Container Gardening: Fun Pots & Planters for Summer

  • Sat, May 30, 2026
  • 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • NCMC Health & Sci Bldg Rm 333
  • 25

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Looking to breathe new life into your outdoor spaces? Join us for an inspiring morning of springtime garden enchantment!

This class is all about sparking your imagination and helping you design eye-catching planters that showcase your unique style. Learn how to create a garden space that’s a true reflection of who you are, using playful accents and budget-friendly tips to give your containers a personalized touch. We’ll have live demos and share ideas to help spark your creativity.

Discover how balance, symmetry, color, and texture can elevate the look of your containers and make your outdoor spaces look fantastic.

We’ll also cover practical essentials like drainage, aeration, deer resistance, and choosing plants that thrive in sun or shade.

Plus, we’ll share simple ways to refresh your planters and keep them thriving through fall and winter.

Whether you’re just starting out or already have a green thumb, you’ll leave with fresh ideas and inspiration for your container garden!

    ***Refunds are unavailable for cancellations made within 48 hours of the class***


    Kim Seelinger is a Master Gardener, certified through Michigan State University in 2002. Kim has worked in several retail greenhouses and has developed and maintained many public and private gardens. She also does some residential landscape design, consulting & maintenance. Her specialty is creating layered landscapes for multi-season interest, using leaf color and texture to create drama. Kim is also an avid skier and cyclist. She spends time skiing in the mountains every winter and is a certified ski instructor. She also spends many hours on her bike in northern Michigan in the summertime. However, “Gardening is my passion—I love getting my hands dirty, and I truly believe that an hour in the garden puts life’s problems in perspective.”



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