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Alaska Peonies: Catch the Fever!   

 
  • FF-04 Alaska Peonies: Catch the Fever!
  • Session II: 10/14/2024 - 11/4/2024
    Days & Times: M 10:30 AM - 11:45 AM
    Number of Meetings: 4
    Building: UPark 151
    Instructor: Chris Beks
    Fee: $20.00

    Oct. 14, 21, 28, Nov. 4

    Alaska Peonies are celebrated for their exceptional quality, unique growing conditions, and have become a favorite for flower enthusiasts around the world. We will show you the details of how to plant, grow, care, and cut these beautiful flowers. All the information applies both to backyard gardeners all the way to those interested in the commercial farming of peonies for the cut-flower market.

     

    Instructor Chris Beks is co-owner of North Pole Peonies, one of the oldest and largest peony farms in Alaska. His family has operated the farm for over 20 years, with three-generations actively working on the farm.

 

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Osher Lifelong Learning Institute
University of Alaska Fairbanks
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