Garden & Farm

Spring Gardening Spectacular
Better Gardens for a Better Life
An integrated approach to gardening your way to better health and happiness
April 3, 2025
9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Mt. Iron Community Center
$30 per person
Fruit, veggies, flowers, and trees are all part of this full day of exciting gardening info. Lunch, refreshments, a choice of breakout sessions, and reference materials are all included.
The day’s presentations include:
Gardener’s Guide to the Human Microbiome
Benefits & Challenges of Gardening in a Time of Climate Change
Designing Beauty into Your Landscape and Gardens
Selecting Quality Winter Hardy Trees and Perennials
New Research on Tomatoes and Peppers
Break out sessions include:
Sensational New Annuals for 2025
Growing Crucifers
Garden Design
Growing Garlic
|
Pruning Trees & Shrubs
Blueberries & Raspberries
Growing the New Hydrangeas
|
Extension offers a variety of programs for the agricultural community. Consumer and commercial technical assistance are provided to farmers and growers.
The Extension Office provides resources and sponsors educational events for St. Louis County residents interested in home gardening and horticulture in their community.
The Extension Office provides leadership for the University of Extension Master Gardener Program for St. Louis County. The Master Gardener Program trains volunteers to educate and inform people in their communities about horticulture.