GARDEN SHOWS AND LECTURES

August 26 Gardening 101 - Part 3 of 4 (Planting)

Thursday, August 26, 1:00 pm
$15 members / $20 non-members
Love the idea of having a garden, but don’t know where to start? Let the Cheekwood Garden Staff help you cultivate a green thumb in this four-part seasonal workshop. Beginning with plant basics and covering topics such as planning, propagating, planting, and pruning– this class will teach you all you need to know to keep your garden looking great. 

Planting
Proper planting is the first step in establishing a successful garden. Learn how to prepare your site, select plants, and use specific planting techniques for perennials, ground covers, trees and shrubs. A portion of this workshop will take place in the garden, so please dress for the weather.  Click here to register.

September 22 Go Native!

Wednesday, September 22, 1:00 pm
$15 members / $20 non-members
Plants native to the middle Tennessee area thrive in Nashville and therefore need little water or fertilizers and a lot less maintenance. Discover the many advantages of planting with natives, determine the best native plants for your fall landscape, and learn environmentally sensitive tips on growing and maintaining these useful plants. Lend Mother Nature a hand and bring the natives back to your neighborhood!  Click here to register.