The North Fulton Master Gardeners are offering FREE workshops this fall. Classes include the topics of shade gardening, composting, and planting bulbs. They are listed below in order of occurrence, from September to October.
You must pre-register in order to attend — and you should do so now, because space is limited and the classes are expected to fill up to capacity.
For more information, view the press release.
Scroll down to find the topic you’re interested in, and then look for the date or location that works best for you.
Composting at Home
Compost consists of partially decomposed organic matter that is essential for healthy soil but is normally missing in our red clay. Learn how you can create your own compost from commonly available materials. This class will cover the major steps involved, required ingredients, hot vs cold composting, various methods you can use and additional considerations.
Three locations and three dates.
Sandy Springs
Date & time:
- Monday, October 7, 2019
7:00 to 8:30 p.m.
Location:
- Lost Corner Preserve Cottage
7300 Brandon Mill Rd
Sandy Springs, GA 30328
Roswell
Date & time:
- Tuesday, October 8, 2019
7 to 8:30 p.m.
Location:
- Bill Johnson Community Activity Building
Roswell Area Park
10495 Woodstock Rd.
Roswell, GA 30075
Registration info here. (Enter 52020 in the “program number” field and hit search. Then choose the garden class you’re interested in.)
Alpharetta
Date & time:
- Wednesday, October 9, 2019
7 to 8:30 p.m.
Location:
- Alpharetta Public Works Department
1790 Hembree Rd.
Alpharetta, GA
Registration through Eventbrite here.
All About Bulbs
November and December are the best times to plant daffodils in Georgia. The class will discuss bed preparation, the importance of drainage, planting, and maintenance. It will concentrate on daffodils, but will also cover other bulbs that should be planted in spring and summer for additional interest.
Two locations and two dates.
Sandy Springs
Date & time:
- Monday, October 14, 2019
7:00 to 8:30 p.m.
Location:
- Lost Corner Preserve Cottage
7300 Brandon Mill Rd
Sandy Springs, GA30328
Roswell
Date & time:
- Tuesday, October 15, 2019
7:00 to 8:30 p.m.
Location:
- Bill Johnson Community Activity Building
Roswell Area Park
10495 Woodstock Rd.
Roswell, GA 30075
Registration info here. (Enter 52020 in the “program number” field and hit search. Then choose the garden class you’re interested in.)
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