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SUMMARY:SGS: Beneficial Bugs in Your Garden
DESCRIPTION:Did you know that less than 1% of insect species are considered pests? That leaves a lot of room for insects that we can learn to love\, like the beneficial bugs in your garden! These insects can control pests\, reduce (or eliminate) the need for pesticides\, and make your garden healthier and more sustainable. Join us as we learn about the benefits of key insect groups\, how to identify them\, and how you can attract them to your yard.\nThis program takes place in-person at Mt. Cuba Center Saturday\, April 5\, 2025.\nAbout the Instructor:\nSamantha Nestory is the engagement manager at Stoneleigh: A Natural Garden in Villanova\, PA. She holds ecology and entomology degrees from the University of Delaware and is passionate about ecological gardening\, native plants\, and insect conservation.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/sgs-beneficial-bugs-in-your-garden/
LOCATION:Mt Cuba\, 3120 Barley Mill Rd\, Hockessin\, DE\, 19707\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes & Workshops,Gardening,Native Plants,Nature & Community Science
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mt. Cuba Center":MAILTO:info@mtcubacenter.org
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SUMMARY:Spring Gardening Package - Saturday
DESCRIPTION:Discover how to garden in harmony with nature and select the best native plants for your yard. Spring is a season of beauty and conservation. Join us for the day and attend all four classes or register for individual sessions.\nSaturday 4/5/25\, 10 am – 4 pm | $19 per session or $69 for all four\n• 10:00 am – 11:00 am: Supporting Backyard Birds with Native Plants\nTransform your landscape into an oasis for your local birds! Join Leah Brooks as she explores how native plants that add interest and beauty to the home garden also serve as lifelines for our feathered friends.\n• 11:30 am – 12:30 pm: Beneficial Bugs in Your Garden\nJoin us as we learn about the benefits of key insect groups\, how to identify them\, and how you can attract them to your yard.\n• 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm: Decaying Wood is Good\nLearn about the management techniques the arboriculture team at Mt. Cuba use to convert declining trees into habitat for wildlife in a garden setting and discover what wildlife we have found occupying these spaces.\n• 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm: Lawn-less Yards\nReducing the American lawn is good for everyone. We can add more native plants\, reduce flooding in our watersheds\, attract pollinators\, and bring balance to our ecosystems. Dive into some example projects where lawns have been replaced by native plant solutions.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/spring-gardening-package-saturday/
LOCATION:Mt Cuba\, 3120 Barley Mill Rd\, Hockessin\, DE\, 19707\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gardening,Native Plants,Nature & Community Science,Workshops & Seminars
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mt. Cuba Center":MAILTO:info@mtcubacenter.org
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SUMMARY:SGS: Supporting Backyard Birds with Native Plants
DESCRIPTION:Transform your landscape into an oasis for your local birds! Join Leah Brooks as she explores how native plants that add interest and beauty to the home garden also serve as lifelines for our feathered friends.\nThis program takes place at Mt. Cuba Center on Saturday\, April 5\, 2025.\nThe Instructor\, Leah Brooks is the Public Programs Coordinator at Mt. Cuba Center. She has dual bachelor’s degrees from the University of Delaware in Environmental Science and Wildlife Ecology. She is a Delaware Master Naturalist and Vice Chair of the Delaware Invasive Species Council. She’s an avid contributor to the Delaware Native Plant Identification and Exchange Facebook group. Her passion is sharing the joy of nature and native gardening with others.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/sgs-supporting-backyard-birds-with-native-plants/
LOCATION:Mt Cuba\, 3120 Barley Mill Rd\, Hockessin\, DE\, 19707\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gardening,Native Plants,Nature & Community Science
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mt. Cuba Center":MAILTO:info@mtcubacenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250405T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250405T120000
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SUMMARY:Tyler Arboretum 10K Trail Run
DESCRIPTION:Join Us for the Tyler Arboretum 10k Trail Run – A Spring Tradition! \nReady to challenge yourself while taking in the stunning natural beauty of Tyler Arboretum? We invite you to be part of our 10k Trail Run\, a must-do race in Delaware County\, made even more special by the opportunity to race through the gorgeous\, historic grounds of Tyler Arboretum. \nThis unique trail race is a rare off-road event and is the ONLY race held in this beautiful setting. It’s also part of the 2025 USATF Mid-Atlantic Off-Road Grand Prix Series\, making it a fantastic opportunity for runners of all levels to test their endurance while supporting a good cause. \nRace Details:\nDate: April 5\, 2025\nTime: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM\nLocation: Tyler Arboretum\, 515 Painter Rd\, Media\, PA 19063 \nEvent Facilitated By: Delco Road Runners Club \nRegistration Fee: $45 – $50 \nImportant Notes:\n– No Dogs Allowed in the Arboretum\n– No Refunds\, Exchanges\, or Transfers \nDon’t miss this exciting\, challenging\, and scenic event. Race through trails that wind through our beautiful gardens and forests while supporting Tyler Arboretum’s conservation efforts. Register today and join us for this long-held spring tradition!
