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Registration is now open for Think Spring!, a gardening seminar comprised of four educational sessions offering inspiration and instructional how-to for home gardeners of all experience levels.
Presented by the Penn State Extension Master Gardeners of Wyoming County, the program takes place in Evans Hall on the campus of Keystone College in Factoryville, on Saturday, April 26, from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Advanced registration is required.
The morning program agenda includes:
•The Basics of Cut Flower Gardening: Ashlee Butkiewicz will share tips on growing flowers for stunning bouquets.
•Growing Herbs in Containers: Melissa Wright will share steps for designing and growing herb-filled containers.
•Hummingbirds, Butterflies, and Bees… Oh My!: Courtney Leaidicker will highlight native plants to attract pollinators.
•Rain Gardens and More: Jeremy Leaidicker will share strategies for managing storm water with rain gardens, downspout planters, and rain barrels.
Attendees will receive a folder of take-home horticulture information and garden seed packs. Several door prizes will also be presented, including gardening books, seed-starting materials and a gift certificate for perennial plants.
Complete event information and registration for Think Spring! is available online at https://extension.psu.edu/think-spring-gardening-seminar or by calling 1-877-345-0691. The registration deadline is April 22.
To contact the Master Gardeners of Wyoming County, call 570-836-3196 or email wyomingmg@psu.edu.
Penn State Extension Wyoming County is located at 71 Hollow Crest Rd, Ste 2, Tunkhannock.
