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The_Cheekwood_Gardening_School- Ask a Gardener
September 20, 2025

Ask a Gardener

Is it too late to plant this? Prune that? Sow seeds? You've heard us say that autumn is a great…
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The_Cheekwood_Gardening_School- Cheekwood After Hours Blevins Japanese Garden
September 24, 2025

Cheekwood After Hours: Blevins Japanese Garden (Shomu-en)

In this special after hours immersion, learn key principles of Japanese garden design and experience shomu-en at dusk. Meet outside…
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marikogarden photo by Elise Nicole Photography
September 27, 2025

How to Make Garden Soil

Ready to turn your dirt into soil? Learn how to use what you have on-hand to create biodiverse, garden-boosting soil.…
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The_Cheekwood_Gardening_School- Seasonal Containers for Cool Weather
September 27, 2025

Seasonal Containers for Cool Weather

Welcome guests and new seasons with containers that fit your space and style. Learn how to choose a palette and…
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Mariko.Trellises photo by Elise Nicole Photography
September 27, 2025

Trellises + Garden Structures

From humble to extravagant, garden trellises have a place in every garden. Be inspired by tried and true DIY trellis…
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The_Cheekwood_Gardening_School- Landscape Garden Design
October 4, 2025

Landscape Garden Design

You've heard "right plant, right place", but where do you go from there? Learn key garden design principles from real…
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The_Cheekwood_Gardening_School- Planting Under Mature Trees
October 4, 2025

Planting Under Mature Trees

Beautiful gardens can be made in the shade. Challenged by dry soils, layers of roots, and dense shade? Take a…
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October 8, 2025

Sigourney Cheek Literary Garden

Instructor Sean Stoyko, Cheekwood Location Botanic Hall Not Yet Members: $45 Members: $32 Waitlist
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The_Cheekwood_Gardening_School- Moon Gardens + Nocturnal Nature
October 11, 2025

Moon Gardens + Nocturnal Nature

Who's afraid of the dark? Gardens can come alive in the night! Learn to love nocturnal flora and fauna and…
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The_Cheekwood_Gardening_School- Maximizing Garden Space for Birdwatching
October 11, 2025

Maximizing Garden Space for Birdwatching

Gardening is for the birds! Or, at least, it can be. Discover the key principles of bird-friendly habitats, and how…
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The_Cheekwood_Gardening_School- Forcing Bulbs for Indoor Beauty
October 18, 2025

Forcing Bulbs for Indoor Beauty

Keep blooming all fall and winter by "forcing" bulbs indoors. From tulips, to hyacinths, and paperwhites, learn how to enjoy…
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The_Cheekwood_Gardening_School- Growing Roses Organically
October 18, 2025

Growing Roses Organically

Cultivating roses organically opens you to a world of edible and iconic beauty. Learn how to choose rose varieties and…
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The_Cheekwood_Gardening_School- Going from Lawn to Living Landscape
October 25, 2025

Going from Lawn to Living Landscape

The Mid-South was once covered by millions of acres of biodiverse grasslands. Now, only 10% of that ecosystem remains scattered…
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The_Cheekwood_Gardening_School- Designing a Garden for Your Lifestyle
October 25, 2025

Designing a Garden for Your Lifestyle

No garden is "perfect", but it can be perfect for you! Whether you love veggies, perennials, ornamental flowers, or native…
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Summer Classes


Harvesting Summer Vegetables (and Recipe Swap)

July 26 | 9:30 AM

As you grow your summer bounty, learn about how to harvest and prepare your fresh produce. Bring a recipe to share!

Instructor

Sarah Ruzic & Abi Tapia, Tennessee Kitchen Gardens

Location

The Courtyard Classroom
Not Yet Members: $40
Members: $32
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Looking Ahead: Planning Your Fall Garden

July 26 | 12 PM

Get a head start on autumn and learn how to prepare your soil and choose the perfect plants for the upcoming growing season

Instructor

Madeline Roberson

Location

The Courtyard Classroom
Not Yet Members: $40
Members: $32
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Parterre: Structure and Peace of Formal Gardens

August 9 | 10 AM

Explore how the structure of French parterre gardens can create a peaceful, meditative environment. Learn how to apply formal garden sensibilities in your space.

Instructor

Ellen Spicer, Landscape Designer

Location

The Courtyard Classroom
Not Yet Members: $40
Members: $32
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Cancellation Policy for All Series

Refund requests must be submitted to [email protected] 72 hours prior to the program’s start date and time. The registration fee will be refunded less a ten percent processing charge.

Fees are nonrefundable and nontransferable on and after the program’s start date. Cheekwood cannot refund fees requested on or after the start date of a program or for sessions missed due to illness or other personal situations.

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