Wednesday, July 8, 7:00 PM,” Down & Dirty with Soil Amendments”

June 30, 2009

Presented by John Bolt, Gen Mgr, Rocky Top Resources Inc.

We gardeners can never learn enough about compost and soil amendments, and Rocky Top Resources Inc., a wood recycling facility and landscape supply yard, has mastered the art. Join us for a detailed explanation of the composting process and methods of composting. John Bolt will present the program on the many aspects of amending soils of our area, from a professional angle.

Free to all at the East Library, 5550 E. Union Blvd.


Wednesday, June 10: 7:00 PM, “Reducing Work in the Garden: Strategies and Tips”

June 2, 2009

Presented by Patsy Sullivan

Everyone has work to do in the garden for cleanup and maintenance, but there are questions you may want to consider: What circumstances or plants do you have that create more work for you? Are there products or methods that could save time and labor? come learn about ways to change your approach in order to reduce the time spent on maintenance and create more time for enjoying your beautiful garden.

Free to all at the East Library, 5550 E. Union Blvd.


Wednesday, May 13: 7:00 PM, “Unusual Plants to Consider for Your Landscape”

April 22, 2009

Presented by Scott Winter

Remember that line from the movie Little Shop of Horrors, “What is that strange and interesting plant??” Well Scott Winter will share some unusual, interesting (and xeric) favorite plants of his that just may deserve some space in your garden. As a bonus, all of the plants discussed will be available at the big HAS plant sale.

Free to all at the East Library, 5550 E. Union Blvd.


May 15-17: Gigantic Annual Plant Sale!

April 22, 2009

 

HAS plant sale

HAS plant sale

The popular plant sale features many native, xeric and heirloom plants that are hard to find anywhere else!

Friday and Saturday 9:00 to 5:00 and Sunday 10:00 to 4:00 at the
Demonstration Garden (Cache la Poudre and Glen Ave.). Everyone is welcome. Come shop from the hundreds of varieties of perennials, annuals and drought-hardy plants. Also for sale are many varieties of organic heirloom vegetables. We hope to see you there!


Wednesday, April 15: 7:00 PM, “Sustainable Landscaping”

April 14, 2009

Presented by Deb Carr

Free to all at the East Library, 5550 E. Union Blvd.


Thursday, March 12: 7:00 PM, “Shrubs for our Area”

March 10, 2009

Presented by Barb Colvin
Learn tips and secrets on how to select, plant and care for shrubs that are suited for the Pikes Peak region. If you ever have struggled with selecting the best shrub for your landscape you won’t want to miss this presentation.

Free to the all at the East Library, 5550 E. Union