Events

Spring 2022 Master Gardener Core Training Online Classes

Posted by webmaster on January 7, 2022

Registration is NOW open. Your $200 registration fee includes a FREE Missouri Master Gardener Core Manual. For additional information, including complete course description with syllabus and registration link, click…

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2022 Annual Plant Sale

Posted by webmaster on December 6, 2021

We will be hosting the 2022 plant sale on Saturday, April 30, 2022, beginning at 8:00 a.m. We will also host the event at a new location. Our 2022…

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2020 Lawn and Garden Show

Posted by webmaster on February 29, 2020

The 2020 30th Annual Ozark Empire Fair Lawn and Garden Show will be held from Friday, February 28, 2020 through Sunday,…

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Potting Shed University 2020: Blackberries- Delicious, Nutritious, and Thornless! ~CANCELLED~

Posted by webmaster on February 29, 2020

~CANCELLED~ Class taught by Patrick Byers, Horticulture Field Specialist Everyone can grow and enjoy blackberries. Learn how to choose the best cultivars, prepare a garden site for long term…

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Potting Shed University 2020: Pollinator Gardens- Build It and They Will Come ~CANCELLED~

Posted by webmaster on February 29, 2020

~CANCELLED~ Class taught by Jessie and Carl Haworth, Springfield Plateau Chapter, Missouri Master Naturalists The creation and maintenance of habitat for native pollinators. Native plants can be beneficial and…

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Potting Shed University 2020: A Year in the Life of a Beehive ~CANCELLED~

Posted by webmaster on February 29, 2020

~CANCELLED~ Class taught by Caroline Griesemer, Master Gardener of Greene County Ever wonder what the bees are doing when our gardens are sleeping? This presentation explores the lifecycle of…

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Potting Shed University 2020: Herbs On Your Plate and In Your Glass

Posted by webmaster on February 29, 2020

Class taught by Jana Belk and Joanie Bass, Springfield Area Herb Society These herb enthusiasts will share how to grow and what to do with your bounty of culinary herbs,…

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Potting Shed University 2020: Sustainable Lawn Care

Posted by webmaster on February 29, 2020

Class taught by Joe Fearn, Head Groundskeeper, Drury University The typical modern American lawn is the dominant component in most residential landscapes and demands significant time and resources. As an…

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Potting Shed University 2020: Dish to Dirt Home Composting

Posted by webmaster on February 19, 2020

Class taught by Ashley Krug, Market Development Coordinator, Department of Environmental Service, City of Springfield, MO Join us for this comprehensive program where we will learn how to compost food…

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Potting Shed University 2020: Soil Health for the Home Gardener

Posted by webmaster on February 3, 2020

Class taught by Kelly McGowan, Horticulture Specialist, MU Extension No other factor affects plant health like healthy soil. Learn some basics of soil health and what you can do to…

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