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- Saturday 18 Mar 2023
Saturday 18 Mar 2023
8:40 am – 9:40 am Session 1
1001 Painting Cement Mushrooms
Marilyn RuffRoom 118
This is just a fun thing to do … the adorable 4″-6″ handmade cement mushrooms will be already made & painted with a base coat of primer for you. Each participant will choose 2 mushrooms & paint them from an assortment of colors. All the paints & brushes will be provided. Just be sure to bring along a container such as an empty shoebox, etc. & some sheets of newspaper or other packing material to transport your mushrooms back home with you. This project is fast & easy & so much fun & everyone can do it !!!
1003 Cypripedium Orchids
Glen PaceRoom 221
There are more than 40 species of the treasured Lady Slipper Orchid and the average gardener can grow certain species of these beautiful plants with some basic soil amendments or with a sunken pot filled with the medium the plants require. The presentation covers what is growing at Pace Gardens and a glimpse of some of the hybrids being produced for garden culture as well as how to grow a hardy Cypripedium in a sunken pot.
1002 Hosta & Shady Friends
Bob IiamesRoom 115-117
This PowerPoint will guide you through the culture, care and many uses of hosta. We will spend most of our time seeing and discussing the many and varied plant friends that hang out with hosta. Some you may know but many will be new to you. Join me for an informative look at some new plant friends to introduce to your hosta garden.
1004 Hosta – 101
Fred AndersonRoom 302
This presentation is a thorough overview of being a Hosta collector based on years of experience. Come and learn the mistakes I have made to get this experience. Topics include identification, purchase considerations, where to plant, how to feed and handling pests and diseases that want to put a damper on your hobby.
1005 Jazzing Up The Garden
Don RawsonRoom 412
Is your garden looking tired and old? Is it rather dull and boring? Well then, it’s time to get out of the gardening rut and add some eye-popping street appeal to your landscape. This is a lighthearted (downright humorous!) presentation covering eight simple steps to spiff up your lawn and garden including the addition of garden art…all in order to make your gardening paradise unique, appealing, and memorable. Let’s jazz up the garden!
1006 Advanced Hosta Hybridizing
Bob SolbergRoom 417
What does the future of hosta hybridizing hold? What is the next hot trend? Are hosta flowers the next big thing? Are minis still exciting? Who will produce the plants?
1007 365 days of Bloom
Ronald SchilbAuditorium
I will provide temperate outdoor plant varieties that will provide 365 outdoor bloom for at least zone 5 and likely zone 4. I will talk about various plants that cover all seasons, not just winter.
1008 Go To Garden Tools
Mary AlbrechtRoom 221A
A refresher course on the use of tools and maintaining them. Class taught with a Powerpoint and a selection of tools for demonstration. Come with
questions.
1009 Running on Empty
Mary Lee MinorRoom 223A
When we think we have absolutely nothing in our gardens with which to design or are ‘running on empty’ we become resourceful. Floral design ideas will be presented applying the attributes of hosta foliage such as color and textural interest. I will demonstrate how to make three fresh designs from start to finish.
9:55 am – 10:55 am Session 2
2001 Painting Cement Mushrooms
Marilyn RuffRoom 118
This is just a fun thing to do … the adorable 4″-6″ handmade cement mushrooms will be already made & painted with a base coat of primer for you. Each participant will choose 2 mushrooms & paint them from an assortment of colors. All the paints & brushes will be provided. Just be sure to bring along a container such as an empty shoebox, etc. & some sheets of newspaper or other packing material to transport your mushrooms back home with you. This project is fast & easy & so much fun & everyone can do it!!!
2002 Cohesion vs Chaos
Bob IiamesRoom 115-117
Are you a plant nut like me? Do you love to buy hosta and plants in general? Do you get home and wonder, “How am I going to plant these so they don’t look like soldiers in a row? Join me for a look at some gardens and gardeners who have solved the collector’s garden dilemma. See how they have created a cohesive look in their gardens through the use of color, texture, shape and form. We will talk about how to put it all together so you CAN have one of everything and still have a beautiful and harmonious garden.
