Saturday & Sunday 3/6-3/7

Rose Weekend Shop this weekend for the best selection of more than 300 rose varieties including AARS Winner 'Easy Does it', all varieties of EarthKind™ Roses and much more! Plus, speak with the local Rose Societies and vendors about the best information for rose garden success.
 

Shop between 10am-3pm Saturday & 11am-2pm Sunday to sample teas from the wonderful folks at The Cultured Cup! They will presenting flavors that feature herbs & flowers. Teas will be available to purchase in bags and tins.

Saturday
1PM • Growing Show Quality Hybrid Tea Roses in Dallas by Dr. John Allen, Dallas Rose Society Past President, Consulting Rosarian, Garden Trophy Winner, and winner of the most Queens in Dallas Rose Society history.
2:30PM • Roses: Organic Pest Control & Proper Pruning by Susan Flanagan, American Rose Society Bronze Medal Winner; Consulting Rosarian and President of Collin County Rose Society.

Sunday
11AM  • EarthKind Roses by Susan Flanagan, American Rose Society Bronze Medal Winner; Consulting Rosarian and President of Collin County Rose Society. Learn what makes these roses great for your garden!
1:30PM • Selecting the Right Rose for Your Garden by Claude Graves, Master Consulting Rosarian, Past President, Garden Trophy Winner.

Wed, MAR 10
Noon-1PM "Just Tomatoes" by Leslie Finical Halleck, GrowLively Blog, NHG GM, MS. Don't miss this very important program on selecting the right tomato for your needs, varieties available, planting, maintenance and pest control. Just in time for the arrival of spring tomatoes! Feel free to bring your lunch or snack to class!

3/20-21 Spring Weekend
This is an excellent weekend to learn something new about your garden, shop plant specials and the best plants in town!

Sat, March 20th ONLY
11am-2pm
Adopt a Pup! Dogs are great for protecting your garden
from rabbits, birds and squirrels. Plus, they make excellent cuddlers and will keep you company outdoors. There's always room for an extra member of the family!
 

FREE 15 MINUTE GARDEN COACH SESSIONS
Come in Saturday and Sunday All Day to sign up for FREE 15 minute one-on-one sessions with our Garden Coach. You must come in to the store to sign up. Bring photos of your garden for some personal attention. Garden Coach details here.

SAT, 10am-2pm · Backyard Chickens for Sale 
SAT, 11AM · Propagation by Sandi Ciarochi, Certified Plant Propagation Specialist. Multiply your plants through propagation! Sandi goes over a variety of methods
SAT, 1:00PM · Tantalizing Tomatoes by Christine Hensley, NHG Staff, TCNP. Learn about the best varieties, planting-for-success- tips, and all the secrets to growing the most delicious Tomatoes in North Texas. Tom's popular program fills up! Be sure to come early to grab a great seat! This program is not to be missed.
SAT, 3:00PM · Maintaining Beautiful Trees by Danny Myall, Moore Tree Care. Trees are the foundation of any landscape. Plus, they add value, shade and beauty to our home. Danny instructs the best way to maintain your trees to keep them healthy. He also goes over oak wilt and will be available to answer all your tree health and selection questions. 

SUN, 1pm Program TBA
SUN, 2:30pm Native & Adapted Plants for N. Texas by Carol Feldman, Native Plant Society.

4/24-4/25 Spring Herb Weekend Select from an amazing variety of herbs on special all weekend! Plus, get the best herb garden advice from the experts...Heritage Herb Club & Herb Society of America! All 4" herbs are on special for this weekend only!

Herb Salad Dressing Contest
Sat, April 24th. Enter by noon!

Dressing is made easy & fresh with herbs straight from your garden! Create your own and bring it in to NHG during Herb Weekend for our Herb Salad Dressing Contest. Be creative, have fun! Entry form and rules here.

1st: $100 NHG gift card & $XX Snappy Salad gift card

2nd: $75 NHG gift card & $XX Snappy Salad gift card

3rd: $50 NHG gift card & $XX Snappy Salad gift card

SAT, 10:30AM "Program TBA" Sponsored by the Herb Society of America. Become a member!

SAT, 1:30PM "Program TBA"

SAT 2:30PM "Program TBA"
SUN 1:00PM "Program TBA"
Sun 3PM Nature in Photographs Keith Crabtree will share and comment on some of his most memorable moments exploring nature that are captured in his photographs. This will be a "feel good" treat for the soul! www.RipplesOfTime.com Sponsored by the Dallas Organic Garden Club.

