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Last updated January 27, 2026
MCMG Coordinator Steve Dubik has approved all talks below for Continuing Education credit.
February 1, 1-2 pm. Wild Ones Winter Speaker Series: Native Ferns. Kit Sheffield will be presenting on "Native Ferns.” He is a Virginia Master Naturalist who leads fern related hikes and has been featured on many gardening podcasts. Please let us know if you will be coming so that we can put out enough chairs. You are welcome to come as early as noon to chat with other Wild Ones members and help put out chairs. Brookside Gardens. Free. Register
February 4, noon-1 pm. Rethinking Lawns: Turning Green Carpets into Diverse Ecosystems. Part of UME’s Natives at Noon series, this session will feature Dr. Liz Anna Kozik, a Research Scientist at the Chicago Botanic Garden. She started studying native prairie restoration and ended up using those skills and knowledge to figure out how we can incorporate native plants into our lawn landscapes. With the Rethinking Lawns (rethinkinglawns.com) team, she studies and tests the methods and benefits of changing our existing lawns into more diverse spaces that can benefit both people and the living world. Virtual. Free. Register
February 4 to 25, 6-8 pm. Advancing Growers Series. Boost your growing potential in 2026 with a series of courses targeted at intermediate growers, from farmers to home gardeners. Join ECO City Farms for a limited virtual class series hosted by experienced farmers, researchers and practitioners from around the region. Learn fact-based information about soil health, managing pests, planning your crops and evaluating your growing space!
February 4, 6-8 pm - Crop Planning Part 1, and Season Extension
February 11, 6-8 pm - Crop Planning Part 2
February 18, 6-8 pm - Nursery Management and Irrigation
February 25, 6-8 pm - Composting and Soil Health
Virtual. $12.51/event. Register
February 7, 1-3 pm. Winter Native Plant Sowing. Are you interested in starting your own native plants, even if you don’t have a greenhouse? Then join us to make your own native seed winter sowing containers. We will provide the materials, and you choose the seeds to try. Stop in anytime during the program. Supplies are limited. Black Hill Discovery Center. Free. Register
February 16, 6:30-8 pm. Herbal Houseplants. In this session—part of the Penn State Extension Master Gardeners Winter Wonderings webinar series—you will discover how to cultivate your own indoor herb garden with expert Susan Betz. Whether you are a seasoned grower or just starting out, you will learn which herbs thrive as houseplants, how to care for them, and creative ways to use your harvest—from culinary dishes to herbal teas, natural cleaners, and handmade crafts. Virtual. $10. Register
February 13, 9 am-4 pm. Greenscapes Symposium: Integrating Ecology, Beauty & Adaptability in Design. This symposium brings together leading experts in horticulture, ecology, and design to share proven solutions for creating sustainable, beautiful gardens that support biodiversity. Learn how native keystone plants and layered "soft landings" support pollinators, explore climate-resilient plant selections, and discover naturalistic design strategies through real-world case studies. Whether you're a home gardener or landscape professional, you'll gain practical guidance for designing ecologically beneficial gardens—from home landscapes to large public spaces. Virtual. $60. Register
February 19, noon-1:30 pm. Native Grasses to Fall in Love With. This Valentine’s season, UME Principal Agent Associate Mikaela Boley will guide participants through the many reasons to fall in love with native grasses—from their role in supporting pollinators and wildlife to their resilience in home landscapes and public spaces. Whether you’re new to native grasses or already a devoted admirer, this webinar will deepen your appreciation for these often-overlooked garden heroes. Virtual. Free. Register
March 14, 7:30 am-4 pm. GardenWise. Designed for both new and experienced gardeners, Penn State Extension’s GardenWise offers sessions led by experts who share practical tips, innovative techniques, and the latest findings to help you cultivate a thriving, eco-friendly landscape. Topics include how to design and grow a landscape that is environmentally responsible; ways to build a watershed-friendly space; practical tools for diagnosing plant diseases; how to use groundcover to create an ecologically friendly garden; and an overview of major fungal groups and their ecological roles. In person at Central York Middle School, York PA. Registration deadline: February 28. $75. Register
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