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Fairy Gardening
Fairy gardening is a huge trend, and is a fun and easy way to add a touch of whimsy to any space. You will create your own indoor fairy garden using a container, soil, miniature plants and accessories. Learn how to care for and prune your garden to keep your plants small. Class held at Mickman Brothers Garden Center in Ham Lake. Supply fee of $ 20 plus tax paid at class. Class fee: $ 19. w Apr 1 | 1- 3 pm | 1 Session Sa | Off-Site | AL077-3C64- S1 | Mickman Brothers Garden Center
NEW | Grow Your Own Mushrooms at Home
Growing your own mushrooms is easier than you think! Instructor, Ron Spinosa, will demonstrate two amazingly simple techniques; one using rolls of toilet paper and another using pelleted newspaper. Discover additional methods for growing other mushrooms, such as shiitakes, on logs. Leave class with an oyster mushroom spawn kit to bring home. Additional kits will be available for purchase. Class fee: $ 39. w May 10 | 7- 9 pm | 1 Session W | Roosevelt MS | AL077-3C65- S1 | Spinosa
Love Your Lawn-Fertilization, Pest Prevention and Planting
Learn how to make your lawn outshine others. Join instructor and industry expert, Tom Tidrick, in this informative class that will teach you general lawn and garden care. Topics include establishing a healthy lawn, pest control and proper selection of trees and shrubs for your space. Bring your questions and leave with the knowledge to make your lawn the best yet. Class fee: $ 29. w May 11 | 6- 8 pm | 1 Session Th | Staff Dev Ctr | AL077-3C67- S1 | Tidrick
NEW | native Bee Houses
Did you know there are approximately 400 bee species living in Minnesota? The vast majority are small, stingless, wild bees that are cavity nesting and play a crucial role in pollination. You will learn to build a native bee house that is sure to attract these amazing pollinators to your yard. Class held at Wargo Nature Center in Lino Lakes. Class fee: $ 29. w May 13 | 1- 3 pm | 1 Session Sa | Off-Site | AL077-3C61- S1 | Wargo Nature Center
NEW | Planting for Pollinators
Design a pollinator-friendly habitat that will provide food and shelter all season long. We will discuss gardening naturally using native and non-native plants that offer a variety of shapes and colors to attract butterflies, bees and other pollinators. Learn to limit pesticides and planting techniques that hold and support pollinator interest. Class fee: $ 29. w May 23 | 6:30- 8:30 pm | 1 Session T | Staff Dev Ctr | AL077-3C68- S1 | Tessman
Raised Bed and Container Gardening
With a few containers or raised beds, you can grow fresh vegetables and herbs even with limited space and sunlight. We will discuss container sizes, bed construction, soil preparation as well as plant varieties to consider. Come with a list of questions and leave with a plan for your dream garden. Class fee: $ 25.
w May 16 | 10 am- Noon | 1 Session T | Sandburg Edu Ctr | AL077-3C69- S1 | Tessman
w May 18 | 6:30- 8:30 pm | 1 Session Th | Northdale MS | AL077-3C69- S2 | Tessman
The Art of Bonsai
Explore the ancient art of bonsai – your own tree in miniature. This hands-on course will take away the mystique and show you how to create, maintain and shape your own tree. You’ ll be guided through the creation of your own bonsai tree in class. Instructor, Lionel Flood, is the past president of the Minnesota Bonsai Society. Supply fee of $ 35 paid to instructor at class. Class fee: $ 35. w May 18 & May 25 | 7- 9:30 pm | 2 Sessions Th | Champlin Park HS | AL077-3C72- S1 | Flood
NEW | Vermicomposting with Worms
Vermicomposting is an cost-effective way to help you reduce food waste year-round. Learn how to easily establish a compost bin in a limited space, how to obtain and maintain red wiggler worms indoors while keeping your compost bin odor-free. You will engage in building your own compost bin to take home! Worms are not provided, all other supplies are included. Class held at Wargo Nature Center in Lino Lakes. Class fee: $ 39. w Apr 8 | 1- 3 pm | 1 Session Sa | Off-Site | AL077-3C75- S1 | Wargo Nature Center
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