Workshop: Propagating Native Ferns

Discover how simple it is to grow ferns from spores. Steve Pyne, Greenhouse Assistant at…
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Location
Mt. Cuba Center
Date
Sun, September 19
Time
1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

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Date
September 19, 2021
Time
1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Location

Mt. Cuba Center

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Ticket Cost
$49

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Discover how simple it is to grow ferns from spores. Steve Pyne, Greenhouse Assistant at Mt. Cuba Center and skilled fern propagator, reviews the life cycle of these ancient plants, how to properly collect and dry fertile fronds, and the basic steps for successfully propagating ferns. Prepare a spore-starting medium, sow spores, and set up a simple growing system to take home in this hands-on workshop.