Classes & Events
Watch this space as we continue to add classes and events
All classes are free and do not require
registration, unless
otherwise noted.
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LANDSCAPING YOUR COLORADO GARDEN Saturday 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Discover trees, shrubs and perennials that grow well in our region. Learn plant combinations and basic design principles to create curb appeal and enhance your outdoor living spaces. Instructor: Dan Lee Black Forest Landscape Design |
COMPOSTING AND SOIL IMPROVEMENT Saturday 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Recycle your yard waste and watch your garden thrive. Learn how to create the "black gold" that nourishes your garden. Instructor: Griff Wirth Echter's Hard Goods Specialist |
INDOOR PLANTS 101 Sunday 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Discover tips and techniques for maintaining a beautiful indoor garden. A guide for watering, fertilizing and repotting will be covered. Instructor: Gay Bechir Echter's Indoor Horticulture Specialist |
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PLANTING FOR SUCCESS Saturday 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Learn tips and techniques for planting trees, shrubs and perennials. Discover ways to improve soil, water properly, mulch appropriately and place your plants in your landscape to get your new plants on the right track. Instructor: Gay Bechir Echter's Horticulture Specialist |
GARDENING IN THE FALL Saturday 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Now is the perfect time to set the stage for next year's garden. Plant perennials and bulbs for season-long beauty and review essential maintenance for keeping your garden healthy and beautiful. Instructor: Gracyn Kanan Echter's Nursery Specialist |
HARVESTING AND PRESERVING HERBS Saturday 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Learn how to harvest and preserve the fresh herbs you grew this spring and summer to add year-round flavor to your favorite recipes. Instructor: Mark Angelos The American Herb Society |
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PLANTING FALL BULBS Saturday 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM Plant bulbs now for color next spring. Discover new varieties of tulips, daffodils and other unique types of bulbs. Learn how to prepare your soil and maintain years of beauty. Instructor: Camille Gaty Echter's Horticulture Specialist |
WINTERIZING YOUR LAWN Saturday 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM Everything you need to know to prepare your lawn for the winter season. Dillon will cover fertilization, overseeding, irrigation shut off, and aeration. Attention to these details will ensure a healthier lawn in the spring. Instructor: Dillon Pike Arkansas Valley Seed |
GROWING GREAT
GARLIC Sunday 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM Colorado has an excellent climate for garlic and fall is the best time for planting. Get tips on the best varieties to grow, preparing the planting area, caring for your garlic through the season, harvest, storing and culinary tips. Instructor: Elisa Mack Denver Master Gardener & owner of Auntie M's Garden Consulting |
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WILDLIFE OF WINTER Bird Feeders & Seed Eaters Sunday 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM Winter is the perfect time to get to know our year-round birding residents. Many rely upon seeds and berries to sustain them when insects are dormant! Learn about different bird seed varieties, plants for berry production and practice your local bird identification with Denver Audubon. Instructor: Mary Fran O'Connor Master Birder, Denver Audubon |
ORCHIDS - EXOTIC, BUT EASY Saturday 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Orchids are beautiful, fascinating and surprisingly easy to grow. Learn some of the best varieties for your home & tips and techniques to successfully grow and re-bloom orchids. Instructor: Shirlee McDaniels The Denver Orchid Society |
WINTERIZING YOUR
POND Saturday 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM Let's make sure your pond survives the winter! Discover tips and techniques for winterizing plants, fish and equipment. Griff has the know-how from his years of pond keeping. Instructor: Griff Wirth Echter's Hard Goods Specialist |
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PRUNING TREES AND SHRUBS IN THE FALL Saturday 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Learn the basics of what to prune, when to do the job, and how to prune properly to avoid common mistakes that can cause future issues. Instructor: Gracyn Kanan Echter's Nursery Specialist |
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