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9:30-10:20AM Session 1 A. Pruning Must Become a Priority Dr. Jeff Iles, Iowa State University We love to plant trees, but often neglect or completely omit the next important step…pruning. Make no mistake, most young trees need our attention in the pruning department. In this session, learn how to prune trees sooner rather than later, for strength and longevity.

B. Pollinators: why are they important and what do I plant to attract them? Ryan Welch, Clinton Community College Recently, the importance and plight of native pollinators has taken center stage in the news. This has come from a variety of studies that have shown major population declines in species, such as the Monarch butterfly and the Rusty Patched Bumblebee. In this session, learn why pollinators are so important for us and how we can help them out in our own yards, including certain plants that will attract and benefit these extremely important members of every ecosystem.

C. Mosses & Ferns in the Garden Peggy Burrows, Meyer Landscape & Design Accent your gardens! Ferns for color and/or texture accent against bold hosta leaves or rhododendrons and hydrangeas. Mosses are a great texture and color whether on rocks, pathways or whimsical accents. 10:30-11:20AM Session 2 A. Growing Healthy Shade Trees Mark Vitosh, Iowa DNR Trees are an integral part of our community and our yard. Growing healthy shade trees starts before a new tree is even planted and continues throughout the life of the tree. Come learn about matching the right tree to your site and important tree care activities, such as proper planting, mulching, watering and pruning.

B. Wildlife in Our Lives Peggy Doty, University of Illinois Extension Whether you live in a small community or a large urban setting, wildlife is a part of your everyday life. Many species are welcome

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visitors to our property, while some wear out their welcome. These animals have adapted their way of living, which in turn makes them our neighbor. Property owners have a responsibility to do their part on behalf of the wildlife around them. A person does not have to like everything nature has to offer, but does have the responsibility to understand why it’s there and how to deal with it legally or simply enjoy the wild gift.

C. Perennials 101 Zora Ronan, Linn County Master Gardeners Perennials are easy-care additions to our garden, but not no-care. This session provides information through the garden year on the care herbaceous perennials need to flourish in our gardens. 11:30AM-12:20PM Session 3 A. Landscape with Colorful Conifers Peggy Burrows, Meyer Landscape & Design Selecting evergreens for the right location (sun, exposure, spread & height) will help you succeed with four season interest in your landscape...large or small!

B. Basic Tree I.D. Mark Vitosh, Iowa DNR Being able to identify the trees in your landscape is key to giving them proper care and diagnosing health problems. Learn key tree characteristics used in identifying trees (i.e. leaves, buds, bark, form, and fruits/nuts), along with examples of common landscape trees found in the Midwest.

C. Composting 101 Peggy Doty, University of Illinois Extension Compost is the result of the natural process of decomposition and recycling of organic material into a rich soil enhancer. This session is for those who know they should be composting, but just haven’t started the process at home. We throw away the ingredients for richer soils every day. Make this your year to start! If time allows, we will discuss indoor winter composting with worms. 12:30-1:10PM Lunch

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1:15-2:10PM Session 4 A. Color Me Pretty Zora Ronan, Linn County Master Gardeners Color brings the WOW factor to our gardens, whether the garden is big or small, sunny or shady. This session looks at ways to combine bulbs, annuals, and perennials through the growing season.

B. Lawn Care for Homeowners Shaun Eberhart, Northeast School District Want a better understanding of the basic steps necessary to achieve full curbside appeal with your turf? This session will discuss lawn care tips that allow you to have a professional lawn of your own, while being environmentally friendly and only using resources that are necessary. Topics that will be touched on are seed selection, variety of grasses, pest management, cultural practices, mowing advice, and irrigation tips.

C. Pollinators: why are they important and what do I plant to attract them? (repeat) Ryan Welch, Clinton Community College Recently, the importance and plight of native pollinators has taken center stage in the news. This has come from a variety of studies that have shown major population declines in species, such as the Monarch butterfly and the Rusty Patched Bumblebee. In this session, learn why pollinators are so important for us and how we can help them out in our own yards, including certain plants that will attract and benefit these extremely important members of every ecosystem. 2:15PM Closing Remarks and Door Prize Drawings

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$30 Registration Fee due by February 17, 2018

Late Registration February 18-24 $35

coffee, donuts & lunch included

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Bickelhaupt Arboretum Clinton Community College

Clinton County Master Gardeners

Clinton Community College 1000 Lincoln Blvd

Clinton, Iowa 52732

March 3, 2018

Horticulture in the Heartland

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Clinton County Master Gardeners Garden Shop

Four items - Unique Garden Obelisk, Ivy Topiary, Leopold Garden Bench and Garden Labels - will be for sale in the Garden Shop. Bring your checkbooks! Proceeds go to the Clinton County Master Gardeners for educational programs.

8:00AM Registration 8:20AM Welcome Karen Vickers, President of Clinton Community College 8:30AM Keynote Presentation Dr. Jeff Iles, Department of Horticulture, Iowa State University

“My Top 10… No Wait… My Top 20…

Ahem, Top 30 Trees for Iowa Landscapes”

There are so many great trees we can (and should) add to our landscapes, but unfortunately, we often use the same tree species/cultivars over and over again. Now, with the emerald ash borer threatening to change the way many of our landscapes look, we have another chance to get it right. Dr. Jeff Iles will discuss a few of the many promising new, and sometimes old, trees for our residential and commercial landscapes.

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