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Laura Vogel, Arboretum Host of the Minnesota Plants Webinar Series. Background photo by Sachiczko/shutterstock
10-session series
Live on Tuesdays, Sept. 20 - Nov. 22, 7-8 p.m.
$30 member of Arboretum, MSHS, or MNLA; or MN Master Gardener / $40 non-member; Fee includes live and recorded access to 10 webinars and their accompanying digital handouts and resources.
Registration includes all 10 sessions. The registration screen will say November 22 (the last session date). Registrants may watch live via Zoom and/or view recordings for up to 1 year.
Registration deadline: Nov. 22, 2022
Presented by the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum; Endorsed by University of Minnesota Extension, MSHS, and MNLA
Program location: Online via Zoom
Busy schedule, can't watch live? No problem, you never have to miss a session! Recordings of each session will be available to watch on demand when you want, as often as you desire! Recordings will be posted within 2 days after each session
Adult 18+
Calling all gardeners, landscapers, and nature enthusiasts- this weekly webinar series is back for another season! Join local horticultural experts for a closer look at the plants that grow in Minnesota. You'll get to explore collections, backyards and gardens from your armchair as you learn more about trees, perennials, edible plants, houseplants and more! Each expert will have a unique perspective to share, from ecological to commercial. You'll gain a greater appreciation of the green that makes Minnesota so beautiful, and get tips and tricks for your own garden.
How it works: Register for the series and get access to all 10 webinars- live and recorded! Each webinar will include a 30-45 minute presentation with time for questions along the way. Webinars will be recorded and available afterwards on a website with handouts and recommended resources.
Check your email: Your registration confirmation email will include a Zoom link and instructions, plus a link to the Minnesota Plants website with the schedule, links, resources and more. Each Tuesday you will receive a reminder email and link for the evening’s webinar. Recordings will be available within two business days of each webinar.
Frequently asked questions about this Series
Does this series qualify for Continuing Education credits?
- MNLA: Each webinar is worth one CEU credit for MNLA Certified Professional Recertification
- Master Gardeners: Webinars in this series are recommended for continuing education!
I can't attend live on Tuesdays. Can I watch recordings?
- Too busy, can't attend live? No problem, you never have to miss a session! Recordings and handouts of each session will be available to watch on demand when you want, as often as you desire! Recordings will be posted within two days after each session and will be available for one year.
Is there a deadline to register for the series?
- You can register up until the last live date of the series, November 22, 2022. All sessions are recorded registered participants will be given access to those recordings as part of the series! So you can register as late as the last session in November and still get access to all the recordings of the previous sessions...you receive the full value of the series no matter when you register.
Series Schedule - Fall 2022
Photo by DeMoHuyC/shutterstock
Give your Houseplants a Fresh Start
Tuesday, September 20, 7-8 p.m. CDT
Julie Weisenhorn, University of Minnesota Extension Horticulture Educator- Yard and Garden
Have your houseplants enjoyed the warm season outside on your porch? As we think about bringing these plants in for the winter, Julie has some trips and tips for giving them a fresh start indoors before the winter. You’ll learn why and how to repot, examine for insects, clean your houseplants and more!
Photo by Catherine Eckert/shutterstock
The Biggest Pests We Care About Right Now
Tuesday, September 27, 7-8 p.m. CDT
Erin Buchholz, IPM Specialist, MN Landscape Arboretum
From insects to worms to pathogens, there are many factors which can impact plant health. Some critters we know about, and some are new arrivals to Minnesota. No matter how long they've been here, it's important to think about how to manage pests, or even if we want to try to manage them at all. Erin will introduce you to specific pests so you can easily recognize them in your yards, and help to report them to state agencies which helps everyone!
