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SUMMARY:‘DENDRO FUTURA’ – The Trees of Tomorrow with Henrik Sjöman - SOLD OUT
DESCRIPTION:TO PUT YOUR NAME ON THE WAITING LIST \nCLICK THE REGISTER BUTTON \n  \nThe Northwest Horticultural Society and the University of Washington Botanic Gardens jointly present an in-person lecture by Henrik Sjöman at the Center for Urban Horticulture\, NHS Hall.  \n  \nJoin international author and tree researcher Henrik Sjöman in an engaging exploration of his newly published book\, The Essential Tree Selection Guide: For Climate Resilience\, Carbon Storage\, Species Diversity\, and Other Ecosystem Benefits\, co-authored with Arit Anderson. Backed by the latest research\, you will learn about the multiple hidden benefits of mature trees in our urban environment\, why certain trees excel in specific functions and how to select trees for particular conditions. As our climate changes\, the importance of choosing trees for their resilience and other criteria becomes essential. This lecture is suitable for professionals\, home gardeners\, and tree enthusiasts alike! \n \nTrees are among our best allies in the fight against climate change and biodiversity loss. Although we often think of them in forests\, most of our interactions with trees take place in urban environments and in private gardens\, where they provide us with shade\, heat control\, flood avoidance\, noise and pollution reduction\, beauty\, and much more. However\, to maintain and increase those manifold benefits we urgently need to rethink tree selection for our parks and gardens to include those species and provenances most suitable for the environmental conditions and stresses posed by a rapidly changing and unpredictable climate\, spreading pests\, and emerging plant diseases. To create resilience to present and future challenges\, where the exact consequences of future scenarios cannot be predicted in advance\, a commonly proposed solution is to cultivate a large diversity of trees\, i.e.\, increase tree diversity at many taxonomic levels. Achieving an increased diversity of trees to improve the resilience for future conditions is likely to involve greater use of non-traditional species and unique genetic types of trees. In this presentation\, an insight into a unique research profile is presented with focus on how to find and evaluate the trees of tomorrow\, based on travels all over the world. We’ll see a study on the similarities of natural and urban environments and further evaluation of trees for urban challenges in order to create firsthand guidance in finding the right tree for the right place and\, just as important\, the right function. \n  \nDOORS OPEN at 6:30PM – LECTURE: 7:00PMBook signing following the lecture\n  \nThe Essential Tree Selection Guide is available for purchase with your ticket at 20% off MSRP ($60). When checking out\, choose whether you would like to purchase a copy and it will be available at check-in. Books will not be for sale at the lecture.  \n  \nSpeaker Bio: Henrik Sjöman is Scientific Curator at Gothenburg Botanical Garden\, a Senior Researcher at the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences and an Honorary Research Associate at the Royal Botanic Gardens\, Kew. He specializes in how trees deliver ecosystem services in urban landscapes and the practical applications of this in terms of diversifying the urban treescape. Henrik communicates his research through numerous publications and by lecturing to urban planners\, landscape architects\, garden designers and tree nurseries throughout the world \n\n[Photos by Sarah Cuttle] \nYour contributions will support our educational programs\, as well as our community outreach grants and scholarships. \nThis event is generously co-sponsored by the University of Washington Botanic Gardens\, the Arboretum Foundation\, and Bartlett Tree Experts         \n 
URL:https://northwesthort.org/event/dendro-futura-the-trees-of-tomorrow-with-henrik-sjoman/
LOCATION:Center for Urban Horticulture\, NHS Hall\, 3501 NE 41st St\, Seattle\, Washington\, 98105\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Live Event
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SUMMARY:Renovating the Aging Garden with Bess Bronstein
DESCRIPTION:An orderly garden over time can become a wild crowd of trees and shrubs\, especially if it had been over-planted initially or becomes overgrown when pruning has not been ongoing. However\, all is not lost. Often removal or moving of plants can help\, but pruning is essential when renovating an old garden. Keep in mind that it took time to create the chaos\, and it will take time to renovate it properly. Pruning techniques for size reduction\, thinning and plant definition will be discussed\, as well as how and when to do more radical renovation. \n \nBess Bronstein is an ISA Certified Arborist\, educator and horticultural consultant based on the Kitsap Peninsula in Kingston\, Washington. She has 35 years experience in arboriculture\, landscape management and garden design. Bess was an instructor for the Edmonds College horticulture program for 28 years\, with a focus on courses in pruning and tree care\, plant identification\, plant pests and diagnosis\, and soils. She frequently teaches public and professional arboriculture and horticulture courses throughout the Puget Sound\, and supports ongoing education in sustainable landscape management practices and tree care. \n \n 
URL:https://northwesthort.org/event/renovating-the-aging-garden-with-bess-bronstein/
