Hedgerows workshop
A hedgerow is a beautiful, functional and biologically diverse feature in many rural, suburban, and urban landscapes. These multi-tiered collections of trees, shrubs, ground covers, vines, flowers and herbs create bountiful borders for fields, waterways, and city lots.
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May 18, 2012 12:00 AM
to May 20, 2012 12:00 AM |
| Where | Portland, OR |
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A hedgerow is a beautiful, functional and biologically diverse feature in many rural, suburban, and urban landscapes. These multi-tiered collections of trees, shrubs, ground covers, vines, flowers and herbs create bountiful borders for fields, waterways, and city lots. During this three day workshop you will learn to design and establish different types of hedgerows for:
- soil stabilization
- insectaries and nectaries
- biodiverse habitat for wildlife
- windbreaks
- abundant and delicious food for people
- privacy screens
- beauty and fragrance
- noise reduction
- income potential
- ... and more!
We will explore concepts of soil preparation, plant selection,
planting techniques, irrigation, and ways to reduce maintenance, with
ample time for understanding budgets, phase planning, and
time-lines. Each day includes classroom theory, design, and
easy-to-replicate hands-on hedgerow projects.
Course fee includes farm lunch, snacks, materials for hands-on
projects, and a student handbook with resources and explanations.
Optional evening lectures and slide shows on Friday and Saturday
nights are also included.
We have a limited number of partial scholarships, barter, and
work-trade opportunities available. Please contact us for details, and
include work-trade skills and barter items!
Details
Instructors: Jude Hobbs & Jenny Pell
Dates: Friday, May 18th to Sunday, May 20th
Maximum class size: 17
Location: Portland, Oregon
