2010 Seminars and Registration Process

Listed below are some of the upcoming programs which will be offered through the Garden as well as through the CSU Continuing Education Department.  CBG members will continue to enjoy a discount on educational programs provided specifically by the Garden, and volunteers may earn the chance to attend up to three programs per year free of charge through working at the garden.

A great deal of effort goes into securing quality, professional speakers to instruct our programs.  Purchasing and preparing materials is also required.

Effective January 2010, prepayment by cash, check, or credit card will be required for all seminar registrations to ensure that adequate space and materials are available.  "Walk-ins", or individuals who have not pre-registered for classes will be allowed for lecture programs only.  We will no longer purchase "extra" materials for hands-on classes for possible last minute participants.

Take advantage of the abundant education opportunities available at YOUR botanical garden.  Ensure a quality experience by registering early!

March 2010

Starting Spring Strong: Gardening Refresher Course

Gear up for a great growing season by brushing up on basic gardening concepts such as soil preparation, staggering plantings for extended harvest, companion planting, and other great gardening methods.  Kerry Smith, Alabama Extension Service Master Gardener Program Coordinator, will focus on vegetable gardening.  Participants will also enjoy creating a bamboo trellis or other plant support to take home. 

Date: Saturday, March 13

Time:  9:30 to 12 Noon

Cost: $18 per person / $15 CBG members

Columbus State University - Continuing Education

Herb Gardening for Everyone   

Among the first plants to be cultivated by man, herbs have long held a special place in the hearts of gardeners. Easy to grow, fragrant, relatively pest free, and often tasty, herbs are easy to grow in containers or in the ground. Learn the basics of successful herb gardening and tips for successful harvesting and use of your herbs, and you’ll soon know for yourself why these plants have remained popular for centuries. Lecture- no class size limit.

Date: Tuesday: March 9, 2010 (1 session)

Time: 7:00 to 9:00 PM

For more information, please contact the CSU Continuing Education Department at 706.507.8070!

April 2010

Annual Columbus Botanical Garden Plant Sale

The Plant Sale will be on April 16 for CBG members and April 17 for the entire community.  CBG members will receive a discount when purchasing plant material. If you would like to take advantage of the members' price you may join the Garden for as low as $35.

                   Members Only                                      Come One, Come All!

                Date: Friday, April 16                               Date: Saturday, April 17

                Time:  3p.m. to 7p.m.                               Time: 9a.m. to 7p.m.

April 17 will be especially exciting! We will have two Seminars from 9:30a.m. to Noon. See Below for more details on the Seminars. Also, Columbus Flower Workshop will be hosting a Flower Show!

The Art of Balancing Irrigation and Conservation

Low-volume irrigation products and water saving devices offer refreshing alternatives to older systems. In many cases, older systems can be effectively fitted with new, low volume emitters that will save both water and money. Understanding and implementing water saving irrigation need not be difficult. Learn about new and innovative products and how to use them at this special presentation by Mike Jacobson, South East Regional Manager for Jain Irrigation, a leader in innovative micro- irrigation alternatives.

Date: Saturday, April 17

Time: 9:30 AM to12 Noon

Cost: $12 per person / $10 CBG members

A Garden for Cutting: Arrange from Your Garden Year-Round

With a few informed plant purchases, you can upgrade your garden into a source of floral material to bring into the home. Columbus Technical College Environmental Horticulture Instructor, Samantha Grey, will discuss appropriate plant material to insure that you have a variety of attractive cutting material to enjoy year-round. This unique seminar opportunity includes demonstrations of simple arrangements you can make at home, door prizes, and personal assistance choosing cutting garden plants for your own garden from special selections at our annual plant sale the same day.

Date: Saturday, April 17

Time: 10:00 AM to 12 Noon

Cost: $25 per person / $20 CBG members Price includes a $10 voucher redeemable at Plant Sale.

Call Columbus Botanical Garden at 706-327-8400 or email us at yourcbginfo@yahoo.com to register for a class. Some of the above topics are available on demand for your group or event.

Call for details!