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/tyler-arboretum-10k-trail-run/
LOCATION:Tyler Arboretum\, 515 Painter Road\, Media\, PA\, 19063\, United States
CATEGORIES:---On the Trail,Community Events,Education/Lecture,Gardening,Health & Wellness,Native Plants,Running Group,Trail,Volunteer Opportunities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250403T170000
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SUMMARY:SOLD OUT SWWAG Workshop: DIY Seeding and Greenhouse Basics
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to start seeds in small spaces or container gardens with what you have at home. We will cover what tools and materials are needed for seed starting and how to care for seedlings. Led by Sybria Deveaux (beginner-level workshop).
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/sold-out-swwag-workshop-diy-seeding-and-greenhouse-basics/
LOCATION:Sankofa Community Farm
CATEGORIES:Classes & Workshops,Free Community Events,Gardening,Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250402T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250402T120000
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CREATED:20250122T210618Z
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SUMMARY:Native Plants of Spring
DESCRIPTION:Native plants of the Eastern Temperate Forest are beautiful\, inspiring\, and critically important for healthy landscapes. From the subdued colors and fragrances of spring wildflowers to the exuberance of summer perennials and the captivating hues of fall foliage\, discover a wealth of plants to satisfy your gardening needs throughout the seasons. Using Mt. Cuba’s stunning gardens\, learn to identify 60 trees\, shrubs\, and herbaceous perennials for spring. Examine their key identifying characteristics\, preferred growing conditions\, overall size\, and ecological significance. Students seeking the certificate must pass the onsite exam. One hour garden tours follow weekly lectures. Tours include walking over rolling terrain and mulched paths. Dress for the weather\, classes are rain or shine.\nThis program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center six Wednesdays: 4/2 through 5/7.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/native-plants-of-spring-2/2025-04-02/
LOCATION:Mt Cuba\, 3120 Barley Mill Rd\, Hockessin\, DE\, 19707\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gardening,Native Plants,Nature & Community Science
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mt. Cuba Center":MAILTO:info@mtcubacenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250329T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250329T150000
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SUMMARY:Craft a Colorful Tote
DESCRIPTION:Create a one-of-a-kind\, no-knit\, durable tote bag\, ideal for carrying a bottle of wine and more! Using merino wool and other fun fiber accents\, Sara Setzer walks you through the ancient craft of wet felting\, from selecting and arranging your wood fibers to the finished product. Expand your knowledge of fiber arts and go home with a truly unique hand-crafted tote. Please bring your lunch.\nThis program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center on Saturday\, March 29\, 2025 (Rain Date: Saturday\, April 5).\nAbout the Instructor:\nSara Setzer is a fiber artist who specializes in the art of felt work. Inspired by nature\, she creates eco-dyed and printed scarves\, wraps\, and collars using natural materials and leaves.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/craft-a-colorful-tote-2/
LOCATION:Mt Cuba\, 3120 Barley Mill Rd\, Hockessin\, DE\, 19707\, United States
CATEGORIES:Artists' Workshop Series,Classes & Workshops,Classes and Workshops,Gardening,Native Plants,Online
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mt. Cuba Center":MAILTO:info@mtcubacenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250326T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250326T190000
DTSTAMP:20250224T124915Z
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SUMMARY:Lawns to Meadows: a four part immersive workshop
DESCRIPTION:Transform Your Lawn into a Thriving Meadow! \nYou can make a critical difference in fostering the health of our planet. Join us for a four-part immersive course on converting traditional lawns into vibrant\, biodiverse meadows. Whether you’re a home gardener\, professional landscaper\, or a budding ecologist — we can offer you key strategies to support pollinators\, build soil health\, and create a more resilient landscape wherever you are. \nSession 1: Wednesday\, March 12th\, 5-7PM – The Why & How of Meadow Making at Houston Meadow\nSession 2: Wednesday\, March 26th\, 5-7PM – Converting the Suburban Plot\, site preparation and native plant selection\nSession 3: Wednesday\, April 9th\, 5-7PM – Riparian Buffers and Edge Habitats at Whitby Meadow\nSession 4: Wednesday April 23rd\, 5-7PM – Maintaining & Enhancing Your Meadow at the LandHealth Native Plant Nursery \nWhether you’re a homeowner\, landscaper\, or community member looking to rewild a space\, this course will provide the tools you need to succeed. \n👉 Reserve Your Spot Today!
