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Register Now for Upcoming Classes!The Garden Company offers a variety of classes on plant selection for your geographical area, general and seasonal plant care, and garden-related craft activities.

Autumn Planning for Spring Splendor

It's never too early to get started on a beautiful Spring garden!

This class is taught by Mike Galos, a Pacific Northwest native and local gardening expert. This is a very interactive discussion forum; students are encouraged to bring examples of favorite plants and layouts of their own gardens for specific garden-planning assistance.

Classes are held at The Garden Company's headquarters in Seattle. Each class session is limited to 8 students.

What You'll Learn

bulletWhat the best Spring-flowering plants are for the Pacific Northwest.
bulletWhen to plant for a luscious Spring garden.
bulletHow to protect your garden from frost.

Class Schedule

Tuesday, August 5 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Thursday, September 4 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Saturday, October 4 11:00am – 2:00pm

Carnivorous Plants: Vicious or Delicious?

Are your pets and plants compatible?

Carnivorous plants are rapidly gaining popularity among Pacific Northwest homeowners, due to the natural protection that they offer against household pests such as spiders and mosquitoes. When these hardy plants are relegated to the outdoors, local weather conditions can encourage overwhelming growth spurts, sometimes leading to frightening results.

This class is taught by Kim Yoshida, an international expert in the field of carnivorous plants. Kim is a master gardener and the owner of two cats and a dog.

Classes are held at The Garden Company’s headquarters in Seattle. Each class session is limited to 12 students.

What You'll Learn

bulletWhat types of carnivorous plants thrive in the Pacific Northwest.
bulletWhich plants are appropriate for indoor and outdoor locations.
bulletWhat risks are posed to local pets and livestock during periods of extreme activity.

Class Schedule

Monday, August 11 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Wednesday, September 10 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Saturday, October 11 12:00pm – 2:00pm

Organic Byproducts: Use Them or Lose Them!

Sewage treatment plants are increasingly overworked. Don't be part of the problem--be part of the solution! Learn to make the most of your mulch.

This class is taught by Catherine Turner. Catherine is the owner of The Garden Company, and a long-time mulch enthusiast.

Classes are held at The Garden Company’s headquarters in Seattle. Each class session is limited to 12 students.

What You'll Learn

bulletHow to start and feed a mulching pile.
bulletWhat NOT to put into your mulch.
bulletWhen and where to use your mulch for maximum effectiveness.

Class Schedule

Saturday, August 16 12:00pm – 4:00pm
Saturday, September 13 12:00pm – 4:00pm
Saturday, October 18 12:00pm – 4:00pm