NEW YEAR, NEW GARDEN
It's almost a new year and that means a new gardening season is right around the corner! As every gardener knows, there is never a lack of projects to do in the garden. Each year, we reflect on the past and set intentions for the future, and this year will be no different—which means it’s time to begin thinking of resolutions and goals for 2024!
HERE ARE SOME GREAT RESOLUTIONS TO CONSIDER IN THE NEW YEAR:
1. THROW OUT OLD MATERIALS
Start your new year off right by throwing away any expired or damaged materials so that you can start the new year with some new gear.
2. TREAT YOURSELF TO A GARDENING BOOK
Treat yourself in the new year! A new gardening book can give you new techniques and methods to try. The Farmers’ Almanac and The Heirloom Gardener are great choices!
3. START SOMETHING FROM SEED
Make sure you’re taking extra care of your plant to yield something vigorous and healthy! Dry, wilted blooms are great for seeds. Consider harvesting these to have seeds come spring, or choose something new from our great selection of herb, veggie and flower seeds.
4. COMPOST YOUR KITCHEN SCRAPS
Composting is not only good for the environment, but a great money saver. Consider composting your kitchen scraps this year!
5. PLANT ONE (OR MORE) NATIVE PLANTS
A native plant is adapted to your soil and climate. They’re easy to grow and provide a habitat for birds and beneficial insects.
6. BUILD A RAISED GARDEN BED
A raised bed can be an easy and creative way to make maintenance of your garden easier!
7. GO ECO FRIENDLY & SUSTAINABLE
Rethink your water use, clear out herbicides and pesticides, and manage weeds and pests without dangerous chemicals.
8. PLANT A FLOWER FOR THE BEES
Each year, the number of bees rapidly decreases due to climate change and parasites, among other things. Bee-friendly plants like bee balm, salvia, zinnia, cosmos and sedum are perfect for your garden.
9. CREATE A BIRD FEEDER
Birds bring song and movement to the garden, plus they can keep certain pests at bay. We invite you to join our class on January 18th, where you can create your own Winter Bird Feeder Wreath.
10. SPEND MORE TIME IN YOUR GARDEN
Schedule time out in your day to spend some time in your garden. Aside from maintenance and actual planting, sometimes it’s nice to just sit and relax! Once the weather heats up, designate a spot for you to sit and enjoy the day amongst the flowers. Your garden and your blood pressure will thank you!
Planning the Perfect Garden
Winter is an excellent time to prepare and plan ahead for your spring garden. So, what exactly can you do right now to prepare for spring? This is that time of the year that we gardeners dream of all that we want to plant in the new season. Is this the year you decide to plant fruit trees? Or is this the year you plan to create your dream landscape?
Whatever your desire, check out these links below to help you plan the additions to your garden, and remember that we offer landscape design consultations that continue during the winter months. Whether you are starting from scratch, or you are wanting to refresh the styling of one certain area of your garden, we can help you solve any challenges you might have. We are full of great ideas and know exactly what plants to suggest for your specific areas! If you are interested in speaking with a designer, please contact the nursery and we will set up a time to meet with you.
Better Homes & Gardens
Have you been wanting to plant a garden, but not sure where to start? These garden designs will guide you in the right direction to creating the garden you’ve always dreamed of! You can also attend our first class of 2024, Designing Your Garden Landscape for a chance to learn how to plot your garden spaces.
House and Garden
Preparing a garden plot for planting is an important step in the process of creating a garden. A well thought out design does not have to be hard. If you plan before you plant, your landscape will beautifully endure for years to come without any costly and time-consuming alterations or additions.
We’ve got some exciting news! For the first time, we are offering classes in January. This year, we plan to host classes on pruning, bulb planting, seed starting, seasonal gardening, arts including macrame plant hangers, stepping stones, bird feeder wreaths and so much more! Make sure to keep an eye on our website, as we are continuing to add even more fun and exciting new classes for the 2024 season. We look forward to connecting with you all in the New Year!
UPCOMING CLASSES AT NEW LEAF NURSERY
Designing Your Garden Landscape
Wednesday,January 17, 2024
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
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Our first class of the year is every gardener’s dream in the winter time! Join our newest teacher Brianna, for an opportunity to learn how to plot your garden spaces and help you understand how to select the right plants for your areas based on zone, size, and light, as well as what you can do to deter deer and other local ‘adversaries’ of the gardener. Make sure to bring a photo of the area of your yard or garden you would like to plant, and Brianna will assist you in drawing a plan.
This class is intended for the design of a designated space in your garden; due to the length of the class, full landscape designs must be scheduled with our landscape designer, Cassie through the nursery; design fees apply. The class will be taught in the white building located in the center of the south end of the nursery property (weather permitting).
Create A Winter Bird Feeder Wreath
Thursday,January 18, 2024
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
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Come celebrate winter and create an all natural winter wreath that acts as not only a decorative accent in the winter garden, but also feeds out feathered friends during the lean times of the seasons when food is scarce. You will be provided with all materials to create the project. Please bring a glue gun, a few glue sticks, a pair of wire cutters and a pair of scissors to the class.
This class will be taught in the white building located in the center of the south end of the nursery property (weather permitting). You can find parking on the westside of the building.
Macrame Plant Hanger
Saturday,January 20, 2024
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Meet Kelly, local designer at Clove Hitch Design Co. Kelly’s work is featured daily in our garden center, and she has also shown her work in our community festivals. Kelly will teach you how to create a natural woven plant hanger to compliment your home! Kelly’s work can be seen on Instagram @clovehitchdesignco.
The class will be taught in the white building located in the center of the south end of the nursery property (weather permitting). Parking is on the west side of the building. Also, please note that in order to create this project, some standing will be required.
The Art of Seed Starting
Wednesday, January 31, 2024
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
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This class covers everything you need to know to feel comfortable and confident in starting seeds indoors during the winter months, to give them a strong healthy jump start on the Spring gardening season. Brianna will show you what supplies you will need to be successful in your seed starts along with tips on timing, and step-by-step instructions – from how to sow seeds and also tend to young seedlings. Seed starting supplies will be available for sale during the class.
The class will be taught in the white building located in the center of the south end of the nursery property (weather permitting). Parking is on the west side of the building.
PLEASE NOTE
In order for New Leaf Nursery to create successful events for everyone involved, class attendance for every class must be at a minimum of 8 people.
A new year means a fresh start and new opportunities, in life and in your garden. As one year ends, and another begins, we want to thank you for your patronage and support of our endeavors at New Leaf!
From all of us at New Leaf Nursery, we send our very best wishes to all of you for a year filled with beautiful color, tall growing plants, lavish vines, robust gardens, and remarkable growth on your trees!
