Sunday March 10th from 1pm-3pm $20 Instructor: Miles Smart
In this workshop we will go over the basics of how to prune an established fruit tree. We will cover how to keep a tree in a shape that is conducive to easy picking, discuss espalier pruning, how to spot disease, and the pruning method ‘spur pruning’.
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Saturday April 27th from 10:00am-4:00pm $52 for individuals or $80 for two people of the same household Instructor: Jen
This intensive, hands on workshop will take participants through the process of establishing a productive food garden including site selection, layout, soil and bed preparation, crop planning, planting, crop rotation, irrigation, required tools/equipment and maintenance. From backyards, front yards, to small balconies, we will send you home with a plan and the knowledge for success. It also includes an introduction to weeds and pests. Please bring a bagged lunch, gardening gloves and lots of questions! Tea, coffee and water provided.
TWO WAYS TO REGISTER:
Call 604 266 1397 or Register Online
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Join Steve Whysall at the BC Home and Garden Show on Feb 23rd for an intimate discussion with Jordan Mcdonald about the story of how KJM Country/Urban Gardens got started. They will also be having a discussion directed towards new gardeners and all the exciting possibilities!!
check their website for info on tickets: http://www.bchomeandgardenshow.com
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Sunday, February 19th 1pm-3pm $20 Instructor: Julia Smith
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February 26th from 1pm-3pm $30 Instructor: Emi Do
We have carefully selected some of our favorite varieties of Hellebores from local growers. They have just arrived and are all in bloom now, which is the perfect time to see which one would fit best into your garden.
Come and talk to our friendly knowledgable staff about this incredible plant. Perfect for any garden or container.
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Sunday April 29th from 1pm-2:30pm $15 Instructor: Jordan and Robin
Ever thought of changing your front lawn to something more exciting or perhaps lower maintenance? Chafer Beetle getting you down? Join Jordan and Robin for a plethora of ideas on turf alternative groundcovers for any situation, as well as which edibles and ornamentals will make for the most attractive front garden.
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Tuesday May 29th from 6pm-8pm $20 Instructor: Julia Smith
Focussing on food gardens, we’ll discuss integrated pest management, or IPM, plans for the control of pests and weeds using all-natural methods. Companion planting and predatory insects will be introduced as well as tools, techniques and products that can help give you a leg up in the ongoing battle.
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Saturday July 8th from 1pm-2:30 $15 Instructor: Egan Davis
We are so excited to have Egan Davis visiting us from VanDusen Gardens to lead this lecture. If you haven’t been to a talk with this guy before, you are in for a treat! Egan will take you on an extremely informative and entertaining journey where you will discover history, stories, and identification of unique and beloved conifers and evergreens that you most likely have never seen or heard of before. He will also discuss how to use these plants effectively in your garden and care for them.
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