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 The Arbor Gate and Daisy are thrilled to be mentioned in the March 2007 issue of Southern Living. |
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 NEW! Leaf an Impression! - Class ASaturday, August 23, 10am  Cost: $20 due upon registration
The holidays are coming! Get a head on the season by joining us to make works of art using leaves and concrete that will make wonderful gifts for your gardening friends. You will go home with beautiful finished leaves, some to finish at home and easy instructions to make more. You will be amazed at your creations! NEW! How to attract Hummingbirds to Your GardenSaturday, September 6, 10am  Eddie Holik, Director of Horticulture Houston Museum of Natural Science
Eddie will educate us on the different varieties of hummers and how to identify them. He will concentrate on the very best plants to attract hummingbirds. Fall Vegetable GardeningSaturday, September 13, 10am  Bill Adams, county extension agent emeritus, garden writer and photographer with Tom LeRoy, Montgomery County Extension agent.
Fall can be the best time for vegetable gardening in Houston. Learn what varieties are best for our area and when to plant them. Hear other tips from these two entertaining pros. Enjoy healthy eating with your own produce. Tom and Bill are the authors of the wonderful new book, The Southern Kitchen Garden. They will stay for a book signing. Fused Glass Garden TileSunday, September 14, Noon 
Designs by Char
Cost: $35 due upon registration. Experience the magic of glass! Students taking Char's class will create an amazing fused glass piece. Each piece is a unique, one-of-kind expression of the artist. Conversation With RandyThursday, September 18, 10am - Noon  Insights into Gulf Coast Gardening with KTRH's Gardenline host.
GardenLine is where Houston’s Gardners listen for expert advice on everything from aphids to zoysias. Randy is a Texas Aggie with a wealth of knowledge about gardening in Houston. NEW! Insects-Good Guys or Bad Guys?Saturday, September 20, 10am Dee Howell, Houston Parks Department Believe it or not most insects we see around are good guys. Dee will help you tell which is which and how to achieve a balance in your yard and garden. She will focus on using particular plants to attract beneficial insects. Simplify Your Life Through OrganicsTuesday, September 23, 10am Dr. Mike Amaranthus, Mycorrhizal Applications and John Ferguson, Nature’s Way Resources Dr Mike has published over 100 scientific articles on Mycorrhizal fungi-those natural and beneficial fungi for the soil. Nature’s Way produces the very best organic mulches, composts and landscaping soils. NEW! Dichroic JewelryThursday, September 25, 10am Designs by Char Cost: $40 due upon registration Design your own fused glass pendant NEW! Stained Glass Stepping StoneFriday, September 26, 10am Designs by Char Cost: $45 due upon registration Personalize a stepping stone for your garden to give as a gift or keep for yourself. NEW! Leaf an Impression! - Class BSaturday, September 27, 10am Mary Anderson
Cost: $20 due upon registration The holidays are coming! Get a head on the season by joining us to make works of art using leaves and concrete that will make wonderful gifts for your gardening friends. You will go home with beautiful finished leaves, some to finish at home and easy instructions to make more. You will be amazed ar your creations! Fall into GardeningSunday, September 28, Noon Linda Gay, Director Mercer Arboretum Spring isn’t the only time for gardening! Linda, horticulturist with Mercer, and one of our most popular speakers will give insights into successful gardening in our most pleasant season. New plants as well as those tried and true varieties. NEW! Fall is for PerennialsSaturday, October 4, 10am  Doug Welsh, professor and extension horticulturist, Texas Agri Life
Doug will outline his “starter kit” for a perennial flower border, showcasing plants for our area. His sense of humor about gardening appeals to the budding green thumb in all of us. He will stay for a book signing for his latest book, The Texas Garden Almanac. NEW! Hypertufa PotsTuesday, October 7, 10am  Mary Anderson
Cost: $50 due upon registration Come ready to play in the mud, take home a large planter that will last for years, and as an added bonus, a wonderful sense of accomplishment! You have probably seen them featured in magazines and on televison, beautiful faux stone planters and troughs that look like they were carved long ago. Here is your chance to make one for your garden (without the mess in your garage!) NEW! Hypertufa PotsSaturday, October 11, 10am Mary Anderson
