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SUMMARY:New Nature for a Climate Change Future with Noel Kingsbury
DESCRIPTION:Discover the future of ecological planting with the legendary Dr. Noel Kingsbury. As one of the world’s premier practitioners and promoters of ecological planting design\, he will focus on bracing topics raised in his latest book\, “Wild: The Naturalistic Garden” (Phaidon). As human-led development decreases the availability of healthy\, functional spaces for plants and animals\, Noel urges that “it is our great moral imperative” to think about creating landscapes that serve plants\, animals and people. He will probe questions like: In the face of climate change\, how can designed landscapes become vital refuges for both biodiversity and human well-being?  Do visually “wild” and naturalistic plantings truly support biodiversity? What is the difference between maintenance and management? How can we balance aesthetics and ecological dynamism in landscapes? \nSpeaker Bio:\nNoel is a writer\, researcher\, teacher\, planting designer and – in his own words – occasional provocateur. He received his doctorate from the University of Sheffield in 2009\, and has authored many influential books\, including “The New Perennial Garden”\, “Seed Heads” and “Garden Flora”. Noteworthy collaborators include fellow “New Perennialist” pioneer Piet Oudolph and esteemed garden photographer Claire Tokacs. Noel is committed to educating home gardeners\, design and landscape professionals through the workshops and webinars of Garden Masterclass\, which he co-runs with award-winning designer and educator Annie Guilfoyle. After living in Herefordshire County\, England for many years\, he now resides in Portugal\, where he is making a low-irrigation garden. \nRecording will be available for 4 weeks. \n \n \n \n \nAll images\, except the portrait\, courtesy of Claire Takacs from Wild – The Naturalistic Garden\, published by Phaidon.
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SUMMARY:Demystifying Botanical Latin with Daniel Sparler
DESCRIPTION:Who says botanical Latin (also known as scientific nomenclature) has to be head-scratchingly hard? We’re all Homo sapiens (“intelligent humans”)\, so it’s not too much of a leap for us to figure out that Rhododendron macrophyllum (literally “red-tree large-leaf”) is the Pacific rhododendron\, the state flower of Washington. This class will cover the basics (who\, what\, when\, where\, why and how) of Latin binomial plant names and provide tools for further study to help us make sense of what we grow in our gardens. \nInstructor Bio\nA third of a century ago Daniel planted himself in Seattle’s Seward Park neighborhood and proceeded to construct a now notorious garden brimming over with thousands of specimens of cosmopolitan origin. He first joined the board of NHS in 2006 and has taught botanical Latin all over the Puget Sound region. Since 2020\, Daniel’s more than 60 Horticulturally Yours columns have been archived on the Northwest Horticultural Society’s website. \nLIMIT:  15 (MAXIMUM 2 PER REGISTRATION) – FEE IS PER PERSON \n \nRhododendron macrophyllum \nImage(s) courtesy of Wikipedia.
URL:https://northwesthort.org/event/demystifying-botanical-latin-with-daniel-sparler-2/
LOCATION:Miller Library Program Room\, Center for Urban Horticulture\, 3501 NE 41st St\, Seattle\, WA\, 98105
CATEGORIES:In-person Class
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SUMMARY:Your Bountiful Rose Garden: Master the Essentials with Expert Nita-Jo Rountree
