CREATE A RAINGARDEN SERIES: STOPPING WATER WHERE IT DROPS:
Sponsored by Cities of Maplewood, Shoreview and Ramsey-Washington Metro Watershed District. For more information about the series, please call Sage RWMWD at 651-792-7958.
1. A RAINGARDEN FOR YOUR YARD: Classroom Session
Wednesday, March 5th, 7-9 pm - preregister by February 28.
Location: Shoreview Community Center, 4580 Victoria St. North, in the Shoreview Room
This class provides an introduction to raingardens and their purpose in improving water quality. Get inspired by the many design options in your community and then take it to the next level by participating in the site assessment and design workshops in May. Presented by Landscape Designer Joe Lochner, Ramsey Conservation District.
2. RAINGARDEN SITE ASSESSMENT: Drainage & Soils
Thursday, May 8, 6:00 -8:00 pm. - preregister by May 5
Location: 947 Transit Ave in Roseville (a private residence)
Learn how to analyze your site, test for soil infiltration & determine your drainage area. Follow up this class by doing this assessment in your own yard and bring results to the next class to help in the design of your own raingarden. Taught by a landscape designer from Ramsey County.
3. RAINGARDEN DESIGN WORKSHOP: Garden Layout & Plant Design
Tuesday, May 20th, 6:30 -8:30 pm. - preregister by May 16
Pre-requisite: Site Assessment Session
Location: Maplewood Nature Center, 2659 7th ST. E., Maplewood, MN 55119
Use information gathered in your site assessment to design your own raingarden. Figure out how to resolve drainage issues! Get assistance on your design plan from instructors, & Master Gardeners. Bring a map of your site and the results of your infiltration test. Taught by landscape designer Joe Lochner, Ramsey Conservation District.
Fees for any of these classes: FREE!
To register call Shelly @ 651-792-7965 at Ramsey Washington Watershed District (RWMWD) or send an e-mail to shelly.melser@rwmwd.org.RAINGARDEN FOR YOUR YARD – INTRO/DESIGN COMBINATION CLASSES
Sponsored by: Blue Thumb, East Metro Resource Education Program, RWMWD & Washington Conservation District. For more information about these classes contact Angie Hong at 651- 275-1136 x.35.
Choose one of the following dates & locations:
Tuesday, March 4th, 6-7:30pm - preregister by Feb. 28
Location: Washington Conservation District Office, 455 Hayward, Ave. N, Oakdale
Tuesday, March 11, 6-7:30 pm - preregister by March 7.
Location: Woodbury City Hall, 8301 Valley Creek Rd, Council Chambers.
MAINTAINING YOUR EXISTING RAINGARDEN CLASSES (Adult)
Already have a raingarden but need a few tips on keeping it in tip top shape? These are for you.
1. RAINGARDEN RESCUE!
Tuesday, April 8, 6:30 – 8:00 pm,
Location: Maplewood Nature Center, 2659 E. 7th St., Maplewood, MN 55119.
Has your rain garden been overrun by weeds? Does it need a few new plants or a complete overhaul? Come get tips on how to rescue your raingarden and make it the garden of your dreams. See slides of the new plants and designs. We’ll answer questions and help you figure out where to start. Fee: FREE, but space is limited. Call (651) 249-2170 or email info[at]maplewoodnaturecenter.com to register by April 3rd.
2. DIVIDE & CONQUER- RAINGARDEN DEMO
Tuesday, May 13, 6:30-7:30 pm
Location: TBD
It’s spring clean-up time for raingardens. Come learn how to cut back old vegetation, divide and transplant perennials, and prevent erosion at the inlet. We’ll also cover strategies for dealing with overly aggressive plants. Meet us in the neighborhood for this outdoor demonstration. Dress for the weather. Fee: Free, but space is limited. Call (651) 249-2170 or email info[at]maplewoodnaturecenter.com to register by May 11th.
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