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Never mind the vagaries of weather; treat your green thumb to a garden class

They may not have as many green things growing, but local garden centers aren't really dormant over the winter.
They may not have as many green things growing, but local garden centers aren't really dormant over the winter. They may not have as many green things growing, but local garden centers aren't really dormant over the winter.

By Lisa Denton 5 min read

If you go

› What: Miniature Garden Make & Take Workshops.› When: 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 13.› Where: The Barn Nursery, 1801 E. 24th St. Place.› Admission: $35; includes container, potting soil, charcoal, colorful stones, plants, figures and fairy dust.› Phone: 423-698-2276.› What: Kokedama Class.› When: 10 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 13.› Where: Signal Mountain Nursery, 1100 Hubbard Road, Signal Mountain.› Cost: $35; includes a take-home kokedama ball.› Phone: 423-886-3174.

Cold and wet. Mild and sunny.

A Chattanooga winter can be all of the above. Heck, a Chattanooga winter’s day can be all of the above.

So gardeners know to content themselves with other pursuits until spring brings more consistently pleasant temps.

And even if you can’t spend as much time as you’d like in the yard, you might have more gardening options than you think. They may not have as many green things growing, but local garden centers aren’t really dormant over the winter. Many offer classes in January, February and March that can help you hone your skills or find a hobby.