Cost: $50 due upon registration Come ready to play in the mud, take home a large planter that will last for years, and as an added bonus, a wonderful sense of accomplishment! You have probably seen them featured in magazines and on televison, beautiful faux stone planters and troughs that look like they were carved long ago. Here is your chance to make one for your garden (without the mess in your garage!) NEW! Herbs with Drinks and AppetizersTuesday, October 14, 10am Ann Wheeler, Log House Herbs and Chef Chris Crowder  What to do with the summer’s herbal harvest plus the herb favorites of fall. Add new flavors to your cool season entertaining. Ann will provide tips on growing herbs through the seasons while Chris will tempt you with new culinary creations.Randy LemmonSaturday, October 18, 11am-1pm Host of KTRH’s Gardenline
Got questions? He’s got answers! Randy is a Texas Aggie with a wealth of knowledge about gardening in Houston. Many Houstonians listen to his expert advice each weekend. Here’s your opportunity to get that same great advice firsthand. Welding I - Class ASaturday, October 18, Noon  Learn basic welding skills with noted metal artist Charles Strack. You will take home your own work of art.
$185 fee due upon registration Welding I - Class BSunday, October 19, Noon Learn basic welding skills with noted metal artist Charles Strack. You will take home your own work of art.
$185 fee due upon registration Herbs 101Thursday, October 23, 10am Ann Wheeler, Log House Herbs
Learn the basics of herb growing-easier than you think! Ann will focus on bed preparation and growing information for your favorite herbs. She will also include information on maintaining your herb garden. Lastly, expect to receive some tasty herbal recipes. Southern HeirloomsSaturday, October 25, 10am  Chris Weisinger, Southern Bulb Company
Chris shares his passion for rescuing rare and heirloom flower bulbs. The story behind The Southern Bulb Company is a fascinating one. Chris, a graduate of A & M and the founder of Southern Bulbs has spent years rescuing and growing the south’s finest rare, naturalized and heirloom bulbs. Many of these bulbs will be for sale at The Arbor Gate. Welding IISunday, October 26, Noon A more advanced class for those who have taken Welding I $185 Fee due upon registration Gardenin’ and Grillin’ with HerbsSaturday, November 1, 10am Ann Wheeler, Log House Herbs and Chef Chris Crowder
This popular event features the use of herbs in Texas style cooking. You will learn how to grow and harvest herbs. Then sample some of Chef Chris’ great grilling recipes. Tastings galore! Deck The HallsThursday, November 6, 4-7pm  Let The Arbor Gate staff help you prepare your home for the holidays. Use indoor and outdoor accessories to complete the look of your holiday home. The evening includes seminars on decorating your home and garden for the season.NEW! Fused Glass OrnamentsSaturday, November 8, 10am Designs by Char Cost: $40 due upon registration. Discover the magic of glass! Char will help you design and then create original pieces. You will take home three heirloom holiday ornaments NEW! Potpourri-Fragrance from the GardenSaturday, November 22, 10am  Susan Wood
Susan has been growing and using herbs in Houston for over 30 years. Learn how to harvest and dry herbs and flowers to use in potpourri. Susan will demonstrate the art of potpourri, share original recipes and talk about our enigmatic sense of smell. The Arbor Gate will have essential oils, fixatives and bulk materials available to make your own potpourri at home. This is a perfect time to prepare a holiday blend for gifts and personal use. Christmas Open HouseSaturday, December 6, 4-7pm  We all look forward to our most popular annual event. Each year the fun grows with live music and refreshments. The nursery is decked out in all it’s finery to create that Christmas ambiance. Come and enjoy a relaxing shopping experience at your favorite garden center!Coffee With RandyThursday, December 11, 10am - Noon An informal visit with KTRH’s Gardenline host.
GardenLine is where Houston’s Gardners listen for expert advice on everything from aphids to zoysias. Randy is a Texas Aggie with a wealth of knowledge about gardening in Houston. |
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