Garden U: Gardening for the Future

Explore sustainable gardening practices to adapt to changing climates, from understanding zonal shifts to cultivating resilient landscapes. Learn the importance of native plants for supporting pollinators, eco-friendly approaches to pest control, and essential pruning techniques for healthier trees and shrubs. Coordinated by the St. Croix Valley Master Gardeners, this session will equip you with tools for a thriving, future-focused garden. Registration includes conference materials, lunch, and access to the vendor show.

Sessions will include:
Gardening for the Future: E-Z Steps to Sustainability
Presented by Gail Hudson, Horticulturist, Writer and Owner, Gail Hudson Media
Going Native: Growing Resilience in a Time of Climate Instability
Presented by Peter Henry, Owner, Dragonfly Gardens and Magic Oaks Ranch
Gardening Through the Lens of Integrated Pest Management
Presented by Kait Ryan, Horticulture Manager, Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board
Clear, Simple, Sustainable and Fearless Pruning
Presented by Philippe Gallandat, Owner, Swiss Gardens
Register at bit.ly/gardenu2025