Jack Alexander, Plant Propagator for the Arnold Arboretum, presents a single session class at the Dana Greenhouses in Jamaica Plain on Saturday, March 13, from 9 am – 1 pm. There’s nothing more satisfying to a gardener than growing plants from seeds. From annuals and perennials to trees and shrubs, success can be achieved if you understand what triggers germination. Expert propagator Jack Alexander will share techniques and tips for starting various types of plants from seeds. This workshop is for beginners and those who have been frustrated in past attempts to transform seed to seedling. Students will leave class with a selection of seeds raring to grow. Aftercare will be necessary. Fee $45 Arnold Arboretum member, $55 nonmember. To register, log on to www.arboretum.harvard.edu.
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Garden Club of the Back Bay Holiday Wreaths – Supporting Environmental Awareness
Part of the mission statement of The Garden Club of the Back Bay is to educate the public on horticultural and environmental issues. In furtherance of that mission, we organize an annual series of lectures and meetings with prominent speakers. Guests are welcome and encouraged to attend almost all meetings, which are listed on the Calendar page of this website (scroll down past the calendar grid for complete descriptions).  We love a theme, and this year we are exploring the topic of “The Ethical Gardener.” Should we garden organically? Should we design our gardens with native plantings? Should be buy food locally from the farmers markets or CSA’s? Do our floral centerpieces need to be made with imported tropical blooms with a high carbon footprint? What about saving the birds by drinking shade grown bird friendly coffee? So many issues, and not all of them are clear cut. Proceeds from our wreath sales help subsidize the contributions we make to the organizations (mostly not for profit) who provide the speakers for our programs. Please do plan a trip into the Back Bay on one of our meeting days, and know that all are welcome to join our Club. We have no geographic restrictions on membership! To order a wreath or poinsettia, click here.
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Saturday, September 12, 2 – 4 pm – Tea and Garden Tour
Join the folks from Russell’s Garden Center at the Damon-Kominz Garden in Weston for tea, a tour, and a talk! This charming and whimsical garden has been created by an avid gardener and her husband with a wonderfully eclectic collection of perennials, trees, and shrubs. Fred Dabney, from Quansett Nurseries, will discuss Fall Perennial Gardening at 2:30 p.m. while tea and scones are served. Fred will also be available for questions and suggestions regarding your garden. Please pre-register as this event is limited to 50 participants. $7.00 fee due at registration. Please call 508-358-2283. For more information, log on to www.russellsgardencenter.com .
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Saturday, June 20, 9 – 5 – Annual White Flower Farm Open House
For the past 56 years, White Flower Farm has been pleased to welcome old friends and new for iced tea and cucumber sandwiches on the lawn by their house. This informal tea party provides an opportunity for some garden chat, a leisurely view of the white border, and a cameo appearance by the pair of Shire horses used to mow grass. The date of the annual Open House this year is Saturday, June 20. The hosts for this gathering will include some or all of the owner’s children, and they are looking forward to meeting you. Service begins about 2:30, weather permitting, and continues until the grub runs out. The hat contest is in its second year. Last year some two-dozen ladies appeared in stylish sunbonnets and the winner, Ms. Donna Ferri, created a design that won our $100 gift certificate hands down.
The annual Open House coincides with a spring Tent Sale that will be held Friday and Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the store. Bring a friend and enjoy bargains on plants and garden accessories, as well as a stroll around the display gardens to see what we’ve been up to. New this year, you’ll find products from the Gardener’s Supply Company in Burlington, Vermont. For directions, log on to www.whiteflowerfarm.com.