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July Seminars & Workshops at English Gardens
There are many fun activities for you and your family this July! English Gardens will host weekly gardening seminars and workshops throughout the month.
The schedule includes:
Make It & Take It Workshop: Succulent in Glass Bowl
Thursday, July 7, 7:00 p.m.
All Six Locations.
Fee: $29.99 Value: $59.99
Advance registration required. Sign up in-store or online. We provide all the materials and inspiration for you to create your own to take home. Plants and containers may vary. Sign up online for this workshop.
Free In-store Seminar: What’s Bugging You? Solutions to Common Pests
Saturday, July 9, 10:00 a.m.
All Six Locations.
Learn about some of the more common problems you’ll encounter during the gardening season, and solutions for keeping them away.
Make It & Take It Workshop: Mosquito-Repelling Container Garden
Saturday, July 9, 11:30 a.m.
All Stores.
Advance registration required. Sign up in-store or online. We provide all the materials and inspiration for you to create your own to take home. Plants and containers may vary. Sign up online for this workshop.
Make It & Take It Kids Workshop: Garden Markers
Tuesday, July 12, 10:00 a.m.
All Stores.
Fee: $5
Advance registration required. Adult helper must attend with child. Sign up in-store or online. We provide all the materials and inspiration for you to create your own to take home. Plants and containers may vary. Sign up online for this workshop.
Make It & Take It Workshop: Air Plant Wreath
Thursday, July 14, 7:00 p.m.
All Six Locations.
Fee: $69.99 Value: $139.99
Advance registration required. Sign up in-store or online. We provide all the materials and inspiration for you to create your own to take home. Plants and containers may vary. Sign up online for this workshop.
Free In-store Seminar: Hydrangeas 101
Saturday, July 16, 10:00 a.m.
All Stores.
There are more than 100 varieties of hydrangeas available. How do you pick the ones best for your garden? We’ll discuss the four main categories of hydrangeas, including those most popular and best suited for this area. Plus, provide tips on care.
Free In-store Seminar: Deer Proofing Your Garden
Saturday, July 19, 7:00-8:00 p.m.
English Gardens Royal Oak Store
Is your carefully crafted garden becoming a deer buffet? Save your plants and your wallet by learning how to make smart gardening choices that will send deer on their way. Topics, presented by an English Gardens expert, will include deer resistant plants, deer repellents and garden fencing.
Make It & Take It Workshop: Fairy Garden
Thursday, July 21, 7:00 p.m.
All Six Locations.
Fee: $34.99 Value: $64.99
Advance registration required. Sign up in-store or online. We provide all the materials and inspiration for you to create your own to take home. Plants and containers may vary. Sign up online for this workshop.
Free In-store Seminar: Landscape Design Trends that Increase Your Home’s Value
Saturday, July 23, 10:00 a.m.
All Stores.
Landscaping is one home improvement that adds value to your home and can increase as the plants mature. We’ll share the latest trends and tips to start you in the right direction.
Make It & Take It Kids Workshop: Paint & Plant a Pot
Tuesday, July 26, 10:00 a.m.
All Stores.
Fee: $10
Advance registration required. Adult helper must attend with child. Sign up in-store or online. We provide all the materials and inspiration for you to create your own to take home. Plants and containers may vary. Sign up online for this workshop.
Free In-store Seminar: Perennial Gardening 101
Saturday, July 30, 10:00 a.m.
All Stores.
Bring color and texture to your garden year after year. We’ll share our list of best garden performers, plus provide tips on selection and care.
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