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Join volunteer rosarian Sandy Fisher in the GraveGarden to try your hand at the ancient Chinese technique of Marcotting. Marcotting is simply a method of propogation for woody plants that are difficult to root from cuttings. It is the most widely accepted method for propagating roses, and it is the technique used here on our grounds to clone and preserve our collection of antique roses. We will be offering 3 different dates for this class, each with their own rose variety options (see below for dates and details). Each class will begin at 8am, and will be about two hours long. Participants will then return in five weeks to complete the process. This second part should only take about a half an hour. Participants will attempt to marcot two roses, and at the end of the workshop they will be able to take one home.
This workshop is hands-on and is limited in capacity. Only 6 tickets are available per class. Guests must register at least 24 hours in advance and registration is required. All supplies are provided, and guests are encouraged to wear appropriate clothing for outdoor activity, and to bring water and sunscreen.
Tickets: https://fareharbor.com/embeds/book/oldcitycemetery/items/553263/?full-items=yes&flow=1005478
Dates & Rose Varieties:
June 29th - Follow Up August 3rd
New Dawn
Mermaid
Baltimore Belle
Climbing Pinkie
Alpine Rose
Gardenia
July 6th - Follow up August 6th
Mme. Plantier
Devoniensis
Skyrocket
White Pet
Felicite et Perpetue
Laure Devoust
Burgundian Rose
Rosa mundi
Old Blush
R. Moschata Plena
July 13th - Follow Up August 17
Ghislaine de Feligonde
Glorie de Dijon
Cornelia
Yellow Lady Banks
White Lady Banks
Tutta’s Pink Noisette
Dorothy Perkins
Albertine
Velchenblau
Unknown Damask - very fragrant, deep fuschia
If you have questions, please call our office at 434.610.9858.
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