Adult Gardening Class–Butterfly Gardens & Pollinators
May 18 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Free
This month, learn all about creating your own Butterfly Garden and other ways to attract pollinators. It’s really cool–plant beautiful things AND help our civilization continue to eat. Learn about attracting and sustaining a pollinator-friendly space with food and host plants.
It doesn’t matter if you are a new or experienced gardener, we would love to welcome you to the teaching garden at Empire Market this season. These classes are come and go–whether you have 15 minutes or an hour, our Master Gardeners can aid you!
Winter classes will be held in the market building.
Master Gardeners Eric and Debbie, of Jasper County Master Gardeners Association, will lead discussions surrounding the major topics of home gardening, as well as provide hands-on learning. Their expert advise and knowledge can help you get started or further your efforts in growing your own foods and native gardens.
Here is a list of upcoming topics and the dates they will be offered:
Active Hydroponics–January 20, 2024
Seed Starting–February 17, 2024
Companion Planting–March 23, 2024
Container Planting–April 20, 2024
Butterfly Gardens and Pollinators–May 18, 2024
Native Gardening–June 22, 2024
Herb Gardens–July 20, 2024
No-Till Gardening–August 17, 2024
Hobbit Day–September 21, 2024 (POTATOES)
Seed Saving–October 19, 2024
Hydroponics–November 16, 2024