2003 Hellebores
Glen PaceAuditorium
There are more than 40 species of the treasured Lady Slipper Orchid and the average gardener can grow certain species of these beautiful plants with some basic soil amendments or with a sunken pot filled with the medium the plants require. The presentation covers what is growing at Pace Gardens and a glimpse of some of the hybrids being produced for garden culture as well as how to grow a hardy Cypripedium in a sunken pot.
2004 Benedict Garden
Esther BenedictRoom 223
Will cover specialized planting techniques for alpines, bog plants and crevice gardens. Also seed sowing and starting ferns from spores.
2005 Labelling your Collection
Fred AndersonRoom 302
When you have lots of similar plants, it is impossible to remember all the cultivars. Labelling your plants allows you to educate yourself of the names, makes it a lot more interesting when visitors tour your garden and marks your garden in the winter. Learn about some new stake options and the economical and permanent labelling system to give you the professional look.
2006 What’s New in Hostas
Don RawsonRoom 412
This presentation shows many of the newest hosta introductions on the market including those from both the United States and Europe. See the latest and greatest new cultivars which will get you excited and make your wish list even longer!
2007 Ground or Containers?
Bob SolbergRoom 417
In the ground or in pots, what is best for you, what is best for your hostas? We will discuss the pros and cons of both as well as share growing tips for success in both situations. Landscape solutions to upgrade your hosta garden.
2008 Make America Beautiful
Chas WagnerRoom 218
The class will give practical steps to beautify your town or city.
2009 Running on Empty
Mary Lee MinorRoom 223A
When we think we have absolutely nothing in our gardens with which to design or are ‘running on empty’ we become resourceful. Floral design ideas will be presented applying the attributes of hosta foliage such as color and textural interest. I will demonstrate how to make three fresh designs from start to finish.
11:10 am – 12:10 pm Session 3
3001 1st Lunch Period
Dining Commons
Sandwich Choices: Chicken Salad Croissant or BBQ Beef Sandwiches
Soup Choices: Broccoli Cheese or Garden Vegetable
Pasta Salad, relishes with dip, fresh fruit, tossed salad, cookies & brownies
Assorted canned pop, iced tea, table service
3002 Painting Cement Mushrooms
Marilyn RuffRoom 118
This is just a fun thing to do … the adorable 4″-6″ handmade cement mushrooms will be already made & painted with a base coat of primer for you. Each participant will choose 2 mushrooms & paint them from an assortment of colors. All the paints & brushes will be provided. Just be sure to bring along a container such as an empty shoebox, etc. & some sheets of newspaper or other packing material to transport your mushrooms back home with you. This project is fast & easy & so much fun & everyone can do it!!!
3003 Fostering the Unconventional
Glen PaceAuditorium
Cultivation of plants that are rare, unusual, and some that are beyond explanation. Pictorial guide from Pace Gardens of many types of decorative trees, shrubs, vines, and perennials and their most common means of propagation.
3004 The Race for Red
Doug BeilsteinRoom 221A
This course will review the history of red petioles and flowers and show their current status, plus who’s working on them Blushing in hosta will be examined with the latest results shown.
3005 Who’s your Mama
Donna McMillenRoom 216
A little bit of history and the “genealogy” as known (or at least suspected!) behind some of our favorite hostas. This will be a power point presentation with handouts.
3006 All About Hostas
Don RawsonRoom 412
This PowerPoint presentation covers much general information for the beginning and semi-advanced hosta gardener including a brief survey of hosta species, how to plant a hosta, fertilizer and mulch, watering techniques, and hosta problems such as slugs, deer, crown rot, hosta virus X and nematodes. Class notes are offered with the presentation.
12:25 pm – 1:25 pm Session 4
4001 2nd Lunch Period
Dining Commons
Sandwich Choices: Chicken Salad Croissant or BBQ Beef Sandwiches
Soup Choices: Broccoli Cheese or Garden Vegetable
Pasta Salad, relishes with dip, fresh fruit, tossed salad, cookies & brownies
Assorted canned pop, iced tea, table service
4002 Midwest Butterflies
Ruth BowellRoom 115-117
What do Midwest butterflies need, how do they use gardens, and how can you create a garden for their benefit? These questions (and more) will be answered along with several handouts so you can make 2023 your best butterfly season yet.
