Free Seminars

This is a free seminar held at Gresham Japanese Garden's greenhouse. Learn the four basic cuts of pruning and the subsequent reaction from these various pruning cuts. Sue Protz will demonstrate on broadleaf evergreens, conifers and pines how, where, and when to prune using these four basic cut techniques. Learn also about tools and tool […]

Taught by beekeepers Bruce Janes and Jim Buck. There is a lot to learn about starting your own beekeeping. Start by learning the basics of residential honey beekeeping. Why do people become beekeepers. What you need to consider and the differences between beekeeping in a rural vs urban setting. What equipment and tools do you […]

The Growing and Caring for Blueberries seminar will describe the main parts of a blueberry plant, what soil conditions the plants favor, how and when to fertilize blueberries, the harvest times and show-and tell for various varieties, pruning recommendations, and responses to a couple common diseases that may occur. Lyla Hunt, Co-manager of Al’s Garden […]

Any easy version of the most common Tai Chi forms, designed as a relaxed intro for anyone to begin a moving mediation. Beginner friendly.

An ancient practice intented to cultivate Qi, life force energy, allowing any person to find inner peace and gentle strength.

With an eye towards aesthetics and flower production, Jim Card Garden Director will demonstrate the basic cuts of pruning focusing on rhododendrons and azaleas. Can you prune them to the ground. When is the best time to prune.