Sunday, July 17, 2011

Take a Class, Make an Arrangement

There are always classes and interesting talks at both the Botanical Gardens and Sarah P Duke Gardens
I will try to remember to mention something every month about both places.


Controlling Exotic Invasive Plants
Date: Saturday, July 23 Time: 10 am - 12 pm
Instructor: Michael Kunz, NCBG Conservation Ecologist
This workshop targets the home land owner, and will be useful for home gardeners and land managers as well. Through classroom and field demonstrations, participants learn the tools and methods needed to effectively remove invasive plants. Students explore different techniques specific to particular situations and invasive species. Involves some walking outdoors on uneven terrain. Fee: $30 ($25 NCBG members)
FLORAL STUDIO
Theo Roddy, presenter, Sarah P. Duke Gardens
Set your own schedule! Sign up for one, two, three, or all four studios to continue working with Theo. Bring your own flowers and container and design a wonderful display for that special place at your home with Theo’s guidance.
Fridays, July 22, Aug. 19, Sept. 16, Oct. 21, 10 am.-noon Location: Doris Duke Center
Participant Limit: 15
Fee: $30; Friends $25. Register for two or three sessions, $25/$20 per session. Register for all four, $20/ $16.

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