Genesee County Cornell Cooperative Extension’s monthly Garden Talk programs are set to resume in February. All programs run from 12:15 to 12:45 p.m. Bring a lunch to the CCE office, 420 East Main Street, Batavia, and take part in this free series that is open to the public. Registration is not required.
February 6 – “Butchart Gardens.” Take a break from winter and enjoy a “trip” to Vancouver Island’s “Vision of Beauty.” The Butchart Gardens is a flowering oasis, 100-plus years in the making. A National Historic Site of Canada, the Butchart Gardens are world-renowned. Learn how one woman’s vision came to be.
March 5 – “Soil Blocking for Seed Starting.” Learn about an indoor seed-starting technique called soil-blocking This unique method allows gardeners to produce twice as many vigorous seedlings in about half the space of traditional seed starting methods. The seedlings grow in a free-standing block of growing medium using no containers. The space between these blocks “air prunes” the roots, so plants do not become root bound and are also easier to transplant.
April 2 – “Get your Garden Ready for Spring.” Need some help getting your garden ready for a spring and summer of beauty and color? Get tips to start your garden right this season. Whether bulbs, annuals, or existing perennials, one can minimize weeds, change locations of plants, or prep a spot for a brand new garden.
May 7 – “Common Garden Mistakes.” Even Master Gardeners make mistakes and kill plants. This talk will answer questions about proper watering techniques, fertilizing, soil preparation, and more.
June 4 – “Spotted Lantern Fly.” This bug is the latest invasive pest from Asia that is causing concern to farmers and homeowners alike. Learn how to identify the eggs, nymphs, and adults.
Future topics and other Master Gardener events will be posted on http://genesee.cce.cornell.edu/ and https://www.facebook.com/CCEofGenesee.
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