A busy week at the Kruckeberg Botanic Garden, Thursday to Saturday

Wednesday, May 19, 2010


 Learning opportunities for all at Kruckeberg Gardens

Thursday, May 20th:
Creating Container Gardens: 6:30–8:30 pm
Create a container garden that has year-round interest for your patio or porch. Learn the basics of combining evergreens, groundcovers, and deciduous plants attractively. Bring a planter you want to use from home. Class includes a selection of plants for your container. Class fee: $35 + $30 supply fee ($20 for KBGF members). Call the Shoreline Parks Department to register: 206-801-2600.

Friday, May 21st:
FAMILY PROGRAM - GARDEN TOTS 10am-1pm
Drop in with your young children this summer for a fun exploration of nature in this unique, naturalistic garden. This week’s theme is birds. Children will make their own bird nests, and bring home nesting materials to put out for birds in their own yard or nearby park.
Fridays through September
For ages 2–7. Each week we offer a simple plant activity, a themed garden exploration, and a craft project. $5 per family, free for KBGF members. Six visit punch cards available for $20 through the end of May ($25 after that). No pre-registration required.

Saturday, May 22nd:
Kruckeberg Rhododendrons: 11am–1pm
The Garden features almost 30 different rhododendron species. Learn about the diversity of these showy evergreen shrubs and how to care for the Washington state flower. Fee: $10. Call the Shoreline Parks Department to register: 206-801-2600.




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