4003 Long & Winding Road
Sandra WilkinsRoom 223
We will look at seasons of life in a garden, the ever changing landscape…gradually and peacefully, with adjustments along the way. Then, in a moment the landscape is forever changed…and finding the long and winding road back.
4004 How to Compete
Beth VeldeyRoom 220
Anyone can enter a hosta show. Using slides and handouts, instructor will discuss how to select leaves and prepare containers, how to groom entries, what to do at the show, and discuss how entries are judged.
4005 Hydroponic Propagation
Lisa QuiggleRoom 412
Hydroponic propagators can be used to create multiple clones of a plant. It can also be used to rescue hostas that have lost most of their roots or have lost their roots during division. Propagators are also used to root hardwood cuttings of shrubs during the winter months. We will discuss available propagators, supplies, techniques and new methods. Learn how to make clones of your garden plants to create an impressive border or to quickly multiply a plant to increase your plants for hybridization.
4006 The Bald Eagle
Jon MinardRoom 221
This is a slideshow of the Bald Eagle and the story of how Ohio went from 4 nests in 1972 to 707 in 2021! We will see the steps taken by Federal and local governments to save the eagle for future generations.
1:40 pm – 2:40 pm Session 5
5001 Kokedama
Ruth BowellRoom 121
Kokedama moss balls or “string gardens” are a unique way to garden vertically.
Kokedama is a Japanese method of planting a houseplant in a self-contained moss ball planter that can be hung or displayed on a saucer. As you create your own Kokedama during this session, you will learn the process of correctly mixing soil, choosing plants, and wrapping your moss ball as well as at home care and maintenance. Best of all, your Kokedama will be ready to take home and enjoy.
5002 What’s Wrong With my Plant?
Dave & Leslie DannaherRoom 223A
Over the years we’ve received hundreds of emails about plants that just don’t look quite right to the only thing that’s left is a stick in the ground. Join us as we look at the pictures and information sent with them to see if you make the correct diagnosis!!!
5003 Hosta Companions
Tom RabungRoom 115-117
This lecture will feature a slide show of my favorite companion plants for hostas. We will discuss the general planting guidelines and growing requirements for the various perennials, shrubs and trees that make great companion plants in your hosta garden. Foliar nematodes and their host plants will also be discussed. I will also provide some planting/design options for difficult planting locations. A short question and answer period will follow the presentation. Resource material will be available.
5004 Daylilies
Dr. Charlie HarperRoom 218
Get the lowdown on one of the most underappreciated perennials you can bring into your garden. You’ll learn about the unique characteristics of daylilies with pointers on how to make them grow and flourish. We’ll take a look at the various flower forms and incredible array of colors and patterns. You’ll get to see the latest trends in hybridization and take a peek into the likely future of this essential perennial.
5005 How to Compete
Beth VeldeyRoom 220
Anyone can enter a hosta show. Using slides and handouts, instructor will discuss how to select leaves and prepare containers, how to groom entries, what to do at the show, and discuss how entries are judged.
5006 Tall Bearded Iris
Pam RawsonRoom 222
If you are looking for easy and carefree, an Iris bed is not for you. Pam has been growing Tall Bearded Iris for over 20 years. In this class, I will share basic Iris care, pests and diseases and will show you why all the work is worth the reward. This will be a PowerPoint presentation with class notes.
5007 Growing Calendar
Bob SolbergRoom 417
What do we do and when to make our hostas happy? Growing tips, buying tips, when to fertilize, irrigate and divide your hostas.
5008 Camellias – 101
Fred AndersonRoom 302
Camellias are known as the queen of the winter garden blooming from September through to May. Although hybridizers have come a long way with cold hardiness, this presentation is for participants in zone 6 & above. Come and learn all about growing this evergreen shrub in your garden and enjoy their wonderful blooms when everything else has gone sleep for the winter.
