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SUMMARY:Waterwise Landscaping: Simple Solutions to Save Water
DESCRIPTION:Waterwise Landscaping: Simple Solutions to Save Water\nPresented by Alison O’Connor (CSU Extension Horticulture Specialist)\n  \nDetails: \n\nDate: Saturday\, January 24\nDoors: 9:15 am\nClass: 9:30 am – 11:00 am\nTickets: $18\nFood & drinks will not be provided but you are welcome to bring your own.\n\n  \nCourse Description \nMaking your garden and landscape more water efficient can include easy changes to current irrigation regimes\, proper plant selection\, and using landscape best management practices. Join Alison O’Connor from CSU Extension as she discusses recommendations for waterwise practices that will help save you money – and make your landscape more sustainable. \n  \nPresented by Alison O’Connor\, PhD \nAlison O’Connor is the Colorado State University Extension Horticulture Specialist in Larimer County. She’s been with Extension for twenty-one years. Alison coordinates the Larimer County Master Gardener  program and assists homeowners and industry with horticultural questions. She attended Iowa State University and The Ohio State University\, majoring in horticulture\, and completed her Ph.D. at Colorado State University in 2014\, studying nursery tree production and landscape establishment. In her spare time she enjoys golfing\, tending to her backyard chickens\, and baking delicious treats for friends. \n  \nClick Here to Register \n  \nRefund Policy \nPlease note that refunds can only be accepted up to 2 days in advance of the event. We will make an exception if the attendee cancels due to illness. Refunds are processed through Eventbrite and not directly by Fort Collins Nursery. You must sign into your Eventbrite account to process a refund request. Eventbrite transaction fees are non-refundable. \n  \nClick here for a list of all our 2026 Winter Workshops
URL:https://fortcollinsnursery.com/event/xeriscape-gardening/
LOCATION:Fort Collins Nursery\, 2121 E. Mulberry St.\, Fort Collins\, 80524
CATEGORIES:At the Nursery,Classes,Featured
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SUMMARY:2026 Winter Workshops
DESCRIPTION:Jan 24 • Jan 31 • Feb 7\nSave the dates for our highly anticipated 2026 Winter Workshops. This year’s courses cover many exciting gardening/ horticulture topics and are presented by some of Colorado’s top experts. We’re also including three hands-on courses so you can get your hands dirty! You’ll learn new techniques and improve your gardening skills while the rest of the world waits longingly for Spring. \nThis year we are offering 90-minute classes on Saturdays from Jan 24 – Feb 7. \n  \n\n\nWaterwise Landscaping: Simple Solutions to Save Water\nPresented by Alison O’Connor\, PhD (CSU Extension Horticulture Specialist) \n\nJan. 24th\n9:30-11am\n$18\n\n\n\n\nMore Information Here \n\n\n\nHome Composting Basics\nPresented by Jamie Blanchard-Poling (Compost Queen) \n\nJan. 24th\n12-1:30pm\n$18\n\nMore Information Here \n\nDIY Terrariums: Building Tiny Worlds\nPresented by Eri Matsumura (Fort Collins Nursery) \n\nJan. 24th\n2:30-4pm\n$52\nAttendees will create their own terrariums. Be ready to get your hands dirty!\n\nMore Information Here \n\n\nBest Lawn on the Block\nPresented by Alison O’Connor\, PhD (CSU Extension Horticulture Specialist) \n\nJan. 31st\n9:30-11am\n$18\n\nMore Information Here \n\n\nSpigot to Drip Irrigation\nPresented by Eric Olson (City of Fort Collins Utilities) \n\nJan. 31st\n12-1:30pm\n$18\n\nMore Information Here \n\n\nPlant Photography\nPresented by Beth Lewis (Meadow Pro) \n\nJan. 31st\n2:30-4pm\n$28\nAttendees will take photos in our greenhouse. Make sure to bring your phone\, point and shoot camera\, or DSLR!\n\nMore Information Here \n\n\nDesigning A Magical Kingdom: Immersive Garden-Making that Reflects Surroundings and Self\nPresented by Lauren Springer (Designer\, Author\, & Plantswoman) \n\nFeb. 7th\n9:30-11am\n$22\n\nMore Information & Waitlist Here \n\n\nVegetable Growing in Northern Colorado\nPresented by Jon Weiss  (Horticulturist\, Master Gardener) \n\nFeb. 7th\n12-1:30pm\n$18\n\n\nMore Information Here \n\n\nMacrame Plant Hangers\nPresented by Regina Baukol (Elevated Houseplants) \n\nFeb. 7th\n2:30-4pm\n$54\nAttendees will create their own plant hangers. Be prepared to use your hands! \n\nMore Information Here
