Not Hardy, Not a Problem: Tropical Container Gardening

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Not Hardy, Not a Problem: Tropical Container Gardening

Continuing Education

Dates & Price

As we all continue to work together to limit the spread of COVID-19, we have made the difficult decision to cancel the remaining spring classes and upcoming fall semester of Continuing Education classes slated to go on sale June 10.

Classes will resume in winter 2021.

Sunday, June 14, 2020
1:00–3:00 pm

Fee: $99

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Big, bold tropical foliage and flowers add splash to any container. Have fun planting exotic tropical treasures in a container of diverse and contrasting textures. Longwood’s East Conservatory Manager Karl Gercens covers techniques for planting, design combinations, and overwintering. Select, combine, and plant a variety of “hot” plants into a beautiful focal point to take home.

Bring gardening gloves if you care to use them.

Instructor

Karl Gercens

Where

Soil Shed

Please remember that many courses are extremely popular and will sell out quickly. Register now to begin your journey in lifelong learning at Longwood Gardens.

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