Horticulture Workshops
Each year UI Extension, Ada County offers horticulture workshops and classes based on interest and availability.
2023 Upcoming Workshops
Boise Flower & Garden Show
Join us for our Boise Flower & Garden Show (BFGS) on March 24-26 at the Boise Centre. Explore over 100 exhibits, and learn everything you need to know in preparation for spring.
Buy your tickets early and save with promo code BFGS5OFF. You can buy your tickets or learn more at the BFGS website. We can't wait to see you there.
Garden Wisdom Workshops
Join us at our Garden Wisdom Workshops on Saturday April 1, 2023. Topics include Starting a Vegetable Garden, Container Gardening, Plants that Save H2O, and Spring Perennial Care. The workshops will be held at the Ada County Extension Office from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. See you there!
Composting Workshops
- Helpful, environment-friendly information on how to use yard waste
- Hands-on composting experience
- Opportunity to be certified as a master composter
Classes offered in the fall. If you're interested in Composting Workshops, please review our composting brochure and check with UI Extension, Ada County for specific dates and times.
Upcoming Events
Easy Composting Workshop
Time and Date: Pending. Look for it in the fall 2021
Where: University of Idaho Extension, Ada County — 5880 N Glenwood St., Boise
To express interest, please submit Easy Composting Registration Form (PDF) to our office.
Master Composter
Through teaching and community service, Master Composters become leaders and educators on backyard solid-waste management in their communities.
Participants completing the three sessions of composting workshops and the required practicum hours are certified as Master Composters.
Commitment:
- 3 composting workshops
- 20 hours of hands-on practicum