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Sally McCabe, from the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society, comes to us with her energetic personality and her knowledge of community gardening. Learn her techniques for getting the most out of a raised bed vegetable garden using less space, time, and effort. Call to sign up 215-887-7500.
Jesse Howe, from Howe Sharp Mobile Sharpening Service, comes to us with his knowledge of tool sharpening and seasonal maintenance. Getting the most out of your garden starts at the source! Jesse will show you how to properly sharpen knives & tools. Bring your kitchen knives to be sharpened. Limit 2 per person. If anyone wants their garden tools sharpened, Jesse can take them to be serviced for a separate fee. Call to sign up 215-887-7500.
Join Alex to learn the basics of houseplant care such as lighting, watering techniques, and fertilizing. She will also demonstrate how to properly pot a houseplant. Don’t be intimidated; it’s not as hard as it looks! Call to sign up 215-887-7500.
Looking to add a festive touch to your holiday table? Join us for a holiday centerpiece workshop! Our experienced staff will guide you through the process of creating a beautiful and unique centerpiece that will be sure to impress your guests. During the workshop, you will learn how to select the perfect flowers and foliage for your centerpiece, as well as how to arrange them in a way that is both visually stunning and long-lasting. You will also have the opportunity to personalize your creation with a variety of decorative elements, such as ribbons, picks, and candles. Our holiday centerpiece
The fall season is a great time to celebrate the beauty of nature and spend time with loved ones. And what better way to do that than by attending a fall festival at your local garden center? There will be a wide variety of activities for children of all ages, including pumpkin painting, face painting, and a guess the weight of the pumpkin contest. In addition to the activities, there will also be delicious fall treats available. From hot apple cider to fresh popcorn, there will be something for everyone to enjoy!
Love plants but running out of window space to put them? Come learn the basics of macramé with us! Macramé is a beautiful and intricate form of textile art that has been around for centuries. It involves knotting cords or ropes together to create intricate patterns and designs and has recently experienced a resurgence in popularity. Whether you’re interested in making wall hangings, plant hangers, or other decorative items, macrame is a versatile and rewarding craft. If you’re interested in learning, a vintage macrame workshop could be the perfect opportunity! Please call to register and pay at 215-887-7500.
In this lecture, Robert of @BirdPhilly will discuss how to attract local birds to your garden by planting beneficial flowers, trees, and shrubs. He will also touch on the importance of fall’s leaf litter in relation to ground foragers. A portion of this classes’ proceeds will be donated to the Maui Strong Fund to help those affected by the fires in Hawai’i. Please call to register and pay at 215-887-7500.
Winter is coming! After a sunny summer getaway outside, join Alex as she guides you through the basics of getting your houseplants ready to make the transition back indoors. During this lecture, she will demonstrate how to repot a houseplant, as well as proper techniques, tools, and products necessary to have a successful transition from outside to in. Don’t be intimidated. It’s not as hard as it looks! Please call to register and pay at 215-887-7500.