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Bolz Conservatory Garden WalksBolz Conservatory ExhibitTreasures of the RainforestNovember 12, 2011 - March 18, 2012The rainforests of the world are a tremendous natural resource for people around the world, including Americans. Many of the things consumed every day like fruits, vegetables, ingredients for medicines, and construction materials come from the rainforest. Scientists believe that’s just the tip of the iceberg; there are countless species of plants and animals in the rainforests that haven’t even been discovered yet! Discover various everyday products that originate in the rainforests and see the plants they come from up close!

Admission$2 per person, free to children 5 and under and to Olbrich Botanical Society membersFree from 10 am-noon Wed. and Sat.

Behind-the-Scenes Greenhouse TourWhat would be more warming on a cold winter Saturday than a guided tour and stroll through the warm and green paradise of Olbrich’s tropical greenhouses? Join Conservatory Plant & Wildlife Assistant Cindy Cary for an informative behind-the-scenes visit of the tropical plant room with exotic plants that support the plantings in the Bolz Conservatory, the orchid room with hundreds of different kinds of beautiful orchids, and the production room where spring blooms are nurtured. Bring your camera and questions! Meet in the lobby.

Saturday, January 28, 1-2:30 pmRegistration Deadline: January 1930-09 $15/$12 members

Saturday, February 18, 1-2:30 pmRegistration Deadline: February 930-10 $15/$12 members

Saturday, March 10, 1-2:30 pmRegistration Deadline: March 130-11 $15/$12 members

Join Olbrich staff for informative and fun garden walks. Walks occur snow, rain or shine; cancellations only in the event of dangerous lightning or snow storm. Dress appropriately for the weather. All walks begin in the Visitor Center Lobby. Advance registration required.

Winter Interest Lecture and Night Garden Walk(See page 4 for details.)30-01 $15/$12 members

Spring Into Gardening - Get Ready for the SeasonTake a walk through the outdoor gardens with Olbrich Horticulturist Samantha Peckham as she discusses the best ways to prepare your garden for the season. Learn valuable time-saving tips and sustainable techniques to start your garden on the path to greatness this year.

Tuesday, April 3, 5:30-7 pmRegistration Deadline: March 2730-06 $15/$12 members

Spring Bulbs Garden WalkBe inspired by bulbs in drifts of spring color! Join Olbrich Horticulturist Christian Harper on an informative walk through the outdoor gardens to see the spring bulb color palettes. Learn how you can create an equally stunning bulb display in your home landscape, along with selection and maintenance tips.

Tuesday, April 24, 5:30-7 pmRegistration Deadline: April 1730-02 $15/$12 members

Beyond Green: Exploring Color FoliageJoin Olbrich Horticulturist Christian Harper for a garden stroll focusing on plants with uniquely colored foliage. He will highlight trees, shrubs, perennials, and vines that display foliage colors such as yellow, white, and purple during the growing season. The discussion includes what conditions these colorful plants need to be successful in your landscape, along with selection and maintenance tips.

Thursday, May 17, 6-7:30 pmRegistration Deadline: May 1030-07 $15/$12 members

Celebrate HerbDayJoin the Madison Herbal Institute for exhibits, demonstrations, speakers, and garden walks at Olbrich Botanical Gardens. HerbDay is celebrated nationally to raise public awareness about the signifi cance of herbs in our lives and for our health. Admission and activities are free. For more information call (608)512-9633.

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How to RegisterPre-registration required for all classes and programs except where noted. Registration deadlines are one week before classes. Please register early; class sizes are limited or classes may be cancelled due to low early enrollment. To hold your space in a class, payment is due with registration using check, cash, MasterCard, or Visa. Walk-in registration available when space and supplies allow. Call (608)246-4550 for space availability. If using your volunteer benefi t card, you must pre-register for applicable classes.

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Online Class RegistrationOlbrich Botanical Gardens offers WebTrac online class registration. Use WebTrac to view course offerings and availability at https://www.cityofmadison.com/olbrich/vsiwebtrac.html, or visit Olbrich’s website for a link.

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Food & Beverage AvailabilityOlbrich does not have food available for purchase. Unless otherwise stated, please bring your own snack or lunch to classes that run through lunchtime. Beverage vending machines available for the public in the Visitor Center Lobby.

Cancellations and RefundsCourses cancelled due to low enrollment or hazardous weather conditions are refunded automatically. You’ll be notifi ed by phone if a program is cancelled. Olbrich cannot be responsible for lack of notifi cation if you do not have an answering service. In cases of inclement weather, call (608)246-4550 to check the status of the program. Other than cancellations, registration fees are refunded at the participant’s request only by a seven-day notice.

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LibraryFor more information about gardening and plants, visit Olbrich’s Schumacher Horticultural Library. The library is open daily 10 am to 4 pm (closed holidays). All visitors are invited to use the library. Olbrich members may check out books, videos/DVDs, and magazines.

Gardening Questions?Call the Garden Answer Service at (608)246-5805, send a question by email to [email protected], or visit the library to get answers to your gardening questions.

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Wellness at the Gardens

Heavenly Hips - Use Yoga to Open Your Hips and Relieve Back or Knee PainRelieve stress, pain, and tension in your knees and lower back by opening your hips with this unique yoga hip sequence. Instructor Katie Michel, AAAI yoga certified, will help lead you through the sequence so you can learn how to use and enjoy it on your own at home. Detailed handouts provided. Bring your own yoga mat, water bottle, and wear comfortable clothing.

