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2010 CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Summer 2010

A YEAR IN THE ORGANIC GARDEN

Series of Nine Seminars Begins Saturday, August 28, 2010, 9am - 11am

The classes will be led by Master Gardener Adina Lehrman, and will include both educational lecture and hands-on experience. Topics will include composting, companion planting, crop rotation, no-dig gardens, watering techniques, natural pest control, creating vertical supports for vining crops, and developing garden eco-systems. The fee for each seminar is $15 each for Heathcote members, and $20 for non-members and include hand-outs. Each seminar is a stand-alone session. The series will run from August 28 into Spring 2011. For a full schedule, and registration click here.

$15 for Heathcote Members, $20 for non-members per seminar.

BUTTERFLIES IN YOUR YARD

Saturday, September 11, 2010, 9am - 11am

Learn to identify and attract local butterflies with larval and necatar plants with Master Gardener Carol Williams.

FREE for Heathcote Members, $8 for non-members.

FREE FRIDAY

Free admission for two days only!

9am - 5pm

Friday, September 10

Friday, October 8

KIDS' AFTER SCHOOL GARDENING with Ms. Nan (14 weeks, every Thursday)

Fall session starts September 16, after school on Thursdays, 4:30-5:50 pm.  Kids get "down and dirty" planning , planting and maintaining a vegetable garden.  We plant the seeds for life-changing habits and knowledge.  Download more information here, and visit our education page.

MAKING A GARDEN PLAN

Saturday, September 18, 9am - 11am

with Master Gardener Adina Lehrman.  Participants make a working plan:  Choosing garden location and orientation - Choosing crops - Information on Soil pH - Companion planting - Warm and cold season plants - Timing for first and subsequent plantings. 

For a full schedule, and registration click here.

$15 for Heathcote Members, $20 for non-members per seminar.

I'LL BET YOU THINK YOU KNOW HOW TO WATER YOUR GARDEN!

Saturday, September 25, 9am - 11am

with Master Gardener Adina Lehrman.  This seminar addresses the three types of water in soil, gives a comprehensive overview of standard and creative watering systems, and teaches how and when to water.  For a full schedule, and registration click here.

$15 for Heathcote Members, $20 for non-members per seminar.

Autumn 2010

BROMELIAD BONANZA and SALE

Saturday, October 2, 9am - 12noon

presented by the Treasure Coast Bromeliad Society.  Short course on bromeliad basics (including growing habits, basic care and ground covers vs. tree growers), followed by a bromleliad mounting class.  Fabulous selection of bromeliads for sale.

FREE for Heathcote members, $8 for non-members.

THE "NO DIG" LAYER GARDEN

Saturday, October 16, 9am - 11am

featuring Master Gardener Adina Lehrman with live demonstration:  Information on dimensions - Finding the components for the layers - How to put the layers down - Planting methods.  For a full schedule, and registration click here.

$15 for Heathcote Members, $20 for non-members per seminar.

CREATING VERTICAL SUPPORT FOR VINING CROPS

Saturday, October 23, 9am - 11am

presented by Master Gardener Adina Lehrman.  Learn to properly support your tomatoes, cucumbers, beans, peas and other selected crops.  Demonstration on support types, building processes, materials and techniques. For a full schedule, and registration click here.

$15 for Heathcote Members, $20 for non-members per seminar.

HEATHCOTE HALLOWEEN HAUNTED FOREST

Saturday, October 30.  5:30pm - 8:30pm.

An evening full of tricks and treats, fun and games for kids of all ages.  Come in costume of course!  The center lawn activities are not too frightening (designed with little ones in mind.).  Courageous kids can explore the perimeter cemetery, haunted hut and witch's coven.  Hot dogs and drinks are available.

FREE for Heathcote members, $6 for adults, $2 for children.

HARVESTING IN THE GARDEN

Saturday, November 6, 9am - 11am

with Master Gardener Adina Lehrman.  Learn about proper harvesting, washing and storage for your garden crops...lettuces, broccoli, tomatoes and greens.  Garden walk and demonstration. For a full schedule, and registration click here.

$15 for Heathcote Members, $20 for non-members per seminar.

23rd Annual GARDEN FESTIVAL

Saturday & Sunday, November 20 & 21, 2010. 

9:00am - 4:00pm on Saturday, 10:00am - 4:00pm on Sunday.

The largest fall plant sale on the Treasure Coast features an amazing variety of plants and vendors selling everything you need for your garden.  Meet the experts and watch demonstrations on bonsai, rain barrels, edible landscaping and more!  Free kids activities and entertainment.  Food and drink for sale. 

$6 for adults or $3 and 3 cans of food.  FREE for children and Heathcote members.

Check our website for frequent updates. 

 

It PAYS to be a member of Heathcote Botanical Gardens!

 

 

 

FOR MORE INFORMATION REGARDING EVENTS,
PLEASE CALL THE GARDEN’S OFFICE AT 772-464-4672
Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
or email: info@heathcotebotanicalgardens.org

 


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