SEMINARS 2008
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April
Fruit and Berry Selection:
Learn all about the best varieties to grow and their requirements to produce bountiful crops. Particular fruit tree & berry varieties well suited for our county will be covered. Tips on how to have great success with apples, cherries, blueberries, grapes, raspberries, gooseberries, kiwi, & more.
Saturday, April 12th, 10am
Spring Lawn Care:
Learn how to prepare your lawn for its growing season. Learn about organic and synthetic fertilizers, lawn renovation, aeration, moss control, and much more.
Saturday, April 12th, 2pm
Waking up your Water Garden:
Get your water garden working after a long winter nap. Algae control, optimizing filtration, and refurbishing your plants are just a few of the topics covered.
Saturday, April 19th, 10am
Vegetable Garden Basics:
Learn the best soil types and amendments to use for your vegetable garden. We'll also discuss whether to plant seeds or starter plants, and don't miss our great ideas for companion planting with the best plant varieties for the Whatcom county area.
Saturday, April 19th, 2pm
Gardening in Containers:
Learn how to have the most beautifully planted containers for decks, patios, entryways, and other garden locations. We'll discuss plants for cool, shady spots as well as selections for hot and spicy color in full sun. Whether full of flowers, vegetables or shrubbery, we can show how to have beauty and pizzazz when gardening in containers.
Saturday, April 26th, 10am
HANGING MOSS BASKET WORKSHOP
A "Hands On" Workshop where you'll learn how to successfully create, grow and maintain a beautiful one-of-a kind, Victorian Hanging Moss Basket. All materials are provided: Plants, Container, Soil, & Moss. Just bring warm clothes, your gloves and a friend too! Leave the mess to us! Workshop fee $35.00 (plus tax). Pre-paid registration is required. Join us for great fun!
Saturday, April 26th, 2:00pm
Saturday, May 3rd, 10am
May
Success with Growing Roses:
Discover the easy steps to growing magnificent roses. Learn the essentials to selection, planting, pruning, and maintaining your roses throughout the season.
Saturday, May 17th, 10am
Gardening in Shady Areas:
From soil amendments to design considerations, we'll show you how to use trees, shrubs, and bedding plants to create the perfect summer oasis. Discover the many varieties of plants that thrive in shady areas.
Saturday, May 24th, 10am
Water Garden Basics:
Join us and discover the pleasures of a water garden. Learn the basics of creating your own water garden oasis. Topics will include site selection, construction materials and installation as well as fish & plant selections.
Saturday, May 31st, 10am
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360-676-0400
945 East Bakerview Road, Bellingham, WA 98226
(360) 676-0400 www.bakerviewnursery.com
Mon-Sat 9am-6pm/Sun 10am-5pm