Designing with Dahlias: September 22, 2021
Join the Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory as we welcome certified organic grower Tania Cubberly of SkyFall Flowers for a FREE virtual lecture. Tania will introduce us to the […]
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Get the Dirt — Your Garden Questions Answered: July 20, 2021
OnlineJoin us for this live virtual Q&A session to get gardening advice and tips from our plant experts. Plus, you’ll learn what to be doing now in your garden. You […]
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Urban Foraging with Nina Lawrin: June 3
OnlineYou may be surprised by the number of edible plants you encounter every day. Join Nina Lawrin of Loveren Collections for an evening of fun exploration, possibilities, and conversation surrounding urban foraging within and around Chicago. Stimulating conversations around human-plant connection, biodiversity, and accessibility will be explored along with some foraged food recipes and guidelines. […]
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Get the Dirt — Your Seasonal Garden Questions Answered: May 18
OnlineJoin us for this live virtual Q&A session to get gardening advice and tips from our plant experts. 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. Register here for this program on May 18 from […]
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Tree and Shrub Pruning Basics: February 25, 2021
OnlineAlthough it may be cold and snowy outside, winter is actually the best time of year to prune your deciduous plants. Learn when to get out your pruners, how to take a critical look at your trees and shrubs, and the best approach to promote shape and thin your plants before spring. A link to […]
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Seed Starting: January 28
OnlineThis 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 […]
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Compost 101 Virtual Lecture: October 7, 2020
OnlineWhat 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 […]
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Bulb Planting for Spring Blooms 101 Virtual Lecture: September 17, 2020
OnlineJoin 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 […]
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Five Ways to Preserve the Harvest Virtual Lecture: August 5, 2020
OnlineLocal 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 […]
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Succulents Virtual Lecture: July 30, 2020
OnlineLearn 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, […]
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Get the Dirt — Your Garden Questions Answered: July 23, 2020
OnlineJoin 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, […]
