Jacksonville Review – March & April 2024
Landscaping with Dwarf Conifers, Saturday, March 2, 11am—We have a beautiful new selection of regionally appropriate (heat-tolerant) dwarf and compact conifers and are excited to show you how to put them to work! They’re ideal for creating spotlights in small gardens, standing in for taller trees in rock gardens and even showing-off in containers. We’ll discuss how to go about selecting the best species and variety for your location, siting it properly for your conditions, and basic pruning guidelines. Information about growth rates and mature sizes, as well as fire-wise considerations will be covered as well. You’ll be amazed at how much the smaller conifers can contribute to your garden’s four-season texture and color. Many species are deer resistant, too. Don’t miss out on the best assortment of unique and rare cultivars we’ve had in ages!
Spring Prep for a Spectacular Summer Perennial Garden, Saturday, March 16, 10am—Here at Shooting Star, we like to leave our major perennial garden cleanup for spring rather than fall. Come find out why, and learn how to prepare your early-spring garden for a gorgeous summer. We’ll cover common questions such as how to prune lavender, cut back perennials and grasses, as well as when to prune early and late blooming shrubs. The benefits and basics of mulching will also be discussed, as well as caring for new plantings and defending against the deer. And as a bonus, you’ll get to check out our early spring perennial offerings!
Conquer Clay Soils, Saturday, April 6, 10am—The Rogue Valley muck can really bog you down, but there are plant solutions! Many natives, shade trees and deer-resistant plants thrive in heavier soils. We will share our favorite clay-conquering choices and discuss strategies for amending, planting and watering to utilize when dealing with sticky, poorly draining soils. Clay can actually be quite nutrient rich, and also require a lot less water. So grab your boots and gain some tools to turn that muck into magnificence!
Lawn Gone, Saturday, April 13, 10am—Finally taking the plunge to get rid of that thirsty, monotone lawn, but unsure what to replace it with? Come explore ways to re-imagine your space through a more drought-tolerant and ecologically minded lens. We’ve got a bounty of beautiful, all season, multi-purpose plant options for every scenario, and lots of ideas about how to arrange them to create a functional, inviting and even low maintenance yard.
Explore Drought-Tolerant Designs, Saturday, April 27, 10am—Have you noticed our new super drought-tolerant garden at the nursery entrance? And the fresh landscaping around the entrance at the other end of the parking lot, which is an experiment in fall planting, little supplemental irrigation and mostly native plants? Come learn about our design and plant selection process and how it all came together—so that you can try some of the same strategies at home. We will also reveal our new Plant Collection (Mostly Natives Waterwise). Registration for class $15.
Classes located at Shooting Star Nursery, 3223 Taylor Road, Central Point. Registration fee is $15 per person, space is limited to 20 per class. Register at www.roguevalleynursery.com/class.