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June 2023
MEMBER AND FRIENDS GARDEN WALK & LUNCHEON
Hidden away in a charming cul-de-sac right here in Bloomingdale is the most magical garden you can possibly imagine—and the owner is one of our longtime members!! Instead of our normal Tuesday evening June meeting, we have been invited to explore this awesome little piece of paradise and enjoy lunch with Bob and Fu Mei. TIME: 10 AM TO 4:30 PM—See Roster for Address. Lunch will be catered and there is no cost to club members and friends but we…
Find out more »July 2023
Late Summer Perennials and Those That Attract Pollinators
Late summer and fall gardens often look worn out and tired after the riot of spring and summer color. Our fall gardens don’t have to look tired and past their prime. Many plants are available to give you a fall “WOW” factor. Learn how to rev up your August-September garden with perennials, ornamental grasses and the fall color of trees & shrubs. When it comes to pollination, honey bees get a majority of the attention. However, many insects play a…
Find out more »August 2023
Dietary Strategies for Cognitive Health through Foods from the Garden
The brain requires certain nutrients to stay healthy. The foods we eat can have a big impact on the structure and health of our brains. Eating a brain-boosting diet may support both short-term and long-term brain function. The microbiome of your soil matters to your Microbiome. “From the garden to the table, from the classroom to the community.” Our presenter, Veronica Porter, was born and raised in Naperville when it was still considered a small farm town. She caught the…
Find out more »September 2023
Landscaping with Native Plants
Our presenter, David Brooks, is a professional naturalist who has given presentations on Illinois natural history and green landscaping to groups of all ages throughout the Chicago area since 1990. More and more people are discovering the beauty and environmental benefits of using native plants in home landscaping. This presentation will review the benefits of using natives and introduce you to a wide range of beautiful plants suitable for home gardens as well as how to incorporate them into your…
Find out more »October 2023
Fall Bulbs and Putting your Garden to Bed
Erin is the Perennial Manager at Platt Hill Nursery in Bloomingdale, IL. She is a third generation gardener, born and raised in Southern California. Her love of plants and gardening in the Horticulture and Garden Center Industry is where she uses her passion and knowledge of plants to educate others. Bust some of the myths about bulbs we thought were true with latest research. We will discuss the basics of bulb care during the late summer and fall months while gardeners are…
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