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SUMMARY:Gardening for Watershed Conservation
DESCRIPTION:Gardening for Watershed Conservation – Mt. Cuba Center (Hockessin\, DE)\nDate: Saturday\, March 21\, 2026\nTime: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM\nPrice: $199\nLocation: Mt. Cuba Center\, 3120 Barley Mill Rd\, Hockessin\, Delaware \nGrow your ecological skills at Gardening for Watershed Conservation\, a full-day workshop at Mt. Cuba Center designed to help gardeners protect local watersheds with sustainable landscape strategies. This session covers stormwater management\, soil health\, erosion prevention\, and water-wise planting techniques that work with Delaware’s natural water flows. Participants learn how to design gardens that capture and absorb rainfall\, support native wildlife\, and reduce runoff into streams and rivers. \nThis comprehensive class combines expert instruction with hands-on examples and practical design principles you can apply in your own garden or landscape projects. It’s ideal for home gardeners\, landscape professionals\, and anyone passionate about healthy ecosystems and water conservation. \nHighlights of the Workshop: \n\nUnderstanding watershed function and conservation basics\nTechniques for building rain gardens and improving soil infiltration\nSelecting native plants that enhance water absorption and wildlife habitat\n\nRegistration: Advance ticket purchase is required through the Mt. Cuba Center event page.  \nAbout Mt. Cuba Center: A nationally recognized botanical garden and education center in Hockessin\, Delaware\, Mt. Cuba Center advances plant conservation\, ecological gardening\, and nature-based learning experiences year-round.
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LOCATION:Mt. Cuba Center\, 3120 Barley Mill Road\, Hockessin\, DE\, 19707\, United States
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SUMMARY:Explore the Art of Bonsai Using Native Trees
DESCRIPTION:Explore the Art of Bonsai Using Native Trees – Mt. Cuba Center (Hockessin\, DE)\nDate: Saturday\, March 21\, 2026\nTime: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM\nLocation: Mt. Cuba Center\, 3120 Barley Mill Rd\, Hockessin\, Delaware \nDiscover how to bring the ancient art of bonsai into the Delaware landscape at Explore the Art of Bonsai Using Native Trees — a hands-on workshop at Mt. Cuba Center led by experienced bonsai artist Brian Tuel. During this immersive session\, participants explore the history\, fundamental elements\, and stylistic approaches of bonsai\, all tailored to native tree species suited to the Mid-Atlantic region. You’ll learn how to select\, plant\, train\, and care for your young specimen tree\, and go home with your own bonsai ready for long-term growth. Attendees should bring sharp pruners or scissors and garden gloves to make the most of the experience. \nThis in-person class also offers a rain date of Saturday\, March 28\, 2026 if needed. \nWhat You’ll Experience: \n\nHistory and cultural roots of bonsai gardening\nTechniques for training and shaping native trees\nBest practices for long-term care in Delaware gardens\nTake-home bonsai starter plant and expert guidance\n\nRegistration: Tickets are required for this workshop and are available through the Mt. Cuba Center ticket portal. \nAbout the Venue: Mt. Cuba Center is a renowned botanical garden and education center focused on native plants and ecological gardening in Hockessin\, Delaware\, with gardens open to the public seasonally and classes offered year-round.
URL:https://delawareads.com/event/explore-the-art-of-bonsai-using-native-trees/
LOCATION:Mt. Cuba Center\, 3120 Barley Mill Road\, Hockessin\, DE\, 19707\, United States
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SUMMARY:Craft a Colorful Tote
DESCRIPTION:Craft a Colorful Tote – Mt. Cuba Center (Hockessin\, DE)\nDate: Saturday\, March 21\, 2026\nTime: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM\nLocation: Mt. Cuba Center\, 3120 Barley Mill Rd\, Hockessin\, Delaware \nGet creative at Craft a Colorful Tote\, a hands-on workshop at Mt. Cuba Center where you make your own durable\, no-knit felted tote bag perfect for carrying a bottle of wine\, gardening tools\, or everyday essentials. Led by fiber artist Sara Setzer\, this session introduces the ancient craft of wet felting using merino wool and vibrant fiber accents\, walking you step by step from material selection to finished product. Please bring your lunch so you can stay fully engaged from start to finish. \nThis in-person class runs from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM on March 21\, 2026\, with a rain date scheduled for Saturday\, March 28\, 2026 if needed. \nWhat You’ll Do: \n\nLearn the basics of wet felting and fiber layering\nCreate a one-of-a-kind tote bag with hands-on instruction\nExplore texture and color techniques with natural fibers\n\nRegistration Info: Tickets are required and available through the Mt. Cuba Center ticket portal. \nVenue Snapshot: Mt. Cuba Center is a celebrated botanical garden and education center focused on native plant conservation\, creative workshops\, and ecological learning in Hockessin\, Delaware.
URL:https://delawareads.com/event/craft-a-colorful-tote/
LOCATION:Mt. Cuba Center\, 3120 Barley Mill Road\, Hockessin\, DE\, 19707\, United States
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SUMMARY:Building Drystack Walls
DESCRIPTION:Building Dry-Stack Walls (Section B) – Mt. Cuba Center (Hockessin\, DE)\nDate: Sunday\, March 22\, 2026\nTime: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM\nLocation: Mt. Cuba Center\, 3120 Barley Mill Rd\, Hockessin\, Delaware \nLearn traditional stonework at Building Dry-Stack Walls (Section B)\, a hands-on workshop at Mt. Cuba Center that focuses on constructing dry-stack stone walls without mortar. This session builds on the foundational skills covered in Section A and deepens techniques for selecting and fitting stones for stability and design. Throughout the class\, participants work collaboratively with experienced instructors to craft a functional section of wall while learning about stone “batter\,” leveling\, and safe lifting practices.  \nThis workshop provides an in-person learning experience with opportunities to practice real-world stone-stacking techniques and will take place outdoors on the Mt. Cuba Center grounds\, weather permitting. \nWhat You’ll Learn: \n\nAdvanced dry-stacking techniques for stone wall building\nHow to choose and fit stones for structural integrity\nSlope alignment and drainage considerations for garden walls\n\nRegistration: Advance registration and ticket purchase are required through the Mt. Cuba Center event portal.  \nAbout the Venue: Mt. Cuba Center is a native plant-focused botanical garden and education center in Hockessin\, Delaware\, offering ecological workshops\, seasonal gardens\, and community classes year-round.
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