The retail store is open Tuesday through Saturday 9-5 and on Sunday
from 1-5. We are closed on Monday.
Cancellation Policy
A full refund will be given only for classes and lunches
cancelled at least 48 hours before the event. |
.Saturday, January 14, 2017, 10:30 – 12:00 –Small Fruits in the Home Garden – Dr. Arlie Powell
Dr. Powell will discuss variety selection, care and maintenance of fruit plants such as blackberries, blueberries, and muscadines. Whether you are a beginner or experienced gardener, you will gain valuable knowledge for the upcoming season.
12:00- Lunch-$12.00 (optional) Advanced registration and payment required. You may bring your own lunch or purchase one from us. If you wish to purchase a lunch please call the retail shop at 205-646-0069 no later than Thursday, January 12.
12:30– Walking tour of Petals small fruit gardens – overview of pruning and training techniques.
Saturday, January 28, 2017, 10:30 - Garden Design – Tracy Britnell
Tracy will discuss design principals to help inspire you to create beautiful outdoor spaces. Tracy works at Petals and has a degree in Interior Design as well as Landscape Design and is a certified Permaculture designer.
Saturday, February 11, 2017, 10:30- 12:00,Tree Fruit in the Home Garden- Dr. Arlie Powell Dr. Powell will discuss variety selection, care and maintenance of tree fruits such as apples, pears, figs, oriental persimmons, peaches and nectarines. Whether you are a beginner or experienced gardener, you will gain valuable knowledge for the upcoming season.
12:00 -Lunch (optional) Advanced registration and payment required. You may bring your own lunch or purchase one from us. If you wish to purchase a lunch please call the retail shop at 205-646-0069 no later than Thursday, February 9.
12:30 - Walking tour of our tree fruit orchards and pruning clinic.
Saturday, February 18, 2017, 10:30 -Attracting Birds With Native Plants- Paul Franklin
Who doesn't love birds? Learn to attract them to your home by using trees, shrubs,and wildflowers native to the region. The plants we'll discuss have served wildlife for centuries, providing nourishment and shelter to countless generations of birds and animals. Make the most of your landscape by maximizing its effect to bring in the greatest variety of birds by creating an all-season landscape, and by providing the greatest bounty of food items and the best and most-protective environment possible. Learn to create beauty with a purpose — you'll be surprised how easy and how strikingly-attracting the results can be! Paul H. Franklin is a well-known naturalist and photographer. He has served as the chief Consulting Ornithologist in developing Alabama's Birding Trails, has been a Master Bird Bander, directed the Education Program for the Auburn Raptor Team, taught Birding classes at UAB and Samford Universities, and contributed chapters to the “Birder's Guide to Alabama” book. Paul has taught Master Gardener classes throughout the state, has chaired committees for the Birmingham Botanical Gardens, and does landscape design projects for individuals and corporate clients. He has lectured frequently throughout the state and the region for many years.
 Saturday, February 25, 2017, 10:30 -Antique Roses in the Garden – Jason Powell
Jason will discuss all classes of antique and old garden roses and their care and maintenance.
12:00 –Lunch (optional) $12 Advanced registration and payment required. You may bring your own lunch or purchase one from us. If you wish to purchase a lunch please call the retail shop at 205-646-0069 by Thursday, February 23.
12:30 – Join Jason in the gardens to learn proper rose pruning techniques.
Saturday, March 18, 2017, 10:30 Vegetable Gardening – Chip East
Backyard Vegetable Production - Chip East
Alabama Cooperative Extension System
Regional Extension Agent
Commercial Horticulture
Learn the basics of backyard vegetable production. This will include site
selection,soil testing, fertility, plant selection irrigation, and
mulching. We will also discuss problems in the garden such as insects,
disease, weeds, and how to manage
these problems.
Chip East grew up on a cattle and hog farm in Clay county. He began
working on his uncle’s vegetable, cattle, and hog farm before he was a
teenager. He worked for a nursery and landscaping business as a teenager.
At age 16 he started a nursery, and at age 17 took the landscape license
test and started landscaping on his own. He received a bachelor’s and
master’s degree in horticulture from Auburn University.
Chip also has a Ph.D in education from Auburn University. Chip has been
working with the Alabama Cooperative Extension System since 1997. During
his Extension career, Chip worked with livestock, forages, wildlife, and
forestry as well as 4-H. Chip’s current job responsibility is working with
commercial horticulture producers, which includes crops such as fruit,
vegetable, nursery crops, athletic turf, and Christmas trees. His job
includes educating those involved with horticulture services, such as
landscaping and landscape maintenance. Chip conducts many programs
for the commercial and home horticulture producers. Chip teaches many
programs on topics such as pesticide education and safety, plant
propagation, fruits,vegetables, pruning, and turfgrass management.
Chip East
Alabama Cooperative Extension System
Regional Extension Agent
Commercial Horticulture
Office 256-354-5976
Cell 256-846-0314
Saturday, March 25, 2017, 10:30. Citrus in the Home Garden – Dr. Arlie Powell
Dr. Powell will discuss variety selection, care, and maintenance of citrus plants such as Satsuma oranges, Meyer lemons, limes, and kumquats. Whether you are a beginner or experienced gardener, you will gain valuable knowledge for the upcoming season.
12:00 – Lunch $12.00 (optional) Advanced registration and payment required. You may bring your own lunch or order from us. If you wish to order a lunch please call the retail shop at 205-646-0069 by Thursday, March 23.
12:30 – Pruning clinic and tour of Petals Orangery
Saturday, April 1, 2017 Container Gardening -Fill, Spill, and Thrill- Andy Chidester- Fox Farm Fertilizer
Come join us to get new ideas for your containers. Andy will focus on vegetables and herbs and discuss different types of potting soils, and how to choose the appropriate one. Fertilization will also be discussed.
Andy Chidester has an Associates Degree in Science from ACC. She is a Texas Master Gardener with a specialty in compost. She has worked in the horticultural industry since 1998. She developed a passion for gardening while working in her grandmother’s garden as a child. Now she just has a gardening addiction.
Saturday, April 8, 2017, 10:30, Perennials for Every Spot in the Garden – Jason Powell
Jason will discuss his old and some new favorite southern perennials and why they are a perfect addition to your garden.Saturday,
Friday and Saturday, April 21 and 22, 2017, Antiques in the Garden 9:00 – 5:00
Save the date for our annual Antiques in the Garden Show. We will have a variety of vendors selling antiques, crafts, and collectibles. Food vendors will also be available for your convenience.
Saturday, May 13, 2017
Mother’s Day Brunch 9:30am
Fee $15.00 Advanced registration and payment required.
10:30am - Program - Details to follow.
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