The Master Gardener program of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Monroe County will recognize its valued Master Gardener, Ginny Wilterdink, during a celebration on October 11. At 100 years old, Ginny has been an active Master Gardener for 34 years, contributing to the stewardship of Monroe County parks, participating in educating the public at a variety of events, and assisting home gardeners in safe and effective practices of gardening.
At 9 a.m. on October 11, a tree, Parrotia persica ‘Vanessa’, that has been planted in Ginny’s honor, will be presented to her in Highland Park, near the Poet’s Garden where she was a steward. Following will be a reception at the Olmsted Lodge at 171 Reservoir Avenue, Rochester.
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