Join us for an enriching experience to explore the world of gardening with expert speakers and engaging discussions. Morning refreshments will be included followed by sessions. Participants will have the opportunity to attend one session during each time period, making it a flexible and tailored experience.

Agenda:

• 9 a.m.: Square Foot Gardening—3+ Growing Seasons!  
  Speaker: Jonathan Svoboda, Certified Square Foot Garden Instructor
• 9 a.m.: Nature's Bumps and Lumps: The Mysterious World of Plant Galls
  Speaker: Daria McKelvey, Missouri Botanical Garden
• 10 a.m.: Answers from the Plant Doctor
  Speaker: Daria McKelvey, Missouri Botanical Garden
• 10 a.m.: Discover the Pleasure of Growing Herbs
  Speakers: Ellen Rey and Ann Limestall, Master Gardeners
• 11 a.m.: Landscaping with Native Plants: A Paradigm Shift
  Speaker: Laura Schaefer, Little Sky Wildflowers
• 11 a.m.: What’s the Buzz with Bee Hotels?: Common Misconceptions About Pollinator Conservation
  Speaker: Eliza Pessereau, Illinois Extension Educator

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