September 11:  Growing Garlic

Garlic is usually harvested in July, but did you know that it is planted in the fall?  Join us as we learn about this easy-to-grow crop:  what type of garlic to grow, when and how to plant it, and how to harvest your bulbs and scapes. Register here.

October 16:  Author Talk, Mysterious Moths

Though seldom seen due to their nocturnal nature, moths are every bit as beautiful and charismatic as their butterfly cousins. Their role as pollinators is essential to the survival of many of our plants, especially orchids. Most importantly, moths and their caterpillars are food for birds, bats, and countless other animals. We will take a photographic journey into the intriguing world of moths, exploring which of our native plants are most enticing to these lovely Lepidopterans. We can all greatly benefit the ecosystem around us by “moth gardening” in our yards! We are excited to host Chelsea Gottfried, co-author of Gardening for Moths, for this program. This lecture is co-sponsored by West Cook Wild Ones. Register here.

November 13:  Houseplant Pest Management

Pests aren’t only in our gardens – they often end up on our houseplants, as well.  Join us as we learn about how to prevent pests from showing up, identify them if they do, and how to effectively treat them and keep them from spreading. Register here.

January 22:  Winter Sowing

Winter sowing is becoming a more widely known method of growing healthy seedlings, and we can start winter sowing now!  Join us as we learn about what equipment you’ll need, how to set it up, and the timing for growing a variety of seeds. Register here. 

Do not miss the upcoming Seed Swap, and get your garden started! Details here.

February 19:  Building a Drought-Tolerant Garden

We can’t change the amount of rainfall we receive, but we can adapt the way we garden. Join us as we learn about drought-tolerant gardening: what are the best plants to grow, and how can we make the most effective use of the rainfall we do receive. Register here.