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We now offer private planting parties. Click here for more information.
We now offer private planting parties. Click here for more information.
February 2019
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SEED STARTING FOR KIDS
Friday, February 15, 10 AM - 12 PM Bring the kids to the garden center while school is out and let them plant up some seeds for spring. There will be 4 half-hour sessions each beginning with a story about how a seed grows. Sessions begin at 10 am, 10:30 am, 11 am, 11:30 am. To make sure we have enough supplies, please call us at 262.763.2153 or email us at info@burlingtongardencenter.com to R.S.V.P. Cost: $5 |
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GARDENERS' RETREAT: CULTIVATE WELLNESS
Saturday, February 16, 10 AM - 2 PM Join us for our second annual wellness retreat with a series of free seminars and "Make & Take" wellness projects. Learn about houseplants that can improve your indoor air quality and find out which herbs and essential oils can improve your health and well being. Browse our selection of healthy houseplants and potted hyacinths for sale, along with other unique wellness items. Free Seminars: 10am: Healthy Houseplants 11am: Essential Oils for Health 11:30: The Meaning & Benefits of Semi-precious Stones 1 pm: Meditation Gardens 11 am - 2 pm: Make & Take Project: Mini Zen Garden ($29.99) Stop in anytime during this 3-hour window and take home a little bit of zen - photo shown above. Please RSVP for this Make & Take at 262.763.2153 or info@burlingtongardencenter.com. 10 am - 2 pm: Eucalyptus Shower Melts Stop in anytime during this 4-hour window and take aromatherapy into the shower! Using eucalyptus or other essential oils, create a few mini melts for yourself or as a gift. Cost: $9.99. |
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SEEDY SATURDAY
Saturday, February 23, 10 am - 4 pm It's time to start growing! Our seed racks will be full, so come peruse our 2019 selection of vegetable, herb, and flower seeds. Special talks and demonstrations will be held in the morning, and workshops for adults and kids in the afternoon. Complimentary coffee at the Garden Bean and yummy, locally-made goodies will be available for purchase. 10 AM - Seed Starting Basics 10:30 - Seed Saving How-to 11 AM - Seed Swap: bring your seeds that you have saved and swap with other seed savers. 11:30 - New Seed Varieties to try this year 12 PM - 3 PM Microgreens workshop ($12) RSVP at 262.763.2153 or info@burlingtongardencenter.com. |
MARCH 2019
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Bye-Bye Blues Succulent Planter Workshop
Saturday, March 2 @ 10 AM It's time to think spring with this 6" decorative planter filled with lovely Echevaria and other succulents. Brighten up your home or office or give as a gift. Cost $29.99. RSVP at 262.763.2153 or info@burlingtongardencenter.com. |
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BOTANICAL WATERCOLOR WORKSHOP
Thursday, March 7, 6 - 7:30 PM Want to learn how to paint a simple botanical painting? Nature by Design - Belinda Abendschein will lead this watercolor class where participants will paint a 5" x 7" leaf chosen from our greenhouse plants. Cost: $24.99. Includes all materials needed, as well as a set of watercolor paints to take home. This class is limited to (12) individuals and requires payment in advance. R.S.V.P. at info@burlingtongardencenter.com, or call us at 262.763.2153 and leave a message. We'll contact you for payment information. |
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SUCCESS WITH RHODODENDRONS, AZALEAS & MAGNOLIAS
Saturday, March 16, 10 AM Growing Rhododendrons and Azaleas can be challenging in our alkaline soil here in SE Wisconsin. BGC wlecomes Tom Horner, Midwest Chapter - American Rhododendron Society who will share varieties that can be successfully grown and will bloom well into mid-summer. Tom will also discuss unique varieties of Magnolias to add to your landscape. RSVP @ 262.763.2153 or info@burlingtongardencenter.com. |
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HERBS FOR YOUR HEALTH
Saturday, March 23, 10 AM Herbs do more than add flavor to your favorite dishes. They have medicinal and other health benefits as well. BGC staffers Marge Koenocke and Kim Quandt team up for this presentation. Come discover ways to add herbs to your wellness plan. RSVP @ 262.763.2153 or info@burlingtongardencenter.com. |
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LADIES' NIGHT OUT
Thursday, March 28, 5 - 8 PM One of our favorite events of the year! Grab your sister and girlfriends and spend an evening in the greenhouse. Come see what's new, enjoy refreshments, shop our vendors, and create a vitality bowl customized to your wellness needs. Please RSVP to make a vitality bowl ($19.99) at 262.763.2153 or info@burlingtongardencenter.com. |
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GARDENING FOR WELLNESS
Saturday, March 30, 10 AM We all know the benefits of growing our own food, but gardening for wellness encompasses so much more. BGC staffers Belinda Abendschein and Tracy Hankwitz will share practical ways to be rooted in wellness in the garden. RSVP @ 262.763.2153 or info@burlingtongardencenter.com. |