DESCRIPTION:Local rose authority and author Nita-Jo Rountree will reveal her go-to varieties and essential best care practices for thriving roses in the Pacific Northwest. She will celebrate the versatility of roses—how they can grace mixed beds\, containers\, cottage-style gardens and formal designs with equal charm. All aspects of rose care in our region will be discussed\, including installation\, pruning\, fertilizing and how to mitigate pests\, mildew and other frustrations. \n \nSpeaker Bio:\nNita-Jo is a speaker\, educator\, landscape designer and author of “Growing Roses in the Pacific Northwest” (Sasquatch Books).  She is a past president and current board member of NHS\, past vice president of the Bellevue Botanical Garden Society\, and a member of the Heronswood Garden Steering Committee. She is a frequent speaker at the Northwest Flower & Garden Festival\, and numerous gardening clubs and organizations. Pacific NW Magazine profiled her rose expertise in 2017. \nRecording will be available for 4 weeks. \n \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://northwesthort.org/event/your-bountiful-rose-garden-master-the-essentials-with-expert-nita-jo-rountree/
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SUMMARY:Success with Seed Starting Workshop with Diane O'Neill and Michelle Rau
DESCRIPTION:Join propagation experts\, Diane O’Neill and NHS Board Member Michelle Rau\, in the Edmonds College Horticulture Greenhouse\, for this hands-on workshop that will set you up for success with growing plants from seed. Learn about key factors in selecting seeds\, starting them and growing them on.  You will leave understanding stratification\, scarification and storage\, what to germinate with heat and without\, and how best to care for seedlings. You will take home what you’ve started in class along with confidence that you can grow your own plants from seed. \nInstructor Bios\nDiane O’Neill is a retired CPA\, CMA an CISA who wove a passion for gardening in with her professional career.   A former Master Gardener\, Diane worked at Molbaks when it was a small store in Pike Place Market and started a Master Gardener Clinic while working at Swanson’s Nursery. She has taught at the NW Flower & Garden Show\, Kruckeberg Botanic Garden and The Square Foot Gardening Foundation.  She continues to learn and has a special interest in propagation. \nMichelle Rau\, NHS Board Member\, is a horticultural educator\, plant nerd\, and all-around hoot. With 10 years of experience in horticulture\, she offers a unique perspective on plants\, and how to identify and care for them. She is a Certified Professional Horticulturist\, ISA Certified Arborist\, and Department Head and Faculty Member at Edmonds College. \nLIMIT:  20 (MAXIMUM 2 PER REGISTRATION) – FEE IS PER PERSON
URL:https://northwesthort.org/event/success-with-seed-starting-with-diane-and-michelle/
LOCATION:Edmonds College Horticulture Greenhouse\, 19810 68th Ave W.\, Lynnwood\, WA\, 98036\, United States
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SUMMARY:Artistic Flourishes: Pots with a Purpose with Chanticleer’s Dan Benarcik
DESCRIPTION:Dan Benarcik will provide a lively\, motivational deep dive into the endless versatility and functionality of containers — whether they accent a large property\, are the focus of an apartment balcony or something in between. He will review the breadth of container gardening styles and share some of his favorite and most consistently successful plants for container culture. Enjoy an overview of Dan’s approach to design\, plant combinations and implementation — and enter spring with renewed inspiration for container gardening. \nSpeaker Bio:\nThis year Dan is  celebrating 32 seasons as a horticulturist at the renowned public garden Chanticleer\, where he oversees the Courtyard Gardens. Early in his horticultural career\, he received a bachelor of science in plant science from the University of Delaware\, worked at the Mt. Cuba Center as a woods path gardener and in sales at a wholesale nursery. Dan is also an accomplished educator\, speaker\, writer and furniture builder. He is an instructor at Longwood Garden’s continuing education program and a former regional director of the Garden Writers Association. He has contributed to many publications\, including Fine Gardening\, Horticulture\, Martha Stewart Living and Rodale’s gardening books. \nRecording will be available for 4 weeks.