Sunday, January 22, 1-3 pmRegistration Deadline: January 1720-07 $48 per person

Tending the Garden Within The months when the outdoor garden is sleeping under snow, or just beginning to awaken to the potential of its future flowering and fruiting, provide just the right opportunity to turn within to the hidden garden – the personal garden of inspiration and creative potential. The Tending the Garden Within series is designed to cultivate the integration of body, mind, and spirit so that creative inspiration may grow and bloom in its season. Jody Curley, MA, Certified Heart Rhythm Meditation Instructor and Tai Chi Chuan teacher, will lead you during each session in a structured rhythm of tai chi/chi kung-based movement, seated meditation, and creative “studio time” to write or draw, depending upon personal preference. The goal is not to create a finished work during the session, but to nourish ideas and possibilities. Bring a journal and/or sketchbook and your preferred writing and/or drawing tools. Register for one or both classes as a series. Each class is 8 weeks.

The Dreaming GardenMondays, Jan. 23 - March 12, 6-7:30 pmRegistration Deadline: January 1720-10 $80 per personand/orThe Waking GardenMondays, April 2 - May 21, 6-7:30 pmRegistration Deadline: March 2620-11 $80 per person

Naturopathic Approaches to Healthy Weight LossFad diets and weight loss plans come and go, while many people continue to feel tired and frustrated with their persistent weight gain. To lose weight safely and effectively, all aspects of the body’s physiology need to be optimized to achieve lasting results. Join Dr. Ruddy, a board certified Naturopathic Doctor, to learn about the basic naturopathic tips to help your body properly achieve its ideal weight by losing excess fat and gaining healthy muscle tone.

Wednesday, February 1, 6:30-8 pmRegistration Deadline: January 2510-03 $15/$12 members

Herbs and Wisdom for MenopauseJoin Community Pharmacy Herbalists Jackie Nikolaus and Emily Halapatz for an evening of medicinal herbs and wisdom for menopausal health. Learn which herbs can be useful for self-care to maintain a healthy body throughout menopause. They will share remedies and address specific symptoms such as insomnia, anxiety, and hot flashes. Discover how to nourish and celebrate life changes with holistic herbal medicine. Registration fee includes supplies, a light meal, and a booklet.

Tuesday, March 6, 6:30-8:30 pmRegistration Deadline: February 2810-12 $25/$20 members

Herbs for Beautiful, Healthy SkinKeeping your skin healthy not only improves its appearance, but also is necessary for proper functioning of the skin. Join Jane Hawley, owner of Four Elements Organic Herbals, for an exploration of herbs that are used in beauty as well as remedies for skin ailments. Learn how easy it is to grow many of these plants in your garden and how to make your products at home.

Wednesday, March 7, 6:30-8 pmRegistration Deadline: February 2910-23 $15/$12 members

The Chakra System Displayed in a Garden(See page 6 for details.)Friday, March 16, 6:30-8 pmRegistration Deadline: March 810-25 $15/$12 members

Grow Your Own MedicineThere are many native and non-native, easy-to-grow plants in Wisconsin that can have profound positive effects on your well-being. Learn simple methods to grow and use your own herbal medicine to stay healthy from Jane Hawley, owner of Four Elements Organic Herbals. Even if you have limited space, you can save money by growing medicinal herbs, and add beauty to your home landscape as well.

Thursday, March 22, 6:30-8 pmRegistration Deadline: March 1510-24 $15/$12 members

Spring Tonic HerbsJoin Community Pharmacy Herbalists Liz Bruno and Jackie Nikolaus for an exploration of the herbs that can revitalize by stimulating the liver, kidneys, and digestive organs. Learn how to identify a few common, local, spring tonic herbs. Make and taste some fresh herbal recipes. Registration fee includes supplies, a light meal, and a handout.

Wednesday, May 9, 6:30-8:30 pmRegistration Deadline: May 210-11 $25/$20 members

YogaThis is a participative experiential class for gardeners, nature enthusiasts, and yoga students. Comfortable, loose fitting clothing and a portable mat are recommended; bring a water bottle. Instructor Jonathan A. Garber, RMT, is a certified Kripalu Yoga teacher. Check with the instructor concerning holiday weeks. This class is held outdoors and indoors, depending on weather. Meet in the Lobby.

Mondays, ongoing, 5:30-6:45 pmorThursdays, ongoing, 7:30-8:45 am$12 per session or 9 sessions for $80/Walk-in

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Classes & Workshops for Adults

All About Figs!If you are familiar with Ficus carica, then you know that the taste of a fresh fig is an unforgettable experience. Did you know that you can grow these tasty fruits here in the upper Midwest? With a little care and determination you can annually harvest these special Mediterranean treats. Join fig-lover John Holzwart for this enjoyable presentation and learn how to grow, maintain, winterize, and propagate your own fig trees from cuttings. Ficus carica plants are available for purchase after class to start growing your own edible figs at home. Limited sizes, quantities, and varieties available, depending on suppliers.

Saturday, January 21, 1-3 pmRegistration Deadline: January 1210-07 $15/$12 members

Herbal Soap Making Fun! Old Fashion Soap and FeltmakingJoin Herbalist Linda Conroy for this fun afternoon of soap making. We will start out learning the basics and then dive into a hands-on experience, making soap that you will take home. We will make soap with herbs, as well as fresh goat’s milk. You will also learn how to felt soap, which is a fun way to add a natural washcloth and decorative look to your bar of soap. You will go home with soap made in class, along with the instructions and recipes for making soap and felting soap bars at home. All supplies provided.

Saturday, January 21, 1-5 pmRegistration Deadline: January 1220-18 $68/$55 members

Behind-the-Scenes Greenhouse Tour(See page 1 for details.)