LOCATION:Live Webinar
CATEGORIES:Webinar Lecture Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240316T090000
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SUMMARY:Spring Symposium: The Beauty of Sustainability in Public and Private Gardens - SOLD OUT
DESCRIPTION: \nThe Northwest Horticultural Society is excited to present our Spring Symposium\, in-person at Bastyr University. What can you do to create a more sustainable garden? From the backyard to multi-million dollar projects\, experts in our field are paying close attention to the ecosystems they’re building and the resources they’re using to do so. Come join us for three incredible talks with five speakers\, live panel Q&A discussion\, and plants for sale from Dancing Oaks Nursery. It’s been four years since our last in-person symposium and we’re looking forward to it just as much as you are; see you there! \n  \nThe Beauty of Sustainability in Public and Private Gardens\nSaturday\, March 16th\, 2023 – 9:00am to 3:30pmBastyr University AuditoriumDoors open at 8:30am\n  \n \nDesign\, Biophilia\, and Sustainability on the Expedia CampusMichal Kapitulnik\, ASLA\, Principal and James Lord\, FASLA\, founding partner or Roderick Wyllie\, FASLA\, founding partner of Surfacedesign \nPhoto by Marion Brenner \n  \n  \n  \n \nBuilding a Real Pollinator GardenClaudia West\, Principal\, Planting Design Director and co-founderof Phyto Studio \nPhoto by Rob Cardillo \n  \n  \n  \n  \n \nEnhancing Habitat\, Resilience\, and Beauty in the Garden: Planting Manzanitas and Companion SpeciesFred Weisensee\, co-founder and owner\, and Michelle Loughranof Dancing Oaks Nursery \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nCoffee and pastries in the morning and lunch are included with your ticket purchase. When registering for the symposium\, please select your meal choice for each registrant from the drop-down menu on the attendee info page. All luncheon choices can be made gluten free; just check the gluten free box when choosing your lunch. \n__________ \nSymposium Speakers\nDesign\, Biophilia\, and Sustainability on the Expedia CampusThe Expedia Design Members from Surfacedesign \n \nMichal Kapitulnik\, ASLA\, is a Principal at Surfacedesign\, Inc. Michal completed her Bachelor of Science degree at Brown University and went on to receive her Masters in Landscape Architecture from University of California\, Berkeley. Michal’s interest in horticulture and the potential didactic qualities of the landscape inform her work. Michal has managed multiple complex projects at SDI\, ranging from small-scale residential to commercial and public open space networks. Well-versed in public space and waterfront projects\, she has been an integral design team member and project leader in the design and execution of the Expedia Campus in Seattle\, WA; Lands End Visitor Center in San Francisco\, CA; Smithsonian South Campus Masterplan in Washington\, DC; and Mission Bay Bayfront Park in San Francisco\, CA. \n  \n \nJames A Lord\, FASLA\, is a founding partner of Surfacedesign\, Inc. James’ innovative design approach and stewardship of the firm’s design practice has established Surfacedesign as an international leader in urban design and sustainability. He leads projects in New Zealand\, Hawaii\, Mexico\, Los Angeles and the San Francisco Bay Area. James works to imagine what a place can be and how to bring cultural narratives to life\, designing landscapes that are poetic gestures that evoke curiosity in the people who engage with them. James received his Master of Landscape Architecture from the Harvard Graduate School of Design and his Bachelor of Architecture from the University of Southern California. He is a professor in practice at Harvard Graduate School of Design. \n  \n  \n \nRoderick Wyllie\, FASLA\, is a founding partner of Surfacedesign\, Inc. Roderick has led a variety of complex projects within the office\, including the Uber Campus in Mission Bay\, San Francisco’s Bayfront Park\, The Land’s End Visitor Center\, The Barnacles at Pier 9 and Expedia Global Headquarters in Seattle. His horticultural knowledge and passion for material authenticity reinforce craftsmanship and attention to detail into each project at Surfacedesign. Roderick is a professor in practice at Harvard Graduate School of Design. \n  \n  \n  \n  \nBuilding a Real Pollinator Garden \n \nClaudia West is a leading voice in the emerging field of ecological planting design. Known for her passionate advocacy of plant-driven design\, Claudia is a widely sought out speaker and consultant who applies the technologies of plant systems to bring essential natural functions back into our cities and towns. She has worked on all sides of the green industry—as a designer\, a grower\, installer\, and land manager—grounding her innovative work in pragmatic solutions that address the realities of our urbanizing world. She is the co-author of the critically acclaimed book\, Planting in a Post-Wild World. \nPhoto by Jason Varney \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nEnhancing Habitat\, Resilience\, and Beauty in the Garden: Planting Manzanitas and Companion Species \nFred Weisensee is a native of the Pacific Northwest and lives with his partner Leonard on the family timberland where he was raised near Pedee\, Oregon. Fred and Leonard established Dancing Oaks Nursery and Gardens in 1996 out of a passion for plants and creating gardens. In his spare time\, Fred practices Outpatient Internal Medicine in Corvallis four days a week and mentors Internal Medicine Students in the Art and Science of Medicine and\, sometimes\, a little horticulture on the side. \nMichelle Loughran is Fred’s niece and has worked at Dancing Oaks for three years. Originally hailing from the Midwest\, she has lived in Oregon for the last seven years. Michelle enjoys putting deer and drought-resistant plants to the test in her garden. \n  \n  \n  \n  \nFees will support our educational programs\, as well as our community outreach grants and scholarships. \n 