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/lawns-to-meadows-a-four-part-immersive-workshop/2025-03-26/
CATEGORIES:Gardening,Gardening & DIY,Land Stewardship,Native Plants,Nature Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250325T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250325T200000
DTSTAMP:20250204T192101Z
CREATED:20250204T192101Z
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UID:10016939-1742925600-1742932800@gridphilly.com
SUMMARY:From Milkweed to Migration Gardening for Monarch Butterflies
DESCRIPTION:Monarchs still need our help! Learn how to support the migration and reproduction of these iconic butterflies in your space. Ecological planting designer Michelle \nMichelle Detwiler\, founder of Wild About Native Plants\, will present her favorite native plants to feed all life stages\, including local milkweed species as well as essential nectar plants often overlooked in our gardens. Get tips on planting design for the most productive habitat for monarch caterpillars as well as guidance on incorporating a variety of habitat friendly species for wet-to-dry site conditions. Leave feeling empowered to participate in the necessary cooperation for habitat restoration and conservation to protect these endangered beauties. This class has been approved to carry 2 LA CES CEUs for Landscape Architects.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/from-milkweed-to-migration-gardening-for-monarch-butterflies/
LOCATION:Morris Arboretum & Gardens\, 100 E Northwestern Ave\, Philadelphia\, 19118\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes & Workshops,Education/Lecture,Gardening,Land Stewardship,Native Plants,Water,Webinar,Workshops & Seminars
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ORGANIZER;CN="Morris Arboretum and Gardens":MAILTO:education@morrisarboretum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250322T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250322T170000
DTSTAMP:20250307T215432Z
CREATED:20250307T215432Z
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SUMMARY:Harlem Samba | Philly Salsa
DESCRIPTION:Esperanza Arts Center\npresents \nHarlem Samba | Philly Salsa\nfeaturing Edmar Castañeda & Curtis Stewart \nSaturday\, March 22\, 2025\n3:00pm \nTEATRO ESPERANZA\nGeneral Admission: $20\, Adults\nChildren & Seniors (60+) FREE \nHosted and curated by Grammy-nominated artists Edmar Castañeda and Curtis Stewart\, Harlem Samba/Philly Salsa spotlights two Latino dance and music traditions that blossomed to two separate cities in the 20th century: Samba in New York City and Salsa in Philadelphia\, and celebrates the cultural legacy of the Brazilian and Puerto Rican residents responsible for cultivating and sustaining these traditions. Featuring performances by Harlem Samba and Siempre Salsa Philly.\nThis program is presented as part of American Composers Orchestra’s CoLABoratory Fellowship program at Carnegie Hall – an exploration of how Latin American\, Afro-Caribbean\, and United States cultures have been interconnected for centuries by the effects of colonization and how these musics have been transformed and transported across the Atlantic in the process. \nPresented in partnership with AMERICAN COMPOSERS ORCHESTRA \nPart of VOCES Series\nLead support provided by the William Penn Foundation. \nTICKETS\nEsperanzaArtsCenter.us
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/harlem-samba-philly-salsa/
LOCATION:Esperanza Arts Center – Parking Lot\, 4261 N 5th St\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19140\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Performance,Classes and Workshops,Concert,Education/Lecture,Free,Gardening,Hike,Native Plants,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Esperanza Arts Center":MAILTO:patronservices@esperanza.us
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250322T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250322T123000
DTSTAMP:20250120T160108Z
CREATED:20250120T160108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250120T160108Z
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SUMMARY:The Cultivar Conundrum (Online)
DESCRIPTION:Dig deeper into the business of cultivars. The concept of a native plant seems simple\, until you start hearing about cultivars\, nativars\, selections\, ecotypes\, and hybrids. In this class we’ll dig into what all those terms mean\, where named plant selections come from\, and how they impact the ecosystem that is your garden.\nThis program takes place online on Saturday\, March 22\, 2025.\nAbout the Instructor:\nJoseph Tychonievich is a life-long lover of plants and gardening. He got his degree in horticulture from Ohio State University and went on to work for specialty rare plant nurseries in Japan and Michigan. Joseph is the author of several books including The Comic Book Guide to Growing Food: Step-by-Step Vegetable Gardening for Everyone and his writing has been published in Fine Gardening\, Horticulture\, and The New York Times. Joseph has a special love for hepaticas\, and plans trips every spring to see them flowering in the wild.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/the-cultivar-conundrum-online/
LOCATION:Mt Cuba\, 3120 Barley Mill Rd\, Hockessin\, DE\, 19707\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gardening,Native Plants,Nature & Community Science
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mt. Cuba Center":MAILTO:info@mtcubacenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250322T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250322T130000
DTSTAMP:20250120T160944Z
CREATED:20250120T160944Z
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Bonsai Using Native Trees
DESCRIPTION:The art of Bonsai has a long and rich history in Japan and other Eastern Asian countries – one that can translate easily to our region using native trees and proper techniques. Join members of the Pennsylvania Bonsai Association to explore the history and fundamental elements and styles of this ancient art. Students will learn how to choose\, plant\, train\, and provide long-term care to a young specimen tree. Go home with a new Bonsai tree of your own. Please bring sharp pruners/scissors\, gardening gloves\, and a flat box to transport your tree home.\nThis program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center on Saturday\, March 22\, 2025 (Rain Date: Saturday\, March 29).\nAbout the Instructor:\nBrian Tuel has over 20 years of experience with the Art of Bonsai. He has numerous trees in his personal collection and has displayed at the Philadelphia Flower Show. He is a devout gardener with a wealth of experience in the fundamental elements of horticulture and Bonsai.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/introduction-to-bonsai-using-native-trees-3/
LOCATION:Mt Cuba\, 3120 Barley Mill Rd\, Hockessin\, DE\, 19707\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes and Workshops,Gardening,Native Plants,Nature & Community Science,Watershed,Workshops & Seminars
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mt. Cuba Center":MAILTO:info@mtcubacenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250322T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250322T110000
DTSTAMP:20250312T204327Z
CREATED:20250312T204327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250312T204327Z
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SUMMARY:Journeywork Spring Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Welcome in the growing season with Journeywork at our second annual spring gathering at Plymouth Friends Meeting on Saturday\, March 22 from 9:00-11:00! \nEnjoy bagels and fruit provided by Weavers Way and coffee donated by Backyard Beans\, bring some seeds to swap\, and hear from Sam Makler\, Nursery Manager at Collins Nursery\, about “Uncommon and Underused Natives.” Then Kristy Morley\, Wissahickon Trails Senior Naturalist\, will share stories and photos of local wildlife she has observed. Come learn more about how you can get involved with Journeywork and check out the garden designs of the yards where we will be planting this spring. \nTickets are $15. Members save $5\, as well as enjoy discounts at Good Host Plants and Edge of the Woods Nursery. If you haven’t become a Journeywork member yet\, now is the season!
