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Winter 2007 Cert Classes
2008 Certification Classes
Quail
Botanical Gardens is offering certification classes based upon the Gardens' marvelous plant collection. Upon completion of all sessions offered in a class, students will receive a Certificate of Accomplishment from Quail Botanical Gardens.
The Study of Edible Landscaping
Thursdays, February 7, 14, 21, 7 – 9 pm
Saturday, February 23, 9 am – 12 Noon
During the evening classes Pat Welsh will talk about growing great veggies the organic way and how to incorporate them into your landscape; Liz Woodward will address using herbs in the landscape; and Tom Del Hotal will talk about edible trees and shrubs. On Saturday the class will culminate with a tour of the Subtropical Fruit Garden by Tom Del Hotal and of the Herb Garden by Liz Woodward.
Landscape Design for a Southern California Garden
Thursdays, February 28, March 6, 13, 7 - 9pm
Saturday, March 15, 9 am - 12 Noon
With a shortage of water upon us, it is time to look at appropriate landscapes for Southern California. In this class, four instructors will share their expertise on "California Friendly" lanscaping. First, Kay Stewart, a landscape architect with several garden awards, will share how our regional native plants can bring spirit and vitality to low-water gardens. In the second class, Nan Sterman, author of California Gardener's Guide Volume II, will address sustainable landscaping. In the thrid class, Patrick Anderson, owner of a stunning succulent garden in Fallbrook, will talk about designing with succulents. The three-evening class will culminate with a Saturday morning tour of Quail Botanical Gardens with master designer Bill Teague, who will show you many of the plants discussed in the classes, and examples of how they can be used in the landcape.
Advance registration required. Please call 760/ 436-3036 x206.
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For more information, please call (760) 436-3036, Ext. 206 or e-mail: info@qbgardens.org
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a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization
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