URL:https://fortcollinsnursery.com/event/2026-winter-workshops/
CATEGORIES:At the Nursery,Classes,Featured
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DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260124T133000
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SUMMARY:Home Composting Basics
DESCRIPTION:Home Composting Basics\nPresented by Jamie Blanchard-Poling (Compost Queen)\n  \nDetails: \n\nDate: Saturday\, January 24\nDoors: 11:45 am\nClass: 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm\nTickets: $18\nFood & drinks will not be provided but you are welcome to bring your own.\n\n  \nCourse Description \nLearn how to make rich soil fertilizer from garden and kitchen scraps – right in your own yard! This ninety minute course covers the basics of home composting and advanced management techniques from the Compost Queen herself. By the end of the course\, you’ll understand how to properly locate a compost pile\, manage feedstocks\, process organics and how to use your finished materials. Whether you’re a total beginner or seasoned soil scientist\, this course will improve your home composting and collections.  \nJamie Blanchard-Poling\n  \nPresented by Jamie Blancard-Poling \nStarted in 2018\, Compost Queen is the local composting service created by Jamie Blanchard-Poling\, a longtime environmental steward and nature lover. Inspired by her passion for renewable energy and zero waste\, Jamie started Compost Queen to provide Northern Colorado with an achievable option for home composting. Compost Queen has won Small Compost Manufacturer of the Year from the United States Composting Council\, and Jamie has previously served as the Co-Chair of the Colorado Composting Council. Compost Queen currently operates the Fort Collins Food Waste Composting Pilot Program and has diverted over 800\,000 pounds of food scraps from Larimer County Landfills.  \n  \nClick Here to Register \n  \nRefund Policy \nPlease note that refunds can only be accepted up to 2 days in advance of the event. We will make an exception if the attendee cancels due to illness. Refunds are processed through Eventbrite and not directly by Fort Collins Nursery. You must sign into your Eventbrite account to process a refund request. Eventbrite transaction fees are non-refundable. \n  \nClick here for a list of all our 2026 Winter Workshops
URL:https://fortcollinsnursery.com/event/home-composting-basics/
LOCATION:Fort Collins Nursery\, 2121 E. Mulberry St.\, Fort Collins\, 80524
CATEGORIES:At the Nursery,Classes,Featured
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SUMMARY:DIY Terrariums: Building Tiny Worlds
DESCRIPTION:DIY Terrariums: Building Tiny Worlds\nEri Matsumura (Fort Collins Nursery)\n  \nDetails: \n\nDate: Saturday\, January 24\nDoors: 2:15 pm\nClass: 2:30 pm – 4:00 pm\nTickets: $52\nFood & drinks will not be provided but you are welcome to bring your own.\n\n  \nCourse Description \nCreate your very own plant terrarium with guidance and instruction from Fort Collins Nursery’s Eri Matsumura! This hands-on course will cover the step-by-step process for planning and decorating your own terrarium. We will cover planting techniques\, plant recommendations\, care\, and maintenance tips for these creations. The following materials will be provided: \n\nGlass Terrarium\n2 X miniature plants\nSoil\nCharcoal\nDecorative Rock.\n\n*Attendees will create their own terrariums. Be ready to get your hands dirty! \n  \nPresented by Eri Matsumura \nEri Matsumura is a CSU alumni and an urban jungle enthusiast! She has been with Fort Collins Nursery for eight years. Eri has a vast collection of over 100 indoor houseplants and is a multidisciplinary artist with two fine art degrees. Eri believes that growing and caring for plants is also an art form\, and loves to exercise that creativity with indoor gardening. \n  \nClick Here to Register \n  \nRefund Policy \nPlease note that refunds can only be accepted up to 2 days in advance of the event. We will make an exception if the attendee cancels due to illness. Refunds are processed through Eventbrite and not directly by Fort Collins Nursery. You must sign into your Eventbrite account to process a refund request. Eventbrite transaction fees are non-refundable. \n  \nClick here for a list of all our 2026 Winter Workshops
URL:https://fortcollinsnursery.com/event/terrarium-building/
LOCATION:Fort Collins Nursery\, 2121 E. Mulberry St.\, Fort Collins\, 80524
