Submitted photoDan Miller will conduct a workshop on wild azalea propagation Friday at noon at Birdsong Nature Center.

Birdsong Nature Center will hold a workshop Saturday, March 4, on wild azalea propagation, with Dan Miller, expert grower of wild azaleas and owner of Trillium Gardens.

Miller will teach attendees how to select, plant and grow wild azaleas. Miller will show some slides of wild azalea propagation and talk about cultural requirements for specific plants and their propagation practices and then lead a question and answer session. Wild azaleas are some of the most attractive and charismatic shrubs you can plant, to both beautify your garden and enhance its ecological value. Wild azaleas are one of the best early spring nectar plants for pollinators

Bring any questions and be prepared to describe any problems or issues you may be having with growing native azaleas.

Discussion points:

• Species appropriate for our region; colors, bloom season, size.

• Placement of plants: light, spacing, soil and moisture requirements.

• Planting: soil preparation, mulching and watering needs, fertilizing.

• Pruning and maintenance.   

• Pests and disease signs and corrective action.

Reservations are required and the cost is $20. One free native wildflower is included in the cost.  Also included are coffee and coffeecake. Call or email to reserve a space by Friday, March 3 at noon. (229) 377-4408, birdsong@birdsongnaturecenter.org.