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April 2010
Most classes are one hour long. Unless otherwise noted, all classes are free and are taught by Portland Nursery staff. Classes do fill up. Please pre-registerby clicking the link after each class.
Download a list of all our spring classes for 5050 SE Stark
Download a list of all our spring classes for 9000 SE Division
Vegetable Garden Layout
Learn how to design a beautiful and productive vegetable garden. Jen Aron will share planting and design ideas for aesthetic edible gardens and teach us how to maximize garden space by utilizing succession, crop rotation, and timing techniques. To learn more about Jen, visit www.peacefulgardensportland.com
9000 SE DIVISION • Saturday • April 3 • 11:00 am
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Introduction to Hardscaping
Learn how to properly install beautiful paths and patios to create lasting and unique spaces in your garden. This class will cover the complete process including site prep, excavation, laying the proper base, selecting material, and installation. Through video demonstration, lecture, and hands-on participation you will learn how to install crushed gravel paths/patios, pavers (all kinds), and natural stone (sand-set and mortared). This class will not cover walls, but I am happy to answer any questions you may have. Hands-on demonstration will take place outside (rain or shine).
Participants will need: eye protection, hearing protection, gloves, knee pads (if desired), and sturdy shoes.
For more information about David and to see other landscape installations visit www.structurelandscpesNW.com or contact him at david@structurelandscapesNW.com9000 SE DIVISION • Saturday • April 3 • 1:00pm
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Ecoroofs!
Join us for an informational talk on ecoroofs in Portland. Presentation includes a slideshow of local examples and an explanation of the tools and resources available to property owners interested in having an ecoroof of their own. Matt Burlin is the Outreach Coordinator for the City of Portland’s Bureau of Environmental Service’s (BES) Sustainable Stormwater Program.
9000 SE DIVISION • Sunday • April 4 • 1:00pm
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Mushroom Growing
Oregon Mycological Society members, Ed and Tony, will visit us with information on growing mushrooms at home. Mushroom blocks/bags and plug spawns will be available for sale day of class. Pre-order or purchase day of class, by contacting Tony at thefungi@comcast.net or 360-576-8520.
Plug spawn available for Oyster, Shiitake, Hericium erinaceus, and Reishi. Bag of @ 100 plugs for $10.00 Some blocks available of Oyster, Hericium erinaceus, and hopefully Shiitake.
Ready to grow blocks, $20.00 each.
9000 SE DIVISION • Saturday • April 10 • 10:00am
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Organic Solutions for Vegetable Garden
Speaker: Jenny Adams. Learn practices for preventing and dealing with problems that arise in the Vegetable Garden. Tips on organically controlling common pests on your favorite vegetable plants along with some basics on proper care will be covered.
9000 SE DIVISION • Saturday • April 11 • 11:00am
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Grow your own organic Veggies
Grow your own organic vegetables with Portland Metro natural gardening staff. Learn tips and tricks on how to get started growing your own vegetables organically.
5050 SE STARK • Sunday • April 11, 2010 • 1:00pm
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Intro to Small Fruits
Speaker: Bradley Weeks.
Come learn about small fruit selection, care and maintenance. Brad will cover the basics of small fruits in 15-20 minute segments. Sit in for just one or all of the topics!
11am-Blueberries 11:30-Brambles (Raspberries & Blackberries)
12-Strawberries 12:30-Grapes 1-Kiwis.
9000 SE DIVISION • Saturday • April 17 • 11:00am
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Timely tips for vegetable planting
Timely tips for vegetable planting with Tracy of Westwind Gardens. Tracy will talk about what vegetables are best planted in April and early May.
5050 SE STARK • Sunday • April 18, 2010 • 1:00pm
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Naturescaping with: East Mult. Soil & Water Conservation District
This workshop introduces the concept of naturescaping. We also explore time and maintenance savings, reduction/elimination of water and chemical use, increasing and improving wildlife habitat, watershed stewardship, basic site or project planning and many other great gardening tips.
Workshop participants get to view before and after naturescaping examples, take a field trip to a nearby project, get advice on landscape design and native gardening, network with neighbors, and identify native plants. Every participant receives a comprehensive workbook and a native plant to help them get started.
Even if you discover that you will need the help of a landscaper or designer with your project, you'll have the framework to make decisions and communicate your desires to your contractor.
Register at EMSWCD: http://emswcd.org/workshops-events
9000 SE DIVISION • Sunday • April 18 • 1:00-5:00pm
Build Your Own Willow Furniture
If you love the look of willow furniture, why not make your own? Brian Phillips, aka ‘The Twig man’, will take you through a step-by-step process allowing your creative juices to flow into a work that is unique to you! Choose to build your own rustic garden bench, chair, table, fern stand or trellis. All materials supplied, bring hammer, sack lunch, and knee pads.
$125 material fee / item. Paid day of class. Class partners can share fee and build one piece between them. Tell us which of the six possible items you’d like to build when registering. View choices at cash register or online at www.willowstation.com under the ‘classes’ link.
9000 SE DIVISION • Saturday • April 24 • 10:00-4:00pm
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9000 SE DIVISION • Saturday • June 12 • 11:00-5:00pm
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Rainwater Harvesting
Speaker: Brad Crowley. Brad Crowley, from Harvest the Sky, will demonstrate how to make your own rainbarrel and share information about larger rainwater systems.
9000 SE DIVISION • Sunday • April 25 • 1:00pm
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Vegetable starts
PLANNING YOUR GARDEN
Plan your vegetable garden with classes at both our locations. See our newly organized Vegetable Page for information on care and planting a variety of vegetables.
Be sure to refer to our Vegetable Planting Calendar. It will get you started on a great year-round garden!
See our vegetable brochures below for tips on growing vegetables.
- Edible Plants in Containers
- Herbs for the Teapot
- Potato Table
- Tomato Tips
- Vegetable Calendar
- Garlic Varieties
Take a look at our Winter Vegetable brochure for more information and visit either of our locations for some season extending supplies.
Another helpful link from the Oregon State University Extension:
Fall and Winter Gardening in the Pacific Northwest
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