Gardening 101

January 25, 2009, 11am - 4pm
Learn more about how to plan, plant, maintain, and enjoy a garden! North Haven Gardens
has designed a one-day seminar for the all levels of gardener on how to get started
and plan for your gardening success.

 

Class Registration: $45* and includes a Grow Card. Current Grow Card Members: $35  

Includes textbook, handouts, and lunch. Space is limited.  Ready to sign up?
The form will be available soon!

Soil Preparation

  • Evaluating your soil
  • Proper pH and what it means
  • Soil amendments
  • Drainage - why it’s so important.
  • Cultivating - tools and techniques

Planning Your Garden

  • Choosing a site
  • Evaluating light and water requirements
  • Types of plants
  • What to plant where

Planting Your Garden

  • Choosing healthy plants
  • Planting seeds, bulbs, and potted plants
  • How deep to plant
  • When to plant
  • How many plants for a specific area

Care and Maintenance

  • Watering - how much, how often
  • Watering systems
  • Fertilizing - what, when, why?
  • Pruning
  • Mulching and weeding
  • Controlling insects and diseases

• Cancellation Policy: If you are unable to attend, please call immediately.

• Cancel before Jan. 12 and receive a full refund.

• Cancel between Jan. 13-22nd, we will transfer your reservation to the next scheduled class with no additional fee.

• Cancel after Jan. 23rd, your payment will be transferred to the nextscheduled class plus, an additional $6 fee.


North Haven Gardens - 7700 Northaven Rd. - 214-363-5316 - Jobs - About Us - www.nhg.com