Saturday, January 28, 1-2:30 pmRegistration Deadline: January 1930-09 $15/$12 members

Saturday, February 18, 1-2:30 pmRegistration Deadline: February 930-10 $15/$12 members


The Art Of Japanese Flower Arranging – Ichiyo School of IkebanaThe goal of the art of Japanese flower arranging is to communicate an idea, thought, or emotion through creative form. Discover the basics and more about this artform with Jerome Cushman, certified instructor in the Ichiyo School of Ikebana, and learn to make two flower arrangements that you can repeat at home. You will use the same container, a kenzan (pin flower holder), and flowers and branches to create arrangements with rhythm, balance, and harmony. Flowers and branches supplied. Kenzans available for purchase during class ($11 each). Bring a low ceramic bowl or ceramic pie plate about 10” in diameter and 2” deep, a kenzan, and a pair of by-pass blade flower/garden scissors or hasami.

Saturday, February 4, 1-3 pmRegistration Deadline: January 2620-05 $46/$37 members

Pine Needle Basketry: The Art of CoilingSpend a fun afternoon learning the art of coiling to make a pine needle basket. Herbalist and wild forager Linda Conroy will guide and instruct you on how to start and sew a basket. We will explore various stitching techniques, as well as approaches to incorporating other materials into the design of coiled baskets. You will have the opportunity to select materials for accent on your basket, such as sweetgrass and/or dyed broom corn. You will go home with a kit for continuing to make another pine needle basket at home. Most participants finish a unique small basket before the class is over. Bring a small pair of sharp scissors, thimble, and reading glasses, if needed for close work; other supplies provided.

Saturday, February 4, 1-5 pmRegistration Deadline: January 2620-40 $56/$45 members

Designing and Installing a Food ForestFood forests, or edible forest gardens, are life-filled places that not only provide food for people but habitat for wildlife, carbon sequestering, biodiversity, natural

soil building, beauty and tranquility, and much more. Join Madison Area Permaculture Guild Founder Kate Heiber-Cobb and learn the basics of designing, planting, and maintaining a many-layered woodland garden of fruit and nut trees, along with perennial and annual vegetables and flowers.

Tuesday, February 7, 6:30-8:30 pmRegistration Deadline: January 3110-13 $15/$12 members

Annuals for ScentWhile fragrance can be a subjective quality in the garden, there are certain annuals that are sure to please our olfactory perception and appreciation. Scent adds another dimension to the garden, and a wide range of fragrant annuals and tropicals can help achieve the goal of scent in the daytime and evening garden. Join Mark Dwyer of Rotary Gardens and learn about a wide range of annuals for sun, part sun, and shade that will add fragrance to your garden.

Monday, February 13, 6:30-8:30 pmRegistration Deadline: February 610-04 $15/$12 members

Winter Interest Lecture and Night Garden WalkJoin Olbrich’s Director of Horticulture Jeff Epping for a presentation highlighting outstanding plants and garden features for winter interest in the home garden. He will discuss the various plants and features, and then take you on an awe-inspiring night garden walk. Dress appropriately for the weather.

Thursday, February 16, 6-8 pmRegistration Deadline: February 930-01 $15/$12 members

Sprouting Sprouts and Growing Micro-GreensSprouting and growing micro-greens are easier than you think and tasty too! Join Educator Roger Reynolds from Infiltrating Landscapes and learn how to grow various sprouts and micro-greens -- greens that are harvested when they are quite young. He will discuss everything you need to know to start, maintain, and harvest your own sprouts and micro-greens, and then you will start some of your own to take home. Growing a mix


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of salad greens can be a healthy, fun, and decorative way to garden indoors during the winter months! Supplies included.

Monday, February 20, 6:30-8:30 pmRegistration Deadline: February 1320-27 $38/$30 members

Help Your Vegetable Garden Produce Like a Vegetable FarmLearn how to produce more organic vegetables in your garden! Madison Farmworks’ Claire Strader and Megan Cain will focus on intermediate and advanced gardening skills including garden planning and layout to facilitate crop rotation, cover cropping, plant schedules and succession planting for maximum production, and the top tips for a highly productive vegetable garden. They will also share their favorite vegetable varieties that are best suited for our climate.

Wednesday, February 22, 6-8 pmRegistration Deadline: February 1510-20 $38/$30 members

Weeds and Invasive Plants in Our LandscapeWe all have a few weeds growing here and there in our yards, but most properties also have more insidious invasive species that can spread rapidly and plunder natural areas. Frank Hassler from Good Oak Ecological Services will discuss invasive plants and some of the common ornamental plants that are becoming invasive, too. Find out what these “bad” plants are and how to stop them from spreading in your landscape and neighborhood.

Thursday, February 23, 6:30-8:30 pmRegistration Deadline: February 1610-48 $15/$12 members

Introduction to Painting in Soft PastelMany students ”fall in love” with pastels after taking this comprehensive one-day workshop from Professional Artist Kay Brathol-Hostvet! Soft pastels are fun to use, colorful, versatile, and expressive. You’ll be introduced to this fascinating dry painting medium through a variety of exercises on different papers, completing two or three different nature-based works

during the day. A supply list will be sent to you; all papers for this introductory class provided. Bring a bag lunch. This workshop is appropriate for all skill levels.

Sunday, February 26, 9:30 am-4:30 pmRegistration Deadline: February 1620-46 $91/$73 members

The Good, the Bad, and the Hungry - Wildlife in Your GardenHave you ever wondered what kind of critters are living in your garden or who has been munching on your veggies or ornamental plants? Join Olbrich Horticulturist Samantha Peckham and learn how to identify both the good and bad critters in your garden. After determining who is living in your garden, she will then discuss how to attract and promote the 'good guys' while deterring and keeping out the 'bad guys.'

