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Introduction to Botanical Dyeing, June 23

The Learning Garden presents:
Introduction to Botanical Dyeing

Naturally dyed cotton_by Lucia Garcia Gonzalez_CC 1.0_FlickrThursday, June 23, 2022
10 to 11:30 a.m.

NC Cooperative Extension
Buncombe County Center
49 Mount Carmel Road
Asheville, NC 28806

Presenters: Pat Strang and Joyce Tromba, Extension Master GardenerSM Volunteers

This is an in-person program, held at The Learning Garden. You will learn about the plants that are easiest to grow and cultivate for natural dyes. You will have hands-on experience with collecting the plant matter, making the dye bath, and then dying samples of various fibers using weld, one of the heritage dye plants. In addition to the sample fibers, you will also dye a cotton napkin to take home.

This event is free, but a $5 donation is requested.

Registration: The talk is free but registration is required. To ensure a good learning experience, attendance will be limited. Please click on the link below to register. If you encounter problems registering or if you have questions, call 828-255-5522.

 

Wednesdays in the Learning Garden, June 22

Wednesdays in the Learning Garden, June 22, 2022
Drop-in and Learn!

Wednesday, June, 2022
10 a.m.-11 a.m.

NC Cooperative Extension
Buncombe County Center
49 Mount Carmel Road
Asheville, NC 28806

New in 2022, The Learning Garden, located at the Cooperative Extension Office, 49 Mount Carmel Road will provide opportunities to Drop-In and Learn in the garden. Each month, selected gardens will offer demonstrations and programs, while all our gardens will be open to the public.

In addition, our Helpline desk will be open indoors from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for in-person consultations, where Extension Master GardenersSM will provide problem solving assistance. Feel free to bring questions and samples (plant and insect) to the Helpline desk during your visit to the Learning Garden.

June 22 demonstrations will be:

Compost Basics of composting 
Learn to compost with a multi-bin system: what to use and what not to
use, how to mix it, how to monitor the pile, how to know when it is
ready, and how to use the finished product.

Four Seasons Managing Grasses and Perennials
We will tell you how to prune to reduce size and promote bloom. Learn
when and how to prune your grasses and perennials to control size and
increase bloom.

Rose Garden Deadheading Roses
Bring your pruners and your questions about deadheading roses and
we will help you learn this simple but important way to keep your roses
blooming all summer.

Vegetable Garden Pruning Tomatoes
A healthy tomato plant yields a larger crop of tastier tomatoes. Our
class will demonstrate the correct method of maintaining stronger, more
resilient tomato plants.

Kids Corner Activities for Children
Introduce your children to the fun of gardening and the importance of pollinators. Plant a flower seed to take home!
Parents must remain with their children during the activities.

Our gardens open at 9 a.m. and demonstration programs will run between 10 and 11 a.m. Come, walk around, and soak in our lovely gardens! Most programs are informal and continuous – exceptions are noted above.

Note: almost all activities will be held outdoors, so please dress appropriately for the weather.

Registration is not required.  Plan to Drop in and Learn!

Happy EMGs Eager to Answer Your Questions!

Additional information about The Learning Garden is located on this website.

 

Online Seminar: Heavenly Hydrangeas June 16

Gardening in the Mountains presents
Heavenly Hydrangeas

Thursday, June 16 2022
10 to 11 a.m.

Virtual attendance via Zoom video and audio internet connection

Presenter: Irene Palmer, NC State Mountain Crop Improvement Lab

Dive into the varied forms and attributes of the popular and diverse world of Hydrangeas. Irene Palmer, with the NC State Mountain Crop Improvement Lab in Mills River, NC, will take us on a journey to explore how selective breeding has transformed these charismatic garden champions. Learn about garden standards, new varieties and the best care and maintenance you can provide to help them thrive. 

Registration: The talk is free but registration is required. Please click on the link below to
register. If you encounter problems registering or if you have questions, call 828-255-5522.

Zoom seminar access: After registration, you will receive an email with instructions and a link to join this online live broadcast via Zoom. The ability to access Zoom through a computer, tablet or smartphone with a reliable internet connection is necessary to attend. 

Contact Us

Buncombe County Extension Office
49 Mount Carmel Road
Asheville, NC 28806
Helpline 828-255-5522

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