Seminars
May 5th 9 AM Vegetable Gardens/Raised Beds Would you enjoy fresh, home grown, better tasting, and healthier vegetables. This class is a great class for the person that has never grown a garden and would like to learn. Also welcome are the experienced gardeners that can share their successes and challenges.
Learn how to start a vegetable garden and maintain it from germinating your own seeds to transplanting to harvest. We have a short growing season with the threat of frost always a possibility. Learn how to select the right vegetables and how to protect them from frost. Learn the benefits of a raised bed garden. Reap your successes and savour the flavour! Speaker –Sue Patterson A Special Discount Coupon will be given to all participants. Estimated time 1 hour
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May 5th 11 AM High Mountain Gardening/ Fruit Production – Yes, You can grow Apples and Plums here in Valley County! You can also grow cherries, blueberries, raspberries, strawberries, jostaberries, thimbleberries, and gooseberries. Want to know what it takes to garden at 5,000 feet? What vegetables and fruits grow well in Valley County? Learn what does well and what you can grow with a little extra effort. Speaker – Sue Patterson A Special Discount Coupon will be given to all participants. Estimated time 1 hour
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May 12th 9 AM Herbs There’s nothing like the taste of fresh herbs in your meals.Learn how to select, grow, and harvest herbs. What varieties do well at high elevations and how you can grow fresh herbs in your house over the winter.
You can make up a combination herb basket or plant herbs in your garden. We’ll show you how. We’ll even have some fresh herb recipes and cooking suggestions. Speaker –Sue Patterson A Special Discount Coupon will be given to all participants. Estimated time 1 hour
Sign Up for this Seminar!
May 12th 10 AM Attracting Birds and Butterflies to your Garden Would you enjoy the sight of hummingbirds flitting by or hanging in the air frozen for a moment in time? Would you enjoy the sight of butterflies floating and hovering above your garden? Do you enjoy the sounds of birds singing and chirping?
Give them a reason to come and visit you. Learn what plants and flowers will attract birds, hummingbirds, and butterflies to your garden and keep them coming back. Speaker –Sue Patterson A Special Discount Coupon will be given to all participants. Estimated time 1 hour
Sign Up for this Seminar!
May 12th 11 AM Medicinal Plants Speaker –Darcy Williamson “IN OUR OWN BACKYARD” Explore the medicinal plants found in our own backyard ~ in the meadows and fields surrounding Alpha Nursery. We have a cornucopia of healing botanicals in Valley County. Do you know those which are closest to you? We will take an exploratory herbal walk and learn how our discoveries can be used to help heal illness and injury common to many households. You will never again look at a meadow, a field or a roadside in the same way. Printed handouts will be provided for attendees. Estimated time 1 1/2 hours
Sign Up for this Seminar!
May 19th 9 AM Miniature Gardening What is with this latest craze? Come and see why this is a pretty cool hobby either by itself or as an addition to your existing garden. Its great fun and great for getting a younger child or teenager introduced to gardening. Seniors enjoy it too! Have big fun with little gardens!
You can have a Miniature Garden in a pot outside or in the house. Dedicate a section of your garden and let your imagination run wild. This class will give you ideas and show you the different ways that you can create your own Miniature Garden. Speaker –Sue Patterson A Special Discount Coupon will be given to all participants. Estimated time 1 hour NOTE: This class will Kick Off the Miniature Garden Contest. The contest is open to all ages. Details coming soon!
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May 19th 10AM Mom and Me Miniature Gardening Event Bring your Mom or Daughter and create a Miniature Garden. Hands On Fun! Create a memory for both of you and have a blast! Look for additional details soon!
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May 26th 9 AM Build a Basket You can make up a basket or container that you can be proud of and enjoy hanging it on your deck or porch.We make it easy! Choose from many recipes or create your own hanging baskets or planters that will enhance and beautify your environment!
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We’ll show you how to select the plants and choose your favourite colors to create your own unique masterpiece. Browse our wide selection of flowers, basket builders and planting containers – or bring your own. Speaker – Sue Patterson A Special Discount Coupon will be given to all participants.Estimated time 1 hour
Sign Up for this Seminar!
May 26th 11AM How to Hook up Drip Irrigation Do you ever wish you didn’t have to water everyday but thought that hooking up irrigation was too difficult? Hooking up drip irrigation is easy and fairly inexpensive. It will give you peace of mind knowing that your plants are getting watered even when you are not there. Drip irrigation is great for the weekend resident, if you’re going on a trip, or you just don’t want to hand water every day.