Tuesday, February 28, 6:30-8 pmRegistration Deadline: February 2110-09 $15/$12 members

Herbal Tea: From the Garden to the TeacupThis class is an herbal tea guide to planning, growing, harvesting, drying, blending, and brewing herbal tea - taking tea lovers from the garden to the teacup. Steepmaster and Herbalist Lauri Lee of the Madison Herb Society will teach you how to turn herbs that you can grow in your garden into a delightfully flavored and healthy cup of tea. Familiarize yourself with the taste and scent of herbs and what blends well together to create your own signature tea blend. Discover tips you need to know to begin blending and brewing unique herbal teas that are as healthy for the body as they are pleasing to the palate. Each participant will blend and taste teas in class, and receive an herbal guide to take home that will help you develop herbal tea blends with confidence.

Tuesday, February 28, 6-8:30 pmRegistration Deadline: February 2120-06 $40/$32 members

Inspiration From English GardensEngland is a mecca for the most incredible gardens in the world and a never-ending source of inspiration to every gardener lucky enough to visit. Join Olbrich’s Director of Horticulture Jeff Epping, for an in-depth look at some of the most famous English gardens, as well as hidden gems. Great gardens like Kew, Sissinghurst, Wisley, and Great Dixter are full of innovative design ideas that you can incorporate into your own landscape. See through Epping’s camera what England’s renowned gardeners like Beth Chatto, Fergus Garrett, and Vita Sackville-West created in their garden masterpieces. And, of course, feel free to “recycle” as many ideas as you’d like into your own garden!

Wednesday, February 29, 6-7:30 pmRegistration Deadline: February 2210-05 $15/$12 members

Stunning Plants for Dazzling EffectsA current trend in garden design is called “mixed-usage.” In the past, herbs were relegated to the herb garden, vegetables to the vegetable garden, perennials to the border...you get the picture. With decreased home garden size and the explosion of interest in container gardening, we are now setting ourselves free from past boundaries and restrictions and creating combinations with colorful, riotous effects. Annuals, perennials, tropicals, edibles – even trees and shrubs – you won’t look at plant combinations the same again. Allen Centennial Gardens’ Director Ed Lyon will show you stunning, dazzling plant combinations that you can duplicate in your home landscape, and he will discuss the plants that create them.

Thursday, March 1, 6:30-8:30 pmRegistration Deadline: February 2310-19 $15/$12 members


Classes & Workshops for Adults Low Maintenance, Sustainable Gardening With Edibles WorkshopFrom low-maintenance gardens to edibles, this day-long workshop will cover strategies to grow an efficient, self-sufficient garden. Educator Roger Reynolds from Infiltrating Landscapes will discuss nature’s “weed and feed,” simple composting, lasagna gardening, edible landscaping, organic practices, and much more to help you plant and maintain a healthy, nourished edible garden and landscape. Bring a bag lunch.

Saturday, March 3, 9 am-4 pmRegistration Deadline: February 2320-28 $50/$40 members

Way of NatureJoin Miriam Hall, nationally recognized Zen Arts Instructor and Miksang Photography Teacher, for this creative class on haiku and Miksang contemplative photography. Spend the weekend immersing yourself in the beauty of Olbrich’s outdoor gardens while working with perception. You will learn how nature influences our perceptions and how to develop those perceptions into art others can enjoy and experience directly. No previous writing experience required; familiarity with your digital camera recommended. Dress for indoor and outdoor activities. Bring a digital camera, writing utensil, notebook, and bag lunch. All levels welcome. For adults and youth grades 9 and up; each attendee pays the registration fee.

Sat. & Sun., March 3 & 4, 9 am-5 pmRegistration Deadline: February 2320-16 $63/$50 members

Native Plants for Any GardenIf you are interested in using Wisconsin native plants in your landscape but aren’t sure where to start, join Frank Hassler and Joy Follendorf from Good Oak Ecological Services in this class. They will talk about plants that are “winners” for various locations so you can find some that will work well in your landscape, while providing natural beauty unique to our Wisconsin region.

Monday, March 12, 6:30-8:30 pmRegistration Deadline: March 510-47 $15/$12 members

Perennial Plant CombinationsWhether a shady corner or a sunny border, the difference between a ho-hum garden and one that gets rave reviews is well-thought-out plant combinations. Concentrating on perennials, Monches Farm Horticulturist Zannah Crowe will help you learn how to select plants that partner well together. Create a visually striking and harmonious look for your garden using color, texture, height, and bloom!

Tuesday, March 13, 6:30-8:30 pmRegistration Deadline: March 610-60 $15/$12 members

Fun With Garden Fencing - Keeping Wildlife Out of the GardenGarden fencing - How high? How deep? What kind? It’s ugly! Fences to keep wildlife out of your garden can be effective and aesthetically pleasing in your home landscape. Educator Roger Reynolds from Infiltrating Landscapes will share various fencing ideas and tricks to make fencing “disappear” in your landscape.

Wednesday, March 14, 6:30-8:30 pmRegistration Deadline: March 710-17 $15/$12 members

The Chakra System Displayed in a GardenCreating an outdoor chakra garden can connect you to your body, soul, and landscape. Enjoy an evening viewing and hearing about this type of garden design where each chakra (energy center) of your physical body correlates with a different location in your garden. This garden is designed to foster healing and develop relaxation, balance, and harmony. Jane Hawley, owner of Four Elements Organic Herbals, will discuss how this garden design is based on an Eastern style of healing and will suggest plants and methods to grow your own chakra-based garden, as featured recently in Horticulture Magazine.

Friday, March 16, 6:30-8 pmRegistration Deadline: March 810-25 $15/$12 members

Top Fifty Plants for Birds in WisconsinLearn about some of the best native plants to attract Ruby-throated Hummingbirds, American Goldfinches, Eastern Bluebirds, Indigo Buntings, Cedar Waxwings, various wood-warblers, and more. Mariette Nowak, author of Birdscaping in the Midwest, will discuss how to select the right plants for your location and birds you wish to attract. Preferred habitats for these birds will also be included, along with tips on planting and maintaining your bird-friendly garden. For adults and youth grades 9 and up. Each person attending this class pays the registration fee.


