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Learn how to create and maintain a beautiful garden from the comfort of your own home with online gardening classes covering topics such as organic gardening, container gardening, and landscape design.

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Basics of Permaculture Design

UW Botanic Gardens @ Online Class

Ready to take gardening to the next sustainable level? This class covers the basics of permaculture design and how to implement it on any size garden! Permaculture designs are creative, productive & aesthetic. We will learn how to consult the client (could be yourself!), assess the wild energies on the land (‘sector analysis’), create ‘zones’, maximize connections and how to incorporate typical Permaculture designs like keyholes, spirals,...

(13) Beginner 18 and older
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Plant CSI: Why Does my Japanese Maple Look so Bad?

UW Botanic Gardens @ Online Class

Become a Plant Crime Scene Investigator (CSI)! Learn about key plant diseases and insect pests that can cause problems for favorite trees and shrubs in the landscape. Japanese maples (Acer palmatum) are wonderful specimen trees in the landscape, showing off many form and color variations. Yet often stems will die back, and sometimes even large limbs or an entire tree will die. It sometimes appears to happen overnight! This 1.75-hour online course...

(13) All levels 18 and older
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Plant CSI: Unwelcome Visitors in the Garden

UW Botanic Gardens @ Online Class

Sharpen your detective skills and become a Plant Crime Scene Investigator! Learn how to identify and manage invasive insect pests in your garden with this online course from UW Botanic Gardens. Don't let unwelcome visitors wreak havoc on your plants - join the plant CSI team!

(13) All levels 18 and older
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Ecological Restoration Monitoring, Maintenance, and Adaptive Management

UW Botanic Gardens @ Online Class

Discover how to effectively monitor and maintain ecological restoration projects in the greater Puget Sound region. Gain insights into managing non-native plants, insects, and animals, as well as addressing challenges such as climate change and herbivore damage. Learn from a real-life case study of the Green Kirkland Partnership's community-driven restoration program.

(13) All levels 18 and older
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Tree Pruning II

UW Botanic Gardens @ Online Class

Learn advanced tree pruning techniques including pollarding, espalier, and pleaching, as well as how to prevent mal-pruning. Discover the art of rehabilitative pruning and gain the knowledge to restore previously damaged trees. Join us for this comprehensive course in partnership with PlantAmnesty.

(13) All levels 18 and older
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Shrub Pruning II: Shearables, Hackables, Untouchables

UW Botanic Gardens @ Online Class

Discover the secrets of shrub pruning and learn which plants require annual trimming and which ones should be left untouched. Join the Master Pruner Series at UW Botanic Gardens and unlock the knowledge to maintain a beautiful garden.

(13) All levels 18 and older
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Shrub Pruning III: The Puzzlers and Consequences

UW Botanic Gardens @ Online Class

Enhance your pruning skills and avoid common mistakes with this advanced class on pruning rhododendrons, hydrangea, callicarpa, Viburnum bodnantense, and abelia. Join us for a comprehensive session on corrective pruning strategies for a variety of shrubs.

(13) All levels 18 and older
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Fruit Tree Pruning

UW Botanic Gardens @ Online Class

Learn the art of pruning fruit trees and master the techniques needed to enhance growth and productivity. Discover the secrets of seasonal growth and specific goals, and join the Master Pruner Series held in partnership with PlantAmnesty.

(13) All levels 18 and older
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Scratching the Surface: Soil Formation, Structure, and Chemistry

UW Botanic Gardens @ Online Class

Unearth the secrets of soil science and learn how to steward and restore ecosystems in this comprehensive class series at UW Botanic Gardens. Discover the fundamentals of soil formation, structure, and chemistry, and gain hands-on experience in assessing soil properties for your own project sites. Build a holistic knowledge of soils to make informed decisions on soil stewardship techniques.

(13) All levels 18 and older
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$37.50
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Conifer Pruning

UW Botanic Gardens @ Online Class

Learn the secrets of vibrant conifers in this specialized pruning class. Discover the unique rules that govern conifers and master the art of making cuts at the right time and place to keep them thriving. Join us for this exclusive Master Pruner Series, hosted in collaboration with PlantAmnesty.