We make it easy for you. We’ll show you how to hook up an automatic timer, program it, run your supply lines and lastly, hook the tubing and emitters to the plants or containers. It’s easy once you know how! Speaker – Sue Patterson A Special Discount Coupon will be given to all participants.Estimated time 1 hour
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June 2nd 9AM How to Plant Annuals to Trees – Everything from A to Z So you have never planted anything? Does the stuff that you plant die? Would you like to turn that black or brown thumb to a green thumb? Come and learn the techniques from the pros. Learn how to plant annual flowers, perennial flowers, shrubs, trees, and yes, even big trees with big root balls!
We’ll teach you how to plant container plants and Balled and Burlapped plants. Learn how to transplant plants, plant bulbs, seeds, and groundcover. Also, we will cover fertilizing, pruning, and watering. A bit of knowledge, a bit of work, and a bit of creativity, and you can be successful in planting anything from A to Z! Speaker – Sue Patterson A Special Discount Coupon will be given to all participants.Estimated time 1 hour
Sign Up for this Seminar!
June 2nd 11AM Organic Gardening What is all the hoopla about organic gardening anyway? Is there really something to organic gardening? You bet there is! Come and discover the secret to having a great looking lawn, healthy plants, bigger and faster growing flowers, increased crops from your fruits and vegetables, and better tasting too! Reduce chemical use in your yard and make it vibrant and healthy!
Your yard and landscape will love you for it and will be the envy of your neighbours – That is, until they also discover the secret. Eat Better, Live Better, And Be Better! Speaker –Sue Patterson A Special Discount Coupon will be given to all participants.Estimated time 1 hour
Sign Up for this Seminar!
June 16th Alpha Days- Come Celebrate our 6th year with Seminars, Music, Food, and Door Prizes.
9AM Water Features Have you ever wanted to hear the relaxing sound of a trickling stream or a bubbling brook? Well now you can by learning the basics about building your own custom water feature and creating a good eco-system. Learn the steps to installing anything from a small fountain to waterfalls and ponds. Speaker - Sue Patterson A Special Discount Coupon will be given to all participants.Estimated time 1 hour
Sign Up for this Seminar!
10 AM How To Install Your Own Pavers Would you like a Paver Patio for your Barbeque and to entertain guests? Would you like a stylish front door entry that is inviting to all? You can learn the basics of installing your own pavers. Browse the wide selection of colors and styles of pavers available. Imagine what your own patio or walkway will look like. We can help you plan, estimate, and install a patio or walkway you can be proud of. Speaker – Jeff Chapman of Basalite Concrete Products, Boise A Special Discount Coupon will be given to all participants. Estimated time 1 hour
Sign Up for this Seminar!
11 AM How To Install Walls Do you need a retaining wall to hold back the earth from running you over? Would you like a stylish wall to accent your outdoor living area?How about a Fire pit?You can learn the basics of wall installation. Browse the wide selection of colors and styles of walls available. Visualize what your retaining wall, planter, or fire pit will look like. We can help you plan, estimate, and install a wall, fire pit, or planter you can enjoy for years to come.
Speaker – Jeff Chapman of Basalite Concrete Products, Boise A Special Discount Coupon will be given to all participants. Estimated time 1 hour
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11 AM How To Preserve Your Harvest Okay, so now you’re growing your own food, but how do you keep it from going bad? Learn how to preserve the foods that you grow by freezing, canning, and drying. You can serve applesauce in December. You can eat home grown potatoes and onions in January. You can spread Raspberry or Strawberry Jam on your toast in February. Eat Better, Live Better, And Be Better!Speaker - Sue Patterson A Special Discount Coupon will be given to all participants.Estimated time 1 hour
Sign Up for this Seminar!
12:30 PM Lunch is served – Yeah!: Hamburgers, hotdogs, chips
and drinks.
1:00 PM Door Prizes awarded Donated by our trusted suppliers.
1:30 PM Worm Culture- Got Worms? I’m talking about good worms. Learn how to compost using worms also called Vermiculture. The compost that you produce from kitchen scraps and garden debris is great for your garden and you will be recycling kitchen scraps to boot. Grow plants better with rich compost that they make for you! Speaker – Dawn Jeffus of Dawn’s Gardens and Uncle Wiggly’s Worms A Special Discount Coupon will be given to all participants.Estimated time 1 hour
Sign Up for this Seminar!
September 15th 10 AM Pruning Trees, Shrubs, Fruit, and Bulbs, Tool Maintenance, Bringing Plants Indoors, and Putting Your Plants to Bed for the Winter Have you ever wished that you could prune trees and shrubs but thought it was too hard, or that’s not for beginners? You can learn how to properly prune your trees and shrubs by a process, learn how to plant bulbs and getting things ready for winter. Speaker - Sue Patterson. A Special Discount Coupon will be given to all participants. Estimated time 1 hour
Sign Up for this Seminar!