5009 Rhododendrons
Lisa QuiggleRoom 412
How many of us have said “Rhododendrons? I have the purple one and the red one.” Reconsider rhododendrons in your garden, just like hosta there are plenty of options. The American Rhododendron Society held their delayed 2020 convention in 2022 in the Pacific Northwest. The convention presented many plants of different sizes, colors, leaf shapes, and variegation. With proper siting many of these can be grown in our area. We will discuss the plants, gardens and suppliers to reconsider your use of rhododendrons in your landscape.
2:55 pm – 3:55 pm Session 6
6001 Who’s your Mama
Donna McMillenRoom 216
A little bit of history and the “genealogy” as known (or at least suspected!) behind some of our favorite hostas. This will be a power point presentation with handouts.
6002 CHAD, Disease
Dr. Charlie HarperRoom 218
Are you ready for some useful humor, built around some gardening tips? This class may be just the ticket. You’re going to learn about an affliction had by many gardeners, known by the acronym CHAD. You probably know someone who has this problem; they might really benefit from the knowledge you’ll be able to share after completing this class. You’re going to learn about some of the symptoms, including “Bed Creep,” the typical non-solution to the problem. Have I piqued your curiosity? Sign up, and all your questions will be answered!
6003 Pollinators
Tom RabungRoom 115-117
In the ground or in pots, what is best for you, what is best for your hostas? We will discuss the pros and cons of both as well as share growing tips for success in both situations. Landscape solutions to upgrade your hosta garden.This class will begin with an overview of the pollination process, types of pollinators and what we can do to improve the current state of pollinators. What is the difference between habitat and gardening when it comes to pollinators? Which annuals, perennials, trees and shrubs should be included in our gardens that will attract pollinators with their nectar or pollen rich flowers? How does garden design, site selection and bloom time cycles effect the attraction of pollinators? Is it better to plant natives or cultivars and what should garden maintenance and fall cleanup will also be addressed. A short question and answer period will follow the presentation. Resource materials will be provided.
6004 Cellphone Photography
Debbie Hurlbert-MinardAuditorium
With cell phone cameras being so good with photos more and more people are taking more photos with cell phones why not have fun with your phone and learn some tips how to improve these photos.
Everyone please bring a cell phone to class.
6005 The Race for Red
Doug BeilsteinRoom 221A
This course will review the history of red petioles and flowers and show their current status, plus who’s working on them Blushing in hosta will be examined with the latest results shown.
6006 Hungry Eyes
John SmeadRoom 220
Tips to help your hosta garden look more appealing to humans and less appealing to pests.
6007 Heronswood
Lisa QuiggleRoom 412
Heronswood Garden was established in 1987 and was the home of plant Explorer Dan Hinckley and his partner Robert Jones. The famous Heronswood Nursery was operated on the property. Heronswood was sold in 2000 to the Burpee company who soon after filed for bankruptcy and closed the garden. In 2012 the garden was purchased by the Port Gamble S’Klallam Tribe who have resurrected the garden. We will go on a tour of the garden which will provide many shade gardens design ideas along with uncommon plant selections. The gardens feature a very large table trough, a fernery and a formal bog garden. We will see plenty of ideas to incorporate in your garden design.
6008 FAQs
Bob SolbergRoom 417
A wide-ranging discussion of hosta topics from choosing the right fertilizer to defining hosta sizes and how long it takes to produce a new hosta. There will be time for your questions too. A little opinion, philosophy, and fact.
6009 Long & Winding Road
Sandra WilkinsRoom 223
We will look at seasons of life in a garden, the ever changing landscape…gradually and peacefully, with adjustments along the way. Then, in a moment the landscape is forever changed…and finding the long and winding road back.
6:30 pm – 8:00 pm Banquet
7001 Chicken Piccata
Dining Commons
7002 Pasta Primavera
Dining Commons
7003 Beef Stroganoff
Dining Commons
7004 Gluten-free Pasta Primavera
Dining Commons
7005 Companion Chicken Piccata
Dining Commons
7006 Companion Pasta Primavera
Dining Commons
7007 Companion Beef Stroganoff
Dining Commons
7008 Companion Gluten-free Pasta Primavera
Dining Commons