Join the Wayland Farmers Market at Russell’s Garden Center, 397 Boston Post Road, on January 18 from 10:30 – 3:00 pm. A list of the over 55 vendors may be seen at https://www.russellsgc.com/farmfiber
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Saturday, April 6, 3:30 pm – A Celebration of David Austin Roses and Afternoon Tea
Are you a rose enthusiast? A newcomer to the world of roses? Or perhaps you’re a fan of Downton Abbey and all things British? Come to Russell’s Garden Center, 397 Boston Post Road, Wayland, on Saturday April 6th to join in a celebration of these finest of British institutions: English Roses and Afternoon Tea.
At 3:30 (before the rose presentation) enjoy a Tea hosted and poured by Gay Hughes from GayGrace Teas. Gay is passionate about tea and has created the Traveling Tea Shoppe. She offers over 30 premium quality loose teas from around the world. Delight in the discovery of new and well -established premium teas along with advice on brewing the perfect “cuppaâ€. Sit back, sip your tea and envision yourself in an English garden! Whether you identify more strongly with the aristocracy or the serving staff is up to you.
The fee is $6.00 per person. Seating is limited and pre-registration is strongly recommended.While there is a fee for the Tea, the English rose portion of this event is free and open to all. At 4:30 pm, representatives of David Austin English Roses will give a special informative presentation. David Austin’s English roses have been bred to combine the fragrance, form and character reminiscent of the traditional English cottage garden. David Austin, himself, has spent some 60 years developing roses which incorporate the form, beauty and fragrance of Old roses, while being sustainable and flowering repeatedly throughout the summer. Learn about the David Austin breeding program and the beautiful roses it has produced; discover their uses and swoon over the images of the many varieties which will be available at Russell’s this spring. Just imagine how they will look in your own garden as you admire them while sipping tea.
Reservations may be made by email or telephone to: 508-358-2283 ext. 451 OR suzys@russellsgardencenter.com.
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Tuesdays & Wednesdays, November 27 – 28, and December 4 – 5, 10:00 am – 12:00 noon – Holiday Wreath Decorating Workshops
Join Russell’s Garden Center’s custom wreath designers and have fun creating your own holiday wreath. Buy a fresh or artificial wreath and decorations of your choice here at Russell’s, and the Wreath Design staff will share their knowledge and techniques to help you put together your own one-of-a-kind door decoration. Expert advice, workspace, coffee, and snacks provided, free! Russell’s is located at 397 Boston Post Road in Wayland, and you may find directions on their website, www.russellsgardencenter.com. Naturally, we still recommend you purchase your wreath from The Garden Club of the Back Bay (one of our fully decorated wreaths is pictured below), but if that isn’t possible, Russell’s can be a good alternative, especially if you miss our November 29 deadline for ordering fully decorated wreaths. See https://bostonflora.com/products-page/ to order.
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Saturday, March 24, 11:00 am – Pruning Essentials
Russell’s Garden Center, 397 Boston Post Road in Wayland, is holding a free workshop on Saturday, March 24, beginning at 11 am, on Pruning Essentials. Proper pruning enhances flower production and the overall health and beauty of woody plants. Now is a perfect time of year to get started! Participants will learn when to prune, how to decide what to remove, and how to make proper cuts. There will be an indoor session followed by a demonstration using existing specimens in the landscape at Russell’s. Bring your questions!
This workshop will be led by Julie Thornton, a Master Gardener and pruning professional. For more information and directions, visit www.russellsgardencenter.com.
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Saturdays through March 10, 10:00 am – 2:00 pm – Wayland Winter Farmers’ Market
What will you find at the indoor farmers’ market? Local farmers grow root crops during the summer, and these can be stored and sold during the winter months. High tunnels and greenhouses make it possible for farmers to provide greens and herbs year round. Additional farm items include meat (beef, chicken, pork & lamb), mushrooms, cheese, eggs, maple products, honey, cornmeal, yarn and other farm fiber goods. The market will also host specialty food vendors selling locally produced pasta, jams, salsa, pickles, granola, gelato, hummus, coffee, hot cocoa, baked goods, root beer, salts & sugars, nuts, sauces & marinades, all-natural dog treats. Seating is available in our lush greenhouse to enjoy gourmet breakfast and lunch. Special events this year include Farm Fiber Days (formerly known as Wool Days) on Saturday 21, and on Saturday, January 28 the second annual Massachusetts Farm Wineries Day, with eight wineries offering samples of their wine. For a complete list of participating farms, visit http://www.russellsgardencenter.com/wayland_winter_mkt.html.
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Saturday and Sunday, March 5 & 6, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm – Annual Winter Garden Fair
Come to Russell’s Garden Center, 397 Boston Post Road in Wayland, on Saturday and Sunday, March 5 and 6, from 10 – 4 each day, for a dose of spring. Get rid of your winter blahs with views of exotic birds, tasty Farmers’ Market treats, informational booths, and more. Planning is still underway, but log on to www.russellsgardencenter.com for details and directions. Photo by Jenn Forman Orth.
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Sunday, November 7, 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm – Annual Holiday Special with Laura Carlo
Russell’s Garden Center, 397 Boston Post Road in Wayland, will host its 21st Annual Holiday Decor Presentation on Sunday, November 7, from 1 – 4 pm. Laura Carlo, popular host on WGBH Classical radio 99.5 will be on hand for this festive afternoon of music, food sampling, and an in-person demonstration of beautiful holiday decorations crafted by Laura herself, with the help of Russell’s designers. There is no fee for this event. For directions and more information, log on to www.russellsgardencenter.com, or call 508-358-2283.
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Saturday, May 22, 10:30 am – Vegetable Gardening
Join Russell’s Garden Center’s vegetable gardeners for tips on caring for your vegetable plants over the summer. On Saturday, May 22 at 10:30 am, find out how to fertilize and water, stake and harvest your crops. All questions welcome, and the advice session is free. For directions, call 508-358-2283, or log on to www.russellsgardencenter.com. Russell’s is located at 397 Boston Post Road in Wayland.
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Saturday, May 1, 10:30 am – Culinary Herbs
The Russell’s Garden Center Herb Ladies will talk about growing and cooking with culinary herbs. Bring in your favorite herbal recipes and traditions to share with everyone. Admission free. For more information and directions to Russell’s Garden Center, 397 Boston Post Road, Wayland, log on to www.russellsgardencenter.com, or call 508-358-2283.
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Saturday, October 18, 2:00 pm – Who’s Watching You?
Come to Russells Garden Center in Wayland on Saturday, October 18, beginning at 2 pm, for an up-close encounter with live owls! Presentation by Naturalist Marcia Wilson of Eyes on Owls and hosted at Russell’s as part of its Bird Lovers’ Weekend (October 17 and 18, 11 – 4). The program includes a slide show and is a wonderfully interactive and entertaining way to learn about these secretive birds. Bring your camera!
Adults $8.00, Children (4-14) $5.00. Seating is limited to 60. Pre-registration is strongly recommended. Please call 508-358-2283. For directions to Russell’s, and for more information on Bird Lovers’ Weekend activities, log on to www.russellsgardencenter.com.