Grow Your Own Medicine(See page 3 for details.)Thursday, March 22, 6:30-8 pmRegistration Deadline: March 1510-24 $15/$12 members

Designing Garden 'Guilds' in Your Home LandscapeIn nature plants form communities, groups of species that support one another, which are called 'guilds' by permaculture designers. Some plants will build soil fertility, others attract pollinators, some deter pests, and others perform many additional important functions. These communities are more pest and drought-resistant, resilient, and productive than individual plants growing alone or in a monoculture. Join Madison Area Permaculture Guild Founder Kate Heiber-Cobb and learn the basics of designing ‘guilds’ for residential landscapes in ways that save resources, are beautiful, and reduce maintenance costs.

Tuesday, March 27, 6:30-8:30 pmRegistration Deadline: March 2010-14 $15/$12 members

Sensational ShrubberyShrubs are the “workhorses” of our gardens and should never be taken for granted. Mark Dwyer of Rotary Gardens will help you discover a wide range of available shrubs, including those that frequently get passed over for the common or ubiquitous selections.


Classes & Workshops for AdultsFeatures such as flowers, foliage, texture, form, wildlife interest, fall color, bark, and showy fruits may help dictate the sensational shrubs you choose for your home landscape. He also will discuss how to select appropriate shrubs for various settings, which is vital to maximize plant health and appearance.


Color in the GardenGood use of color can make a garden design a real success. Landscape Architect Joan Ziegler of Ziegler Design and Associates will discuss the basics of color theory and how to create impact, ambience, and mood with different flower and leaf color combinations.


Wisconsin Roses 101 The Basics of Growing RosesRoses can provide endless opportunities in your home landscape, and you can grow them! Karen Mezera of the Madison Rose Society will help you learn the basics of selecting, growing, and maintaining the most hardy, disease-resistant, pest-free roses that are easily grown in our area. She will discuss types of roses, where and how to plant, and how to maintain roses, including best practices for feeding, pruning and watering. Where to purchase healthy rose plants and information about the local Rose Society and the American Rose Society (ARS) included.

Thursday, March 29, 6:30-8:30 pmRegistration Deadline: March 2210-53 $15/$12 members

Color StrategiesColor is the most familiar element of design - and the most complex. Understanding basic color theory goes a long way in making you a better designer and artist, whether you want to paint a canvas or decorate a room, design your own quilts or plan your garden for the most visual impact. Professional Artist Kay Brathol-Hostvet combines lecture, numerous handouts, and several hands-on projects to help you become more fluent in the language of color and more

confident in the application of color theory in your designs. A supply list will be sent to you; many materials provided. Bring a bag lunch.

Saturday, March 31, 9:30 am-4:30 pmRegistration Deadline: March 2220-49 $91/$73 members

Basketweaving: Melon BasketLearn to weave and complete a traditional melon basket in only four hours! Join Basketmaker Diane Hermann and learn the art of basketweaving by making a 10” diameter round, flat-bottomed melon basket. Your finished melon basket will be made from your choice of natural or colored reeds and an oak handle. This basket is perfect for carrying fruit from your garden, serving bread rolls at meals, storing toiletries, and much more! All supplies provided.

Saturday, March 31, 12-4 pmRegistration Deadline: March 2220-48 $68/$55 members

Annual GrassesThe developments in annual grasses for the home landscape have been amazing over the past decade. Seasonal grasses can offer color, form, and texture in any garden or container. Mark Dwyer of Rotary Gardens will show you some of the most interesting annual grasses out on the market and share examples of how they have been successfully utilized in the landscape.

Tuesday, April 3, 6:30-8:30 pmRegistration Deadline: March 2710-08 $15/$12 members

Establishing a Woodland GardenMany people are interested in using native plants in their landscape, but are not sure where to start. Frank Hassler from Oakwood Ecological Services will discuss Wisconsin native plants that are “winners” in various conditions, so you can find some that will work well and look great in your home garden.

Wednesday, April 11, 6:30-8:30 pmRegistration Deadline: April 410-49 $15/$12 members

Wisconsin Roses 201 Growing Florist-type RosesHave you dreamed of being able to grow those big, beautiful florist-type roses? Join Karen Mezera of the Madison Rose Society and learn how to successfully grow more than shrub, species, and Old Garden Roses. She will discuss and recommend the best hybrid tea, floribundas, mini-flora, and miniature roses for our area. All aspects of rose plant selection, planting, care, diseases and pests, and maintenance are included in this presentation.

Wednesday, April 18, 6:30-8:30 pmRegistration Deadline: April 1110-54 $15/$12 members

Beautiful No-Mow YardsTired of mowing? Let award-winning author Evelyn Hadden help you rethink your yard. See an array of inspiring designs by everyday gardeners plus easy ideas from landscape professionals that you can adapt to your own yard, from lively prairies to elegant edibles to lawnless stroll gardens to low-care living carpets. Learn some first steps you can take to reduce your maintenance and expenses while making your landscape more eco-friendly. Savor the comfort, functionality, and beauty of a no-mow yard! Author book signing of her recently published book, Beautiful No-Mow Yards, follows the presentation. Olbrich’s Meadow Garden and Prairie Dropseed Meadow are featured in this book. Books available for purchase in Olbrich’s Growing Gifts Shop.

