April 5 10:00 am Pruning Woody Ornamentals
Learn how plant growth habits influence how and when to prune trees and
shrubs. With the right knowledge, tools, and techniques your pruning
will enhance the health and aesthetics of the woody ornamentals on your
property.
April 5 1:00 pm Lawns - Care and Feeding
Is your lawn in need of a make over? Join us to learn proper lawn care
practices to make - or keep - your lawn healthy. This class will cover
weed control, fertilization, mowing, renovation and more.
April 12 10:00am Introduction to Landscape
Design Learn how well-designed landscapes result in
functional outdoor living spaces that add beauty and value. This class
touches on basic design principles, the sequence of analysis, and
decisions that can take your garden to a higher level - always fills!
April 12 1:00 pm Spring-Planted Bulbs for
Summer Glamour Tender bulbs planted in spring can easily add
color and drama to your garden in the summer. From the familiar to the
exotic, there is a wide variety of bulbs available for any type of
garden.
April 19 10:00 am Battling Bugs, Fungi,
Weeds and Critters Something bugging you? Arm yourself with
the knowledge to make informed choices regarding control measures,
organic or otherwise.
April 19 1:00 pm Orchids Are Easy!
If you think growing elegant, long-blooming orchids is tricky, this
class is for you! Our seasoned enthusiast helps you learn how to choose
plants, fertilize, re-pot and troubleshoot.
April 26 10:00 am Container Gardens I
Containers are versatile and add visual impact, especially with
the many choices of annuals available. Get tips on creating a pleasing
composition and how to water and fertilize. Since this class always
fills we have a repeat available in May.
April 26 1:00 pm Bird and Butterfly
Gardening By selecting specific plants that provide food,
shelter and a place to raise young, you can dramatically increase the
number and variety of butterflies and birds in your yard. Our expert
shares ideas on design and the best choices of perennials, annuals and
woody ornamentals.
MAY
May
3 10:00 am Rain Gardens
Surprisingly easy to create, rain gardens are an environmentally
sensitive way to put stormwater runoff from your roof to productive use.
Learn how to design, calculate size, dig and choose plants for a flower
garden that will collect excess water and enhance the beauty of your
yard at the same time!
May 3 1:00 pm Groundcovers for Sun and Shade
Groundcovers are often better than turf; they’re beautiful, require less
care, and some varieties have lovely blossoms. Groundcovers are an
attractive solution to a problem area! Garden walk included to view
plants and learn their growth habits.
May 10 10:00 am Flowering Trees and Shrubs
Woody ornamentals can enhance the beauty of your landscape by bringing
color, depth and year round interest to the garden. Learn about the many
species available and how to choose the ones best suited to your site.
Garden walk included.
May 10 1:00 pm Growing the Best -Tasting
Vegetables Nothing compares to the taste and quality of a
vegetable picked and eaten within minutes! Heirloom vegetables and new
gourmet hybrids are fun and easy to grow, even with little or no garden
space! Class includes planting, cultivation, and key tips for success.
May 17 10:00 am Introduction to Silk Floral
Design Learn principles of color harmony and contrast while
our designers demonstrate the use of line and shape to create stunning
arrangements.
May 24 10:00 am Shady Characters -
Perennials Discover colorful choices for woodland gardens and
those challenging shady corners, from blooming perennials to elegant
foliage plants. Learn from an expert shade gardener, and view actual
plants at Hawks. Garden walk is included.
May 24 1:00 pm Container Gardening II
REPEAT of April class due to high demand. Learn how to choose annuals,
grasses and even vegetables to create visual “punch” to accent your
entryway, patio or garden. You’ll also get tips on how to set up simple
ways to irrigate and fertilize.
May 31 10:00 am Patio Tropicals
The textures and colors of tender tropical plants add drama, glamour and
surprise to the summer garden from early summer until frost. Learn how
to effectively use them in the garden and in pots, and how to bring them
in for the winter
May 31 1:00 pm Perennials for Sun
Bewildered by the vast array of perennials? Learn to make choices so
you’ll have color from spring through fall, and get tips for planting,
dividing and winter care. Garden walk included.
JUNE
June 7 10:00 am Roses: Care and Feeding
Think growing beautiful roses is a challenge? Our teacher and
rose judge from the Milwaukee Rose Society will show you how easy it can
be. Learn great information on types of roses, choosing the right ones
for your needs, proper care, pruning and winter protection.
June 7 1:00 pm Peonies - Fragrant and
Flamboyant The scent and glamour of peonies is one of the
high points of the early summer garden. Discover why! Learn about
herbaceous peonies and tree peonies, different forms and colors, and
proper cultivation and care for these long-lived plants.
June 14 10:00 am Basic Landscape Design
Principles A repeat of the April class due to high demand.
Learn how well-designed landscapes result in functional outdoor living
spaces that add beauty and value. This class touches on basic design
principles, the sequence of analysis, and decisions that can take your
garden to a higher level - always fills!
June 14 1:00 pm Dazzling Daylilies
The many colors and forms of these versatile perennials have equally
varied uses in the landscape. Get tips and cultural advice from one of
our Perennial Specialists, and examine the wide variety of cultivars
Hawks carries in a Garden walk.
June 21 10:00 am Perennial Grasses
Add four-season interest to your landscape and learn how to
choose and care for the best grasses for your site. Hawks is well-known
regionally for our selection of perennial grasses - we carry over 50
varieties. Garden walk included.
June 21 1:00pm Going Native Hardy,
well-adapted and beautiful, native plants can be combined into lush
plant communities that reward your senses and attract wildlife. Learn to
choose the right plants to create specific “habitats.”