URL:https://northwesthort.org/event/artistic-flourishes-pots-with-a-purpose-with-chanticleers-dan-benarcik/
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SUMMARY:Picture Perfect Phone Photography with Grace Hensley
DESCRIPTION:Unlock the full potential of your smartphone camera with this exclusive workshop on smartphone photography. You’ll learn how to optimize your smartphone camera settings\, understand key compensation techniques\, explore image editing software with free and paid apps\, and best practices for organizing your images. This is designed for photography enthusiasts looking to elevate their mobile photography skills and create stunning images using just their smartphones. Attendees: please download the free Snapseed app to your phone before the workshop. \nInstructor Bio:\nGrace Hensley is an internationally-published garden photographer and passionate educator who brings the beauty of nature to life through the lens of her smartphone. As a former biochemist and horticulturist\, Grace now analyzes what makes a compelling image and develops methods to teach others how to see the world through a photographer’s eyes. She offers a unique perspective that combines technical expertise with artistic flair. \nLIMIT:  24 (MAXIMUM 2 PER REGISTRATION) – FEE IS PER PERSON
URL:https://northwesthort.org/event/picture-perfect-phone-photography-with-grace-hensley/
LOCATION:Dunn Gardens\, 13533 Northshire Rd. NW\, Seattle\, WA\, 98177
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SUMMARY:Spring Symposium: Futurescaping: Plants + Design in the Ecological Garden
DESCRIPTION:In an era of unpredictable weather patterns\, rising temperatures\, and shifting ecosystems\, gardeners and designers are at the forefront of building landscapes that can endure and thrive. We can create beautiful\, biodiverse spaces by working with natural systems—selecting climate-ready plants\, designing with water in mind\, and learning from fire-adapted landscapes. Join us to explore practical\, inspiring strategies for a future where gardens don’t just survive\, but flourish. \nDon’t miss this inspiring day featuring lectures by Jessi Bloom\, Sean Hogan\, Kevin Philip Williams\, and Michael Guidi\, plus a special session on USDA hardiness zone revisions. \nEngage in an expert panel discussion on climate-ready gardens\, network and connect\, enjoy breakfast and lunch\, and browse plant sales from vendors like Cistus Nursery. \nSaturday\, March 29\, 2025\nBastyr University Auditorium\n8:30 AM – Doors open\, coffee and pastries\, registration\, plant shopping\, and book sales \n9:15 AM – Welcome\, door prizes from Garden Guru and opening announcements \n9:30 AM – Jessi Bloom – Rooted Resilience: Trees\, Water & Fire in a Shifting Landscape \n10:40 AM – Sean Hogan – What’s Next? Selecting Plants That Thrive Here \n11:45 AM – 1:00 PM – Lunch and Plant and Book Sales \n1:00 – 1:30 PM – Q&A with Sean Hogan – Zoning In: Your Hardiness Zone Questions Answered \n1:40 PM – Kevin Philip Williams & Michael Guidi – Illuminating the Wild Potential of Shrublands \n2:40 – 3:30 PM – Panel Discussion – Jessi Bloom\, Sean Hogan\, Kevin Philip Williams\, and Michael Guidi\, moderated by Sue Goetz \n4:00 PM Plant sales end \nRegistrants will be able to pre-submit questions online for the 1:00 PM Q&A session with Sean Hogan \nDoor prizes from Garden Guru will be awarded during the morning and afternoon raffles. \nWhen registering for the symposium\, please select a meal choice for each attendee from the drop-down menu on the attendee info page. All lunch options can be made gluten-free—simply check the gluten-free box when making your selection. \n\nPlants will be available for sale during the day from Cistus Nursery and local native plant growers Go Natives! Nursery and Nobody Nursery.  \nNote: Go Natives! only accepts cash or Venmo.\nLecture Descriptions:\nRooted Resilience: Trees\, Water & Fire in a Shifting Landscape Join ecological designer and author Jessi Bloom for an in-depth exploration of how trees\, water systems\, and firescaping play a vital role in building resilient landscapes. Learn practical strategies for managing water\, designing gardens that support biodiversity\, and reducing wildfire risk. This talk will empower you with the knowledge and tools to create sustainable landscapes that thrive in dynamic conditions. \nWhat’s Next? Selecting Plants That Love It Here with Sean HoganAs seasons become less predictable\, how do we choose what to plant? Sean Hogan\, owner of Oregon’s Cistus Nursery—renowned for curating rare plants that excel in the Pacific Northwest—shares how to adapt our plant choices for long-term success. The best part is that we can be ecologically conscious without sacrificing variety and beauty. Create a garden you’ll love by expanding your garden’s palette with thoughtful zoning\, microclimate awareness\, and a fresh perspective on plant selection. \nIlluminating the Wild Potential of Shrublands Shrublands are everywhere\, thriving in diverse environments—from the sun-drenched sagebrush steppe to the cool shade of dense forests. These adaptable ecosystems offer a wealth of inspiration for our gardens\, providing habitat\, resilience\, and creative options for naturalistic design. Join the authors of “Shrouded in Light: Naturalistic Planting Inspired by Wild Shrublands\,” (Filbert Press\, 2024)\, Kevin