Need Help With Pruning?

Since most us only prune trees, shrubs, and roses once a year, we usually need  a refresher's course on the basics.  Come join us at one of many free demonstrations and re-learn everything you forgot from last year.

Classes taught in Weber County

Saturday, March 12--9am-Noon--Fruit Tree Pruning Demonstration
Joel Grassmeyer's Orchard, 2220 Fruitland Dr., North Ogden (park at Cold Springs Trout Farm or Church)


Saturday, March 26--9am-Noon--Pruning Fruit Trees, Ornamental Trees, Shrubs & Roses
Ogden Botanical Gardens, 1750 Monroe Blvd., Ogden (Rotating classes each hour)

Need more information call (801) 399-8201.

Classes taught in Davis County

Saturday, March 5--9am-Noon--Fruit Tree and Grape Pruning Demonstation
USU Botanical Center Greenhouse, 725 S. 50 W., Kaysville

Saturday, March 19--9am-Noon--Fruit Tree Pruning Demonstration
Boyd Hansen's Orchard, 112 S. 3000 W., West Point

Need more information call (801) 451-3403

Check Out These Great Classes

During the winter we have been hibernating working very hard, trying to set up a lot of awesome classes for this upcoming year.  

Here are our March free classes and paid workshop line-up:

    Fruit Pruning Demonstrations

Date: March 5, 12, 19 9:00am - 12:00

Location: Call 801-451-3403  for locations

Description: Take the fear out of pruning by learning the art and science of proper pruning practices. We focus on apples, peaches, grapes and raspberries. This outdoor event is one of our most popular workshops, so dress for the occasion and come ready to learn.

*A variety of cooperating growers provide the land for this class, locations will vary.  

Instructors: JayDee Gunnell, Jerry Goodpseed

Click here to register

Cost: Free

Backyard Chickens

Change of Date: March 26^th 11:00am – 12:00

Location: Utah State University Botanical Center – Utah House

Description: Backyard chickens can help maintain a sustainable food source, teach kids responsibility, and have gained enormous popularity in the past few years, especially in Davis County. Participants will learn the basics of selection, feeding, management, predator control, and legalities. Justen Smith, Extension agent for Utah State University Extension will be presenting the class. Participants receive a coupon for 50% off a 25 pound bag of Start N Grow chicken feed with the purchase of 3 chicks (from Rockin’E Farms).

 Instructor: Justen Smith, Davis County Extension

Click here to register 

Cost: $25 Members, $35 Public

Pruning Demonstrations for Roses, Ornamental Trees & Shrubs and Fruit Tree Pruning Class

Date: March 26^th9:00am – 12:00

Location: Ogden Botanical Gardens

Description: Come learn how to prune your roses, ornamental trees and shrubs, or sit in on a class explaining the basics of fruit tree pruning.  Each class will last one hour and be repeated each hour.  Come listen to one or all four.  

Instructors: Ogden Botanical Gardens staff (Jerry Goodspeed, Dori Jones, Susie Jones, Vic Robite, Mike Gibson)

Click here to register

Cost: Free 

Free Class: De-cluttering your House and Green Cleaning

 De-cluttering your House and Green Cleaning

Date: February 5^th 11:00am –12:00

Location: Utah State University Botanical Center – Utah House

Description: Get organized and learn how to de-clutter your home in this free workshop. Learn techniques to make your home the relaxed safe haven you are would like it to be. Participants will also learn how to make their own green cleaning products. “Going Green” with household cleaners can save money, the environment, and even the health of the people in your home.

Cost: Free

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Upcoming Class: Plant Propagation 1,2,3...

We wanted to make you aware of an upcoming class that will be taught at the Utah Botanical Center.  Class size is limited so you must pre-register with Stacie at the USU/Davis County Extension Office, (801) 451-3403. 

“Plant Propagation 123…”
Date: Saturday, February 5th, 9:00am – 11:00
 

Location: Utah State University Botanical Center Greenhouse, 725 South 50 West, Kaysville
 

Description:  Discover the science of propagating plant cuttings and starting yourownplants from seed in this hands-on workshop. Participants will leave with “ready-to-root” cuttings and a home seedstarting tray.

Cost: “Friends of the Garden” Members $25 or   General Public / Non-Members $35

Hobby Greenhouse Classes with Larry Sagers

Have you ever been interested in building your own greenhouse?  Now is your chance to take an awesome class about hobby greenhouses from Larry Sagers.  He will teaching about greenhouse design, construction, and will answer any questions you might have about starting your own hobby greenhouse.  This is the first time that this series has been offered at the Utah Botanical Center so we hope that you will take advantage of this wonderful opportunity.

Hobby Greenhouse Series

Location: UBC Greenhouse (725 South Sego Lily Dr. Kaysville, Ut.)

Dates: Thursdays - January 13^th, 20^th and 27^th

Time: 9:00 am – noon

Price: $75 for members, $100 for non-members

Call Stacie Stone at (801) 451-3403 to register for these great classes.

Jackson Hole Wildflower Tour: Reserve Your Spot Now

Give the Gift of a Teton Wildflower Tour

Get prepared! In 2011 the Friends of the Garden membership will be heading to Jackson Hole, Wyoming for a 3 day/2 night guided experience of the flora of Grand Teton National Park. From the top of Rendezvous Mountain alone, at a staggering 10,450 feet, there are more than 100 species of alpine wildflowers to enjoy and photograph. Give yourself or loved one a truly unique holiday gift this year and book your seat today.  (Photo credit Richard M. Anderson 2010)
Click here to learn more about and register for the 2011 Teton Wildflower Tour!

Give the Gift of Membership

**Now until December 31st you will receive your membership for a special low price.  Call Kathy at (801) 399-8201 for more information. 

 

A "Friends of the Garden" membership is a holiday gift your friends will use all through the year and it keeps our gardens growing. The $35 annual membership gives your friend discounts on classes like designing with bulbs and creating beautiful container gardens at the Utah Botanical Center and Ogden Botanical Garden, entry to "Friends Only" special events like garden tours and wildflower walks, and 20% off all regularly priced plants.

Especially for holiday giving, gift membership cards will be sent to you in a beautiful holiday card and include $5 off any plant purchase at the gardens next year.

There are two easy ways to give a gift membership. Print and mail the form from our online brochure along with your check. To ensure you receive this special gift card offer in time for Christmas giving we must receive the membership form and payment by December 17.  You can also purchase membership cards at the Weber County Fairgrounds, located at 1181 N. Fairgrounds Drive, Harrisville, Mon  ̶  Fri, 8 am  ̶  5 p.m.