Saturday workshops offered at five Green Acres locations
Here's an example of the pumpkin centerpiece that will be taught during Saturday's workshop. Courtesy Green Acres Nursery & Supply
Add a little pumpkin spice to your holiday decorations with a succulent-filled pumpkin centerpiece.
Learn how Saturday, Oct. 21, at classes offered at Green Acres Nursery & Supply.
The 10 a.m. workshop will be held at five Green Acres locations: Citrus Heights, Elk Grove, Folsom, Rocklin and Roseville.
Class fee is $30 plus tax and includes all materials and instructions. Space is limited; register online here: https://idiggreenacres.com/pages/create-class-pumpkin-succulent-centerpiece.
“Our experienced garden gurus will lead you through the process of crafting a fall-inspired succulent pumpkin centerpiece,” says Green Acres. “Assemble a variety of succulents and decorative moss on top of a large specialty pumpkin while our experts share how to care for it.”
The participating Green Acres are located at: 6128 San Juan Ave., Citrus Heights; 9220 E. Stockton Blvd., Elk Grove; 205 Serpa Way, Folsom; 5436 Crossings Drive, Rocklin; and 7300 Galilee Road, Roseville.
Green Acres also has a huge selection of pumpkins in more than a dozen varieties. Find a patch at each location.
In addition to the Succulent Pumpkin class, the Green Acres in Roseville is hosting the annual Sierra Foothills Rose Society show. Featuring exhibition roses, rose photography and artistic arrangements, this large show will feature hundreds of roses at their fall peak of bloom. It’s open to the public from 1 to 4:30 p.m. Admission is free.
Details and directions: https://idiggreenacres.com/.
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