Philip Williams & Michael Guidi\, as they reveal the beauty\, philosophy\, and practical design strategies for translating these dynamic plant communities into your home landscape. \nPanel DiscussionPowerhouse hort professional Sue Goetz moderates an insightful and lively panel discussion with our four experts\, diving into the latest trends and innovations shaping the future of gardening and sustainable practices. From the latest green technologies to new plant varieties and landscape design breakthroughs\, this is your chance to hear directly from leaders in the field. \nSpecial Q & A Session:\nZoning In: Your Hardiness Zone Questions Answered \nIn 2023\, over 50% of the country went up a hardiness zone\, placing Seattle in 9a. Sean Hogan\, who consulted with the USDA during that revision process\, will answer questions like: Do you need to swap your hydrangeas for agaves? Registrants can pre-submit their questions a few days before the event. \n \nBook Sales & Author Signing\n \nThe book is available to members for purchase at $44—a 20% discount off MSRP. \nPre-purchased books will be available for pick-up and signing at the event. \nThe new book\, “Shrouded In Light: Naturalistic Planting Inspired by Wild Shrublands\,” invites readers to engage with shrubs by celebrating the shrublands that shape landscapes worldwide. It profiles dozens of shrublands\, shrub forms\, and shrub community types\, showcasing their presence across diverse habitats and growing conditions. The book also explores the philosophies\, aesthetics\, and design strategies that emerge when gardening with these remarkable plants. Shrouded In Light prioritizes inspiration over instruction\, featuring more than 250 captivating photographs and illustrations to create an immersive experience of shrublands. The book is the result of collaboration with numerous photographers\, land managers\, biologists\, horticulture professionals\, and artists from around the world—including many colleagues from the Gardens—to bring this vision to life. \nSpeaker Bios:\nJessi Bloom was born and raised in the PNW and has a strong background in horticulture and environmental sciences. Her early experience ranged in project management\, from organizing restoration projects with community volunteers\, to high-end residential and commercial landscape design/build. In early 2000\, she decided to start an ethical business in the green industry to fill a niche for organic and ecological landscaping.  Seattle Times named her a “rockstar in the ecological gardening movement\,” as she led N.W. Bloom to numerous environmental awards. She is the best-selling author of multiple books\, including “Practical Permaculture Design”\, now available in six languages\, and “Creating Sanctuary: Sacred Garden Spaces”. Her work has been featured in The New York Times\, Better Homes & Gardens\, Sunset Magazine\, Martha Stewart Living\, Mother Earth News\, UTNE Reader\, Fine Gardening Magazine\, and PBS’s Growing a Greener World. \nSean Hogan is founder\, owner and principal designer at Cistus Design Nursery. Specializing in both public and private garden design\, he is an author\, plant hunter and collector who is passionate about introducing new and climate-appropriate plants to western North America. Sean has played a key role in popularizing underused and lesser-known plants suited for summer-dry climates. Located on scenic Sauvie Island\, 15 miles northwest of Portland\, Cistus offers a diverse and ever-evolving selection of climate-adapted plants\, unique garden textures\, and horticultural treasures from around the world. \nKevin Philip Williams is a naturalistic gardener who collaborates with plants to create dynamic\, thought-provoking landscapes. His distinctive approach blends bioregional plant palettes\, a hardcore punk ethos\, and post-human aesthetics to craft wild\, immersive spaces. His work with Denver Botanic Gardens has contributed to the development of renowned public gardens throughout the city. Previously\, Kevin was a gardener on The High Line in Manhattan and a horticulture intern at Brooklyn Botanic Gardens. He holds an master’s degree in public horticulture from the Longwood Graduate Program at the University of Delaware and a bachelor’s degree in the history and philosophy of science from Bard College. \nMichael Guidi is an ecologist and horticulture researcher dedicated to naturalistic plantings that reflect the adaptability and resilience of wild ecosystems. Drawing inspiration from both urban liminal spaces and untamed landscapes\, he favors common and weedy plants over rare specimens\, advocating for dynamic\, self-sustaining gardens and green infrastructure as alternatives to static\, high-maintenance landscapes. His research bridges ecological theory with horticultural practice to expand the definition of gardens and gardening. Before joining the horticulture team at Denver Botanic Gardens\, Michael worked as a field biologist. He holds an master’s degree in ecology from Colorado State University and a bachelor’s degree in biology from Ithaca College. \n \n \n \n \n \n \nFees will support our educational programs\, as well as our community outreach grants and scholarships.
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LOCATION:Bastyr University\, 14500 Juanita Dr NE\, Kenmore\, WA\, 98028
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