Chicago Botanic Garden Fall 2020

To register, visit chicagobotanic.org/education or call (847) 835-6801. 27 Winter Containers at the Garden Explore winter containers at the Garden and learn ways to extend your own into the winter season. Then prepare a container with fresh- cut evergreen boughs and berried or brightly colored branches. Please bring gloves and pruners. Kathryn Deery, Chicago Botanic Garden $71/$89 | Classroom 4, Learning Center Tuesday, December 1, 10 a.m. – noon or 6 – 8 p.m. Basic Pruning for Homeowners Winter is the best time to prune most trees and shrubs. Proper pruning is the key to maintain- ing plant health and shape. Learn techniques for dormant winter pruning, pruning principles for trees and shrubs, and the proper use of tools. A portion of the class will consist of outdoor demonstration and practice. Dress for the weather. Tom Tiddens, plant health care supervisor and certified arborist, Chicago Botanic Garden $42/$53 | Classroom 4, Learning Center Saturday, December 5, 9 – 11:30 a.m. Introduction to Beekeeping Learn all the basics needed to start keeping bees. This includes what to expect, how to put together equipment, how to get bees in your hive, finding the queen, feeding, what to look for after the bees are installed, and seasonal chores. Wil Pilipauskas, head beekeeper, Willie’s Honey Company $64/$80 | Classroom 2, Learning Center Sunday, December 6, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Bonsai Workshops Please check our website often for the most up-to-date details on our bonsai class offerings. Both online and on-site classes will be available. Online classes will be taught via Zoom, and will consist of both lecture and hands-on components. Chris Baker, curator of bonsai at the Chicago Botanic Garden, will guide you through techniques and you will have an oppor- tunity to interact with him during the class and hone your bonsai skills from the comfort of your home. On-site classes at the Garden will be offered as state and local health department guidelines permit. Capacity will be limited, social distancing guidelines will be monitored, and face coverings will be required for the duration of class. Horticulture Certificate of Merit Program Certificate classes are open to all, as long as prerequisites have been met. For details, visit chicagobotanic.org/certificate. Deciduous Trees: Online Learn to identify more than 50 large decidu- ous trees, gain a greater understanding of the many functions they serve in gardens and the landscape, and discover the wonders they offer year-round. Develop your ability to identify trees using their buds, bark, and habit, in addition to leaf shape and other characteristics. Tuesday evening lectures will be taught online via Zoom. All registrations must be submitted online two days before your class starts. Reg- istered students will receive login instructions one day in advance. Garden walks and the final exam will be held on-site. OPC, PGL 1, PGL 2, and GDC requirement Mark Zampardo, Ph.D., horticulture educator $320/$400 | Online and on-site 6 Tuesdays, September 29 – November 3, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, November 10 | Classroom 1, Learning Center Also includes Garden Walks (select one) Meet at Visitor Center 6 Thursdays, October 1 – November 5, 9 – 11 a.m. or 6 Saturdays, October 3 – November 7, 8 – 10 a.m. NOTE TO READERS: This issue went to print in mid-August. Please check chicagobotanic.org and our social media channels for any updates or changes to classes or events.