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December 2018
Memphis Horticultural Society – Epimediums: Jewels of the Shade with Karen Perkins
Known by many as a simple ground cover for dry woodland shade, Epimediums are finally getting the appreciation that they deserve. This "perfect shade perennial" possesses a delicate beauty that belies its surprisingly tough, long-lasting nature. Karen Perkins will illustrate the many and varied types now commercially available, including some of the exciting new evergreen species from China. Characteristics, growth habit, growing and propagation, pests and diseases, and combining Epimediums with other shade perennials in the garden will also be…
Find out more »Dixon Munch & Learn – Easy and Creative Holiday Designs
Presented by Kim Jameson, Floriculturist, Dixon Gallery and Gardens
Find out more »Dixon Garden Workshop – Planting Bulbs in the Mid-South
The Dixon comes alive in spring with over 100,000 bulbs! Go behind the scenes with Dale Skaggs and Tonya Ashworth to find out what it takes to make it happen. From selection and design to planting techniques, learn how you can create spring magic in your yard. Dixon Gallery and Gardens - Catmur Horticulture Building
Find out more »Pruning Azaleas and Other Plants & Gifts for the Holidays
Pruning is universally confusing, we will help sort it out. Learn about azalea pruning, and general pruning of several other plant species. Plus, gift ideas for the Holidays 2.
Find out more »January 2019
Memphis Horticultural Society – The Changing Garden Paradigm with Dr. Gary R. Bachman
Join us for a presentation by Dr. Gary R. Bachman on “The Changing Garden Paradigm”, a look at how gardeners' perceptions and expectations have been changing over the last 10 to 20 years. Gary is Extension/Research Professor of Horticulture at the Coastal Research & Extension Center, Mississippi State University in Biloxi, MS. He is also the host of the award winning Mississippi State University Extension Service’s Southern Gardening TV, radio, newspaper and Social Media franchise. Gary was previously on the faculty at…
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