Join us for an enriching experience to explore the world of gardening with expert speakers and engaging discussions. A hearty breakfast will be served from 8:15 to 9:00 a.m., followed by sessions. Participants will have the opportunity to attend one session during each time period, making it a flexible and tailored experience.

Agenda:

• 8:15 - 9 am: Continental Breakfast

• 9 a.m.: So You Can’t Grow Lavender in Illinois?
  Speakers: Kim Hansen and Kris Straub, Tenderloin Farms

• 9 a.m.: The Joy of Seeds
  Speaker: Elizabeth Wahle, Extension Educator

• 10 a.m.: Edible Landscaping- The plants that make it possible
  Speaker: Matt Lebon, Custom Foodscaping

• 10 a.m.: Bringing Conservation Home: Partnering with Mother Nature
  Speaker: Charlie Pitts, U of I Master Naturalist

• 11 a.m.: How to Attract Ruby-Throated Hummingbirds to Your Own Backyard Pollinator Garden
  Speaker: Kim Rohling, Horticulture Extension Educator

• 11 a.m.: Plant Identification- Then and Now
  Speaker: Ned Siegel, U of I Master Naturalist

Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your gardening skills and connect with fellow enthusiasts!