During this hands on demonstration at Long Hill in Beverly, Massachusetts on Tuesday, March 9 beginning at 6 pm, organic landscaper Javier Gil will teach the fundamentals of compost, soil microbiology, and why compost tea is the hottest new trend in gardening. Compost tea is used to promote beneficial bacteria, add nutrients to the soil, suppress disease and fungi, and increase overall health in plants. Javier will demonstrate how to make your own compost tea at home with a few simple supplies. Sponsored by the Trustees of Reservations, the fee is $8 for TTOR members, $10 for non members. Call 978-921-1944, x 4018 to register, or email bzschau@ttor.org. Driving directions may be found at www.ttor.org.
Tag: Beverly Massachusetts
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Saturday, November 7, 10 am – 12 noon – Deer Resistant Plants, Winter Garden Protection, and Plants for Winter Interest
Join The Trustees of Reservations at the Long Hill Horticulture Center in Beverly, Massachusetts for this special workshop on Saturday, November 7, from 10:00 am to noon.
The horticulture staff will lead a walk through the Sedgwick gardens followed by an indoor presentation to inspire all gardeners before the snow starts to fly. They will demonstrate methods for protecting deer favorites, show you deer resistant shrubs, and give you the best tips on winterizing your garden. The presentation will inspire you with beautiful winter gardens and remind you that you can have something blooming every month of the year, as they do in the Sedgwick Gardens. Please pre-register. Trustees members $15, non-members $20. Call 978-921-1944, x 4018, or email bzschau@ttor.org for directions and registration.
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Tuesday, October 13, 6:30 – 8:30 pm – Covering Up With Native Vines
Join the Trustees of Reservations and the New England Wild Flower Society at Long Hill, in Beverly, Massachusetts, on Tuesday, October 13, from 6:30 – 8:30 pm, for this fascinating workshop with Laura Eisner. Too often the vertical space in the garden is overlooked and underutilized. Why not expand your garden palette and use colorful vines to fill these spaces? This class will explore some of the hardy vines available in the trade, including many native species that attract wildlife and provide texture to the landscape. Information on growing techniques, types of trellises to use, and sources for vines will be provided, as will handouts. Below is a picture of a Louisiana native wisteria. Pre-registration required. Phone 978-921-1944, or email needucation@ttor.org. Log on to www.thetrustees.org for directions.
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Tuesday, September 15, 6:30 – 8:30 pm – Design a Native Mixed-Border Garden
The Trustees of Reservations is sponsoring an illustrated lecture and workshop at Long Hill Horticultural Center in Beverly, Massachusetts on Tuesday, September 15, from 6:30 – 8:30 pm. You’ll learn how to artfully combine shrubs and small trees with a selection of perennial and annual herbaceous plants, and to create a border garden with four seasons of beauty. Horticulturist and landscape designer Laura Eisner will illustrate basic design principles you can apply to planning and planting a mixed border of any size and shape. Also covered will be a range of native North American plants that thrive in borders. Along with plant attributes and drawbacks, Laura will talk about those difficult areas where your plants never seem to thrive and she will discuss which plants will do well there. Co-sponsored with the New England Wild Flower Society. Members of the Trusees or NEWFS $25, nonmembers $30. Registration required. Contact bzschau@ttor.org. Log on to www.thetrustees.org for directions.
