Wednesday, Nov 18, 7:00 p.m., Library Speaker Series

October 21, 2009

Come and get ideas for decorating your empty summer pots, planters, and urns for the holiday and winter seasons. You may be surprised at what you can do with dried, bleached, or dyed plant materials, evergreens, and found objects.

Presented by Annemarie Garza

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


November 6: 2009 Annual Members’ Meeting and Dinner

October 21, 2009

All HAS members are invited to the 2009 annual meeting and dinner on Friday, Nov 6 at the historic Patty Jewett Clubhouse (900 East Espanola St.).

5:30 p.m. – Social Hour and Silent Auction
7:00 p.m. – Dinner

Our guest speaker this year is noted gardener and garden writer Marcia Tatroe!

RSVP with your check for $25 per member to HAS, P.O. Box 7706, Colorado Springs, CO, 80933.


Wednesday, Oct 14, 7:00 p.m., “This Place is for the Birds”

September 11, 2009

Presented by Ron Perry, This Place is for the Birds

Ron Perry is a local independent seller of bird seed (and other fun bird and garden stuff). His shop is located on a unique historic property in central Colorado Springs with plenty of room for birds and gardens (and a wonderful big dog named Bella). He’ll share plenty of tips for feeding birds and will be happy to entertain any bird feeding questions you might have.

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


Wednesday, Sep 9, 7:00 PM, “Corral Bluffs”

September 1, 2009

Presented by Jackie Hilaire, Corral Bluffs Alliance (CoBA)

Corral Bluffs is an amazing area east of Colorado Springs with terrific views, lots of wildlife, and little development. In response to the 2008 threat to the area, the Corral Bluffs Alliance was formed with a mission to preserve as much of Corral Bluffs as possible. Jackie will talk about plans for Corral Bluffs and answer your questions.

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


Wednesday, Aug 12, 7:00 PM, “Down & Dirty with Soil Amendments”

June 30, 2009

**Rescheduled from July 9**

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