Dwarf Conifers in Troughs & in the Ground with Lori Chips and Vinny Loverme of Oliver Nurseries
Join us to find out how our favorite small specimens grow and respond differently to being planted in the ground versus container culture!
Saturday, 11 April 2026
10:00 AM
💵 $0.00
Intro to Mushroom Foraging with James Calcagnini of Mushroom Microfarm
In this 90 minute course, you will learn the most powerful and overlooked tools you need to set off on your first foraging expedition. Following this family-friendly presentation, James will have tinctures and grow kits for sale.
Saturday, 18 April 2026 10:00 AM
💵 $0.00
The Good, the Bad and the (B)ugly: Identifying and Managing Garden Pests with Harry Spear of Oliver Nurseries
Hone your skills of observation with Harry, our licensed arborist. You’ll learn how to best support beneficial insects and maintain a healthy landscape in which your plants thrive.
📅 Saturday, 25 April 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM
💵 $0.00
Sustainable Pruning with Matt Popalardo of Oliver Nurseries
Demystify the art and science of pruning with Matt’s sustainable approach to improving the health, structure and productivity of your woody plants.
Saturday, 02 May 2026 10:00 AM
$0.00
Roses and Rosé with Melanie Fox of Oliver Nurseries
The Rose revival is real! This nostalgic garden standard is back. Come learn from Melanie how to select and pair roses that best suit your garden conditions and style.
Saturday, 09 May 2026 10:00 AM
💵 $0.00
Design & Build Your Own Container Planting with Andrea Busk of Oliver Nurseries
Get a helping hand from Andrea as she coaches you on the design and planting of a container to bring home. Learn the nuances of combining color, texture and form to create a cohesive and impactful combination. Course fee includes your choice of one of several styles of Campania pots, up to 5 plants, soil, fertilizer and refreshments for while you work!
Tuesday, 12 May 2026 05:00 PM
💵 $125.00
Design Inspirations: Foundation Plantings with Derrick Shuhart
Explore the principles of foundation planting design and renovation using examples of transformations by Oliver Design Associates. Find inspiration for the harmonious union of architecture and landscape on your property!
Saturday, 16 May 2026 10:00 AM
💵 $0.00
Design & Build Your Own Container Planting with Andrea Busk of Oliver Nurseries
Get a helping hand from Andrea as she coaches you on the design and planting of a container to bring home. Learn the nuances of combining color, texture and form to create a cohesive and impactful combination. Course fee includes your choice of one of several styles of Campania pots, up to 5 plants, soil, fertilizer and refreshments for while you work!
Tuesday, 19 May 2026 05:00 PM
💵 $125.00
Vegetable Gardening Tips and Tricks with Miranda Gould of Homefront Farmers
Tap into the wisdom of Miranda, as she shares her sage advice for growing vegetables in your garden. Then make your selections from Homefront Farmers, who will be on site selling their organic, non-GMO transplants grown from Row 7 Seeds. Row 7 breeds for flavor, nutrition and sustainability under the guidance of Dan Barber of Blue Hill at Stone Barns. Be a part of the seed-to-table movement!
Saturday, 23 May 2026 10:00 AM
💵 $0.00
Plants to Dye For with Richard Killeaney
An artist walks into a nursery….and so the idea for this partnership began! Come be inspired by the multi-talented Richard Killeaney as he shares his techniques for growing and dyeing with plants. Richard will share examples of his dye work and have natural-dyed silk scarves and tote bags available for purchase. Preview his work on Instagram @ocheltreedesign
Saturday, 30 May 2026 10:00 AM
💵 $0.00
Digging Into Hydrangeas with Chris Valley of Prides Corner Farms
Do a deep dive into the amazing breadth of hydrangeas available to add color and easy elegance to your garden. From mopheads to lacecaps and Oakleafs to Panicles, Chris will answer all your questions on selection, siting and care!
Saturday, 13 June 2026 10:00 AM
💵 $0.00
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Fairfield, Connecticut
203.259.5609
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