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/journeywork-spring-gathering/
LOCATION:Plymouth Friends Meeting\, 2150 Butler Pike\, Plymouth Meeting\, P\, 19462\, United States
CATEGORIES:---On the Trail,Community Events,Education/Lecture,Gardening,Health & Wellness,Native Plants,Running Group,Trail,Volunteer Opportunities
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ORGANIZER;CN="Journeywork":MAILTO:paige@journeywork.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250321T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250321T130000
DTSTAMP:20250113T183932Z
CREATED:20250113T183932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T183932Z
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SUMMARY:The Beginner’s Native Perennial Garden
DESCRIPTION:Need help creating a stunning garden with a variety of textures and colors that thrive throughout the year? Nancy will break down the planning process\, explain how to choose the best plants for different areas\, and define the considerations when it comes to maintaining a healthy garden. By the end\, you’ll have a layout that suits your site and benefits the ecosystem. Bring a scale drawing of your yard and a snack.\nAll are welcome. Class is designed for the beginner gardener.\nThis program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center on Friday\, March 21\, 2025.\nAbout the Instructor:\nNancy Bell is the Education and Garden Coach Coordinator at Gateway Garden Center in Hockessin. She has Certificates of Merit in Ornamental Horticulture and Landscape Design from Longwood Gardens.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/the-beginners-native-perennial-garden/
LOCATION:Mt Cuba\, 3120 Barley Mill Rd\, Hockessin\, DE\, 19707\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gardening,Native Plants,Nature & Community Science
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mt. Cuba Center":MAILTO:info@mtcubacenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250319T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250319T193000
DTSTAMP:20250101T195524Z
CREATED:20250101T195524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250101T195524Z
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SUMMARY:WLS - Homegrown Conservation
DESCRIPTION:Climate change and biodiversity loss are creating existential threats to people and nature. But we can help. In this presentation\, you’ll learn about how traditional landscape management is contributing to climate change and biodiversity loss and discover small steps we can all take in our own backyards and communities to steward our landscapes for nature and wildlife. This program is part of the online Mt. Cuba Lecture Series.\nThis program takes place online Wednesday\, March 19\, 2025.\nAbout the Instructor:\nDanae Wolfe is an award-winning conservation photographer\, writer\, educator\, and TEDx speaker focused on fostering appreciation and stewardship of backyard bugs and wildlife. Ever the pragmatic\, she believes that everyone has the power to make a difference in combatting climate change and biodiversity loss. Danae was the 2022 recipient of the Garden Communicators International Emergent Communicator award\, and her work has been featured in various outlets including CNN\, The American Gardener magazine\, and Nature Conservancy Magazine. Through her community conservation initiative\, Chasing Bugs\, she has reached global audiences with science-based education about the importance of gardening for biodiversity and has inspired gardeners to appreciate the beauty of our natural world and embrace their role in its protection.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/wls-homegrown-conservation/
LOCATION:Mt Cuba\, 3120 Barley Mill Rd\, Hockessin\, DE\, 19707\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gardening,Native Plants,Nature & Community Science
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mt. Cuba Center":MAILTO:info@mtcubacenter.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250315T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250315T143000
DTSTAMP:20250313T171854Z
CREATED:20250313T171854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250313T171854Z
UID:10017567-1742043600-1742049000@gridphilly.com
SUMMARY:Getting Your Habitat Garden Started
DESCRIPTION:Paige Menton\, founder of Journeywork\, a nonprofit dedicated to helping people create healthy habitats\, will share her experience on how to get a native garden started. \nThis is the first workshop in a series of three offered by the Weavers Way Environment Committee. All proceeds are used for future grants to community groups.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/getting-your-habitat-garden-started/
LOCATION:Plymouth Friends Meeting\, 2150 Butler Pike\, Plymouth Meeting\, P\, 19462\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes & Workshops,Community Events,Education/Lecture,Gardening,Gardening & DIY,Land Stewardship,Native Plants,Seed Saving,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Weavers Way Co-op Environment Committee":MAILTO:paige@journeywork.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250314T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250314T120000
DTSTAMP:20241227T164207Z
CREATED:20241227T164207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241227T164207Z