Salsa Sunday! June 27th. Prizes given for the best salsa recipes! Put those tomatoes and herbs you so tenderly cared for all season to good use! Use fresh veggies, herbs and even fruit to create your very best salsa! Last 
year's salsa contest was a blast! Be part of the fun this year! Winners announced at 1:30 and salsas will be availabel to taste test. Be creative! Have fun! Enter as many recipes & samples as you like! Rules and entry form here.

Great Prizes!
1st Prize: $100 North Haven Gardens Gift Card
2nd Prize: $75 NHG GC
3rd Prize: $50 NHG Gift Card

Thank you to our delicious sponsors!

Additional Salsa Judge Experts

11:30pm "Canning for Beginners" An old tradition makes a cool comeback! Christine Hensley, TCNP, NHG Nursery Coordinator, goes over canning basics, brings examples of supplies you will need for canning and presents recipes you can create at home. You'll even have the opoprtunity to purchase canning supplies at North Haven Gardens!

Sun, Sep 13
10am · InSpire Beginner YOGA at NHG by Ro Chapa of InSpire Yoga. FREE! All levels of yoga participants invited! Class generally lasts about an hour. Focus not only on the physical and mental practices that build health, but also learn to reduce stress, strengthen the body, and calm the mind. InSpire Yoga will increase your capacity for self-discovery. Join us for a Complimentary 2 hour yoga session at North Haven Gardens and meet Ro. After, you'll have an opportunity to sign up for his 6 week yoga course at NHG on Wednesday evenings 6-7pm starting Sept. 16th for only $60.

Please bring a yoga mat, yoga blocks, yoga strap (an old tie or bathrobe tie will do), towel or blanket, comfortable clothes & water. Arrive early to get your desired spot. Limited space.

Ro is an E-RYT, and has certified yoga teachers in the U.S. and Mexico.  He is certified in Ashtanga through Lehigh Valley Yoga Center, Allentown Pennsylvania and is a certified Neuromuscular Therapist and Professional Educator. He has been practicing, teaching, and studying yoga for 20 years, including various Hathas and body movement. As a former marathoner and competitive men's soccer player, he understands the importance of focus, flexibility, and stamina partnered with a deep understanding of intention within a practice. He is passionate about the honored Sutras and his delivery of a clear mindful practice.

Starts Wed, Sep 16
6pm - 7pm (every Wed. thru Oct. 21)

InSpireBeginn

er YOGA Series at NHG by Ro Chapa of InSpire Yoga. $60 for the 6 week class or $12 drop in (cash only for drop-in), space is limited, call or stop by NHG to sign up today! Sign up form here.

A 6-week, in-depth focus with InSpire Beginning Yoga is geared towards the first level student, or others wishing to renew their early awareness of the practice. This series combines a strong emphasis on physical alignment with a positive philosophy derived from the Sutras. InSpire classes are usually light-hearted and accessible to all students of differing abilities. Poses (asanas) are taught in a way that opens the heart, both physically and mentally. Students will learn that thought, movement and positioning of the body are central to a good yoga practice.

Please bring a yoga mat, yoga blocks, yoga strap (an old tie or bathrobe tie will do), towel or blanket, comfortable clothes & water.

Sunday, September 20th & 27th 10:30am-2pm
Landscape Design 101        
Our most requested program is back! Join us for this excellent 2-day class to learn the basics of creating your dream landscape.

Bram Franklin, Landscape Designer with Bonick Landscape, goes over the basics of:
- Site development & Drainage
- Concept Design/Developing your Vision
- Hardscape
- Planting Plan
- Landscape Maintenance & proper plant choices for the best long term growth and beauty.

Supplies that attendees will need to bring are pencils, a straight edge, and a survey of your property along with any pictures of landscape ideas you would like to incorporate into your design. Lunch is provided. Call to sign up or fill out the application and bring it in to NHG. Space is very limited! This is a great class at only $75 Per Person/$70 for Grow Card Members. Application here.

Saturday and Sunday, 9/19 & 9/20

Fall Eco-Friendly Weekend

Guaranteed to be lots of fun as we welcome the cool Autumn weather! Free programs! Plant specials and refreshments!

