4 Seasons of Native Beauty at Chatfield Farms
Tickets: $26, $30
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Winter: Quiet Elegance and Structure
Friday, February 27, 10 - 11:30 a.m.
Winter reveals the gardens underlying design. Well focus on how to create visual interest with evergreens, ornamental grasses, seed heads, and plants with unique bark or berries. Learn how to use form, contrast, and texture to ensure your landscape remains engagingeven in its most restful season.
Spring: Awakening the Landscape
Friday, April 24, 10 - 11:30 a.m.
As the garden shakes off its winter slumber, early-blooming natives and fresh green growth bring a sense of renewal. Learn how to design for spring interest with layered textures, staggered bloom times, and pollinator-friendly plants that thrive with minimal water.
Summer: Bold Color, Smart Design
Friday, June 26, 10 - 11:30 a.m.
Summer is the season of abundance. Discover how to use drought-tolerant perennials, grasses, and shrubs to create vibrant, low-maintenance displays. Well discuss how to group plants for visual impact and water efficiency, ensuring your garden stays resilient through the heat.
Each class fulfills an elective requirement for the Rocky Mountain Gardening full series certificate program.
Price: $30, $26 member
Location: Chatfield Farms
Special Instructions: Dress in layers to stay comfortable. Class meets in all weather conditions. Bring water and snacks.
Instructor: Curtis Manning
Curits is a horticulturist, landscape designer and contractor. He co-owns and operates Meadow Pro.
Friday, February 27, 10 - 11:30 a.m.
Winter reveals the gardens underlying design. Well focus on how to create visual interest with evergreens, ornamental grasses, seed heads, and plants with unique bark or berries. Learn how to use form, contrast, and texture to ensure your landscape remains engagingeven in its most restful season.
Spring: Awakening the Landscape
Friday, April 24, 10 - 11:30 a.m.
As the garden shakes off its winter slumber, early-blooming natives and fresh green growth bring a sense of renewal. Learn how to design for spring interest with layered textures, staggered bloom times, and pollinator-friendly plants that thrive with minimal water.
Summer: Bold Color, Smart Design
Friday, June 26, 10 - 11:30 a.m.
Summer is the season of abundance. Discover how to use drought-tolerant perennials, grasses, and shrubs to create vibrant, low-maintenance displays. Well discuss how to group plants for visual impact and water efficiency, ensuring your garden stays resilient through the heat.
Each class fulfills an elective requirement for the Rocky Mountain Gardening full series certificate program.
Price: $30, $26 member
Location: Chatfield Farms
Special Instructions: Dress in layers to stay comfortable. Class meets in all weather conditions. Bring water and snacks.
Instructor: Curtis Manning
Curits is a horticulturist, landscape designer and contractor. He co-owns and operates Meadow Pro.