UID:10016160-1741946400-1741953600@gridphilly.com
SUMMARY:Bring Bluebirds and Others to Your Garden: Section B
DESCRIPTION:Bluebirds are a delightful native thrush that would be a welcome addition to anyone’s garden. Learn all about the biology of bluebirds and the best ways to install nest boxes so you can attract these colorful birds to your yard. Creating a landscape with native plants will provide food for the young bluebirds and may even persuade them to stay year-round. Learn which shrubs and trees you can plant to provide nest sites for several other common birds. Your garden will become a home for a multitude of beautiful birds!\nThis program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center on Friday\, March 14\, 2025 (Rain Date: Friday\, March 21).\nAbout the Instructor:\nIan Stewart\, PhD\, was raised in Newcastle\, England and received a doctorate in ornithology from the University of Leicester. He has conducted research on tree swallows and bluebirds and how local land management activities are affecting bird numbers and diversity throughout the year. Ian works for the Delaware Nature Society where he is studying the effects of non-native plants on birds.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/bring-bluebirds-and-others-to-your-garden-section-b/
LOCATION:Mt Cuba\, 3120 Barley Mill Rd\, Hockessin\, DE\, 19707\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Classes and Workshops,Gardening,Gardening & DIY,Native Plants
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Bring-Bluebirds.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Mt. Cuba Center":MAILTO:info@mtcubacenter.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250313T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250313T143000
DTSTAMP:20250101T195749Z
CREATED:20250101T195749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250101T195749Z
UID:10016128-1741860000-1741876200@gridphilly.com
SUMMARY:Gardening for Watershed Conservation: Section A
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to implement various sustainable gardening and landscaping techniques that manage and conserve water. Reduce the demands of water management infrastructure by capturing rain and keeping it onsite. Discover the changes you can make to help build a resilient garden in a changing climate while improving the water quality in the local watershed.\nThis program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center on Two Thursdays 3/6 and 3/13 (Rain Date: Thursday\, March 20).\nAbout the Instructors:\nLucy Dinsmore is a horticulturist and certified arborist who loves learning and teaching about all things growing. She worked in public gardens for ten years and now runs Plant Lady Lucy\, a garden design and consulting business in Kennett Square. She earned her MS in Horticulture from the University of Minnesota.\nEileen Hazard\, community outreach coordinator at Mt. Cuba Center\, enjoys connecting people to nature through gardening and science. She earned a BS in Civil Engineering from Lafayette College and an MS in Water Resources from the University of Vermont. She has supplemented her degrees with plant-focused biology classes at West Chester University\, a PA Master Naturalist certification\, and an Ecological Gardening Certificate. Prior to joining Mt. Cuba Center in 2014\, Eileen worked in environmental consulting and education.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/gardening-for-watershed-conservation-section-a/2025-03-13/
LOCATION:Mt Cuba\, 3120 Barley Mill Rd\, Hockessin\, DE\, 19707\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes & Workshops,Classes and Workshops,Gardening,Native Plants,Nature & Community Science,Online,Watershed
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Watershed-960x700-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Mt. Cuba Center":MAILTO:info@mtcubacenter.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250312T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250312T190000
DTSTAMP:20250224T124915Z
CREATED:20250224T124915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250224T124915Z
UID:10017261-1741798800-1741806000@gridphilly.com
SUMMARY:Lawns to Meadows: a four part immersive workshop
DESCRIPTION:Transform Your Lawn into a Thriving Meadow! \nYou can make a critical difference in fostering the health of our planet. Join us for a four-part immersive course on converting traditional lawns into vibrant\, biodiverse meadows. Whether you’re a home gardener\, professional landscaper\, or a budding ecologist — we can offer you key strategies to support pollinators\, build soil health\, and create a more resilient landscape wherever you are. \nSession 1: Wednesday\, March 12th\, 5-7PM – The Why & How of Meadow Making at Houston Meadow\nSession 2: Wednesday\, March 26th\, 5-7PM – Converting the Suburban Plot\, site preparation and native plant selection\nSession 3: Wednesday\, April 9th\, 5-7PM – Riparian Buffers and Edge Habitats at Whitby Meadow\nSession 4: Wednesday April 23rd\, 5-7PM – Maintaining & Enhancing Your Meadow at the LandHealth Native Plant Nursery \nWhether you’re a homeowner\, landscaper\, or community member looking to rewild a space\, this course will provide the tools you need to succeed. \n👉 Reserve Your Spot Today!
