Adult Education

Providing horticulture education for aspiring gardeners is a large part of the mission for the Massachusetts Horticulture Society. We offer an array of gardening workshops, courses and lectures throughout the year that cover a wide variety of gardening topics and interests. Below is the list of upcoming classes in chronological order.

Massachusetts Master Gardener training program

Mass Hort hosts the Massachusetts Master Gardener training program. To learn more about this program, please see the Master Gardener section.



Growing Grains in Massachusetts
Thursday, May 30 2013, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
with Elizabeth L'EtoileElizabeth L'Etoile – Four Star Farms

“Amber Waves of Grain” are probably not the first things that come to mind when thinking about agriculture in Massachusetts. Join Liz E’toile in a discussion of the history and resurgence of grain production in Mass, how to enhance your landscape with ornamental and ancient varieties, and techniques for harvesting and storing grains on a home or small scale. 

Cost - $10.00 for members, $15.00 for non-members. Register now

 
No Class June 6th
 
Vegetable Gardening for Everyone
Thursday, June 20 2013, 7:00pm - 8:30pm    

with Susan Hammond – Principle Master Gardener, Keeper Vegetable Garden

Vegetable GardenVegetable gardening is something everyone can enjoy, from the novice to the experienced gardener. It can be a way to bring fresh food to your table, teach children where food comes from, or even a way to beautify your yard! We’ll look at different types of vegetable gardens and discuss layout, variety choices, and growing techniques.

Cost - $10.00 for members, $15.00 for non-members Register now

 
Hands-on Work Day in Mass Hort’s Vegetable Garden
Saturday, June 22 2013, 9:00am - 1:00pm    

with Mass Hort Garden Keeper Susan Hammond

Susan will be at the Mass Hort Garden to Table vegetable garden from 9am to 1pm to give guided tours, discuss the various growing methods in use, review pest control techniques, and give you a chance do both transplanting and direct seeding of summer crops.

Cost - $FREE for members, $FREE for non-members

 
Floral Design Course - Fall 2013
From Tuesday, September 17 2013
To Tuesday, October 22 2013
7:00pm - 9:00pm Tuesday of each week

This fall Mass Hort will once again offer a six week course for anyone interested in learning the nuts and bolts of how to do a design for a flower show. This course is designed especially for those who would love to enter a flower show but are unsure of how to go about it or are timid and need support and encouragement. This course will be held in the Education Building at Elm Bank on Tuesday evenings from 7 to 9pm from September 17th through October 22nd.

Cost - $100.00 for members, $100.00 for non-members.  Register now

 

About the Massachusetts Horticultural Society

Massachusetts Horticultural Society LogoFounded in 1829, the Massachusetts Horticultural Society is dedicated to encouraging the science and practice of horticulture and developing the public's enjoyment, appreciation, and understanding of plants and the environment.