Thursday, April 19, 6:30-8:30 pmRegistration Deadline: April 1210-37 $15/$12 members

Pruning Demonstration and PointersPruning is essential to the optimal health of trees and shrubs, but it is feared even by experienced gardeners. Join Olbrich’s Director of Horticulture Jeff Epping and Horticulturist Samara Eisner as they dispel the fear by teaching when, where, and what to cut. They will discuss pruning techniques and then demonstrate on live trees and shrubs in the outdoor gardens. Dress appropriately for the weather.

Sunday, April 22, 9 am-12 pmRegistration Deadline: April 1220-09 $45/$36 members


Classes & Workshops for Adults Vintage Wisconsin GardensAs Wisconsin’s population moved from farmstead into villages, towns, and cities, the state saw a growing interest in gardening as a leisure activity and source of civic pride. Author Lee Somerville will introduce you to the region’s ornamental gardens of the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, showcasing the “vernacular” gardens created by landscaping enthusiasts for their own use and pleasure. See an array of inspiring gardens from our recent past that you can make in your own landscape. Author book signing of her recently published book, Vintage Wisconsin Gardens: A History of Home Gardening, follows the presentation. Books are available for purchase in Olbrich’s Growing Gifts Shop.

Tuesday, April 24, 6:30-8 pmRegistration Deadline: April 1710-41 $15/$12 members

Beyond Parsley and Chives: Starting a Kitchen Herb GardenReady to start expanding your herb garden beyond parsley and chives, but can’t decide which herbs to grow and need tips on how to cook with them? Learn the herbal basics with Herbalist Lauri Lee of the Madison Herb Society. You will get to see, touch, smell, and taste the top 12 culinary herbs, and then learn how to grow, harvest, and cook with the herbs that great cooks use the most. Each participant receives herb recipe samplings to taste in class and a Beyond Chives and Parsley herb book and recipes to take home.

Tuesday, April 24, 6-8:30 pmRegistration Deadline: April 1720-31 $40/$32 members

Lower-maintenance Alternatives to Your Home LandscapeJoin Olbrich’s Director of Horticulture Jeff Epping as he discusses lower-maintenance garden alternatives for both sun and shade. He will highlight successful plantings that you can incorporate into your home garden - from small- and large-scale serene groundcover plantings to brilliantly-colored, drought-tolerant perennial combinations as displayed in Olbrich’s

new gravel gardens. In this time of high energy costs and reduced leisure time, sustainable lower-maintenance gardening makes good sense, so come see all of the great choices available for you to work less in your garden and enjoy it more!

Thursday, April 26, 6:30-8 pmRegistration Deadline: April 1910-42 $15/$12 members

Shady CharactersJoin Richard Eyre from Rich’s Foxwillow Pines Nursery, Inc. for an in-depth look at conifers and woody plants for the shade. He will discuss the shade and cultural considerations of plants that do best in shade and share images of beautiful, inspiring shade gardens. He will include great gardening information from his experience as a life-long gardener and nurseryman that will help you develop your own garden of 'shady characters.'

Thursday, April 26, 6:30-8:30 pmRegistration Deadline: April 1910-62 $15/$12 members

Art of Seeing - Garden PhotographyThis two-day intensive workshop is a great way to take your photography to the next level. Taught by Professional Photographer John Gregor, you will have the opportunity to work one-on-one with an instructor during field-shoots in Olbrich’s gardens and Bolz Conservatory. Each day includes practice of the principles covered during the lectures, discussions, and photograph feedback in a supportive atmosphere. We will review the basic camera functions of a digital SLR-type camera and discuss the fundamentals of the photographic medium. Most importantly, we will discuss how to SEE photographs, and put all these principles to practice while taking photographs. Bring a digital SLR-type camera with manual controls for focus and exposure settings (or auto with manual overrides), tripod, cable release, and a bag lunch. Dress appropriately for the weather. All experience levels welcome. For adults and youth ages 16 and older; each attendee pays the registration fee.

Sat. & Sun., April 28 & 29, April 28: 8 am-4:30 pm; April 29: 8 am-4 pmRegistration Deadline: April 1920-39 $199 per person

Silver Leaf JewelryRecreate a perfect replica of nature as jewelry. Learn a fun new way to create a pure silver leaf, using a fresh leaf and Precious Metal Clay (PMC), from Artist Sherry Viktora. PMC is a mixture of tiny particles of silver in an organic clay and water base, allowing you to mold or paste shapes using real plant materials. After shaping or pasting and drying, your piece is fired and finished. You will take home a beautiful .999 pure silver jewelry leaf. All tools and supplies are provided. Extra tools and materials are available for purchase, if you wish to continue creating fine silver jewelry at home. Bring a small leaf or select from small leaves provided. Your leaf should not be large, very shiny (e.g.. Holly) or extremely fuzzy (e.g.. Lamb’s Ear), and it should have either pronounced veining or an interesting shape for best results. Bring a bag lunch.

Sunday, April 29, 9 am-4 pmRegistration Deadline: April 1920-23 $69/$55 members

Wings and Petals: How to Attract Butterflies to Your YardLearn how to lure swallowtails and other magnificent butterflies to your yard with butterfly enthusiast and Photographer Ann Thering. Good nectar sources for butterflies and food plants for their caterpillars will be covered, emphasizing native plants. Some horticultural varieties will also be discussed. You will learn key butterfly gardening design features, and how to identify common backyard butterflies and their caterpillars.

Tuesday, May 8, 7-8:30 pmRegistration Deadline: May 110-30 $15/$12 members


Classes & Workshops for Adults Spring Bus TourOrnamental Container GardensLoved by small and large space gardeners alike, containers are a fabulous way to dress up your patio, deck, or balcony. In this workshop, Olbrich’s Director of Horticulture Jeff Epping and Horticulturist Mark Shimasaki will guide you on how to plant containers with overflowing beauty. You will go home with one finished ornamental container with plants appropriate for the lighting conditions you indicate. Upon registration, please indicate whether you prefer sun or shade plants. All materials supplied.

