Classes are sponsored by the Minnesota State Horticultural Society, but are held at various locations, as noted. Enrollment is limited, and pre-registration is required. To register, call 651-643-3601 or 800-676-6747, ext 211.
Refunds will not be issued for nonattendance except by cancellation at least one week prior to class. MSHS requires a five-student minimum to hold a class. If a class is going to be cancelled, you will be notified three days prior to the class’s start date. Also, you will get a refund of the fee if MSHS cancels the class.
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july Classes
Create a Rustic Garden Mushroom
$42 Member, $52 nonmember
Tuesday, July 13 and Tuesday July 20 (2 session class), 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Location: Muriel Sahlin Arboretum, Roseville Central Park, 2525 North Dale St., Roseville.
Create a 12 -18" tall mushroom for your yard from concrete, with embellishments of moss and other natural elements like birch bark and sticks. You can pick up your creation after it has dried on Friday June 16th between 1 and 4 p.m.
Instructors: Sally Lehn and Charlie Johnson of "Garden Treasures". Together they have five years of experience teaching and creating all kinds of treasures for your garden.
Mickman Brothers, 14630 Highway 65, Ham Lake.
Grow With Kids Club - Kids are invited to create their own terrarium, which is a mini-ecosystem that provides the plants inside with the soil, air, and water they need to live and grow. Bring your imagination and curiosity, then prepare to get your hands dirty. All materials are supplied as well as lemonade and treats! Adult supervision required.
Instructor: Diane Lee designs for the wreath division at Mickman Brothers, as well as having her own decorating/special event business Creative EASE.
Location: MSHS classroom, 2705 Lincoln Drive, Roseville.
Use fresh flowers and rainbow floral foam mix and your own creativity to make an ice cream sundae arrangement to take home and enjoy. After making your flower arrangement, the class will enjoy real ice cream sundaes. Bring a friend and share the fun! Adult supervision required.
Instructor: Missy BonGiovanni with Payne's Wedding Flowers.
Location: Muriel Sahlin Arboretum, Roseville Central Park, 2525 North Dale St., Roseville.
You’re never too young to take an interest in nature and gardening. This class is geared for young minds ages 8 – 14. Learn about the trees, shrubs, perennials, and annuals in your yard. What plants will attract wild life? We will explore the grounds at the Muriel Sahlin Arboretum and study the different habitats for various desirable creatures from birds to butterflies.
Instructor: Patti Sullivan has a degree in Landscape Design and Construction from Hennepin Technical College and has been the Horticulture Technician at the Muriel Sahlin Arboretum for the past 8 years.
Zucchini & Summer Squash – Ways to Prepare, What to Pick
Free.
Saturday, July 24, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Minneapolis Farmers Market, 312 E. Lyndale Ave., Minneapolis.
Instructor: Marty Bergland is a lifelong gardener and Master Gardener in Wright County. She is owner of Heirloom House-MN and co-owner of Grow-Harvest-Eat.
Location: Harriet Alexander Nature Center, 2520 North Dale St., Roseville.
Made with Styrofoam, these troughs are lighter than concrete and undamaged by freezing. While the trough can be planted with any small annual or perennial, we will show you how to grow alpine plants in a trough. Bring gloves and dress for mess. Also, bring a wire brush and hot air gun if you have them. Class will be held in a classroom. Workshop fee includes all supplies and a few plants for your container.
Instructor: Rick Rodich holds a degree in horticulture, is an active member of the Rock Garden Society of Minnesota, and makes a variety of troughs.
