The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission Gardening
For people who are new to gardening and gardeners who are new to the DC metropolitan area, learn about our local gardening world and resources. FOBG $15
Local Gardening 101: Getting the Garden Ready for Spring
Can you feel the difference in the air? Birds and buds are waking up as spring fast approaches! There is so much to do in the garden, but where to begin? We’ll look at what to tackle first, what can wait, and what you need not bother with at all. Get organized and get inspired for a new growing season ahead.
Make & Take Rain Barrels
Gather water from your rooftop to help control the stormwater impact from your yard, and store it for use in your landscape. Learn about watershed health in the County and how you can help, starting at your own home. Rain barrel with fittings and easy instructions provided. Limit one rain barrel per household. Remember you need a vehicle large enough to carry a 55-gallon barrel home! Bring a bag lunch or snack, if you’d like. FOBG $12 272299 18 & up $15 4/25 10:00am-1:00pm 272349 18 & up $15 4/26 10:00am-1:00pm
1 Class F
272549 18 & up 1 Class
$18
3/27 Th 2:00pm-3:30pm
Local Gardening 201: Tackling Common Challenges
So you have been gardening for a few years, but still feel like there are some holes in your gardening knowledge and you are frustrated by a few obstacles? This class is for you. We’ll take it to the next level and talk about local gardening challenges like poor landscape drainage, gardening on a slope, dealing with deer, planting in clay soil, etc. We’ll examine case studies of local gardeners who have conquered these common garden challenges. 272550 18 & up 1 Class
$18
4/3
Th 2:00pm-3:30pm
Rain Garden Workshop
Learn techniques to evaluate your yard and create a rain garden that user native plants and enhanced soils to build a watershed-friendly garden full of beauty and life. Develop a planting plan and materials list to create your garden and learn about the County’s rebate program to assist with funding your project. Bring a bag lunch or snack, if you’d like. FOBG $12 272199 18 & up 1 Class 272249 18 & up 1 Class
$15 $15
4/3 4/4
Th 4:00pm-7:00pm F 10:00am-1:00pm
1 Class Sa
Garden Walks, Talks and Demos
Gain an insider’s knowledge on the seasonal happenings at Brookside Gardens and learn more about the areas of horticulture. Our staff will offer you a depth of knowledge that you won’t get anywhere else! Dress for the weather and wear comfortable shoes. FOBG $5
Hardy Ferns and Allies: It’s Easy Being Green
Looking for something to enhance the shaded garden? Enjoy a presentation of the many (yes, many) hardy ferns and relatives that prosper in the D.C. area. A myriad of species, hybrids, and cultivars are on the market these days - deciduous, evergreen, new crested forms, even a few colorful varieties. 270549 18 & up 1 Class
$6
4/10 Th 1:00pm-2:30pm
It’s Spring and the Wildflowers are up!
Get out of the house and stroll along Brookside’s woodland boardwalk to see our native herbaceous and woody species thriving there. We’ll discuss cultural practices, what’s easy and what’s hard to grow in our own gardens, and enjoy the historical lore. Meet in rear conservatory parking lot. 270550 18 & up 1 Class
$6
4/22 Tu 1:00pm-2:30pm
The Fragrance Garden
During one of the most aromatic times of the growing season, come and enjoy a tour of our Fragrance Garden given by its lead horticulturist. Learn tips and tricks for adding fragrant plants to your garden. 270551 18 & up 1 Class
$6
4/30 W
1:00pm-2:30pm
Cooking in the G A R D E N S
Cooking Demonstrations
Join Brookside Gardens for this delectable series of cooking classes, focusing on healthful recipes with seasonal and local fruits, vegetables, and herbs. Enjoy samples of the dishes, prepared before you, using the Cook sisters own easy-to-follow recipes that you can try at home. FOBG $30
We Say Potatoes
The Irish may have made them famous, but potatoes have been a food staple in many parts of the world for hundreds of years. Learn new ways to prepare these ancient root crops, plus a peek at sweet potatoes. 272649 18 & up 1 Class
$35
3/12 W 12:00pm-1:30pm
Spring Shoots & Seeds
Picked at just the right time, asparagus and peas are the most sublime harbingers of spring. One is nutty and grassy, the other is sweet and crunchy. Combine them or cook them separately, but don’t miss out on these treats, showcased by the Cook Sisters. 272650 18 & up 1 Class
4/16 W 12:00pm-1:30pm
Sensational Strawberries
Mince them, mash them, wiz them, bake them, cook them, or serve them fresh - whatever you do with strawberries, they’ll awaken the palate and leave you begging for more. The Cook Sisters will bring you new ideas to prepare these favorite summer berries. 272651 18 & up 1 Class
118
$35
$35
5/14 W 12:00pm-1:30pm
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