Gardening 101: Beginning Gardening Series
April 17 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
About the Series
Interested in Gardening but don’t know where to start? Have you tried a few times with no success? This series is for you! Instructor Rebecca Turk will cover all of the basics including light exposure, bed preparation, plant selection, soil quality, watering, tool selection, and tips/tricks to yield better results. This series will include both lecture and hands-on demonstrations so all attendees should come dressed for the outdoors. At the end of the class, attendees will take home seeds to kick-start a home garden!
This three-part series is designed for beginners looking to build a strong gardening foundation. The cost includes registration for all three sessions in the series, ensuring participants gain the most from this hands-on learning experience. 🌿✨
Capacity is limited, so reserve your spot today!
Dates: April 17, 24 and May 1 @ 6:00-7:30 pm
Additional Information
This class will take place in person at the Huntsville Botanical Garden. Attendees will receive an email prior to the first class with the meeting location. The class will begin promptly at 6:00pm., so please arrive at the Garden 10 minutes early to allow time to travel to the class location.
Pricing
Members: $90
Non-Members: $160
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Registration includes all three sessions in the Gardening 101 series.
About Your Instructor:
Rebecca Turk holds a Master of Science degree in Horticulture from North Carolina State University and a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture from Stephen F. Austin State University. She discovered her passion for public horticulture and teaching through her mom and her various employments at the SFA Mast Arboretum, “Nacogdoches Naturally” Education Program, Missouri Botanical Garden, JC Raulston Arboretum, and Moore Farms Botanical Garden. At the Huntsville Botanical Garden, she serves as the Director of Learning and Public Engagement. She has a strong passion for educating the community, leadership, public horticulture, and sharing her love for the outdoors while teaching. She and her husband Christopher love their shared interest of horticulture and enjoy every moment outside with their sweet daughters Emilia and Ila.
