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Garden Designing for Homeowners

Mt Cuba, 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, 19707, United States

Whether you’re planning a complete garden overhaul or a new planting area, Olivia Kirkpatrick, a seasoned landscape designer, will help you navigate critical design principles that align with ecological gardening goals. By taking cues from local plant communities and environments, as well as considering the impact of garden inputs and maintenance, these principles aim to minimize common pitfalls associated with garden upkeep. This course is focused primarily on planting design, including assessing site conditions, bed layout, and plant selection. A list of required materials is provided upon registration. All are welcome. Class is designed for the seasoned home gardener. This

$59

Workshop: Pruning for Homeowners: Section A

Mt Cuba, 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, 19707, United States

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. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center from 9 am to noon on Thursday, February 13, 2025 (Rain Date: Thursday, February 20). About the Instructor: Lucy Dinsmore is a horticulturist

$49