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April Gardening Tips
The temperatures are rising, the birds are singing and the sun is shining- Spring is here! The weather, rather than the calendar, dictate when to start working in your garden.
April 1, 2024
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March Events
Start planning your garden now! English Gardens experts will share their tips and tricks in several free seminars, workshops and a kid’s club event held during March. The schedule includes:
- Saturday, March 3 from 1-2pm
Free Seminar: Top 50 Perennials
We’ll share our Top 50 perennials and advice on how to grow them with success. - Saturday, March 10 from 1-2pm
Free Seminar: Starting Seeds Indoors
March is the time to start seeds indoors! Our experts share tips on containers, soil and the best seed choices for indoor gardening. - Saturday, March 10 from 2:30-3:30pm
Kid’s Club: Planting Seeds
Free
Get your Super Sprout started on planting seeds and watching them grow. We’ll supply everything needed, plus a chart to track your seed’s progress as they sprout. Adult helper must attend with child. Advance registration required. Sign up in-store or online. - Thursday, March 15 from 7-8pm
Make It & Take It Workshop: Plant a Terrarium
Fee: $39.99, Value: $49.99
Build a uniquely shaped terrarium to display your succulents. Great for your home or office for a pop of color. Advance registration required. Sign up in-store or online. - Saturday, March 17 from 1-2pm
Free Seminar: Herb Gardening 101
Add flavor to your dishes with herbs from your kitchen garden. English Gardens experts share their tips for success. - Saturday and Sunday, March 24 and 25
Garden Party Weekend
Two days packed with informative gardening and decorating seminars! Come see what’s new for the season!
Topics include:
Lore and Lure of Plants: Growing Kids Into Gardeners
By Janet Macunovich, Garden Designer and WriterHow do we get kids interested in gardening? Janet will share products and activities for budding gardeners.It’s Garden Time
By Nancy Szerlag, Gardening Columnist for the Detroit NewsJoin Nancy as she shares her wealth of knowledge on this year’s hottest gardening trends!Container Gardening Made Easy
Add a splash of color to your porch or patio with a container garden. English Gardens experts share their tips for easy container gardening.Protect Your Beautiful Garden from Animal Damage
By Marilyn Cox, I Must Garden
Marilyn shares her tips to reduce nibbling and protect your garden from animal grazing.Gardening 101
English Gardens experts take it back to the basics with this comprehensive seminar on spring gardening.Grow Your Best Lawn
Maintaining a lush and healthy lawn starts with maintenance in the spring.All About Hydrangeas
Hydrangeas are the most popular flowering shrubs, but there are many varieties to choose from. We’ll give you an overview of the different varieties and help you select the best ones for your garden.Introduction to Vegetable Gardening
Grow, pick and eat vegetables from your own garden! We’ll share expert advice on starting your edible garden.Stop Browsing Deer & Rabbits from Destroying Your Landscape
By Julia Hofley, PlantskyddThey might be cute, but deer and rabbits can cause serious damage in your landscape. Julia explains how to successfully repel animal browsers. - Saturday, March 31 from 1-2pm
Free Seminar: Pruning Basics
Pruning promotes healthy plants, encourages new growth and helps maintain shape. Learn how, what and when to prune this season.
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