Learn how to start a vegetable garden and maintain it from germinating your own seeds to transplanting to harvest. We have a short growing season with the threat of frost always a possibility. Learn how to select the right vegetables and how to protect them from frost. Learn the benefits of a raised bed garden. Reap your successes and savour the flavour! Speaker –Sue Patterson A Special Discount Coupon will be given to all participants. Estimated time 1 hour
Sign Up for this Seminar!
May 5th 11 AM High Mountain Gardening/ Fruit Production – Yes, You can grow Apples and Plums here in Valley County! You can also grow cherries, blueberries, raspberries, strawberries, jostaberries, thimbleberries, and gooseberries. Want to know what it takes to garden at 5,000 feet? What vegetables and fruits grow well in Valley County? Learn what does well and what you can grow with a little extra effort. Speaker – Sue Patterson A Special Discount Coupon will be given to all participants. Estimated time 1 hour
Sign Up for this Seminar!
May 12th 9 AM Herbs There’s nothing like the taste of fresh herbs in your meals.Learn how to select, grow, and harvest herbs. What varieties do well at high elevations and how you can grow fresh herbs in your house over the winter.
You can make up a combination herb basket or plant herbs in your garden. We’ll show you how. We’ll even have some fresh herb recipes and cooking suggestions. Speaker –Sue Patterson A Special Discount Coupon will be given to all participants. Estimated time 1 hour
Sign Up for this Seminar!
May 12th 10 AM Attracting Birds and Butterflies to your Garden Would you enjoy the sight of hummingbirds flitting by or hanging in the air frozen for a moment in time? Would you enjoy the sight of butterflies floating and hovering above your garden? Do you enjoy the sounds of birds singing and chirping?
Give them a reason to come and visit you. Learn what plants and flowers will attract birds, hummingbirds, and butterflies to your garden and keep them coming back. Speaker –Sue Patterson A Special Discount Coupon will be given to all participants. Estimated time 1 hour
Sign Up for this Seminar!
May 12th 11 AM Medicinal Plants Speaker –Darcy Williamson “IN OUR OWN BACKYARD” Explore the medicinal plants found in our own backyard ~ in the meadows and fields surrounding Alpha Nursery. We have a cornucopia of healing botanicals in Valley County. Do you know those which are closest to you? We will take an exploratory herbal walk and learn how our discoveries can be used to help heal illness and injury common to many households. You will never again look at a meadow, a field or a roadside in the same way. Printed handouts will be provided for attendees. Estimated time 1 1/2 hours
Sign Up for this Seminar!
May 19th 9 AM Miniature Gardening What is with this latest craze? Come and see why this is a pretty cool hobby either by itself or as an addition to your existing garden. Its great fun and great for getting a younger child or teenager introduced to gardening. Seniors enjoy it too! Have big fun with little gardens!
You can have a Miniature Garden in a pot outside or in the house. Dedicate a section of your garden and let your imagination run wild. This class will give you ideas and show you the different ways that you can create your own Miniature Garden. Speaker –Sue Patterson A Special Discount Coupon will be given to all participants. Estimated time 1 hour NOTE: This class will Kick Off the Miniature Garden Contest. The contest is open to all ages. Details coming soon!
Sign Up for this Seminar!
May 19th 10AM Mom and Me Miniature Gardening Event Bring your Mom or Daughter and create a Miniature Garden. Hands On Fun! Create a memory for both of you and have a blast! Look for additional details soon!
Sign Up for this Event!
May 26th 9 AM Build a Basket You can make up a basket or container that you can be proud of and enjoy hanging it on your deck or porch.We make it easy! Choose from many recipes or create your own hanging baskets or planters that will enhance and beautify your environment!
Sign Up for this Seminar!
!
We’ll show you how to select the plants and choose your favourite colors to create your own unique masterpiece. Browse our wide selection of flowers, basket builders and planting containers – or bring your own. Speaker – Sue Patterson A Special Discount Coupon will be given to all participants.Estimated time 1 hour
Sign Up for this Seminar!
May 26th 11AM How to Hook up Drip Irrigation Do you ever wish you didn’t have to water everyday but thought that hooking up irrigation was too difficult? Hooking up drip irrigation is easy and fairly inexpensive. It will give you peace of mind knowing that your plants are getting watered even when you are not there. Drip irrigation is great for the weekend resident, if you’re going on a trip, or you just don’t want to hand water every day.
We make it easy for you. We’ll show you how to hook up an automatic timer, program it, run your supply lines and lastly, hook the tubing and emitters to the plants or containers. It’s easy once you know how! Speaker – Sue Patterson A Special Discount Coupon will be given to all participants.Estimated time 1 hour
Sign Up for this Seminar!
