Talks in the Garden--Tips for the backyard gardener series
- Wednesday, July 27, 2016, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
- Tuesday, August 2, 2016, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
- Thursday, August 11, 2016, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
- Thursday, August 18, 2016, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
- Thursday, August 25, 2016, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Join Cornell Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners for a summer series that will kick your gardening skills up a notch or two. These evening classes will meet in the Memorial Garden Gazebo
at CCE, 24 Martin Road in Voorheesville with the gardens as our classroom.
Call to register:contact Sue Pezzolla at 765-3516 cost is $5 per class or $20 for the series.
Checks made out to CCE Albany and mailed to 24 Martin Road, Voorheesville, NY 12186
July 27
6:30 pm
Herb Gardening with the Shakers
Join Master Gardeners Cathie Gifford and Lee Ryan to learn about the Shaker influence on herb gardening and the collection and sale of seeds.The class will include all aspects of selecting and growing herbs.
August 2
6:30 pm
Low Maintenance Perennial Gardening
Master Gardener Judith Fetterley will share her tips for planting wisely to maximize garden interest and minimize garden chores.Learn how good plant choices can make a big difference.
August 11
6:30 pm
Ornamental Grasses and how to use them
Master Gardener Keith Lee will share ideas for choosing and placing ornamental grasses in the garden.You will learn which types are best for backyard gardens and how to incorporate them into an existing landscape.
August 18
6:00 pm
Compost Basics
The Master Gardener compost team will be on hand to discuss and show several types of composting systems for the backyard gardener.If you have been curious about what type of compost system would be best for you, this is the class!Participants will be given handouts and a sample of finished compost.This class will meet in the compost demonstration area across the parking lot from the CCE main building.
August 25
6:00 pm
Vegetable gardening 101 and the basics of raised bed gardening
Join Master Gardeners Phyllis Rosenblum and Luanne Whitbeck for a tour of the demonstration garden raised bed vegetable garden to learn why raised bed gardens are often the best approach for vegetable growing.You will learn about garden preparation, selecting the best transplants, extending the growing season and how to manage perennial crops.
Fee
$5 per class or $20 for series
Location
CCE Albany County
24 Martin Road
Voorheesville, NY 12186
Last updated July 20, 2016