301 Pruning Basics Instructor Jim Kessler, retired State Forester and Master Gardener
When should I prune? How should I prune? Where should I prune? Why and why not prune? These and other pruning questions will be demonstrated on common trees, fruit trees, and shrubs. After you understand the basics of pruning you will be able to take your knowledge to most trees and shrubs for better growth, durability, and health. Directions will be emailed shortly before class. Class will be held rain or shine so dress appropriately! This class usually fills quickly so register early. The class limit is 20 students.
One Saturday, March 18th at 10:00 am
Location: TBD. Directions will be emailed or mailed to you.
Fee: $5.00
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302 Spring Garden Day Instructors, The Master Gardeners of Susquehanna County
Spring Garden Day features a variety of fun and educational gardening programs taught by Penn State Extension Susquehanna County Master Gardeners and other gardening experts!
Several classes throughout the day include ‘What’s Trending in the Garden’; ‘Gardening for Butterflies and Pollinators’; ‘Pennsylvania Bee Monitoring Program’; ‘Flower Arranging’ and an interactive Master Gardener question and answer panel! Demonstrations and displays will be on hand plus door prizes, and a silent auction to complete the day.
Morning refreshments and a delicious light lunch are included. Join the fun and ring in spring!
One Saturday, April 15 from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm
Location: The Montrose Bible Conference (Lake Ridge Center) at Conference Road, Montrose, PA 18801
Fee: $35.00
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303 Planting for Bees and Other Pollinators Instructors: Lori Voll-Wallace & Jim Perkins, Master Gardeners & Beekeeper
The decline in honeybee and other pollinator populations is in the news often these days, but what can I actually do to help? Learn how you can create an oasis for pollinators. Where, what, and how much to plant are some of the questions that will be answered in this presentation. After the class a short tour around a few demonstration gardens will occur weather permitting.
One Thursday, May 18 at 6:00pm
Location: Penn State Extension Office, 88 Chenango St., Montrose, PA
Fee: $5.00
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304 Invasive Plants Oh My! Instructor Robert Fearnley, plant enthusiast.
The list of invasive plants is long and it’s growing longer. Recently, two common landscaping plants have been named as invasive by the State of Pennsylvania.
The class will be held at Salt Springs State Park. We will meet at the carriage barn and then be prepared for a moderate walk around the park. Dress for the weather. The class limit is 15 students.
We will look at common non-native plants here in Susquehanna County and learn how to identify and manage these plants.
One Saturday, May 20 at 10:00 a.m.
Location: Salt Springs State Park, Carriage barn
Fee: $5.00
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305 Unusual Fruits You Can Grow Instructor Robert Fearnley, plant enthusiast.
If you are interested in growing uncommon small fruits, here’s an opportunity to tour a small collection of elderberries, gooseberries and currants. If our timing is right maybe even sampling a few of them. These varieties definitely should have a place in your garden. The class limit is 10 students.
One Saturday, July 22 at 10:00 am
Location: The address and directions will be sent to the attendees before class
Fee: $5.00