June 2nd 9AM How to Plant Annuals to Trees – Everything from A to Z So you have never planted anything? Does the stuff that you plant die? Would you like to turn that black or brown thumb to a green thumb? Come and learn the techniques from the pros. Learn how to plant annual flowers, perennial flowers, shrubs, trees, and yes, even big trees with big root balls!
We’ll teach you how to plant container plants and Balled and Burlapped plants. Learn how to transplant plants, plant bulbs, seeds, and groundcover. Also, we will cover fertilizing, pruning, and watering. A bit of knowledge, a bit of work, and a bit of creativity, and you can be successful in planting anything from A to Z! Speaker – Sue Patterson A Special Discount Coupon will be given to all participants.Estimated time 1 hour
Sign Up for this Seminar!
June 2nd 11AM Organic Gardening What is all the hoopla about organic gardening anyway? Is there really something to organic gardening? You bet there is! Come and discover the secret to having a great looking lawn, healthy plants, bigger and faster growing flowers, increased crops from your fruits and vegetables, and better tasting too! Reduce chemical use in your yard and make it vibrant and healthy!
Your yard and landscape will love you for it and will be the envy of your neighbours – That is, until they also discover the secret. Eat Better, Live Better, And Be Better! Speaker –Sue Patterson A Special Discount Coupon will be given to all participants.Estimated time 1 hour
Sign Up for this Seminar!
June 16th Alpha Days- Come Celebrate our 6th year with Seminars, Music, Food, and Door Prizes.
9AM Water Features Have you ever wanted to hear the relaxing sound of a trickling stream or a bubbling brook? Well now you can by learning the basics about building your own custom water feature and creating a good eco-system. Learn the steps to installing anything from a small fountain to waterfalls and ponds. Speaker - Sue Patterson A Special Discount Coupon will be given to all participants.Estimated time 1 hour
Sign Up for this Seminar!
10 AM How To Install Your Own Pavers Would you like a Paver Patio for your Barbeque and to entertain guests? Would you like a stylish front door entry that is inviting to all? You can learn the basics of installing your own pavers. Browse the wide selection of colors and styles of pavers available. Imagine what your own patio or walkway will look like. We can help you plan, estimate, and install a patio or walkway you can be proud of. Speaker – Jeff Chapman of Basalite Concrete Products, Boise A Special Discount Coupon will be given to all participants. Estimated time 1 hour
Sign Up for this Seminar!
11 AM How To Install Walls Do you need a retaining wall to hold back the earth from running you over? Would you like a stylish wall to accent your outdoor living area?How about a Fire pit?You can learn the basics of wall installation. Browse the wide selection of colors and styles of walls available. Visualize what your retaining wall, planter, or fire pit will look like. We can help you plan, estimate, and install a wall, fire pit, or planter you can enjoy for years to come.
Speaker – Jeff Chapman of Basalite Concrete Products, Boise A Special Discount Coupon will be given to all participants. Estimated time 1 hour
Sign Up for this Seminar!
11 AM How To Preserve Your Harvest Okay, so now you’re growing your own food, but how do you keep it from going bad? Learn how to preserve the foods that you grow by freezing, canning, and drying. You can serve applesauce in December. You can eat home grown potatoes and onions in January. You can spread Raspberry or Strawberry Jam on your toast in February. Eat Better, Live Better, And Be Better!Speaker - Sue Patterson A Special Discount Coupon will be given to all participants.Estimated time 1 hour
Sign Up for this Seminar!
12:30 PM Lunch is served – Yeah!: Hamburgers, hotdogs, chips
and drinks.
1:00 PM Door Prizes awarded Donated by our trusted suppliers.
1:30 PM Worm Culture- Got Worms? I’m talking about good worms. Learn how to compost using worms also called Vermiculture. The compost that you produce from kitchen scraps and garden debris is great for your garden and you will be recycling kitchen scraps to boot. Grow plants better with rich compost that they make for you! Speaker – Dawn Jeffus of Dawn’s Gardens and Uncle Wiggly’s Worms A Special Discount Coupon will be given to all participants.Estimated time 1 hour
Sign Up for this Seminar!
September 15th 10 AM Pruning Trees, Shrubs, Fruit, and Bulbs, Tool Maintenance, Bringing Plants Indoors, and Putting Your Plants to Bed for the Winter Have you ever wished that you could prune trees and shrubs but thought it was too hard, or that’s not for beginners? You can learn how to properly prune your trees and shrubs by a process, learn how to plant bulbs and getting things ready for winter. Speaker - Sue Patterson. A Special Discount Coupon will be given to all participants. Estimated time 1 hour
Sign Up for this Seminar!