Sat 10:00am Backyard Chickens: Program followed by Q&A time by Dan Probst, Bageniece Farms
Sat 11-2pm or sold out Hens for Sale by Dan Probst, Bageniece Farms

Sat 11-4 Dallas Animal Services Adoption Center

Sat 11:30am City of Dallas www.GreenDallas.net representatives will be here to talk about the initiatives Dallas is taking to making our city green. http://www.greendallas.net/ Program in the room at the back of the greenhouse.

Sat 11:00am Daylily Hybridizer: Details to come. Program in the conference room in the lobby.

Sat 1:00pm Trees: Maintenance, Pest Control, Selection & more! by Danny Myall, ISA Certified Arborist TX-3540A, Moore Tree Care

Sat 2:30pm Square Foot Gardening by Christine Hensley, NHG Nursery Coordinator, TCNP. Learn to efficiently plant and care for your vegetables all 12 months of the year! Come to the program for a chance to win a bag of fresh, organic NHG vegetables!

Sun 1:00pm All Natural Solutions for a Safer Yard by Tropical John, Local Organic Expert.

Sun 2:30pm Perennials: Selection & Care for Sun & Shade by Betseyanne Tippette, Dallas County Master Gardener.

Stop by and meet these local businesses that like to keep it green! Click on the below links to support local! (Most will be here on Saturday)

Wed, Sep 23
6pm - 7pm (every Wed. thru Oct. 21)
InSpire Beginner YOGA Series at NHG by Ro Chapa of InSpire Yoga. $12 drop in (cash only for drop-in)

A 6-week, in-depth focus with InSpire Beginning Yoga is geared towards the first level student, or others wishing to renew their early awareness of the practice. This series combines a strong emphasis on physical alignment with a positive philosophy derived from the Sutras. InSpire classes are usually light-hearted and accessible to all students of differing abilities. Poses (asanas) are taught in a way that opens the heart, both physically and mentally. Students will learn that thought, movement and positioning of the body are central to a good yoga practice.

Please bring a yoga mat, yoga blocks, yoga strap (an old tie or bathrobe tie will do, towel or blanket, comfortable clothes & water.

Wed, Sep 30
6pm - 7pm (every Wed. thru Oct. 21)
InSpire Beginner YOGA Series at NHG by Ro Chapa of InSpire Yoga. $12 drop in (cash only for drop-in)

A 6-week, in-depth focus with InSpire Beginning Yoga is geared towards the first level student, or others wishing to renew their early awareness of the practice. This series combines a strong emphasis on physical alignment with a positive philosophy derived from the Sutras. InSpire classes are usually light-hearted and accessible to all students of differing abilities. Poses (asanas) are taught in a way that opens the heart, both physically and mentally. Students will learn that thought, movement and positioning of the body are central to a good yoga practice.

Please bring a yoga mat, yoga blocks, yoga strap (an old tie or bathrobe tie will do, towel or blanket, comfortable clothes & water.

Saturday and Sunday, October 10 - 11

Orchid Show

The Greater North Texas Orchid Society (GNTOS) is presenting its Premier Annual Orchid Show & Sale. For the first time, North Haven Garden will be the host for a unique and fabulous event. Eight vendors from all corners of the country will sell exotic plants for all orchid enthusiasts.

The show will be judged by a team of American Orchid Society accredited Judges. More than 300 orchid plants in bloom will be displayed at the show featuring exotic orchids belonging to many of the GNTOS member's private collections.

Orchid Repotting Demos SATURDAY at 11am & 2pm at the Potting Bar
Orchid Repotting Demos SUNDAY at 11am & 2pm at the Potting Bar

The show opens to the public on Saturday the 10th of October from 9am to 6pm and on Sunday from 10am to 5pm. Admission is FREE. Best enjoyed in the company of friends and family!

During the morning and afternoon , GNTOS will sponsor repotting seminars to help teach orchid enthusiasts and gardeners in general the tips and techniques to successfully grow these beauties.

This is a "not-to-be-missed" event! Sponsored by the Greater North Texas Orchid Society.

Saturday and Sunday, October 10 - 11

Fall  Herb Weekend

Meet the local herb societies, attend free lectures and shop herb specials all weekend. All 4" Herbs are only $1.99! reg. $2.49

Sat, 10:30am Vegetable Garden Tour Christine Hensley, NHG Nursery Coord, TCNP, takes you on a tour of what is currently going on in our on-site veggie garden. Get inspired to grow your own!

