For additional information or to register, please call the registrar at 614.645.5923 or Download a registration form here

Focusing on how plants and gardening can improve our neighborhoods, our health and our planet, this program provides educational resources for community
gardeners, teachers and home gardeners. Classes can be taken by the public one at a time, or participants can earn a community gardener certification by  taking a series of classes with an emphasis on one of five tracks, indicated by the following codes:

Horticulture [HT]
Nutrition & Wellness [NW]
Community and Garden Leadership [CGL]
Sustainability & Green Practices [GP]
School Gardens [SG]

Science and Math in the Garden [SG]
This class is for K-12 teachers, parents, and others who are interested in using a garden as a place of learning and growth for children.
Saturday, September 11, 1 - 3 p.m.
$15 Members; $20 Non-members

School Gardens – Fall Plantings [SG]
School has started and now is the time to plan a fall planting schedule for your school garden.
Saturday, September 11, 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
$15 Members; $20 Non-members

Putting Your Garden to Bed [HT]
Learn how to tidy up your garden in a way that wil give you a head start for next year. Information on cover crops and composting basics will be presented.
Saturday, September 18, 10 - 11 a . m .
$15 members; $20 Non-members

Composting for Families [GP]
Bring the kids along for this hands-on workshop that guides you through the different types of compost bins, specific tools needed and what can and can not go into your compost. Vermicomposting (with worms!) and heap composting information will  be provided. Bring a bag of scraps to feed the worms. Kids will be kept busy manipulating compost and investigating worms while adults learn what they need to start composting at home.
Saturday, September 18, 1:30 - 3 p . m .
$15 members; $20 Non-members

Plant Propagation [HT]
Come get your hands dirty and learn how to produce new plant material from the plants you already have in your garden. A Conservatory horticulturist will lead a fun, interactive exploration into plant propagation. Learn the basic principles that a home- owner could use for successful propagation.
Saturday, September 25, 10 a.m. - noon
$20 Members; $25 Non-members

Urban Garden Solutions two-class series [HT, CGL, SG]
For small space gardeners, apartment and condo gardeners, this series shares tips about ornamental plants and edibles plus space-saving solutions for plant material, garden items and storage.
Saturday, September 25, 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.  
(Ornamental plants and edibles for urban gardens)

Saturday, October 2, 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
(Space solutions – composting, and gardening in containers)

$15 Members, $20 Non-members. Sign up for both and save! $20 Members; $30 for Non-members

Sustainable Gardens three-part series [HT, GCL, SG]
Looking for ways to create a garden that is sus-tainable? Think low maintenance and environ-mentally friendly. Make the most of your garden by learning functional and earth friendly skills.
Saturday, October 16 10:30 a.m. -12:30 p.m.
(Sustainable garden design, function and plant selection)

Saturday, October 23 10:30 a.m.- 12:30 p.m.
(Make the most of your resources ,including recycling ideas)

Saturday, October 30, 10:30 a.m.- 12:30 p.m.
(Maintaining the sustainable garden, and environmentally sound practices)

All three classes: $40 Members; $45 Non-member
$15 Members; $20 Non-member per class

Botany [SG]
This three-part class is designed to teach the basics of plant life for those who want to know more plant biology.
Thursday, October 7, 14, 21, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
$25 Members; $30 Non-members

Terrarium Building
Learn about carnivorous plants and habitats and create your own two-gallon carnivorous plant terrarium. Plants and supplies are included.
Wednesday, November 3, 6 - 8 p.m.
$85 Members; $95 Non-members

Oh My Gourds!
Some easy how-to’s about growing gourds and creating gourd crafts are shared by members of the Ohio Gourd Society. Participants will take home a gourd craft that they have created.
Saturday, November 13, 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
$15 Members; $20 Non-members

New! Teacher Education Series

Botany [SGT]
This three-session class is designed to teach the basics of plant life for those who want to know more plant biology.
Thursday, October 7, 14, 21, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
$25 Members; $30 Non-members

School Garden Design [SG]
Thinking of starting a garden at your school? This class will help you design a garden as an optimal learning space.
Saturday November 13, 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
$15 Members; $20 Non-members

For K-12 teachers, parents, and those who want to use the garden as a place of learning:

Science and Math in the Garden [SG]
Wednesday, December 8, 10 a.m. - noon
$15 Members; $20 Non-members

English Language Arts and Social Studies
in the Garden [SG]
Wednesday December 8, 1 - 3 p.m.
$15 Members; $20 Non-memb

 

For additional information or to register, please call the registrar at 614.645.5923 or Download a registration form here

HORTICULTURIST LED TOURS/TALKS

No advance registration necessary, just stop by and join the fun.

HORT WALK
• Tour different parts of the Conservatory and Grounds each week
• Get the inside scoop on how we care for our collections
• Learn interesting plant facts and see what’s in bloom
• Ask your Questions
• Learn cool FPC Facts
• See and hear about a special plant each week

Saturdays: 
September 4, 18
October 2, 16, 30;
November 13, 27,
December 11

2 p.m. - 3 p.m., Free with admission