Spring Garden Expo

Saturday, April 11^th

9:00 am – 10:30 am – BUDS & BLOOMS of Rhododendrons & Roses

Learn everything you need to know about the many varieties of Beautiful Rhododendrons and fragrance Roses from growing habits, colors and placement in your gardens. Talk will include Pruning, Feeding & General care of Rhododendron & Roses to keep your plants healthy year after year.

A great class for fantastic plants you must have in your property.
Guest Speaker:  Christian Williams of ‘Medford Nursery’ 

11:00 am – 12:30 pm – BEST CONNECTICUT PERENNIALS

Exciting presentation about the top performing Perennials for your gardens. Learn which perennials yield the longest blooms. Whether your gardens are in the Sun or in the Shade, choose the right plants of color, height & texture to create an amazing Perennial Garden.
Guest Speaker: Lydia Gompper – Henry Michells

1:00 pm- 2:30 pm – SHRUBS FOR WET AREAS IN YOUR GARDENS

Stop guessing which plants will survive in more difficult areas of your property. Learn which Trees & Shrubs will be happy in wetter areas in your gardens. View many choices of plants that fix your gardens.

ALSO: Featuring a special presentation of Connecticut’s native Kalmia ‘Mountain Laurel’

This is a class you will not want to miss!
Guest Speaker: Jessica Petro of ‘Canterbury Horticulture’

3:00 pm – 4:00 pm – CONTAINER GARDENING – Plants & Ideas

Explore the best techniques for container gardening. Learn of the best plants that provide long lasting blooms in your containers all season long, whether it be annuals, topicals or perennials. Discussion will review, Soils, feeding, watering and trimming. Get creative with your containers and learn from the pros.
Speaker: Eugene Reelick of Hollandia Nurseries

Sunday, April 12^th

9:00am – 10:30 am – WALKING TOUR through GREENHOUSES

The best way to start your day is with a coffee and a walk through the greenhouses seeing the beautiful flowers and plants beginning to emerge.  Enjoy a fun filled walk and talk to see how the growing process from start to finish. This walk will kick start your morning and inspire you.
Speaker: Eugene Reelick of Hollandia Nurseries

11:00am – 12:30 pm – CHANGING OF THE GUARD ‘NEW TECHNOLOGY’

As young generations grow at Hollandia Nurseries hear of the updates about NEW technology which aids in the growing efforts and communication to customers. Methods of improving the watering, feeding, lighting and much more to help in growing all the beautiful plants at the nursery. An Exciting topic changing by the minute.
Speaker: Hans Reelick of Hollandia Nurseries

1:00pm – 2:30pm – VEGETABLE GARDENING SUCCESS

Demonstration & discussion on the proper soil, plant selections, planting techniques, feeding, watering, & harvesting for your Vegetable Garden. Whether you’re planting in containers, raised beds or in the ground, we have you covered with everything you will need to know for a successful vegetable garden.
Speaker: Eugene Reelick & Hollandia Nursery Staff

3:00pm – 4:00pm – WINTER DAMAGE ‘Identify and Protection for Trees and Shrubs’

Learn how to identify and resolve the severity of winter damage caused by the harsh extended season. Hear tips on how to prevent winter damage from happening in future seasons and how to care for shrubs that have been damaged.
Speaker: Eugene Reelick of Hollandia Nurseries

Saturday, April 18^th

9:00am – 10:30 am – WALKING TOUR through GREENHOUSES

The best way to start your day is with a coffee and a walk through the greenhouses seeing the beautiful flowers and plants beginning to emerge.  Enjoy a fun filled walk and talk to see how the growing process from start to finish. This walk will kick start your morning and inspire you.
Speaker: Hollandia Nursery Staff

11:00am – 12:30pm – THE WORLD OF HYDRANDEAS 

Fabulous presentation showcasing so many varieties of Hydrangeas. This class will teach you which Hydrangea is best for your gardens and how to promote optimal blooms each year. Understand; When and How to prune, When and What to feed and general care for these beauties in your gardens.
Guest Speaker: Chris Valley

 1:00pm – 2:30 pm – BASIC LANDSCAPE DESIGN – Including Maintenance/Pruning

Landscape 101 – Understand the basics about choosing the correct plants for your property. A guide to gathering the information you will need to create your own landscape design. You will also learn about the maintenance & Pruning needed to keep your landscape fresh.
Speaker: Eugene Reelick of Hollandia Nurseries

3:00 – 4:00 pm – OH MY ANNUALS

The BEST long lasting blooming annuals for your gardens and containers! See the top performing annuals that will provide color, texture and beauty to your gardens and planters. Understand the correct planting, watering and fertilizing techniques. Get inspired by the beauty of annual plants giving your gardens long lasting blooms.
Speaker: Eugene Reelick of Hollandia Nurseries

Sunday, April 19^th

9:00am – 10:30am – ATTRACTING BIRDS, BUTTERFLIES & HUMMINGBIRDS

Top plants that will attract many types of birds and butterflies to your gardens. No need to feed the birds with bird feeders which may attract BEARS, see which plants can provide a food source naturally to the birds in your gardens.
Speaker: Stephanie Tucci & Eugene Reelick

11:00am – 12:30pm – GREEN LAWNS ‘Lawn Care’

Green-up your lawn! Learn the correct products to use and when to apply to your lawn to keep your lawn green all season. Discussion will cover Soil, Testing, Lime application, Grub Control, Fertilizing, Seeding, Re-Seeding and application Timing.
Speaker: Anthony Langlois

1:00pm – 2:30pm – PRUNING TECHNIQUES FOR YOUR PLANTS

When and What to Prune!  Pruning and trimming your plants correctly is key to your plant’s yearly performance. See demonstrations on how to prune, where to prune and when to prune your TREES & SHRUBS. Proper Pruning equals happy and thriving plants. Must see demonstrations!
Guest Speaker: Horticulturist Terry Holt

3:00pm – 4:00pm – VEGETABLE GARDENING SUCCESS

Demonstration & discussion on the proper soil, plant selections, planting techniques, feeding, watering, & harvesting for your Vegetable Garden. Whether you’re planting in containers, raised beds or in the ground, we have you covered with everything you will need to know for a successful vegetable garden.
Speaker: Eugene Reelick & Hollandia Nursery Staff