Sat, 11am Smoothies & Chocolate Drinks with Amy Hirsch of Amy's Raw Chocolates. Learn to make healthy and delicious smoothies with fresh herbs from the garden! Demo and tasting. Demo and tasting.

Sat, 1pm Herb Tour Kay Nelson, TCNP, NHG herb expert and Garden Coach, goes over all the amazing herbs to plant in our garden, offers maintenance tips and useful herb garden tips.

Sat, 2:30pm Canning for Beginners An old tradition makes a cool comeback! Christine Hensley, TCNP, NHG Nursery Coordinator, goes over canning basics, brings examples of supplies you will need for canning and presents recipes you can create at home. North Haven Gardens carries canning supplies!

Sun, 10:30am Vegetable Garden Tour Christine Hensley, NHG Nursery Coord, TCNP, takes you on a tour of what is currently going on in our on-site veggie garden. Get inspired to grow your own!

Sun, 11am Fresh Herbal Concoctions with Amy Hirsch of Amy's Raw Chocolates. Learn to make healthy and delicious dishes including pesto, salsa, salads and even CHOCOLATE with fresh herbs from your garden! Demo and tasting.

Sun, 2:30pm Herb Gardens 101 By Marian Buchanan, Dallas County Master Gardener. First time growing an herb garden? Need a brush up on what to plant and how to maintain your current herb garden? Marian offers up what to plant when, how to best amend our N. Texas soil and how to get the most delicious, fragrant herbs ever!

Wed, Oct 14
6pm - 7pm (every Wed. thru Oct. 21)
InSpire Beginner YOGA Series at NHG by Ro Chapa of InSpire Yoga. $12 drop in (cash only for drop-in)

A 6-week, in-depth focus with InSpire Beginning Yoga is geared towards the first level student, or others wishing to renew their early awareness of the practice. This series combines a strong emphasis on physical alignment with a positive philosophy derived from the Sutras. InSpire classes are usually light-hearted and accessible to all students of differing abilities. Poses (asanas) are taught in a way that opens the heart, both physically and mentally. Students will learn that thought, movement and positioning of the body are central to a good yoga practice.

Please bring a yoga mat, yoga blocks, yoga strap (an old tie or bathrobe tie will do, towel or blanket, comfortable clothes & water.

Sunday, November 8  

Bulb Day

Meet the local bulb experts, members of the Texas Daffodil Society, and select from the largest variety of spring bulbs in town! This is a "must attend" event for anyone wanting to create a dynamic, gorgeous, enviable display of spring color. Plus, take a look at our bulb cooler... the only one in town! We prechill and then store your tulips, hyacinth and other bulbs for you to encourage spring blooming success! 

1pm Tulips: Varieties, Planting & Care by Cornelius Noordemeer, Tulip Expert. If you have been disappointed in your tulip display in years past, then you must come to this helpful and informative program. Cornelius will offer tips, advice and guide you to a stellar spring display. Plus, he'll be available after the program to help in your bulb selection and answer questions.

2:30pm Daffodils: Natural Spring Beauty by Debra Eckel, Abbott-Ipco Inc. Bulbs. Daffodils are excellent perennials! Learn what varieties are best for North Texas, when to divide them, how to deep to plant and more!

November 14, 2009
Fall Harvest Pie Contest

Just in time for the holidays! Bake  
your favorite fall fruit pie and enter to win in our 3rd annual "Fall Harvest Pie Contest". Apple, pumpkin, cherry, pears, berries and more make delicious pies. Be creative, have fun!

Entry form to here.

Guest judge Forine Bowman, Florine Bowman Pastries
Lisa Petty, Fashion, Food & Fabulous Writer for NBC5 here.

Visit our 2009 sponsors.

  

1:00PM · Fruit Trees by Christine Hensley, NHG Nursery Coord., TCNP. Fall and winter are the prime times to plant fruit trees! Christine goes over selection, care and how to get the most out of your harvest.

Winners announced after the program!

• 1st Place - $100 NHG Gift Card + $50 Gift Cards to Sevy's Restaurant + $25 Florine Bowman Natural Pastries
• 2nd Place - $75 NHG Gift Card + $15 Florine Bowman Natural Pastries
• 3rd Place - $50 NHG Gift Card + $10 Florine Bowman Natural Pastries