In this introductory-level gardening class at The Morton Arboretum, learn the basic principles of designing a sustainable garden and create a personalized plan for your space.
Sustainable landscape and gardening techniques include smart water usage in both dry and wet situations, choosing plants both for their aesthetic beauty and their value to wildlife, and implementing pest control practices that are safe for people and the environment.
Through a mix of lecture and workshop, you will:
- Discuss the effects of climate change on landscapes, wildlife, and people
- Learn garden design basics including site analysis, measuring and drafting plans to scale, techniques for organizing garden spaces, sustainable hardscape options, and combining plants to create multi-season interest.
- Create a design drawing for a small section of your own garden to create an eco-friendly, sustainable landscape at home
Learn to reduce resources and costs in your garden by using proper maintenance techniques, integrated pest management practices, and plants as problem solvers.
This program meets in person at the Arboretum.
Instructor: Heather Prince, horticulturist, Fearless Gardening
Age: 16 and older
Course number: H200
