Library Center of the Ozarks – Free Garden Classes

March 25   –
“Hummingbird Habits” – The hummingbirds will be arriving soon.   Learn about their migration, feeding habits & favorite plants with photos and behavioral videos.
By Marina Hanson & Mary O’Brien, Master Gardeners of the Ozarks

April 22
“Seed Starting” – It’s not too late to start seeds for your summer vegetables and flowers.  Learn how to grow from seeds and transplant directly to your garden.
By Mary O’Brien, Master Gardener of the Ozarks

May 27
NO CLASS

June 24
“Planting in Clay Soil” – Learn successful solutions for dealing with and planting in clay soil.  Discover tough perennials that will grow well and thrive in clay soil once established.
By Mary O’Brien, Master Gardener of the Ozark

July 22
“A Year in the Life of a Beehive”   – The fascinating life cycle of the honey bee is explored in this presentation.  Basic beekeeping techniques are explained with peeks inside the hive of this complex organism.
By Caroline Griesemer, Master Gardener & Beekeeper from Springfield, MO

August 26
“TBD”

September 23
“Preserving Garden Herbs” –  As the growing season comes to an end, learn how to harvest, prep and dry the most common herbs for use all year long.
By Mary O’Brien, Master Gardener of the Ozarks

October 28
“Making A Xeriscape Garden” – Learn how to transform a troublesome area from rock and clay by means of Xeriscaping.  Xeriscape is a type of landscaping that uses a minimal amount of water to thrive.  It is designed specifically for areas that are susceptible to drought.
By Mary O’Brien, Master Gardener of the Ozark

All programs are presented by Master Gardeners

University of Missouri Extension.

Presentations are scheduled for 10:30AM and will be approximately one hour in length.