Wednesday, May 16, 6:30-8:30 pmRegistration Deadline: May 920-26 $80/$64 members

Flowering Hanging BasketMoss baskets, European gardens, or hanging gardens ... whatever you call them, they are gorgeous! Learn how to use moss to make hanging containers, as well as which plants you should use, and how to keep them looking beautiful all summer long. Olbrich’s Director of Horticulture Jeff Epping and Horticulturist Samara Eisner will give you all the information, guidance, and plant material you need to make one massive display of hanging beauty! You will go home with one finished basket. Upon registration, please indicate whether you prefer sun or shade plants. All materials supplied.

Thursday, May 24, 6:30-8:30 pmRegistration Deadline: May 1720-15 $78/$62 members

Chicago Flower & Garden ShowVisit the Chicago Flower Show with its “Hort Couture” theme. The show’s 25-plus gardens will draw inspiration from textures and colors found in plants and fabrics, as well as alluring and beautiful elements found in nature. Transportation, show admission, lunch, and an afternoon snack included. Visit www.olbrich.org for more details. Please send separate checks for bus tour registration and Olbrich class registration.

Thursday, March 15Registration Deadline: February 29 $110/$100 member

Become a member and receive a 20% discount on education programs!Please send separate checks for class registration and membership.

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Bouquet of BenefitsFree admission to exhibits including Olbrich’s Blooming Butterflies, free admission to Bolz Conservatory, 10% discount in gift shop, discounts on classes and trips, library borrowing privileges, newsletters, and reciprocal benefits at gardens across the country.

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Learn + Play Together

Family classes are a great opportunity for parents or caregivers to spend quality time with their children. Activities are designed so that adults and children can explore together. Children grades 2 and under must be accompanied by an adult; limit two age-appropriate children per adult; adult attends free. Advance registration required. Dress for the activity and weather. If inclement weather, call (608)246-4550 to confirm.

Toddler Story & Stroll: Rainforest Romp Play and learn with your youngster in this fun, hands-on series that focuses on the rainforest and early childhood basics. Classes include a story, a stroll through the Bolz Conservatory, and theme-related activities designed for you and your preschooler to spend quality time together. Sign up for one class or the entire series. Ages 2-4 with an adult.

Colors in the RainforestFriday, February 3, 10-11 amRegistration Deadline: January 2650-01 $9/$7 members

Numbers in the RainforestFriday, February 10, 10-11 amRegistration Deadline: February 250-02 $9/$7 members

Shapes in the RainforestFriday, February 17, 10-11 amRegistration Deadline: February 950-03 $9/$7 members

Toddler Story & Stroll: Reading in the Rainforest Play and learn with your youngster in this fun, hands-on series that focuses on literacy and creativity. Classes include a story, a stroll through the Bolz Conservatory, and theme-related activities designed for you and your preschooler to spend quality time together. Sign up for one class or the entire series. Ages 2-4 with an adult.

Where the Wild Things AreTuesday, March 6, 10-11 amRegistration Deadline: February 2850-04 $9/$7 members

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The LoraxTuesday, March 13, 10-11 amRegistration Deadline: March 650-05 $9/$7 members

The Great Kapok TreeTuesday, March 20, 10-11 amRegistration Deadline: March 1350-06 $9/$7 members

Toddler Story & Stroll: Down by the Pond Play and learn with your youngster in this fun, hands-on series that focuses on the wet and wild world around Olbrich’s pond. Classes include a story, a walk to Olbrich’s pond, and theme-related activities designed for you and your preschooler to spend quality time together. Sign up for one class or the entire series. Ages 2-4 with an adult.

Down by the PondFriday, April 27, 10-11 amRegistration Deadline: April 1950-07 $9/$7 members

Terrific TurtlesFriday, May 4, 10-11 amRegistration Deadline: April 2650-08 $9/$7 members

Fantastic FrogsFriday, May 11, 10-11 amRegistration Deadline: May 350-09 $9/$7 members

Morning in the RainforestJoin us in this behind-the-scenes class and help prepare the Bolz Conservatory and its animals for another busy day. Work side-by-side with staff as you feed the birds and fish. Learn about the animals and how to care for their environment in the Conservatory. Class takes place before the Conservatory opens. Space is limited, register early! Grades 1-5 with an adult.

Saturday, March 17, 8:30-9:30 amRegistration Deadline: March 860-18 $11/$9 members

Flower FairiesJoin us for flower fairy fun! Learn the myth and lore of flower fairies, look for fairy flowers in the outdoor gardens, and plant an enchanted flower fairy garden complete with your own fairy to take home! All materials included. Grades K-2 with an adult and grades 3-5.

Sunday, April 29, 1-2 pmRegistration Deadline: April 1960-21 $10/$8 members

Nighttime in the Jungle: Rainforest NightlifeWhat happens in the Bolz Conservatory when the lights go off? Do the plants sleep? What animals come out at night in a tropical rainforest? Join us for this fun class as we discover the nocturnal world of a tropical rainforest and learn what happens in the Bolz Conservatory when the sun goes down. Class includes an after-dark walk through the Bolz Conservatory. Grades K-3 with an adult.

Friday, February 3, 6:30-7:30 pmRegistration Deadline: January 2660-13 $10/$8 members

Nighttime in the Jungle: Rainforest SoundsThe rainforest is a noisy place! Through squeals, hisses, grunts, howls, and songs, the creatures of the rainforest are constantly communicating. In this nighttime class we will explore the different sounds of the rainforest. Class includes an after-hours walk through the Bolz Conservatory and theme-related activities. Grades K-3 with an adult.

