Handmade Foraged Centerpiece

As a follow up to our Art of Foraging demonstration held in November—when we discussed where to find foliage, berries, seed pods, and acorns to create an autumnal wreath—you are invited back to use your foraging skills to create a wonderful winter centerpiece. (Newcomers are welcome, but should read this post thoroughly and may wish to call for more information).

Calgo horticulturalist Patti Dixon will guide your efforts. We will provide the container, floral foam, and candles – you will provide your own evergreen boughs! Patti will show you how to trim the evergreens and build a long lasting seasonal arrangement.

What to look for – (pieces should be at least 6”, however the longer your branches are the easier it is to get the perfect cut for your arrangement. If it’s green in December chances are that we can successfully use it in your arrangement. There is no right or wrong, so cut away!

Trees 
White Pine • Douglas Fir • Blue Spruce • Norway Spruce • American Holly (with or without berries) • Leyland Cypress • Arborvitae  • Cedar Trees ( the ones with the blue berries)

Shrubs
Inkberry Holly• Gold Mops • Japanese Holly • Juniper • Yews • Rhododendron
Privet  • Viburnum • Boxwood • Red Twig Dogwood • Skip Laurel

Also Look for
Pine Cones • Lavender • Rosemary

The workshop is on a Sunday, so it would be best to cut the Friday 8th or Saturday 9th so everything is fresh. If the weather is cold (no higher then mid 50s) you won’t need to put the cuts in water. Just keep them outside in a shaded area. If it’s warm, put the cuts in water until the day of the workshop. Bring two household buckets worth of cuts for your arrangement—if you can, bring extra to share! If you have your own pruners, it would be helpful to bring them.

Call Calgo to register.