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Principles of Garden Design Workshop 1

Workshop 1 Tickets Come learn about the art of garden design! This garden design series in two parts explores the principles of garden design and the characteristics of popular garden styles. The series, led by Pat Sobosik, will cover design basics, design styles, and plant combinations. The first workshop on Friday, March 8 from 1:30 to 3 pm will cover garden design basics and the principles and characteristics of English cottage gardens and Victorian gardens. The second workshop will be…

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March 8, 2024 @ 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm

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Workshop 1 Tickets
Come learn about the art of garden design!
This garden design series in two parts explores the principles of garden design and the characteristics of popular garden styles. The series, led by Pat Sobosik, will cover design basics, design styles, and plant combinations.
The first workshop on Friday, March 8 from 1:30 to 3 pm will cover garden design basics and the principles and characteristics of English cottage gardens and Victorian gardens.
The second workshop will be on Saturday, March 9 from 1:30 to 3 pm. You can find more information about this workshop here.
Specific plant pairings, examples of designs, and selected plant lists will be provided at each workshop.
About Pat Sabosik 
Pat Sabosik is the owner of Silver Spade Garden Design, LLC, and an advanced Master Gardener. She manages the UConn Master Gardener Pollinator Garden at the Hill-Stead Museum and is active in the Garden Club of New Haven. She is a frequent speaker on garden design, pollinator gardens, and native plants for gardens.
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The ticket price is per day. If you wish to attend both workshops, please purchase two tickets.
Non-members | $25 per person
Members | $20 per person

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