Event	When	Where	Topic
Success with Tomatoes - Emphasizing Heirloom Varieties	Thursday, March 18th 4 to 6pm	Acorn Design Source	Learn all about growing a successful tomato crop this season. Discover new Heirloom varieties, learn about the gimmicks and what really works. Bring your questions and learn all about tomatoes in this two hour class. Hosted in partnership with KCC. Cost is $19 and you must register in advance by calling 815-802-8200
Early Season Container Gardening	Saturday, March 27th 11am to 1pm	Acorn Design Source	Time again to think about your container plantings! Learn how to update and transition your container gardens through the cold weather. Will will cover how to keep your containers looking their best through the changing weather of spring and the use of un-conventional plant materials. Dress for the weather, part of this class will be held outdoors. Participants may also plant and purchase their own container for an additional fee of $55 payable the day of the event. Requires advance registration through KCC. Class fee is $19, register by calling 815-802-8200
Growing Vegetables from Seed - Save money by growing your own plants for your garden	Thursday, April 1st 4 to 6pm	Acorn Design Source	In this two hour workshop we will learn about variety selection, what constitutes an heirloom or F1 hybrid, seed saving and more. We will discuss how to sow seeds successfully and how to schedule plants to avoid overgrown transplants. Tricks to ensure success will be covered as well as soil needs, temperature, container selection and nutrient needs. A large selection of Heirloom seeds will be available for purchase.t. Requires advance registration through KCC. Class fee is $19, register by calling 815-802-8200
All about Air Plants - Learn about Epiphytes - plants that grow without soil.	Thursday, April 15th 4 to 6pm	Acorn Design Source	Tillandsia's, Bromeliads, Orchids and Staghorn Ferns are just a few of the plants that need no soil for their roots. Some of these plants don't even have roots. Curious about how they grow? Join us as we explore their native environments, cultural requirements and the tremendous variety first hand. This two hour workshop will be devoted to the practical information needed for creating unique miniature gardens. Learn the proper technique for ‘planting' and display as we demonstrate branch and board mounting. We will also discuss propagation and some tricks to make the culture of these unusual plants more successful. An assortment of plants will be available for purchase as well as 'hands on' demonstration.. Requires advance registration through KCC. Class fee is $19, register by calling 815-802-8200
Container Gardening for the Summer Season	Thursday, May 6th 4 to 6pm	Acorn Design Source	Learn to choose suitable containers and plants along with some maintenance tricks to keep them looking their best. Container gardening is ideally suited to creative expression and 'quick changes' that allow us endless opportunities for experimenting with new and exciting plant combinations. In this workshop, you will learn how to keep your containers looking their best through the growing season. Tips on trimming, fertilizing and replacing spent plants will be covered. We will explore seasonal changes with demonstrations that include; planting tricks to fill bare spots, special plant maintainance techniques, trimming, and ways to reduce watering needs. We will also discuss growing tomatoes and vegetables in pots. An assortment of plant material will be available. You may elect to plant your own container for a fee of $55. This includes a simple plant liner, potting soil and your choice of 6 plants.Requires advance registration through KCC. Class fee is $19, register by calling 815-802-8200
Organic Lawn Care - Learn how to nurture your turf organically	Thursday, May 20th 4 to 6pm	Acorn Design Source	In this discussion we will review the history of lawns and their cultural significance as well as how to assess your lawn before beginning an organic program. The benefits of an organic lawn program and ongoing care, maintenance and nutrient requirements will be covered. Learn to identify problems that contribute to poor turf, as we review culture and fertilizing schedules. You will learn how to re-vitalize your turf and begin an on-going Organic Program which can begin immediately.Requires advance registration through KCC. Class fee is $19, register by calling 815-802-8200
Success with Tropicals - Keeping your exotic plants healthy	Thursday, June 10th 4 to 6pm	Acorn Design Source	More and more tropical plants are finding their way to homes for summer containers, indoor spaces and offices. There is an endless variety of unusual tropicals to choose from and many benefit from summering outdoors. How do we transition them to the indoors at the end of the season? What about insects, soil and fertilizing? All of these topics will be covered during this two hour workshop to help you grow tropicals successfully. Propagation, trimming, and light requirements including tips for over-wintering will be included. Requires advance registration through KCC. Class fee is $19, register by calling 815-802-8200
17th Annual Garden Tour & Faire, Sponsored by the Kankakee Kultivator's Garden Club	June 18th & 19th 9 to 5pm	Governor Small Park, Kankakee	Join us as we exhibit unusual plant materials and garden Items at the 17th annual Summer Tour and Garden Faire, sponsored by the Kankakee Kultivator's Garden Club.  Tour six lovely Gardens and the "Column" and "Let Freedom Ring" Gardens located at the Park. Your lunch is included with the garden tour ticket price of $20 Governor Small Memorial Park, 801 South Eight Avenue, Kankakee Garden Faire is FREE to the public.
Succulent Gardens - Learn what makes succulents so special for hot, sunny, dry spots in the garden.	Thursday, June 24th 4 to 6pm	Acorn Design Source	Succulents are amazing plants that are able to tolerate extreme conditions and still thrive. Come and learn about their origins and evolution during this informative discussion and demonstration. Demonstrations will show you how to combine plants for exotic, small container gardens. During the workshop we will discuss cultural requirements, soil mixes, fertilization, pest control, watering and light needs. An assortment of plants will also be available for purchase as well as 'hands on' demonstration. Requires advance registration through KCC. Class fee is $19, register by calling 815-802-8200
Designing with Fall Color in the Landscape	Thursday, September 9th 1pm	Kankakee Historical Museum	Join Allan and the Kankakee Kultivator's Garden Club for a discussion of Fall Color in the landscape. Learn how to utilize dramatic fall colors to their best advantage. Favorite plant varieties will be covered along with tips for enhancing the natural garden. We will also discuss the inclusion of unusual plant materials to create that 'WOW' effect. Contact Allan for additional information.
Book a Speaker for your next Event	Contact Allan about available topics	Allow Acorn to host your event, or have Allan come to you.	Allan can speak on a variety of Gardening and Home Design Topics. To learn more click here