This $40 class is held at North Central Michigan College at the Health & Science Building room 333. To register for the class go to https://www.ncmclifelonglearning.com/event-6778392

Transform Your Garden This Autumn! Set up for success in 2027

Who says gardening is just for spring and summer? Autumn is bursting with possibilities, and it’s a great time to make improvements for next year. Dive into the vibrant world of fall gardening, where you’ll discover how to turn this often-overlooked season into your ultimate secret weapon for a stunning, year-round landscape.

In this energizing class, you’ll unlock pro tips and creative strategies to prepare and elevate your garden—not just for winter, but to set the stage for breathtaking spring blooms and lush summer growth next year. Get ready to maximize your outdoor space with color, texture, and all-season interest!

Topics include:

Fall Maintenance

• What & how to prune

• What to protect & how to overwinter your most prized plantings

• Planning for next year

What to plant now

• Leveraging hearty shrubs as an alternative to flowers

• Using leaf color and texture in lieu of flowers

• Winter interest – plantings for all seasons

• Planting now for spring surprises

Fearless with Bulbs, Tubers & Rhizomes

• Understanding their growth habits & know the difference

• How & where to use them

• How to manage/split & store them