URL:https://northwesthort.org/event/spring-symposium-the-beauty-of-sustainability-in-public-and-private-gardens/
LOCATION:Bastyr University\, 14500 Juanita Dr NE\, Kenmore\, WA\, 98028
CATEGORIES:Symposium
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SUMMARY:Choosing & Caring for Roses with John Christianson
DESCRIPTION:  \n \n\nRegistration opens on Tuesday\, February 20th @ 10:00am PT \nJoin the Northwest Horticultural Society at Christianson’s Nursery in the Skagit Valley for an in-person class with rose expert John Christianson. March is the perfect time to choose roses for your garden and the nursery will have peak inventory. John will discuss new rose introductions\, help choose the perfect rose for you\, and answer questions on how to care for roses in the home garden.  \nJohn started in the horticultural profession as a teenager\, working as a greenhouse laborer at Saxe Floral in North Seattle. Later\, he worked at Wight’s Nursery in Lynnwood\, then managed the nursery department at Molbak’s Nursery\, Woodinville from 1983-1990 – the largest nursery in the United States at that time. John’s enthusiasm for conveying his gardening knowledge led him to volunteer as a Master Gardener\, and tour guide for the University of Washington Arboretum. He received his degree in Ornamental Horticulture-Nursery Management\, from Edmonds Community College. An internship followed at Bourne End Nursery\, Buckinghamshire\, England\, through Ohio State University. John is a Lifetime Washington Certified Nurseryman from the Washington State Nursery Association. John and his wife Toni have owned Christianson’s Nursery since March 1\, 1990\, a 7-acre jewel in the Skagit Valley. Over the years they have won numerous awards at the Northwest Flower and Garden Show for their outstanding display gardens. \nLIMIT:  40 (MAXIMUM 3 PER REGISTRATION) – FEE IS PER PERSON \n 
URL:https://northwesthort.org/event/choosing-caring-for-roses-with-john-christianson/
LOCATION:Schoolhouse\, Christianson’s Nursery\, 15806 Best Rd.\, Mt. Vernon\, WA\, 98273
CATEGORIES:In-person Class
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SUMMARY:Walking Tour of the UW Arboretum's Magnolia Collection with Ray Larson - SOLD OUT
DESCRIPTION:TO PUT YOUR NAME ON THE WAITING LIST \nCLICK THE REGISTER BUTTON \n  \n \n  \n\nRegistration opens on Tuesday\, February 27th @ 10:00am PT \nJoin Ray Larson for a tour of the Arboretum’s magnificent magnolia collection during its early peak.  The Arboretum\, with over 200 examples of this diverse genus\, is part of the National Collection of magnolias.   This tour will focus on early flowering species\, which feature some of the largest blooms in the genus.  Learn how to grow magnolias and which are the very best for the Pacific Northwest garden. \nRay Larson is Associate Director\, Curator of Living Collections and the Otis Douglas Hyde Herbarium\, at the University of Washington Botanic Gardens.   He is also a past Board Member and Board President of NHS. \nLIMIT:  20 (MAXIMUM 2 PER REGISTRATION) – FEE IS PER PERSON \n       
URL:https://northwesthort.org/event/walking-tour-of-the-uw-arboretums-magnolia-collection-with-ray-larson/
LOCATION:Graham Visitors Center\, 2300 Arboretum Dr E\, Seattle\, WA\, 98112
CATEGORIES:In-person Class
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SUMMARY:Great Plant Picks Scent-Sational Plants: Adding Fragrance to the Garden with Richie Steffen
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nFlowers and Foliage are nice to have\, but fragrance can take your garden to the next level. Fragrance invokes memories and places making your garden an emotional refuge filled with personal connections. Learn about some of the best plants for fragrance\, many selected as Great Plant Picks (www.greatplantpicks.org) for their durability in the garden. \n \n  \nRichie Steffen\, former president and board member of NHS\, is enthusiastic about\, or more accurately\, obsessed with\, plants. He is the Executive Director for the Elisabeth C. Miller Botanical Garden where he oversees the Garden\, its rare plant collections\, and the Miller Garden’s primary educational program Great Plant Picks. GPP is committed to building a comprehensive palette of\, and sharing information about\, outstanding reliable plants for maritime Pacific Northwest gardens. \nA noted author\, photographer and lecturer\, Richie’s work is regularly featured in the NHS newsletter\, GardenNotes\, as well as Fine Gardening magazine. He is also co-author with Sue Olsen of The Plant Lover’s Guide to Ferns. His photography has been featured in numerous publications including several books and national magazines. In his spare time\, he gardens with his husband\, Rick\, on their ten-acre property in Kingston. \n    \n 
URL:https://northwesthort.org/event/great-plant-picks-scent-sational-plants-adding-fragrance-to-the-garden-with-richie-steffen/
LOCATION:Live Webinar
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