(13) All levels 18 and older
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Prune and Renovate the Overgrown Landscape

UW Botanic Gardens @ Online Class

Learn the art of pruning and renovating your landscape with the Master Pruner course series at UW Botanic Gardens. Discover basic pruning techniques for trees and shrubs, creative solutions for overgrown gardens, and gain valuable insight into the process of yard renovation. Join us and transform your outdoor space into a thriving oasis.

(13) All levels 18 and older
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Buried Alive!: Digging into Soil Biology and Ecology

UW Botanic Gardens @ Online Class

Discover the hidden world beneath our feet in this fascinating course that delves into the intricate web of soil biology and ecology. Explore the critical role of healthy soil ecosystems in maintaining overall ecosystem health and resilience, and learn practical techniques for soil stewardship. Join us to unlock the secrets of soil and unlock the potential for a more sustainable future.

(13) All levels 18 and older
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$37.50
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Japanese Garden Pruning

UW Botanic Gardens @ Online Class

Learn specialized pruning techniques for Japanese maples, bamboo, pines, and more in this expert-led course on Japanese Garden Pruning. Enhance your skills with professional instruction and elevate your landscaping abilities.

(13) All levels 18 and older
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Pruning Art or Atrocity?

UW Botanic Gardens @ Online Class

Discover the secrets of pruning as you explore the fine line between art and atrocity in this intriguing class. Learn about the three main forms of mal-pruning, and then delve into the world of pruning art with examples of pleaching, pollarding, and coppicing. Prepare to be entertained with slides showcasing "The Good, the Bad, and the Bizarre".

(13) All levels 18 and older
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Rose Pruning

UW Botanic Gardens @ Online Class

Discover the secrets of maintaining healthy and vibrant roses with this comprehensive course. Learn the best techniques, tools, and timing for pruning hybrid teas, climbers, and landscape roses. Enhance your horticultural skills and become a rose pruning expert.

(13) All levels 18 and older
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Rehabilitative Pruning

UW Botanic Gardens @ Online Class

Learn advanced techniques for restoring the natural shapes of trees and shrubs that have been improperly pruned in this Master Pruner Series class. Discover how to tackle water sprouts, suckers, and crown restoration, and gain valuable knowledge for rehabilitating mal-pruned plants. Sign up now and take your pruning skills to the next level.

(13) All levels 18 and older
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Meet Seattle's Urban Beavers

UW Botanic Gardens @ Online Class

Discover the ecological impact of Seattle's urban beavers and explore the challenges and opportunities of coexistence with these fascinating creatures in a landscape dominated by human infrastructure. Join Elyssa Kerr, Executive Director of Beavers Northwest, as she delves into the world of beaver ecology and the benefits they bring to their habitats.

(13) All levels 18 and older
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Soaking It All In: Understanding Soil Water

UW Botanic Gardens @ Online Class

Discover the relationship between soil moisture and ecosystem function in this course at UW Botanic Gardens. Uncover the factors that influence water movement in soils, examine soil water storage, and learn essential field methods for assessing soil water holding capacity. Enhance your knowledge of tools and management practices in this comprehensive exploration of soil water dynamics.

(13) All levels 18 and older
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$37.50
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Frugal Farming: Growing & Propagating from Seeds & Cuttings

UW Botanic Gardens @ Online Class

Learn the secrets of successful seed and cutting propagation in this empowering course. Discover the essential techniques for growing from seed and cuttings, and never buy seedlings again. Unlock the power of frugal farming at UW Botanic Gardens.

(13) All levels 18 and older
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Getting into the Weeds: Soil Conditions and Management Considerations

UW Botanic Gardens @ Online Class

Learn how to effectively manage soil conditions in various restoration sites, from former agricultural land to degraded natural areas, in this comprehensive soil science course offered by UW Botanic Gardens. Develop a holistic understanding of soil stewardship techniques and gain the knowledge needed to assess soil disturbances and create effective soil management plans.

(13) All levels 18 and older
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