Tagawa Gardens
Art of Ikenobo Ikebana Demonstration
Tagawa Gardens 7711 S. Parker Road, Centennial, CO, United StatesGenerously presented by the Ikenobo Colorado Chapter. Limit: 50 guests | No fee, but please register here. Experience the history and culture behind traditional Ikenobo Ikebana flower arranging. During the demonstration, four arrangements will be made, displaying the history of ikebana from the 4th Century.
Styling a Bonsai
Tagawa Gardens 7711 S. Parker Road, Centennial, CO, United StatesGenerously presented by Rocky Mountain Bonsai Society. Paul Koenning will teach the techniques of wiring and pruning to develop a beautiful bonsai.
Art of Origami Workshop
Tagawa Gardens 7711 S. Parker Road, Centennial, CO, United StatesGenerously presented by the Japan America Society of Colorado. Limit: 20 guests | Participants must be middle school age or older | No fee, but please register here. With thoughtful, step-by-step instruction, learn the careful folds of traditional to contemporary origami. During this hands-on class, you will also learn the special story behind 1,000 Cranes. […]
Japanese Table Tea Ceremony Demonstration
Tagawa Gardens 7711 S. Parker Road, Centennial, CO, United StatesGenerously presented by Sho-fu-kai of Denver Botanic Gardens Limit: 30 guests | No fee, but please register here. In this special table demonstration of a Japanese tea ceremony, glimpse a tradition dearly held in Japanese culture. Please register to reserve your seat for this special experience. (No tea samples.)
Falconry with HawkQuest
Tagawa Gardens 7711 S. Parker Road, Centennial, CO, United StatesIn a very special presentation in honor of Tagawa Gardens’ 40th Anniversary, our long-time friends from HawkQuest will share the remarkable history of falconry in the Orient. Learn about the ornate falconry hoods and training apparatus used by falconers. Meet a golden eagle, peregrine falcon, red-tailed hawk, and a harris hawk – and watch an […]
Live Koto & Flute Music
Tagawa Gardens 7711 S. Parker Road, Centennial, CO, United StatesGenerously presented by Koto Colorado. Playing both traditional and contemporary pieces, enjoy the sounds of Japanese koto and accompanying instruments as you explore our Japanese-inspired bonsai and kokedama exhibits on Aisle 3.
Viewing Bonsai like an Expert
Tagawa Gardens 7711 S. Parker Road, Centennial, CO, United StatesGenerously presented by Rocky Mountain Bonsai Society. Larry Jackel will help you develop an “expert’s eye” when viewing and experiencing bonsai.
Rikka Arrangement
Tagawa Gardens 7711 S. Parker Road, Centennial, CO, United StatesGenerously presented by Ikenobo Colorado Chapter. In honor of Tagawa Gardens’ 40th Anniversary Celebration, the official Ikenobo Colorado Chapter will be graciously creating and displaying a traditional rikka arrangement at Tagawa Gardens. The arranging process will begin on Saturday, August 13 around 9:00am. As you enjoy the morning at the garden center, stop by to […]
Blooming Streptocarpus Sale with the Rocky Mountain Streptocarpus Society
Tagawa Gardens 7711 S. Parker Road, Centennial, CO, United StatesDiscover beautiful flowering streptocarpus and other unique gesneriads brought to you by the passionate hobbyists who grow them best! Our friends from the Rocky Mountain Streptocarpus Society will share with you all you need to know for success. These collector plants run out the door quickly, so be sure to come early for the best […]
Creating Colorful Xeriscapes
Tagawa Gardens 7711 S. Parker Road, Centennial, CO, United StatesSelecting the plants you would like to use in a Xeriscape is one thing, knowing how to create colorful and useful spaces with them is another. In this class, Craig will cover 7 distinctive xeric garden spaces in my yard. We will go over the plants used, as well as show you how he placed […]
Perennials for Xeriscape
Tagawa Gardens 7711 S. Parker Road, Centennial, CO, United StatesAt its simplest, xeriscaping is about selecting plants that can thrive in the landscape with as little supplemental water as possible. In this class, we will introduce you to 32 of the toughest and most colorful perennials for your water-wise garden. Feature Instructor: Craig Miller, ISA Certified Arborist. Since 1970, Craig has dedicated his career […]
Getting Started in Bonsai
Tagawa Gardens 7711 S. Parker Road, Centennial, CO, United StatesRocky Mountain Bonsai Society Patrick Allen will teach what bonsai is, plants for beginners, tools needed, pitfalls to avoid, and the personal joy of bonsai.
