The Park Authority is here to help gardeners this fall with a plant-tastic lineup of Green Spring Garden Talks. Learn some tips and techniques that will spruce up your plants and other “soil-mates” with the help from fellow gardeners, VCE Master Gardeners and naturalists. All events are held at Green Spring Gardens and are $12 per person. Additional fees apply for out-of-county residents.
- Build the Lawn of Your Dreams. Friday, Sept. 20, 1:30-2:30 p.m. Let your yard flourish all season long with the right fertilization, seeding and weed prevention methods.
- Alternatives for Invasive Plants. Friday, Oct. 11, 1:30-2:30 p.m. Discover the different plants you can grow to avoid other bullying plants from taking over your yard.
- Make a Backyard Sanctuary for Wildlife. Saturday, Oct. 26, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Learn gardening techniques for attracting pollinators, birds and other native insects into your garden to improve habitat loss.
- Composting Made Simple. Friday, Nov. 8, 1:30-2:30 p.m. Learn the value that comes with putting compost into your yard and garden instead of your trashcan.
- Adapt & Thrive with Climate Change. Saturday, Nov. 16, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Extension Master Gardeners share ways to adapt your garden practices to changing climate patterns through plant selection, water management and more!
Green Spring Gardens is located at 4603 Green Spring Road in Alexandria. For more information, visit the Green Spring Gardens website or call 703-642-5173.