Visit to a Conservatory: Flowers, Succulents, and Exotic plants

Lisa Aston Philander'll be talking about the new conservatory where we have four exotic biomes that bring the plants of the world to the people of minnesota as a part of an introduction of what we do with plants at the U.

The College of Biological Sciences Conservatory is a biodiverse collection of plant species from around the world. We service the needs of classes, researchers, and the surrounding community through making both our plants and expertise available. The collection is the most diverse in the upper Midwestern United States, containing over 1,200 species of plants. We care for everything from rare and endangered plants, to invasive species, to plants that show developing economic potential. The material from this diverse living collection is leveraged for the maximum benefit for our students, scientists, and the public at large.

Presenter: Lisa Aston Philander, College of Biological Sciences Greenhouse Collections

https://cbs.umn.edu/conservatory

Mighty Microgreens with Dennis Vitali

Great Northern Greens' Dennis Vitali

In February, the garden club welcomes Dennis Vitali of Great Northern Microgreens, who will demonstrate how easy it is to have a steady supply of delicious, nutrient-dense microgreens available all year long. With his easy to use growing system and some bright indirect light, you can be enjoying fresh, ready-to-harvest greens in as little as two weeks. Come learn about the health benefits of adding microgreens to your diet as you sample the variety of flavors these easily digestible greens can provide.

Glorious Peonies from Countyside Gardens by Laverne Dunsmore of Countryside Gardens

The reliable peony has long been a favorite addition to the northern garden. On Mar. 11th Laverne Dunsmore of Countryside Gardens will offer guidance on how to plant, nurture, divide and hybridize peonies to the Longfellow Garden Club. With 30 years growing experience, Laverne's 8 acre property produces 400 varieties which are available through a nationwide mail order service. Join us as he addresses the questions and debunks the myths that surround this stalwart perennial.

We hope to reschedule later this summer...... Please help our sponsors Epworth Methodist Church and Mother Earth Gardens.

Stay well and Take care

Gardening with Wildlife - Friend and Foes

Are squirrels , chipmunks, rabbits, and raccoons driving you crazy?

Even people who cherish wildlife will recognize how critters can wreck gardens and landscaping. Erica Hoaglund of the DNR will discuss nuisance animals and how to cope with them: animal habits, how to modify habitat to be less attractive to pests, exclusion strategies, repellents, myths vs. realities, and how pests are adapting to the urban environment. Also, how to encourage birds, bees and beneficial animals.

Erica Hoaglund, DNR

https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/livingwith_wildlife/index.html

Sanford Middle School Parking Area

Plant Swap

The Longfellow Garden Club invites you to our 2020 Plant Swap to be held rain or shine on Saturday, June 6. The location is at the west side of the Sanford Middle School parking lot, on 41st Avenue So. between 35th and 36th streets.

You can bring plants beginning at 11:00 am.

Swapping plants starts at 12:00 noon. (Note: Plants are mostly gone by 12:30.)

All traces of the Swap will disappear by 1 pm.

Swap rules:

• Label what you bring.

• Offer a small donation if you take plants but didn't bring any.

• Take home any of your plants that are left.

Memberships are appreciated !!!! - $7 / yr

Garden Tour in the Longfellow Area

The Club invites you to a tour of beautiful gardens on Wednesday....details posted as they develop.

The tour is free and open to everyone. Pick up map between 5:45-6:30 on the big rock by Epworth United Methodist Church, 3207 37th Ave South. The tour begins at 6:30.

Find inspiration for your garden and enjoy a beautiful evening!

Garden Club Pot Luck Supper

The event will be held in a member's garden near Epworth UMC Church 3207 37th Ave S Minneapolis. Address posted at Epworth.

Time to spend another late summer evening outdoors talking —and eating— all things garden. Share pictures and stories of pesky garden invaders, sluggish tomatoes or bumper crops!

Bring a folding chair (if you care to) and something to share. You are encouraged to bring dish using your own or locally grown produce. Ice water and tea will be provided. Feel free to bring a plate/utensils. Our goal is to have zero waste event.

Epworth Methodist Church 3207 37th Ave S Minneapolis, MN

Tiny but mighty: caring for your helpful soil micro-critters

Dr. Anne Sawyer UMN Extension Educator

Caring for your soil microbes, bugs and worms to grow healthy plants. Did you know that one tablespoon of healthy soil can contain more microbes than there are people on earth? It’s true! This talk will discuss the role of microbes – as well as insects, worms and more – in maintaining soil health and optimum growing conditions for plants.

https://www.bemidjipioneer.com/sports/outdoors/4602986-master-gardeners-microbes-tiny-and-mighty

3207 37th Ave S Minneapolis, MN

3207 37th Ave S Minneapolis, MN