MSU Tollgate Farm and Education Center

MSU Tollgate Farm
HomeGrown Gardening Series
February – September 2021
(2nd Saturday of Month)
10 a.m.

Interest in vegetable gardening has surged as more of us explore fun healthy family activities close to home. Are you thinking about starting a garden for the first time? Are you an experienced veggie gardener looking to explore new ideas and share your knowledge with others? Join Extension educators from metro Detroit and across the state at this new virtual series designed to encourage and support home vegetable gardeners!

Feb. 13 - Home Vegetable Gardening 101
March 13 - Seed-Starting for Everyone
April 10 - Vegetable Gardening in Small Spaces
May 8 - Growing Fun with Kids
June 12 - Taking Growing to New Heights
July 10 - Season Extension for the Home Garden
Aug. 14 - Companion Planting
Sept. 11 - Veggie Harvest and Storage

Cost: $ 10 per household per session, $75 for whole series

https://events.anr.msu.edu/msutollgatehomegrowngardening/

Preregistration required. Recorded lectures available to paid registrants.
A link will be sent prior to the session.

Series will be virtual. If in-person programming resumes, some sessions may take place at MSU Tollgate Farm and virtually.

Upcoming Extension Master Gardener Trainings

The MSU Extension Master Gardener Program is an adult horticulture education and volunteer leader training program committed to improving science based horticulture information in communities throughout the state.

MSU Extension Master Gardener Training Courses are typically offered starting in January, March and August in several locations around the state. Course locations with upcoming available enrollment are listed below. If you have questions about courses in other locations, please email us at mg@msu.edu.

Note that all prospective trainees must undergo the MSU Extension Volunteer Selection Process (VSP). VSP information is included on the registration page and can be accessed by clicking the link for the specific site you are interested in.

The cost for the training course is $325.

Learn more about becoming an MSU Extension Master Gardener https://www.canr.msu.edu/master_gardener_volunteer_program/join-us/

GENESEE/WAYNE COUNTIES
When: Saturdays, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
March 6 - June 12, 2021

MACOMB COUNTY
When: Wednesdays, 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm
March 17 - June 16, 2021

Master Gardener Society of Oakland County Check for future meetings at https://mgsoc.info/ Watch previous MGSOC meetings: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCl4s6GQxi40v-PYB_R7FUPA

Troy Garden Club Please check with the club on the current status of meetings. http://www.troygardenclubmi.com/

Meadow Brook Garden Club Please visit the Meadow Brook for the latest updates. https://meadowbrookhall.org/programs/meadow-brook-garden-club-programs/.

Cranbrook House & Gardens
Winter Houseplant Sale

Shop for houseplants that are sure to brighten up your home or workspace. Purchase assorted planters, begonias, bromeliads, dish gardens, jade, monstera, rubber tree plants, spider plants, succulents, and more. Plant sales support the preservation of the historic estate.

Please note that the Winter Houseplant Sale schedule may be adjusted to ensure the safety of our visitors and volunteers.

Online sale | Pickup at the Cranbrook House & Gardens Conservatory Greenhouse
Public Sale: Friday, February 5, 2021 - Sunday, February 7, 2021
Cranbrook House & Gardens Auxiliary Member Presale: Thursday, February 4, 2021

Pickup will take place the following weekend

For the most current information, including instructions for the Winter Houseplant Sale, please visit the website: http://housegardens.cranbrook.edu.

Cranbrook House & Gardens
380 Lone Pine Road
Bloomfield Hills
48304

Registration for the award winning Introduction to Lakes online course is now open! The 6-week selfpaced online course runs January 19 - March 26, 2021 and is designed for anyone interested in inland lakes, including lakefront property owners and lake managers.

Course topics include lake ecology, watershed management, shoreline protection, Michigan water law, aquatic plants and community engagement.

The course consists of video lectures, interactive activities, discussion forums, resources and live Ask-an-Expert webinars featuring Michigan State University Extension educators and experts from outside organizations.

Registration is open now through January 14, 2021.
The cost of the course is $115 per person. To learn more and to register, visit the Introduction to Lakes website at http://www.canr.msu.edu/lakesonline.

Tollgate Garden Volunteers Are you a Master Gardener or a home gardener who wants to expand your experiences and knowledge? MSU Tollgate Gardens are the perfect place for you. Here is the opportunity to continue your education by working side by side with seasoned gardeners. These smart and welcoming people are always happy to share their knowledge. More information is available at http://www.tollgate.msu.edu or 248-347-3860 ext. 251. MSU Tollgate Educational Center 28115 Meadowbrook Rd. Novi, MI 48377

Stage Nature Center Native Garden Project All are welcome to join the Stage Nature Center's Native Garden Team. . For more details on any of the above please feel free to contact us at jawang1@comcast.net Stage Nature Center 6685 Coolidge Hwy Troy, MI 48098 For more information:https://troynaturesociety.org.

Dutton Farm Dutton Farm is a job training farm that supports the special needs community. They firmly believe that every person has the right to equal opportunities, meaningful work, and a right to make their own decisions. They are committed to advocating and assisting individuals with unique abilities. If interested in volunteer gardening contact donna@duttonfarm.org Visit http://www.duttonfarm.org.

Meadow Brook Garden Club maintains the gardens on the estate grounds of Meadow Brook Hall. All who are interested in gardening are invited to join in helping to maintain these beautiful gardens, designated as a Proven Winners Signature Garden. For further information, call 248-364-6210. The Meadow Brook Naturalists are a Meadow Brook Hall volunteer group dedicated to the restoration and preservation of the woodland areas around Meadow Brook Hall. For more information, call 248-364-6210 or contact MBGCmembers@gmail.com. Meadow Brook Hall is located at 350 Estate Drive in Rochester.

Cranbrook House & Gardens Cranbrook House & Gardens Auxiliary is a volunteer-run group that always welcomes new community minded individuals. From gardeners to docents, volunteers are at the core of our mission of preserving Cranbrook House & Gardens, a National Historic Landmark. Please let us know how you would like to get involved with our non-profit organization! You must become a Cranbrook House & Gardens Auxiliary member prior to volunteering. Please call 248-645-3149 or visit our website to learn more and join now. https://housegardens.cranbrook.edu/support/membership..

Garden Volunteer Days Micah 6 Community Garden Micah 6 Community provides resources and services to underserved neighborhoods in Pontiac. We are looking for volunteers. For more information, visit www.micah6community.com or contact Joan Monnig at 847-668-9370

Any questions regarding the MSU Extension Master Gardener program or requests for Certified Extension Master Gardener volunteers should be referred to Lori Imboden (imbodenL@msu.edu), MSU Extension Consumer Horticulture Educator for Oakland County. Certified EMGs seeking approved volunteer opportunities should refer to the Volunteer Opportunities List on the Volunteer Management System (VMS). If you are a garden club or non-profit with a garden related event that is for expert gardeners and the general public, fill out our online form to include your event in future Oakland Gardener issues. Submissions should be made as early in the month as possible for inclusion in the following issue. The form should be accessible by both computers and most mobile devices.  If you have any questions or need help please contact Cathy Morris at morrisc@oakgov.com

MSU is an affirmative-action, equal-opportunity employer. Michigan State University Extension programs and materials are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, religion, age, height, weight, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, marital status, family status or veteran status.