Columbus Garden School

06/17/2026

𝗦𝗣𝗢𝗧𝗟𝗜𝗚𝗛𝗧: 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗼 𝘁𝗼 𝗧𝗼𝗼𝗹𝘀
Have you ever needed a tool and didn't know its correct name, or even if it was the most efficient tool for the job? In this workshop, we will have a variety of hand and power tools for you to identify and try out. We'll go over the appropriate ways to safely handle tools and most importantly, you'll also have the opportunity to practice your skills with some good, old-fashioned hands-on fun. Yes, YOU can learn how to use basic construction tools to make your house a home!

** FATHER'S DAY SPECIAL: We are opening this workshop to folks of ALL genders to acknowledge the skills shared by our adult guardians! ** Take our class and then head to brunch ... or the hardware store.

INSTRUCTOR: Chrissy Marsey, union electrician and founder of Central Ohio Women in the Trades.

Sunday, June 21st at 10 AM - 12 PM
LINK IN COMMENTS

06/17/2026

𝗪𝗮𝗹𝗸 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗚𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗽𝗲𝘁.

An Evening with Green Columbus is a celebration for tree lovers, community builders, sustainability enthusiasts, and anyone who believes a greener Columbus is possible.

This first-of-its-kind event brings together people who care about trees, neighborhoods, and the future of our city. Come, Bring a friend, and get ready to geek out about trees with people who get it.

We're celebrating what's been growing and raising $25,000 for more tree plantings. Because if Columbus needs more shade, more beauty, and more green spaces, we might as well have a good time making it happen.

The evening will feature live music, a Green Carpet step-and-repeat photo moment, networking, vegetarian bites, drink tickets, and a native tree auction. We'll also hear from special speakers and local green heroes helping shape the future of Columbus' urban forest.

𝗧𝗛𝗨𝗥𝗦𝗗𝗔𝗬, 𝗝𝗨𝗟𝗬 𝟯𝟬𝘁𝗵 𝗮𝘁 𝗕𝘂𝗱𝗱 𝗗𝗮𝗶𝗿𝘆 𝗙𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗛𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗥𝗼𝗼𝗳𝘁𝗼𝗽.

Columbus has a lot of growing to do. Right now, our tree canopy covers about 22% of the city, and we know that number looks and feels very different depending on the neighborhood. Some streets have shade, birdsong, and tree-lined sidewalks. Others are still waiting for the comfort and protection trees bring.

That's why this night matters. Reserve your ticket, bring a friend, and walk the Green Carpet with us. Tickets are limited due to rooftop capacity, so please secure your spot today to support our local canopy.
𝙏𝙧𝙚𝙚 𝙝𝙪𝙜𝙜𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙚𝙣𝙘𝙤𝙪𝙧𝙖𝙜𝙚𝙙. 𝙊𝙗𝙫𝙞𝙤𝙪𝙨𝙡𝙮.
TICKET LINK IN COMMENTS!

06/16/2026

🦋 Our latest newsletter -- join us for summer classes at CGS! Limited seats available, register now!


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06/13/2026

Why I Grow Blueberries: Exhibit 1.

06/12/2026

Ahh, humidity! We love DOGWOOD trees and shrubs, and they love humidity and a bit of seasonal snow. We could not grow happy dogwoods when I lived in places like San Jose, CA -- too hot and dry. Say what you will about humidity, at least we can grow dogwoods outstanding in our Ohio fields.

𝗖𝗚𝗦 𝗵𝗮𝘀 𝘀𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗱𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝗳𝘂𝗹 𝘆𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝘄𝗶𝗴 𝗱𝗼𝗴𝘄𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝘀𝗵𝗿𝘂𝗯𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘀𝗮𝗹𝗲 (Cornus sericea 'Flaviramea'). This is a very old cultivar (100+ years old, no longer under patent) that I took a cutting from about 10 years ago. Now we use the mature shrub to teach students how to propagate woody plants. One fun fact about buying a yellow dogwood from CGS -- you can see what the parent plant looks like! You can also visit our red shrub dogwoods as well as native and Chinese dogwood trees on the property here.

1 gallon shrub = $14
3 gallon shrub = $28
Link for info and to purchase plants are in the comments.
As always, limited supply of plants.

TODAY'S TRIVIA: The name "dogwood" likely comes from its tough, straight twigs, which were historically used in Old English as butcher's skewers or small daggers, known as "dags" or "dagwood". Over centuries of use, the word "dagwood" eventually shifted into the easier-to-pronounce "dogwood". (Source - Wikipedia)

06/12/2026

𝗣𝗘𝗥𝗘𝗡𝗡𝗜𝗔𝗟-𝗣𝗔𝗟𝗢𝗢𝗭𝗔 𝗮𝘁 𝗖𝗚𝗦
We've got some great plants for summer sale - mostly natives, all tough and all beautiful! Sizes range from 4-inch to 1-gallon pots depending on the plant. Make your purchases on our website, and your plants will be tagged and ready for your pickup within 24 hours (often sooner). $6-10 each; limited quantities.

> Rose Hibiscus 60”H. The 3-6"W flowers are light pink and darken toward the center. Blooms July-September.

> Anise Hyssop (36”H. Purple blossoms pop open in intervals, providing a long nectar season for bumblebees, hummingbirds, and butterflies. Blooms June through September.

> Aromatic Aster 24"H. The stiff stems will branch out slowly to create a bush-like appearance and will be completely covered in light purple flowers when blooming. Blooms Aug-Oct.

> Mullein to 72"H. Small, yellow flowers are densely grouped on a tall stem, which grows from a large rosette of leaves.

> Clustered Bellflower. Grows 8-20"H and spreads vigorously. Eye-popping purple flower clusters appear in late May and may continue sporadically all summer.

> Butterfly W**d 24”H. The vivid orange color, low mounded profile, and ability to attract and sustain butterflies (including monarchs) make this plant a well-known landscape favorite for all types of gardens. Blooms June-Aug.

> White Yarrow is a hardy, drought-tolerant, and versatile perennial known for its fern-like foliage and flat-topped clusters of white flowers. Blooms spring through fall.

> Tall Ironweed 5’H. Ironweed has showy dark magenta-purple flowers. Prefers damp soil conditions and full sun exposure. Blooms Aug-Oct.

> Wild Quinine 48”H. Typically found in dry areas of prairies and open woods, the white, cauliflower-looking flowers attract bees, wasps, flies, and beetles. Blooms June-September.

> Mountain Mint 36”H. Soft gray-green foliage makes this a beautiful border/background plant. Blooms July-Sept.

> NATIVE GRASSES AVAILABLE! Please see our "Plants for Sale" page for all plants. Link in comments.

06/10/2026

Wise words to kills bugs by.

06/09/2026

😎 Dumb meme, I know. 🙂

Class is just $15, the same price we offered in 2020! Previous students can retake the class for FREE - just drop us a note!
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06/09/2026

Firefly Fun Facts! We usually have quite a “sparkle” of fireflies here in the CGS prairie area.