Plant Materials for Chic Mountain Gardens

Learning  new plants and using the plant matrix as a tool gives you confidence  when choosing plants that thrive in mountain climates.  In this course  you will build a foundation in botany, horticulture, and soil science.   After the lecture, we will carpool to Highlands Lawn & Garden  Nursery where we will study plant sizes and shapes with a narrative  tour.  Afterwards you will feel confident that you have the expertise to  choose the right plant for the right place and the opportunity to use your plant matrix.

(Lunch will be provided)

Location:  Lecture begins at CLE Lecture Hall, group will carpool to nursery finishing with a lunch and group discussion at a location TBD.

Presenter:  Mary Palmer Dargan RLA, APLD.  With over 45 years in experience designing home environments from coast to coast, Mary Palmer has honed her unique design philosophy.  Her process and eco-awareness, with deep roots in her English and Celtic heritage.

Assistant instructor:  Arielle McIntyre PDC, APD is inspired by the intersection of art, ritual, food, and regenerative  garden design.  Since 2019, Arelle has been shadowing Mary Palmer  learning and designing curriculum around her design process from a  beginner's perspective.