Delmar McComb // Sacred Garden Design // Sept. 13 // 9-1

$120.00

When: September 13th from 9-1 pm

Where: Blossom’s Farm, 2033 San Juan road, Aromas CA 95004

Sacred Garden Design:

Gardens of today are often reduced to their functions and designated as “ornamental”, or “edible”. In commercial applications, gardens become further reduced to “landscape installations” with “plant materials” chosen for “low maintenance”. The long history of gardens tells a different story though. This history is rich in gardens as sanctuaries; sacred in their nature; places of healing and unique to the gardener who created them. Gardens were meant to be healing and rich in symbolism, evoking experiences that lifted the soul, spirit, and life of the people, animals, and plants that were a part of them. This workshop will explore what it means to create a garden sanctuary of your own. Topics addressed will include: Creating layouts that enhance energy flow through the garden; choosing plantings that have harmonious connections to the planets and stars and that can enhance or diminish energies in the garden itself; considering the classical four Elements when laying out a design; the power of sacred forms; and how to adapt existing gardens to enhance their sacred and healing qualities. No matter how small or large a garden is or can be, this workshop will have practical and potent tips for creating a harmonious experience for the senses and the soul/spirit aspects of our being.

Delmar McComb is co-owner, with his partner Carin Fortin, of Blossom's Farm in Corralitos, California, where they grow and process approximately 100 varieties of medicinal herbs which in turn are made into health and beauty care products. He was also Director of Horticulture for Suncrest Nurseries Inc. in Watsonville, California for 5 years where he introduced more ecological growing practices into this prominent California wholesale nursery.  
Prior to this, Delmar gardened professionally for nearly 30 years serving as horticulturist, consultant, and designer of many gardens, both public and private throughout California. He was the owner of Checkerspot Nursery, a wholesale grower of perennials and shrubs from 1994-2002. 
Another passion in life besides plants and soils is singing. An operatic tenor, Delmar has sung many leading roles with opera companies around the state.