University of Illinois Extension Master Gardeners have put together a great series for home gardeners to explore a variety of interesting topics. Experts will share tips on two topics each night of the series: This is the last week of the series. It takes place on Monday April 24 from 6 to 8 pm at the Holiday Inn, Rock Island, IL. The cost is $10/night. Snacks provided. Pre-register as space is limited. Register at go.illinois.edu/SpringSeries23

Monday, April 24, 6 - 8 PM

• Growing Plants Indoors, Perrine West, experienced local garden and plant enthusiast
  Does your knowledge of this topic stop at how to overwinter a geranium? Perrine has grown hundreds of plants indoors and she’ll share the seven things you need to know about houseplants. She’ll touch on herbs, succulents, begonias, edible flowers, wildflowers, and shade plants. You'll also learn about the therapeutic benefits of indoor gardening that comes from the delight of getting something unusual to bloom. Whether you are trying to while away the hours of a long winter tending to plants indoors, or looking to just keep plants alive until they can go back outside, Perrine has tips and information to help you.
• What’s New for 2023, with Corn Crib Nursery
  What to watch for in the upcoming year from the greenhouse from Corn Crib Nursery staff. They will share not only those tried and true plants, but new ones that you might not be familiar with.