Signal Mountain Nursery has begun a series of Saturday classes that will help gardeners fill at least eight of the 53 days left until spring – if you’re counting down to that distant equinox.
This week’s class will focus on creating a woodland wreath using nature-inspired materials. Nursery manager Mark Bonastia says the workshop builds upon a grapevine vase using materials collected from the nursery and grounds.
“These may include lichen, bark, twigs, seed heads and pine cones, acorns, etc.,” he says. “You will learn how to combine these materials and have fun making something natural.”
Cost is $50, and all materials are provided for this take-home creation.
The workshop starts at 10 a.m. and will last about an hour. Most of the other upcoming workshops are on the same schedule, except Feb. 18, which has morning and afternoon events. Costs vary.
Signal Mountain Nursery is at 1100 Hubbard Road. For more information, call 423-886-3174 or visit www.signalmtnnursery.com.
Still to come
* Feb. 4 – 10 a.m. Terrariums as Art. Scale down the natural world in a living centerpiece. Bring your own container or shop the nursery’s selection. Cost depends on materials used.
* Feb. 11 – 10 a.m. Living Valentine Wreath. This workshop makes use of leftover wine corks and succulents. Cost: $19.99. Call for reservations.
* Feb. 18 – 10 a.m. Pruning With “The Ornamentor,” John Nessle. This certified master arborist will give tips for pruning trees and shrubs. Free. Limited to 30 people. Call for reservations.
2 p.m. Living Roof Fairy House and Garden. Learn how to create a mini succulent roofed house and miniature garden. Cost: $49.99 for both, $29.99 for garden only (includes container and soil; moss may be purchased separately).
* Feb. 25 – 10 a.m. Dividing Perennials. Learn how and when to divide perennials to increase your plants’ and garden’s vigor.
* March 4 – 10 a.m. Plant Anything Workshop. Bring in a container, and the staff will help you find creative ways to fill it. Cost: Depends on soil and plants chosen.
* March 11 – 10 a.m. Fairy Garden Workshop. Learn the basics of these miniature worlds. Cost: $29.99.
* April 1 – 10 a.m. Kokedama. Learn how to make these unusual planters, a form of bonsai that grows in a moss ball bound with string to become a structural art form. Cost: $34.99.