Botanical Lecture Series: The Joys of Planting a Garden
Wed., April 3, 2024, 5–7 p.m.
Wednesdays, April 3, 10, 17 & 24 | Members: $150; Public: $175
Education and Visitor Center, Steven’s Classroom
In this four-part lecture series held over four Wednesday evenings, you will:
- Learn what it takes to plan out your own garden or add to your existing spaces
- Gain an understanding in the basics of soil and plant needs
- Find your creative voice
- Be inspired with after-hours visits through our gardens
- Receive individualized advice to your planning process
Registration includes all four classes and admission to The Huntington on class days. It also includes a private tour of the Spring Plant Sale, led by Shelley Sparks, on Saturday, April 27.
Lecture Series Breakdown:
- Session 1: Wed., April 3: The Basics of Plant Needs: How Do Plants Thrive?
- Session 2: Wed., April 10: Planning for Your Plant Style: Learn What Your Style Is
- Session 3: Wed., April 17: Plants and Beyond: Plan How to Use Your Garden
- Session 4: Wed., April 24: Review participants’ garden plans to see the process
- Session 5: Sat., April 27: Curated tour of the annual Spring Plant Sale (8:30 a.m.)
Day of Program:
- Please bring registration confirmation with you
- Check in at Admissions at 4:30 p.m.
For any questions, please contact Joy Yamahata, coordinator of Public Programs, via email or 626-405-3457.
About the Instructor:
Shelley Sparks has been studying, practicing, and teaching Feng Shui for more than 25 years. As a landscape architect, she helps clients create the gardens of their dreams, and as a Feng Shui expert, she helps people live luckier lives. Sparks is the author of the book Secrets of the Land, Designing Harmonious Gardens with Feng Shui.