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/lawns-to-meadows-a-four-part-immersive-workshop/2025-03-12/
CATEGORIES:Gardening,Gardening & DIY,Land Stewardship,Native Plants,Nature Walks
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/20180807_164931-2.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250311T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250311T153000
DTSTAMP:20250211T202744Z
CREATED:20250211T202744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250211T202744Z
UID:10016938-1741701600-1741707000@gridphilly.com
SUMMARY:How Can I Help? Saving Nature with Your Yard
DESCRIPTION:Join author and entomologist Doug Tallamy at Temple Ambler Arboretum for a deep discussion about concrete ways each of us can make a positive environmental impact. \nNearly every day Doug receives emails from people who have read his books and heard his talks and yet still have questions about ecological land care. These are good\, thoughtful questions about ecology and evolution\, biodiversity\, invasive species\, insect declines\, native and non-native plants\, conservation and restoration\, residential and city landscapes\, oak biology\, supporting wildlife at home\, and more. \nJoin us as Doug addresses as many of these queries as he can. His answers will further motivate and inform us all in our desire to restore ecosystem function where we live\, work\, play\, worship\, and garden. 1.5 LA CES and ISA CEUs available. \nThis program will take place in-person at Temple Ambler Arboretum and will also be available livestream via Zoom and as a recording. This program is co-presented by Morris Arboretum & Gardens and the Temple Ambler Arboretum
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/how-can-i-help-saving-nature-with-your-yard/
LOCATION:Temple University Ambler Campus\, Meetinghouse Road\, Ambler\, PA\, USA\, 580 Meetinghouse Road\, Ambler\, PA\, 19002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education/Lecture,Event,Gardening,Land Stewardship,Lecture,Special Event,Workshops & Seminars
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ORGANIZER;CN="Morris Aboretum":MAILTO:education@morrisarboretum.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250308T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250308T140000
DTSTAMP:20250225T183724Z
CREATED:20250225T183724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T183724Z
UID:10017391-1741431600-1741442400@gridphilly.com
SUMMARY:Indigenous Phytotherapy | The Plants That Heal: Hapé Circle
DESCRIPTION:For indigenous people\, Hapé (pronounced “ha-peh”) has a powerful spirit of healing and protection against evils. Hapé is a cleansing snuff that is seen to open countless portals\, enabling a person to reach different dimensions in the spiritual world. \nThis medicinal tobacco helps to focus and sharpen the mind. Hapé is served to clear a person of distracting thoughts and bad energies in preparation for intention setting. It clears the sinuses of mucus and bacteria to combat colds & respiratory ailments. It provides a calming\, grounding effect on the emotional and spiritual body that lasts much longer than the initial application and sensation. \nHapé is a mixture of sun-dried Mói tobacco\, as well as ashes of tree bark which is presented in the form of a powder. It is widely used in rituals & ceremonies in indigenous cultures as a spiritual and physical cure of illnesses. Tobacco is considered a sacred plant by indigenous peoples\, as a plant of power and a strong healing vibration. \nAll classes and gatherings in the Indigenous Phytotherapy series are donation-based. For this session\, a donation of $60 is recommended via Venmo to the facilitators or in cash at the event. \nNo one will be turned away for their inability to pay. If you feel called to participate but unable to meet the suggested donation\, please reach out to the facilitators at hawkshollar@gmail.com.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/indigenous-phytotherapy-the-plants-that-heal-hape-circle/
CATEGORIES:Classes & Workshops,Eligible for SW/ACCESS Discount,Gardening,Series
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250306T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250306T143000
DTSTAMP:20250101T195749Z
CREATED:20250101T195749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250101T195749Z
UID:10016127-1741255200-1741271400@gridphilly.com
SUMMARY:Gardening for Watershed Conservation: Section A
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to implement various sustainable gardening and landscaping techniques that manage and conserve water. Reduce the demands of water management infrastructure by capturing rain and keeping it onsite. Discover the changes you can make to help build a resilient garden in a changing climate while improving the water quality in the local watershed.\nThis program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center on Two Thursdays 3/6 and 3/13 (Rain Date: Thursday\, March 20).\nAbout the Instructors:\nLucy Dinsmore is a horticulturist and certified arborist who loves learning and teaching about all things growing. She worked in public gardens for ten years and now runs Plant Lady Lucy\, a garden design and consulting business in Kennett Square. She earned her MS in Horticulture from the University of Minnesota.\nEileen Hazard\, community outreach coordinator at Mt. Cuba Center\, enjoys connecting people to nature through gardening and science. She earned a BS in Civil Engineering from Lafayette College and an MS in Water Resources from the University of Vermont. She has supplemented her degrees with plant-focused biology classes at West Chester University\, a PA Master Naturalist certification\, and an Ecological Gardening Certificate. Prior to joining Mt. Cuba Center in 2014\, Eileen worked in environmental consulting and education.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/gardening-for-watershed-conservation-section-a/2025-03-06/
LOCATION:Mt Cuba\, 3120 Barley Mill Rd\, Hockessin\, DE\, 19707\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes & Workshops,Classes and Workshops,Gardening,Native Plants,Nature & Community Science,Online,Watershed
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mt. Cuba Center":MAILTO:info@mtcubacenter.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250221T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250221T153000
DTSTAMP:20241227T160837Z
CREATED:20241227T160837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241227T160837Z
UID:10015991-1740132000-1740151800@gridphilly.com