CATEGORIES:At the Nursery,Classes,Featured
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SUMMARY:Best Lawn on the Block
DESCRIPTION:Best Lawn on the Block\nPresented by Alison O’Connor (CSU Extension Horticulture Specialist)\n  \nDetails: \n\nDate: Saturday\, January 31\nDoors: 9:15 am\nClass: 9:30 am – 11:00 am\nTickets: $18\nFood & drinks will not be provided but you are welcome to bring your own.\n\n  \nCourse Description \nAre you overwhelmed by the information on turfgrass and what to believe? Join turf expert Alison O’Connor from CSU Extension to learn how to maintain a sustainable lawn in Colorado. She will discuss mowing\, fertilization\, watering\, and species selection\, including grass varieties to consider that use fewer inputs.   \n  \nPresented by Alison O’Connor\, PhD \nAlison O’Connor is the Colorado State University Extension Horticulture Specialist in Larimer County. She’s been with Extension for twenty-one years. Alison coordinates the Larimer County Master Gardener  program and assists homeowners and industry with horticultural questions. She attended Iowa State University and The Ohio State University\, majoring in horticulture\, and completed her Ph.D. at Colorado State University in 2014\, studying nursery tree production and landscape establishment. In her spare time she enjoys golfing\, tending to her backyard chickens\, and baking delicious treats for friends. \n  \nClick Here to Register \n  \nRefund Policy \nPlease note that refunds can only be accepted up to 1 day in advance of the event. We will make an exception if the attendee cancels due to illness. Refunds are processed through Eventbrite and not directly by Fort Collins Nursery. You must sign into your Eventbrite account to process a refund request. Eventbrite transaction fees are non-refundable. \n  \nClick here for a list of all our 2026 Winter Workshops
URL:https://fortcollinsnursery.com/event/best-lawn-on-the-block/
LOCATION:Fort Collins Nursery\, 2121 E. Mulberry St.\, Fort Collins\, 80524
CATEGORIES:At the Nursery,Classes
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SUMMARY:2026 Winter Workshops
DESCRIPTION:Jan 24 • Jan 31 • Feb 7\nSave the dates for our highly anticipated 2026 Winter Workshops. This year’s courses cover many exciting gardening/ horticulture topics and are presented by some of Colorado’s top experts. We’re also including three hands-on courses so you can get your hands dirty! You’ll learn new techniques and improve your gardening skills while the rest of the world waits longingly for Spring. \nThis year we are offering 90-minute classes on Saturdays from Jan 24 – Feb 7. \n\n  \n\n\nBest Lawn on the Block\nPresented by Alison O’Connor\, PhD (CSU Extension Horticulture Specialist) \n\nJan. 31st\n9:30-11am\n$18\n\nMore Information Here \n\n\nSpigot to Drip Irrigation\nPresented by Eric Olson (City of Fort Collins Utilities) \n\nJan. 31st\n12-1:30pm\n$18\n\nMore Information Here \n\n\nPlant Photography\nPresented by Beth Lewis (Meadow Pro) \n\nJan. 31st\n2:30-4pm\n$28\nAttendees will take photos in our greenhouse. Make sure to bring your phone\, point and shoot camera\, or DSLR!\n\nMore Information Here \n\n\nDesigning A Magical Kingdom: Immersive Garden-Making that Reflects Surroundings and Self\nPresented by Lauren Springer (Designer\, Author\, & Plantswoman) \n\nFeb. 7th\n9:30-11am\n$22\n\nMore Information & Waitlist Here \n\n\nVegetable Growing in Northern Colorado\nPresented by Jon Weiss  (Horticulturist\, Master Gardener) \n\nFeb. 7th\n12-1:30pm\n$18\n\n\nMore Information Here \n\n\nMacrame Plant Hangers\nPresented by Regina Baukol (Elevated Houseplants) \n\nFeb. 7th\n2:30-4pm\n$54\nAttendees will create their own plant hangers. Be prepared to use your hands! \n\nMore Information Here
URL:https://fortcollinsnursery.com/event/2026-winter-workshops-2/
CATEGORIES:At the Nursery,Classes,Featured
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DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260131T133000
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SUMMARY:Spigot to Drip Irrigation