Friday, March 2, 6:30-7:30 pmRegistration Deadline: February 2360-14 $10/$8 members

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Botanical DyesInstead of coloring your eggs with a kit from the store, why not come to Olbrich and learn how to use natural plant dyes to color eggs? Find the hidden color in plants and celebrate Earth Day in this “green” class. Class includes a stroll through the outdoor gardens. Dyes provided; you bring up to six hard-boiled eggs per paid participant. Dress for the activity and the weather. Grades K-2 with an adult and grades 3-5.

Wednesday, April 4, 10-11:30 amRegistration Deadline: March 2860-01 $12/$10 members

Twilight in the GardensExperience the magic of twilight in Olbrich’s outdoor gardens on the first full moon of spring. Join us as we explore the science of the seasons and the full moon and discover the beauty of the gardens in early spring. Dress for the weather. Grades K-2 with an adult and grades 3-5.

Thursday, April 5, 7:30-8:30 pmRegistration Deadline: March 2960-09 $10/$8 members

Advance registration required.

Introduction to Painting in Soft Pastel(See page 5 for details.)Sunday, February 26, 9:30 am-4:30 pmRegistration Deadline: February 1620-46 $91/$73 members

Way of Nature(See page 6 for details.)Sat. & Sun., March 3 & 4, 9 am-5 pmRegistration Deadline: February 2320-16 $63/$50 members

Top Fifty Plants for Birds in Wisconsin(See page 6 for details.)Saturday, March 17, 1-2:30 pmRegistration Deadline: March 810-21 $15/$12 members

Color Strategies(See page 7 for details.)Saturday, March 31, 9:30 am-4:30 pmRegistration Deadline: March 2220-49 $91/$73 members

Art of Seeing - Garden Photography(See page 8 for details.)Sat. & Sun., April 28 & 29, April 28: 8 am-4:30 pm; April 29: 8 am-4 pmRegistration Deadline: April 1920-39 $199 per person

NEW! Kicks for Kids ConcertsSundays, 2-3 pm$1 donation appreciated/Walk-in

Family Folk MusicFox and BranchFebruary 19, 2-3 pm

Fox and Branch make everything they play their own, while respecting and carrying on the traditions of the music that inspires them. The straightforward and upbeat style of their show connects with people of all ages and walks of life. They bring years of experience, love of the music and a winning way with an audience to every one of their performances.

Songs & Stories from Around the Earth (English and Spanish bilingual program)Clare NorellesMarch 18, 2-3 pm

Clare Norelles’s appreciation for cross-cultural sharing is contagious. With participatory stories, songs, movement, and friendly humor, she engages children and helps them feel connected with each other, with their communities, and with people and places far away. Cuentos y Cantos en Dos Idiomas / Stories and Songs in Two Languages - Folk tales, songs, and games that help children have fun learning a new language, whether Spanish or English, as they sing together and connect with each other across linguistic differences.

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Free AdmissionAttend the 6th Annual Wisconsin Gourd Festival at Olbrich! Enjoy live music, purchase gourds and supplies from vendors, talk with artists, attend a class, receive gourd growing information, and more. A gourd art competition, silent auction, and raffl e are part of the event. Admission to the Wisconsin Gourd Festival and parking are free. Pre-registration and fees required to attend each workshop. To register for a workshop, contact Olbrich by calling (608)246-4550 or visiting www.olbrich.org/education. For more information about the festival visit www.americangourdsociety.org/WIGS/.

Gourd Carving - Level 1Gourd Artist Gary Kvalheim will help you learn the basics of gourd cleaning and carving using a rotary carving tool and your imagination. You will leave this class with lots of new skills, knowledge about which bits to use for desired effects, and information to continue working at home.

You bring one medium-sized gooseneck or birdhouse-type gourd (6”-8”), work gloves, rotary carving tool (Dremel), 20-piece diamond bit set by Tool Shop (No. 242-3193), dust mask, and safety goggles. Dress for the activity. Beginner skill level welcome.

Saturday, April 14, 9 am-12 pmRegistration Deadline: April 520-51 $62/$50 members

Easy to Clean Gourd BirdhouseLearn the basics of gourds and gourd art from Wes and Jill Nelson. You will learn how to grow, dry, and clean gourds, and then create a unique birdhouse to take home that is easy to clean out at the end of a nesting season. Gourds, tools, dyes, and string for hanging the birdhouse provided. Bring a dust mask, gourd saw (if you have one), and a Dremel. Dress for the activity. Beginner to advanced skill levels welcome.


Beaded Swirl on a GourdStarting with a cleaned and prepared gourd, Gourd Artist Regina Riley will take you step-by-step through creating a beautiful swirl bead design as you coil pine needles on the gourd’s outside surface. Pine needles, thread, beads, and sewing needle provided. Bring a cleaned 6”-8” gourd. All

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Coiling with AgatesArtist terri schmit will help you learn how to add palm infl orescence as a coiling material to a prepared gourd, and then how to coil and add an agate to your gourd as a focal point. All supplies provided, including gourd and agate. All skill levels welcome.

Saturday, April 14, 1-4 pmRegistration Deadline: April 520-54 $56/$45 members

Wire Wrapped Gourd LuminaryDiscover how to wire wrap sea glass to create a functional and decorative gourd luminary. Gourd Artist Cathy Frosch-Hellen-brand will demonstrate various techniques and help you create your own luminary to take home. Most supplies provided, including prepared gourd and sea glass. Bring a wire cutter, lead pencil, and a cutting tool of your choice (Dremel with carving bur, X-Acto knife with saw blade, etc.). Dress for the activity. Beginner to advanced levels welcome.

Saturday, April 14, 1-4 pmRegistration Deadline: April 520-55 $56/$45 members

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