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Green Thumb Gardening – Spring Series
Registration for spring 2025 coming soon
The Green Thumb Gardening Spring Series covers a variety of gardening topics from spring wildflowers to growing berries to creating a rain garden and more. The series provides in-depth and accessible information for everyone from novice to experienced gardeners.
Register for the complete live online class series at a discounted price, or for individual classes. In cases of financial need, a limited number of scholarships are available. Contact Lisa Johnson for questions.
Wisconsin Spring Wildflowers
This class will focus on spring ephemerals and non-ephemeral perennials in woodland settings, with a short foray into spring-blooming prairie forbs. Information about how these plants propagate and how they are used by pollinators will round out the class.
Rain Gardens and Native Plants
Learn the essentials of siting and constructing these eco-friendly gardens. You will see inspiring examples of planting plans and detailed plant lists tailored for both rain gardens and pollinator-friendly spaces. Whether you’re looking to manage storm water or attract beneficial insects, this class has everything you need to get started!
Perennials for Sun
This class will focus on the best perennials for sunny spots in your garden. We’ll guide you through the selection process, ensuring you choose plants that will thrive in full sun and mostly sunny areas. We will also cover the general care, propagation, and maintenance of these plants, including both native and non-native varieties.
Perennials for Shade
Learn about the best perennials for those tricky shady spots in your garden. We’ll help you select plants that flourish in both partly shaded and fully-shaded areas, and cover the general care, propagation, and maintenance of these resilient plants, including a variety of native and non-native options.
Strawberry, Raspberry, and Blueberry
We will dig into the essentials of planting, fertilizing, and pruning these three types of fruit crops. We’ll provide variety recommendations, tips for managing insects and diseases, and troubleshooting advice to ensure your berries thrive.