2012 CLASSES
PROPAGATION SERIES
We are please to offer this 5-class series that provides instruction on propagation of garden and landscape plants--everything from seeds to hardwood cuttings, grafting, softwood cuttings, layering and budding. The series provides training on propagation techniques including demonstrations, hands-on experiences and being able to take home the results of their efforts to add to their own garden and landscape. Class size is limited. REGISTER Click Here
Registration Deadline: February 16, 2012
Registration Fee: $169/member of the OBG/USUBC or $200/general public
February 23 - Class #1 Starting Plants from Seeds Learn how to start bedding plants and vegetables from seed for your own garden and landscape. Class includes seeds, soil-less planting media, containers and labels.
March 22 - Class #2 Hard Cuttings Class provides instruction on propagating plants such as willows, cottonwoods, and grapes using hardwood cutting techniques. Includes caring for propagation tools plus sharpening grafting knives.
April 19 - Class #3 Softwood Cuttings Learn how to propagate more difficult to root and interior plants by softwood cuttings using the resources available at home. Special emphasis is placed on using rooting hormones and moisture control systems. Discussion includes layering as a propagation method.
May 24 - Class #4 Grafting Fruit Trees Graft your own fruit trees for planting in your home garden. This ancient art is easier than it appears so enjoy becoming a true horticulturist. Materials provided include rootstock, scion wood, and grafting supplies necessary for successful grafting.
July 19 - Class #5 Summer Budding of Fruit & Shade Trees Summer budding is one of the best ways to propagate. The class covers chip and t-budding techniques and partipants will bud fruit or shade trees to take home for their own garden or landscape.
MATERIALS INCLUDED IN THE CLASS: Felco #2 hand shear, Victorinox grafting knife, handouts, seeds, cuttings, containers, rooting media, and other supplies.
Free COMMUNITY CLASSES
More information to follow . . .
Thursday, April 14 12-1 pm – Ogden Botanical Gardens
COLORFUL CONTAINERS AND PERFECT POTS
Thursday, May 19 12-1 pm – Ogden Botanical Gardens
Master Gardener, Kay Ballif, will teach how to create and maintain colorful containers all summer long. Learn about many premium annuals available for sun or shade, and how to design with them for spectacular displays.
____________________________________________________________________________
COMPOSTING BASICS
Saturday, May 21 11-12 – USU Botanical Center – Utah House
Learn the benefits and techniques of composting to get the most ouf of growing space in the garden. Compost is a rich soil amendment that benefits garden plants, house plants and the environment by diverting compostable material from the landfill.
___________________________________________________________________________
TREE WALK
Saturday, June 18 9-10:30 am – USU Botanical Center Varga Arboretum
Enjoy a leisurely stroll through the newly dedicated Varga Arboretum. Come learn from horticulturist, JayDee Gunnell, some of the unique characteristics of over 150 different species of trees that perform well in the Intermountain area, and might do well in your own landscape.
____________________________________________________________________________
MAKE THE PERFECT SALSA
Thursday, August 18 12-1:00 pm – Ogden Botanical Gardens
Thursday, August 18 5-6 pm – USU Botanical Center tent on 50 West
Are you loaded with delectable vegetables from your own garden or the Farmer’s Market? Come discover some appetizing recipes and techniques for making salsa. (In conjunction with the “Salsa Showdown” at the Farmer’s Market.)
____________________________________________________________________________
FLOWER SEED SAVING BASICS
Thursday, September 15 12-1:00 pm – Ogden Botanical Gardens
Saturday, September 17 9-10:30 pm – USU Botanical Center tent on 50 West
Richard Anderson, USUBC Greenhouse Manager, will take you through the steps of harvesting and saving your favorite flower garden seeds.
____________________________________________________________________________
APPLES GALORE
Thursday, October 13 12-2 pm – Ogden Botanical Gardens
Thursday, October 13 5-7 pm – USU Botanical Center Farmer’s Market
Our apple and cheese tasting event is quickly becoming everyone’s fall favorite. Join us to sample Utah’s finest artisan cheeses and locally grown apples. They are the perfect combination for a great end to the season.
HANDS-ON CLASSES
Register for one or all of our informative, hands-on classes.
Registration fee: $25/member, $35/public
*Membership Information: extension.usu.edu/weber/htm/horticulture/ubcobg-memberships
*Register online at https://utahbotanicalcenter.org/htm/education/adults/garden-workshops
FRUIT TREE GRAFTING
Thursday, April 14 6-7:30 pm – Ogden Botanical Gardens
Saturday, April 16 9-10:30 am – USU Botanical Center Greenhouse
Learn how to perpetuate that perfect fruit tree. This hands-on workshop reveals the techniques behind grafting. Participants receive two apple trees to take home.
BUDDING WORKSHOP
Saturday, July 16 9-10:30 – USU Botanical Center Greenhouse
Come learn the science and art of propagation by budding with Larry Rupp, USU Horticulture
Specialist. Hewill provide hands-on instruction; you are guaranteed to leave with more than an
increased knowledge. Call Stacie at 801-451-3403 for more information.