DESCRIPTION:Spigot to Drip Irrigation\nPresented by Eric Olson (City of Fort Collins Utilities)\n  \nDetails: \n\nDate: Saturday\, January 31\nDoors: 11:45 am\nClass: 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm\nTickets: $18\nFood & drinks will not be provided but you are welcome to bring your own.\n\n  \nCourse Description \nAre you interested in supporting the local pollinators and wildlife by creating a planting bed in your landscape? Looking to add some color and texture to your yard? Consider a spigot-to-drip setup that can operate from a homes’ water spigot. Several companies have drip kits designed just for this\, they are easy to set up and work well to deliver consistent water to the planting bed and make your landscape shine with color and support our local wildlife. Whether using a kit or building a custom system\, drip irrigation is a great way to create a space in the landscape to bring you peace\, solitude and explore the “life after lawn” benefits. \n  \nPresented by Eric Olson \nEric Olson is the Irrigation Specialist at Fort Collins Utilities and has been with the City of Fort Collins since 2007. He created the commercial landscape and irrigation standards for water conservation which have been adapted by several Colorado municipalities and cities. Eric reviews irrigation plans for commercial developments and assists residents as they transform their irrigation systems to improve efficiency and reduce water demands on the landscape. He is certified in irrigation design\, irrigation auditing and backflow protection. Eric is a retired Certified Water Professional (CWP) and is currently in his 16th year as an instructor for The Irrigation Association. He is also a Master Gardener for Larimer County. \n  \nClick Here to Register \n  \nRefund Policy \nPlease note that refunds can only be accepted up to 2 days in advance of the event. We will make an exception if the attendee cancels due to illness. Refunds are processed through Eventbrite and not directly by Fort Collins Nursery. You must sign into your Eventbrite account to process a refund request. Eventbrite transaction fees are non-refundable. \n  \nClick here for a list of all our 2026 Winter Workshops
URL:https://fortcollinsnursery.com/event/irrigation-101/
LOCATION:Fort Collins Nursery\, 2121 E. Mulberry St.\, Fort Collins\, 80524
CATEGORIES:At the Nursery,Classes,Featured
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DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260131T160000
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SUMMARY:Plant Photography
DESCRIPTION:Plant Photography\nPresented by Beth Lewis (Meadow Pro)\n  \nDetails: \n\nDate: Saturday\, January 31\nDoors: 2:15 pm\nClass: 2:30 pm – 4:00 pm\nTickets: $28\nFood & drinks will not be provided but you are welcome to bring your own.\n\n  \nCourse Description* \nThis class is for anyone looking to photograph plants with their phone\, point and shoot camera\, or DSLR! Learn photographic principles and fundamental elements to improve your plant photography throughout the year. The class will include tips for beautiful\, successful images\, available tools you can use (some of which you likely have at home)\, and considerations in making your images. We’ll venture into the greenhouse for a workshop\, using what we learned. Bring whatever you’d like to take pictures with to class! \n*Attendees will take photos in our greenhouse. Make sure to bring your phone\, point and shoot camera\, or DSLR! \n  \nPresented by Beth Lewis \nBeth Lewis has spent nearly 20 years photographing various subjects along the Front Range. She received her Bachelor’s in Fine Art Photography from Colorado State University\, and in addition to working as a full-time product photographer for 10 years\, her experience includes real estate photography\, portraits\, and wedding photography (all those beautiful florals!). 3 years ago\, Beth began photographing gardens and plant closeups for Meadow Pro\, and adores photographing plants! \n  \nClick Here to Register \n  \nRefund Policy \nPlease note that refunds can only be accepted up to 2 days in advance of the event. We will make an exception if the attendee cancels due to illness. Refunds are processed through Eventbrite and not directly by Fort Collins Nursery. You must sign into your Eventbrite account to process a refund request. Eventbrite transaction fees are non-refundable. \n  \nClick here for a list of all our 2026 Winter Workshops
URL:https://fortcollinsnursery.com/event/plant-photography/
LOCATION:Fort Collins Nursery\, 2121 E. Mulberry St.\, Fort Collins\, 80524
CATEGORIES:At the Nursery,Classes,Featured
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