Native Woody Plant Materials

A large variety of native trees, shrubs, and woody vines are now available in the trade, and many are superior choices for planting in the New England landscape. This course surveys the horticultural features of native woody plants, with attention to wild-type species as well as cultivars with outstanding characteristics. Information on flowering time, growth habits, cold hardiness, special requirements, and design considerations is presented. Designed for anyone wanting to work at a professional level with native plants, the course is also appropriate for the avid home gardener. Lectures include a look at the collection at Garden in the Woods, and a June field trip to the Arnold Arboretum .

Tuesdays, May 13, 20, 27, 12-3 p.m. and Sunday, June 1, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.