6003 Pollinators

Tom RabungRoom 115-117

In the ground or in pots, what is best for you, what is best for your hostas? We will discuss the pros and cons of both as well as share growing tips for success in both situations. Landscape solutions to upgrade your hosta garden.This class will begin with an overview of the pollination process, types of pollinators and what we can do to improve the current state of pollinators. What is the difference between habitat and gardening when it comes to pollinators? Which annuals, perennials, trees and shrubs should be included in our gardens that will attract pollinators with their nectar or pollen rich flowers? How does garden design, site selection and bloom time cycles effect the attraction of pollinators? Is it better to plant natives or cultivars and what should garden maintenance and fall cleanup will also be addressed. A short question and answer period will follow the presentation. Resource materials will be provided.

I opened Emerald Forest Nursery when I retired in 2005 using property surrounded by unharvested Norway spruce trees. This provided an ideal growing location to support my love of hostas, as well as, other shade perennials. The nursery continued to expand to include sun loving perennials and native cultivars. Emerald Forest is a certified Natural Wildlife Habitat, Monarch Way Station, and Emerald Necklace Neighbor Habitat focused on providing plants for our enjoyment and pleasure well as supporting our native wildlife. The American Horticultural Society, AHS, North Coast Hosta Society, the Natural Wildlife Federation are among the many gardening societies I belong to.

Sat 2:55 pm - 3:55 pm

60 max