Seed Starting: January 28

Online

This event has reached maximum capacity.  We will record the seminar and post a link on our website within one week.  Thank you for your support and understanding! Are you interested in growing vegetables from seed? Come learn how to start your veggie garden indoors so you can transplant in spring. We’ll cover where to […]

Compost 101 Virtual Lecture: October 7, 2020

Online

What is compost? How do you incorporate it into your garden and lawn? What are the different types of compost and how do you create your own? This lecture will help you understand how to use organic matter in your garden. FREE for FOPCON members; $10 for non-members. Visit www.fopcon.org to become a member. To register for the […]

Bulb Planting for Spring Blooms 101 Virtual Lecture: September 17, 2020

Online

Join bulb experts to learn about the basics of planting fall bulbs for spring blooms. Participants will learn when and how to plant bulbs, how to select bulbs for your garden, and how many you need. Ask your questions on growing bulbs and how to get started. FREE. Register here. A zoom link will be […]

Five Ways to Preserve the Harvest Virtual Lecture: August 5, 2020

Online

Local food blogger and cookbook author Emily Paster will cover five ways to preserve your garden harvest - from canning to freezing to drying and root-cellaring. Emily will offer in-depth descriptions of fermentation and water-bath canning, versatile and accessible methods of home food preservation suitable for many common home-grown fruits and vegetables. FREE. To register […]

Succulents Virtual Lecture: July 30, 2020

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Learn how to nurture succulents and help them thrive. Discover the best light, location and humidity for your plants. Plus you’ll learn when and how to repot your plants and how to determine signs of stress. FREE for FOPCON members with code, $10 for non-members. Visit www.fopcon.org to become a member. To register for the event, […]

Get the Dirt — Your Garden Questions Answered: July 23, 2020

Online

Join us for this free, live Q&A session to get gardening advice and tips from our master gardeners and Oak Park Conservatory's Director of Horticulture. Plus, you’ll learn what to be doing now in your garden. You can submit questions in advance or come with your questions and our panelists will guide you.  To register, […]