The public is invited to register for the University of Illinois Extension’s 26th Annual Gardener’s Palette, held in Quincy. This all-day conference has something for all levels of gardening interest and experience. Presentations will be given by experts in horticulture, natural resources, and landscape.
Event Date(s): March 05, 2022
Event Time: 9 a.m. to 3:15 p.m.
Event Fee: $35.00
Location: Quincy Senior & Family Resource Center – 639 York St., Quincy
Topics include:
■ Pollinators
■ Greenhouse Production
■ Professional Pruning
■ Landscape Water Management
■ Tree Root Troubles
■ Preparing Home Landscapes for Natural Disasters
■ Growing & Using Culinary Herbs
■ Gardening with Wildlife
■ Peonies
■ Vegetables
Two “make & take” workshops will also be offered. The morning workshop will teach how to plant and maintain succulents. Each participant will be able to pot and take home their choice of baby succulents. The additional cost for this class is $20. The afternoon workshop will focus on flavoring with herbs.
Participants will be able to create their own herb-infused vinegar. The additional cost for this class is $10.
Register at: https://web.extension.illinois.edu/registration/?RegistrationID=24828
