Wheelbarrow Series

Thursday May 13th 10:00 AM Hummingbird Gardening

Seeing hummingbirds in your garden is a special treat! Most gardeners enjoy watching this tiniest of birds interact either on feeders or on actual flowers. If you like to watch these little hummers join us to learn how to create a garden paradise for our tiny feathered friends. We will look into plant selection, feeder selection, and how to modify your garden to meet all of your hummingbirds needs. Register by May 1st. Free!!!

Thursday May 20th at 10:00 AM Gourmet Herbs

In this class we will take a look at growing herbs to flavor your favorite dishes. Learn how to grow, use, and store herbs for use in the kitchen year round. Each participant will also take home a variety of small herb plants to start your own culinary herb garden! Supply charge $10.00. Register by May 1st.

Thursday May 27th at 10:00 AM Hydrangeas for Kentucky Gardens

Hydrangeas as a plant family have undergone a renaissance so to speak in the last several years with multiple breeding programs ongoing across the country. We will look into how to select and grow the right cultivars for your needs. Believe it or not as a group depending on variety and type selection you can have hydrangeas growing in full sun, part sun, and dappled shade with blooms from early spring to early fall! Register by May 1st. Free!

Thursday June 3rd at 10:00 AM Gorgeous Gladiolus

Gladiolus is one of the easiest cut flowers to grow in Kentucky. They produce gorgeous spikes of blooms in a multitude of colors that last for quite a long time when cut and brought indoors. We will discuss cultivar selection, culture, history, planting to extend the season, and how to overwinter your bulbs for a beautiful display year after year. Each participant will receive several varieties of gladiolus to try at home. Supply fee $10.00, register by May 15th.

Thursday June 10th at 10:00 AM Fabulous Ferns for Indoors or Out

These ferns aren’t hardy but they are easy to grow and can make even the drabbest porch or shady area come alive. They can be used as houseplants in the winter and then taken outdoors to transform any shady area into a tropical oasis. We will discuss variety selection, cultural requirements, and general fern care. Each participant will receive plants. Register by May 15th. Limit 40. FREE!!!