4:00 p.m. - All You Need to Know about Native Plants
Presented by Cindy Lenger, University of Illinois Extension Master Gardener
Join Cindy as you look at small to medium natives and how they can easily be incorporated into your existing home landscape. You will learn how to create a pollinator pocket and how they support so many different species of bees, butterflies, moths, insects, birds, and bats. Lastly, you will explore growing from seed versus buying plants.

Saturday, March 22

12:00 p.m. - Tree Care
Presented by Terry Bates, City of Moline Arborist
So, you want to plant a tree? To ensure that your effort and resources are well spent, join Terry as he discusses Moline’s forestry plan. He will review the dos and don’ts of tree planting and care. Terry will discuss tree selection, proper planting depth, supplemental watering recommendations, and how to care for newly planted trees.

1:30 p.m. - “Lil’ Green Thumbs.” adventures, ideas, and projects to get kids involved in gardening
Presented by Heather Bonsell, University of Illinois Extension Master Gardener   

Join Heather as you explore projects and ideas will be suitable for kids and gardens of all sizes. Learn more about what both plants and lil’ gardeners need to thrive.

Sunday, March 23
1:00 p.m. - All You Need to Know about Native Plants
Presented by Cindy Lenger, University of Illinois Extension Master Gardener
Join Cindy as you look at small to medium natives and how they can easily be incorporated into your existing home landscape. You will learn how to create a pollinator pocket and how they support so many different species of bees, butterflies, moths, insects, birds, and bats. Lastly, you will explore growing from seed versus buying plants.