Garlic, photo by Presenter Frank Meuschke
Growing Your Own Garlic
Tuesday, October 4, 7-8 p.m. CDT
Frank Meuschke, Garlic Grower and Owner of Hudson Clove
The first time you pull fresh heads of garlic from the soil, you'll be hooked. Growing garlic has 5000 years of history and is remarkably easy. With 8 varieties to choose from, each with its own distinctive characteristics, you won't go back to grocery store garlic again.
Minnesota Orchards and Vineyards
Tuesday, October 11, 7-8 p.m. CDT
Annie Klodd, University of Minnesota Extension Horticulture Educator- Fruit and Vegetable Production
Many Minnesotans know about our wonderful apple orchards across the state, but did you know there are also over 80 wineries and hundreds of vineyards in our state? Join Annie to learn what it’s like to have a business growing apples or wine grapes in Minnesota, and get motivated to go visit a few orchards and vineyards near you!
Photo courtesy of the Arboretum Photographer's Society.
What’s Growing on at the Arboretum? A Conversation with Director Pete Moe
Tuesday, October 18, 7-8 p.m. CDT
Pete Moe, Director of the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum
The Arboretum is ablaze with color in the fall! Join in on a conversation between Laura and Pete about the botanical highlights of the season, the latest Arboretum projects, the latest cultivars and more! Your questions and comments will be incorporated into the conversation along the way.
Winter squash harvest at the Arboretum, photo by Susie Hopper.
Winter Squash at the Arboretum
Tuesday, October 25, 7-8 p.m. CDT
John and Jenny Thull, Horticulture Research Professionals
Have you seen the winter squash display at the Arboretum? These Curcurbits (pumpkins and other squash belong to this plant family) are grown by John and Jenny Thull- over 200 varieties each year from all over the world! The Thulls will share what the growing season looks like for them, tips and tricks for growing your own squash, and some of their favorite cultivars and recipes.
Plant Conservation in Minnesota
Tuesday, November 1, 7-8 p.m. CDT
David Remucal, Curator of Endangered Plants
Amanda Weise, Plant Conservation Program
Did you know there are orchids and cacti native to Minnesota? The Plant Conservation Program is located at the Arb and focuses on the preservation and restoration of listed plant species in the upper Midwest and all of the native Minnesota orchids. Learn about their latest research as David and Amanda discuss the rare plants they work to propagate and plant back out in the wild.
Photo by Alfredo Eloisa/Flickr
Jumping Worms in Minnesota
Tuesday, November 8, 7-8 p.m. CDT
Erin Buchholz, IPM Specialist, MN Landscape Arboretum
Are jumping worms causing panic in your professional or personal circles? Do they just creep you out? Do you want to fully understand why they are such a concern for Minnesota? Please join Erin Buchholz, Arboretum IPM Specialist, to learn more about why we care and how we can deal with them. She will give updates on research happening on Arboretum grounds, which parties are most interested in solutions, and how the struggle to manage their numbers is going.
Photo by RomoloTavani/Shutterstock
9 Steps to Biodiversity
Tuesday, November 15, 7-8 p.m. CDT
Gail Hudson, Horticulturist & writer for Northern Gardener magazine
Don’t miss out on half of the fun of gardening—Learn nine steps (and maybe more) to turn your green space into a biodiverse landscape full of life! No matter what size garden you have, it can be a haven for insects, birds and other animals, as well as fungi and microorganisms that make up our natural world. Learn how to go beyond pollinator gardening. With just a few simple changes, you’ll be supporting ecosystems that maintain balance and support life. The rewards can be amazing.
Photo by AfricaStudio/shutterstock
Seasonal Evergreen Wreath Demo
Tuesday, November 22, 7-8 p.m. CDT
Laura Vogel, Arboretum Adult Education Manager
Brandon Miller, UMN Extension Educator
Series host Laura Vogel has been making her own wreaths for years- watch a live demonstration while she and Brandon discuss evergreens! Learn why evergreens are so well-suited for winter outdoor display, the best species for your yard or your wreath, and get step-by-step guidance to create a full, botanically diverse wreath on a wire frame.
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