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Learn with the Etobicoke Master Gardeners
Would you like to be a better gardener? Let the Etobicoke Master Gardeners show you how!
The Humber Arboretum is pleased to partner with EMG to offer the Eco-Garden Community Workshop Series throughout the year. These workshops are held on the weekend and are free to attend (please register in advance as space is limited).
All workshops take place on Saturdays.
Virtual workshops take place over Zoom and are from 10:00 a.m. to noon (90 minute workshop plus 30 minutes for questions).
In-person workshops are at the Humber Arboretum and run from 10:00 a.m. until approximately 12:30 p.m., offering an indoor presentation first followed by an outdoor walk.
Upcoming Presentations and Topics:
Creating Your Balcony Oasis: Tips and Tricks for Balcony Gardening (Virtual), February 22
Join the Etobicoke Master Gardeners (EMG) at the Humber Arboretum for a free workshop on Creating Your Balcony Oasis: Tips and Tricks for Balcony Gardening. A balcony garden is a beautiful and delightful spot to create a small oasis of nature. With a selection of plants, pots, and a dash of creativity, transform your balcony into a vibrant garden. Discover which plants thrive in this environment, think vertically to maximize space, and use your rails for a hanging garden. Learn about container gardening, including suitable plants, design concepts, and the essentials for success. And remember to check your building guidelines before you start.
Choose Your Champion: Picking Plants for a Healthy Garden Workshop and Tour (in person), April 12
Making the Cut: Pruning Workshop and Tour (in person), May 10
Get Familiar with Flora: Plant Identification Workshop and Tour (in person), June 7
Exploring Trees and Shrubs: Workshop and Tour (in-person), September 20
Supporting Biodiversity: The Power of Wetlands and Ravines (in person), October 4 [for City of Toronto Ravine Days]
Nurturing Indoor Greenery: A Guide to Growing Indoor Plants (virtual), November 15