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12001 Main St
Bellevue, WA 98005 United States Get Directions
(425) 452-2750
https://bellevuebotanical.org
The Aaron Education Center is located northwest of the main Garden entrance. From the entry breezeway, turn right. Pass the Trillium Store and The Aaron Education Center is straight ahead.
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Introduction to Kokedama

The Aaron Education Center at the Bellevue Botanical Garden 12001 Main St, Bellevue, WA, United States

Taught by Sushma Zhade. In this hands-on class you will learn about Kokedama and then make your own Kokedama creation.  Learn how to care for your Kokedama plant and different ways you can present this unique combination of nature and art. All supplies provided. $31.50 BBGS members/$45 nonmembers. Sorry, this class is full. Email Us to be added to the waitlist.

CLASS FULL

Great Understory Trees for Pacific Northwest Gardens

The Aaron Education Center at the Bellevue Botanical Garden 12001 Main St, Bellevue, WA, United States

Taught by Laura Watson in partnership with the Master Gardeners of King County. Using great photos and a friendly speaking style, Laura will describe her personal experiences living with ten great understory trees for the Pacific Northwest, all but one of which are listed on Great Plant Picks and included in The Tree Book by Michael Dirr and Keith Warren. Attendees will receive an informative list of great trees to try that includes cultural information. $10.50 BBGS & King County...

$10.50 – $15

Assisted Migration of Native Plants in the Pacific Northwest

The Aaron Education Center at the Bellevue Botanical Garden 12001 Main St, Bellevue, WA, United States

Assisted Migration of Native Plants in the Pacific Northwest: Ecological Context, Ethical Considerations, and Strategies for Climate-Resilient Restoration Matt Distler will introduce the ideas, terminology, and science behind the concept of assisted migration of native plants (AM), leading into a discussion of different types of AM and the potential risks and benefits of plant material translocations in the context of ecological restoration and forestry. We will discuss some risk-assessment and ethical frameworks that are being developed to evaluate and reduce...

Free

Fall Lichen Walk

The Aaron Education Center at the Bellevue Botanical Garden 12001 Main St, Bellevue, WA, United States

Taught by Dr. Katherine Glew. Have you wondered about what lichens are and why they are found on your trees, Rhododendrons and Azaleas? Lichens are harmless to your plants and add aesthetic value to your garden. Learn about common lichens found in an urban environment and what they tell us about air quality, forest health, geology and why they are indicators of changes in the climate, ecosystems and geology. You will leave with a fresh understanding about lichens and a...

$24.50 – $35

October Meeting and Dahlia Tuber Dividing Workshop

The Aaron Education Center at the Bellevue Botanical Garden 12001 Main St, Bellevue, WA, United States

Regular monthly meeting of Puget Sound Dahlia Association. Agenda includes business items, a presentation on home mulching and composting, and a discussion on winter storage of dahlia tubers. The meeting will conclude with several dahlia tuber division demonstrations. No registration required. Public is invited to attend this free workshop. MORE INFO  

Free

Event Series Build Your Own Holiday Wreath

Build Your Own Holiday Wreath

The Aaron Education Center at the Bellevue Botanical Garden 12001 Main St, Bellevue, WA, United States

Taught by the BBGS Education Committee. Come and learn how to build a holiday wreath starting on a wire form, ending with a bow and natural greens and botanicals in between. We will provide all that you need, but you can bring additional accents (cones, rose hips, holly, etc.) to customize. We will show you how to wrap the evergreens onto the frame, wire pinecones, create a bow and attach additional decorative materials. $35 BBGS member/$50 non-member. Two classes: 9:30-11:30am...

$35 – $50
Event Series Build Your Own Holiday Wreath

Build Your Own Holiday Wreath

The Aaron Education Center at the Bellevue Botanical Garden 12001 Main St, Bellevue, WA, United States

Taught by the BBGS Education Committee. Come and learn how to build a holiday wreath starting on a wire form, ending with a bow and natural greens and botanicals in between. We will provide all that you need, but you can bring additional accents (cones, rose hips, holly, etc.) to customize. We will show you how to wrap the evergreens onto the frame, wire pinecones, create a bow and attach additional decorative materials. $35 BBGS member/$50 non-member. Two classes: 9:30-11:30am...

$35 – $50