Introduction to Garden Sustainability Class

For the past several years, Scott Arboretum & Gardens’ horticulturists have been exploring low-input gardening techniques and evaluating their long-term success in support of  Swarthmore College’s ambitious goal to be carbon neutral by 2035. Maintaining roses sustainably, installing water-wise gravel gardens, employing organic turf care, and planting lawn alternatives are a few of the many concepts being implemented. Join Adam Glas, Garden Supervisor, to learn about practical, real-world solutions for making a garden of any size more sustainable. Following the presentation, Adam will lead a walk through the gardens to show these techniques in action. 

This course is eligible for the following CEUs:

• 2 PCH
• 2 SLC
• 1.5 APLD

Registration Cost: 

Members: $35

Non-Members: $45

ACCESS Cardholder: $2; call 610-328-8025 to register.

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Registration Closed

Program Details

• Class size limited to 20.
• Registration is required.
• Light snacks and refreshments will be provided.
• The garden walk portion of this workshop will take approximately 1 hour and may cross uneven, unpaved surfaces.
• Email us if you have accessibility needs for this program.
• For more information, review our program and event policies or call the Scott office at 610-328-8025. 

About the Presenter

Adam Glas, Gardener Supervisor, joined the Scott Arboretum & Gardens staff in 2012. Before that, he worked as Nursery Manager at Terrain (at Styer’s) Nursery in Glen Mills. He was accepted into the Longwood Gardens Professional Gardener (PG) Training Program, completing that program in 2006. He currently serves as president for the PG Alumni Association and vice president of the board of managers at Chenoa Manor. He studied Horticulture and Landscape Design at University of Wisconsin River Falls.

About ACCESS

Scott Arboretum & Gardens proudly participates in the Art-Reach ACCESS program. Pennsylvania ACCESS/EBT cardholders, and Art-Reach ACCESS cardholders may receive $2 tickets for the cardholder and up to 3 guests. This discount may not be valid for special events or sold out events, or combined with other discount offers. Visitors must show their ACCESS card and valid photo ID on the day of the program. For more information about the ACCESS program, please visit art-reach.org/access.