SUMMARY:Residential Landscape Design Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Learn new gardening skills with professional landscape designer Lee Armillei. Analyze a site\, create a basic plan\, apply design principles to layout paths\, planting beds\, and other features in your garden. You’ll explore various design options\, evaluate landscape materials\, and develop a practical planning document for your specific landscape project. Bring lunch. A list of required materials is provided upon registration.\nAll are welcome. Class is designed for the practicing professional.\nThis program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center on Two Fridays: 2/14 & 2/21 (Rain Date: Friday\, February 28).\nAbout the Instructor:\nLee Armillei\, APLD\, is the principal landscape designer with Athyrium Design and has 10+ years of design-build-maintenance experience. She holds a BS in Ornamental Horticulture and Environmental Design from Delaware Valley University and designs carefully curated residential landscapes steeped in environmentally friendly practices.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/residential-landscape-design-workshop-2/2025-02-21/
LOCATION:Mt Cuba\, 3120 Barley Mill Rd\, Hockessin\, DE\, 19707\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes & Workshops,Gardening,Native Plants
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mt. Cuba Center":MAILTO:info@mtcubacenter.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250219T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250219T193000
DTSTAMP:20241223T140804Z
CREATED:20241223T140804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241223T140804Z
UID:10016080-1739988000-1739993400@gridphilly.com
SUMMARY:WLS - Mt. Cuba’s Resilient Tree Canopy (Online)
DESCRIPTION:Trees are the backbone of any landscape. With current pest and disease threats and the predicted change in our climate\, we must adapt our practices to protect our trees from these stressors. Please join Mt. Cuba staff as we discuss our strategies for preparing our garden’s tree canopy for a changing climate. We will share the thought process and models used to shape our current strategy\, our ongoing data collection and tree monitoring tactics\, and how we intend to use the information gathered to implement practices that will help nurture a resilient future tree canopy. This program is part of the online Mt. Cuba Lecture Series.\nThis program takes place online Wednesday\, February 19\, 2025.\nAbout the Instructors:\nNicole DeLizzio is the Arborist Assistant at the Mt. Cuba Center. She holds a BS in Agriculture and Natural Resources with a minor in Wildlife Ecology and Conservation from the University of Delaware. Nicole is an ISA certified arborist. In addition to co-teaching the Ecological Arboriculture course with the rest of the arboriculture team\, she can be found sharing her combined passion for trees and art in pyrography\, or the art of woodburning. One of Nicole’s favorite ecological gardening concepts is to allow trees to decay in place\, when it is safe to do so\, to be utilized by wildlife.\nGeorge Coombs\, Director of Horticulture at Mt. Cuba Center\, leads a team of horticulturists\, arborists\, and grounds maintenance technicians who cultivate and improve formal and naturalistic gardens and play a pivotal role in the implementation of Mt. Cuba Center’s long-range master plan. George produced award winning reports on native plant research as the former Manager of Horticultural Research at Mt Cuba Center and introduced four new Coreopsis cultivars. He holds a degree of Plant Science from the University of Delaware with a focus in landscape horticulture.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/wls-mt-cubas-resilient-tree-canopy-online/
LOCATION:Mt Cuba\, 3120 Barley Mill Rd\, Hockessin\, DE\, 19707\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes and Workshops,Gardening,Land Stewardship,Native Plants,Nature & Community Science
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mt. Cuba Center":MAILTO:info@mtcubacenter.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250215T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250215T160000
DTSTAMP:20241223T134554Z
CREATED:20241223T134554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241223T134554Z
UID:10016003-1739624400-1739635200@gridphilly.com
SUMMARY:Workshop: Pruning for Homeowners: Section B
DESCRIPTION:Keep your trees and shrubs healthy\, attractive\, and long-lived using expert pruning techniques. In this hands-on workshop\, learn basic pruning principles including how to make the correct cuts\, the best times of year to prune various plants\, and how to select and use the right tools. Gain the confidence to prune your plants in a more naturalistic\, appealing\, and professional way. Bring work gloves and hand pruners.\nThis program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center on Saturday\, February 15\, 2025 (Rain Date: Saturday\, February 22).\nAbout the Instructor:\nLucy Dinsmore is a horticulturist and certified arborist who loves learning and teaching about all things growing. She worked in public gardens for ten years and now runs Plant Lady Lucy\, a garden design and consulting business in Kennett Square. She earned her MS in Horticulture from the University of Minnesota.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/workshop-pruning-for-homeowners-section-b/
LOCATION:Mt Cuba\, 3120 Barley Mill Rd\, Hockessin\, DE\, 19707\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Performance,Classes and Workshops,Gardening
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mt. Cuba Center":MAILTO:info@mtcubacenter.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250215T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250215T150000
DTSTAMP:20241209T181355Z
CREATED:20241209T181355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241209T181355Z
UID:10015995-1739624400-1739631600@gridphilly.com
SUMMARY:Winter Garden Interest
DESCRIPTION:Winter landscapes offer opportunities to experience structural garden elements and many botanical forms of seasonal interest. Expand your appreciation for aesthetic qualities beyond blooms by exploring the beauty and wonder of seed heads\, exfoliating bark\, evergreen foliage\, and stems with diverse textures\, color\, and character. This class will include a unique opportunity to walk through Mt. Cuba’s gardens in the ‘off-season’ to experience the sights and sounds of our winter landscape.\nThis program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center on Saturday\, February 15\, 2025 (Rain Date: Saturday\, February 22).\nAbout the Instructor:\nIn his role as an educator at Mt. Cuba Center\, Michael Blacketer\, PhD\, draws from a diverse background in environmental planning\, ecological design\, resource interpretation\, horticulture\, and conservation social science. His education includes a bachelor’s degree in Community and Environmental Planning\, a master’s in Ecological Landscape Design\, and a doctorate in Parks\, Recreation\, and Tourism Management. Also\, a Delaware Master Gardener\, Michael’s interests are rooted in the exploration of human-environment transactions across spatial\, temporal\, biological\, and social scales; he enjoys discussing these phenomena with others through mutual interests in organic gardening\, restoration ecology\, outdoor recreation\, and scientific research.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/winter-garden-interest-2/
LOCATION:Mt Cuba\, 3120 Barley Mill Rd\, Hockessin\, DE\, 19707\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes and Workshops,Gardening,Native Plants
