The Mill Creek Towne Garden Club in Derwood, Maryland was established in 1968 with the mission to stimulate and increase knowledge and interest in all facets of gardening among amateurs, establish an active community beautification program and to encourage civic beautification, and foster group activities for the benefit of the members and the community. The garden club also landscapes and maintains the Mill Creek Towne entrances and common areas.
Branching Out: Dead Hedges for Beauty and Function in the Garden Saturday, March 14 / 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Fee: $25 / $22 for FOBG members Instructors: Beto Diaz Galvan & Thomas Crawley, Horticulturists, Brookside Gardens Location: Adult Classroom
Discover how natural branches and plant materials can be transformed into beautiful dead hedges, garden borders, and sculptural features. The first half is an indoor lecture covering practical techniques and design ideas. Then we’ll explore new garden sites outdoors, seeing these rustic, eco-friendly structures in action, enhancing the garden while providing habitat for wildlife.
Azalea and Sapling Transplanting Workshop Thursday, March 12 / 10 to 11:30 a.m. Fee: $25 / $22 for FOBG members Instructor: Karl Quimby, Horticulturist, Brookside Gardens Location: McCrillis Gardens (Bethesda)
Join an experienced horticulturist for a hands-on demonstration of transplanting azaleas & woody seedlings. Discover how to increase your transplant success rate to improve growing conditions, enhance blooms, and reduce competition. Gain tools that will help you determine when & where to transplant in your own garden; and allow you to reposition & preserve cherished heirlooms.