The Trustees - Allen C. Haskell Public Gardens

Spring 2017 Schedule

 

Preparing Your 2017 Gardens

Join us for a series of horticultural workshops and garden planning sessions to start your 2017 off on the right foot in the garden.

Thursdays through March 9th 10 am- 12 Noon; Members: Free; Nonmembers: $5.

 

Build a Mini-Greenhouse

Do you have limited space in your garden? Are you looking to start earlier, but don’t have access to winter growing space? No problem, we have a solution- build your own mini-greenhouse.  This workshop will talk you through mini-greenhouse construction and maintenance

Saturday March 4th 1-3pm; Members: $12, Nonmembers: $20.

 

Get Your Veggie Garden Started: Seed Starts

Join Kristin McCullin, Haskell’s Horticulturist to discuss the design and layout of your 2017 vegetable and cut flower garden. We will discuss crop rotation, soil, new varieties, and seed sowing in the poly greenhouse!

Thursday’s  March 9th and April 13th ; 10AM – 12 Noon;  Members: $9  Non-members: $15.

 

Drop- in Tuesday Volunteer Days in the Gardens

Come drop in on a Tuesday to help us tidy the garden while you learn new skills!

Starting  April 4th and running through October from 9am- 12 noon

 

Master Gardener Volunteer Days

Come earn you master gardener volunteer credits as we all learn in the garden together!
 This group meets the last Thursday of the month from April to October

Annual Haskell Plant Sale

Find your favorite perennials, trees and shrubs, and purchase some of Allen’s signature selections.  Colors galore, and horticulturists on hand to help you with your decisions and answer any questions you may have.

Saturday, May 6th 9am (Members preview) 10-1pm (Open to general public) Free

National Public Garden’s Volunteer Day

Join the Haskell Horticulture Staff and get a jump on our spring weeds!  Help us maintain our new conifer planting along Loftus St. Bring your favorite weeding tool and a sun hat!  Space is limited to 12 so please email to reserve your space!

Friday May 12th, 9-12 pm

Rain day Friday May 19th 9-12 pm

 

Soil and Compost 101

Join Horticulturist, Nate McCullin for a basic look at your garden soil and compost. In this workshop Nate will show you how to take and interpret a soil test from your local agriculture extension school.

Saturday May 13th, 9-12 Noon; Members: $9 Non-members: $15.

 

Haskell Hosta

Haskell Horticulturist Kristin McCullin will discuss Allen’s favorite Hosta varieties from his famous 1983 Hosta installation at the Boston Flower Show.  We will also discuss some new industry favorites to add to your collection!

Thursday June 8th 10-12 Noon Members: $9 Non-members: $15.

 

All Things Hydrangea

Ever wonder when to prune your Hydrangeas for maximum blooms? Ever question the pH of your soil for bloom color? Are you interested in learning the new hot cultivars and the tried and true favorites? Join Horticulturist Nate McCullin to learn everything Hydrangea!

Saturday June 10th, 10-12 Noon Members: $9 Non-members: $15.

 

Due to limited space, please pre-register by contacting The Trustees at infoACHaskell@TheTrustees.org