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mt. Cuba Center":MAILTO:info@mtcubacenter.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250214T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250214T153000
DTSTAMP:20241227T160837Z
CREATED:20241227T160837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241227T160837Z
UID:10015990-1739527200-1739547000@gridphilly.com
SUMMARY:Residential Landscape Design Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Learn new gardening skills with professional landscape designer Lee Armillei. Analyze a site\, create a basic plan\, apply design principles to layout paths\, planting beds\, and other features in your garden. You’ll explore various design options\, evaluate landscape materials\, and develop a practical planning document for your specific landscape project. Bring lunch. A list of required materials is provided upon registration.\nAll are welcome. Class is designed for the practicing professional.\nThis program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center on Two Fridays: 2/14 & 2/21 (Rain Date: Friday\, February 28).\nAbout the Instructor:\nLee Armillei\, APLD\, is the principal landscape designer with Athyrium Design and has 10+ years of design-build-maintenance experience. She holds a BS in Ornamental Horticulture and Environmental Design from Delaware Valley University and designs carefully curated residential landscapes steeped in environmentally friendly practices.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/residential-landscape-design-workshop-2/2025-02-14/
LOCATION:Mt Cuba\, 3120 Barley Mill Rd\, Hockessin\, DE\, 19707\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes & Workshops,Gardening,Native Plants
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mt. Cuba Center":MAILTO:info@mtcubacenter.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250213T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250213T150000
DTSTAMP:20241203T174030Z
CREATED:20241203T174030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241203T174030Z
UID:10015885-1739451600-1739458800@gridphilly.com
SUMMARY:Gardening with Your Vegetables in Mind
DESCRIPTION:There are many ecological benefits to integrating vegetables into your native landscape. Whether you are new to vegetable growing or looking for ways to add edible plants to your ornamental landscape\, this workshop will explain the essentials for success: site selection and preparation\, planting\, maintenance\, and harvesting. Instructor Rob Medicus will also identify several great vegetables to incorporate into flower beds and borders for both an edible and ornamental reward.\nThis program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center on Thursday\, February 13\, 2025.\nAbout the Instructor:\nRob Medicus has served as a Delaware Master Gardener since 1994. He loves creating and delivering horticultural workshops. Venues have ranged from UD Cooperative Extension to Osher Academy\, Friends of White Clay Creek\, lots of gardening clubs and more. In addition\, Rob has headed the MG Vegetable And Fruit Demonstration Garden (2012-2014) and the Workshops and Speakers Bureau Committee (2016-2018). Rob gardens on 1/2 acre in Newark.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/gardening-with-your-vegetables-in-mind/
LOCATION:Mt Cuba\, 3120 Barley Mill Rd\, Hockessin\, DE\, 19707\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gardening,Native Plants
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Gardening-with-Vegetables-in-Mind.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Mt. Cuba Center":MAILTO:info@mtcubacenter.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250213T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250213T120000
DTSTAMP:20241206T204846Z
CREATED:20241206T204846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241206T204846Z
UID:10015939-1739437200-1739448000@gridphilly.com
SUMMARY:Workshop: Pruning for Homeowners: Section A
DESCRIPTION:Keep your trees and shrubs healthy\, attractive\, and long-lived using expert pruning techniques. In this hands-on workshop\, learn basic pruning principles including how to make the correct cuts\, the best times of year to prune various plants\, and how to select and use the right tools. Gain the confidence to prune your plants in a more naturalistic\, appealing\, and professional way. Bring work gloves and hand pruners.\nThis program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center from 9 am to noon on Thursday\, February 13\, 2025 (Rain Date: Thursday\, February 20).\nAbout the Instructor:\nLucy Dinsmore is a horticulturist and certified arborist who loves learning and teaching about all things growing. She worked in public gardens for ten years and now runs Plant Lady Lucy\, a garden design and consulting business in Kennett Square. She earned her MS in Horticulture from the University of Minnesota.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/workshop-pruning-for-homeowners-section-a/
LOCATION:Mt Cuba\, 3120 Barley Mill Rd\, Hockessin\, DE\, 19707\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gardening,Workshops & Seminars
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mt. Cuba Center":MAILTO:info@mtcubacenter.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250205T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250205T193000
DTSTAMP:20241203T173919Z
CREATED:20241203T173919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241203T173919Z
UID:10015881-1738778400-1738783800@gridphilly.com
SUMMARY:Botany of Design (Online)
DESCRIPTION:Using his book Understanding Perennials as a starting point\, Bill Cullina tackles the thorny subject of garden design in an innovative way. In this fun and informative talk\, he explores such things as the reasons for big leaves\, variegation\, red foliage and flowers and ways to create more satisfying designs without breaking the budget. He looks at life beyond the color wheel\, and the importance of healthy soil and reveals some of his best horticultural secrets while weaving together aesthetics\, psychology\, botany\, and ecology. Both beginning gardeners and seasoned pros will be able to learn from and enjoy this talk.\nThis program takes place online on Wednesday\, February 5\, 2025.\nAbout the Instructor:\nBill Cullina is the F. Otto Haas Executive Director of the Morris Arboretum. He is a well-known author\, lecturer\, and authority on North American native plants. His books include Wildflowers; Native Trees\, Shrubs\, and Vines; Native Ferns\, Mosses\, and Grasses; and Understanding Perennials.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/botany-of-design-online/
LOCATION:Mt Cuba\, 3120 Barley Mill Rd\, Hockessin\, DE\, 19707\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gardening,Native Plants,Plantings
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gridphilly.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Botany-of-Design.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Mt. Cuba Center":MAILTO:info@mtcubacenter.org
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