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.
Virtual Evenings in the Garden
MSU Tollgate Farms, Evenings in the Garden series is now virtual.These sessions are held on Thursdays, 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. All sessions will be held digitally. A video link will be sent prior to the session and a recording will be made available after the meeting.
February 25 - Ana Heck, Apiculture Extension Educator, Michigan State University Extension: Getting started with beekeeping: Are you curious about what it takes to become a beekeeper? Learn about the many factors to consider before deciding if beekeeping is right for you. This presentation will cover the first steps for getting started with beekeeping, basic honey bee biology, and steps everyone can take to support pollinators. (will NOT be recorded)
March 11 - Jan Coppola Bills - Comfort, Ease, and Simplicity
Gardens should be our love, not our labor of love! Discover how sustainable gardening includes a variety of practices that respond to environmental concerns. These practices are used in every stage of gardening including design, planting and maintenance. Together we will develop a shift in perspective as we explore how to garden with comfort, ease and simplicity.
April 15 - Dr. Bert Cregg, Professor of Horticulture and Forestry
Christmas Tree Production in Michigan: Michigan ranks third in the US in Christmas tree production and Christmas trees are grown in nearly every county in the state. Michigan’s Christmas tree industry is diverse and ranges from small-scale choose-and-cut operations to some of the largest wholesale producers in the country. In this presentation, Dr. Bert Cregg, Professor of Horticulture and Forestry at Michigan State University and Christmas tree Extension Specialist, will discuss the current state of the Christmas tree industry in Michigan and the challenges that growers face in growing a conifer seedling to the 8’-tall Christmas tree in your living room.
April 29 - Dr. Wynne Wright, Associate Professor, Dept. of Community Sustainability “A New Way to Farm: Why is Lavender Farming Growing in Michigan?” Dr. Wright covers the growth and popularity of lavender farming in Michigan from an agro- sociological perspective. With personal experience as a lavender farmer herself, Dr. Wright includes guidance on how to get started growing and marketing the popular aromatic plant.
$10 per session
Register:https://www.canr.msu.edu/tollgate/events/evenings-in-the-garden
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
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Troy Garden Club
Until we are able to meet once again in-person, meetings will be VIRTUAL via Zoom on the second Wednesday of the month at 1:00 pm.
The February 10 speaker will be George Papadelis with his annual "What's New for 2021" presentation.
Future Presentations
March 10 - Dr. Fay Hansen, Oakland University Student Farm, will present "Learn to Grow, Grow to Learn".
April 14 - Brenda Dziedzic, "The Butterfly Lady", will present, "Attract Butterflies and Beneficial Insects to Your Garden".
May 12 - Michele Hodges, President Belle Isle Conservancy, will present “Stories from Belle Isle”.
September 8 - Robb Harper, founder and former publisher of edibleWow magazine will present, "edibleWow".
October 13 - Keith Berven, President Southeastern Michigan Dahlia Society, will present "A Brief History of the Modern Dahlia".
November 10 - Wendy Evans, Art Historian, will present "The Art of Flowers".
Email infoandideas@aol.com to request an invitation to register for Zoom presentations.
Please visit the club for more information.
http://www.troygardenclubmi.com/
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Meadow Brook Garden Club
Please visit the Meadow Brook for the latest updates.
February
Janet Macunovich
Never Stop Growing: In Pursuit of Low Maintenance, all the years of our lives
March
Sue Grubba
Bursting into Spring
April
Julia Hofley
Captivating Combinations
Monthly meetings will be held virtually through Zoom.
Non-members wishing to attend, please send an email to MBGCmembers@gmail.com to request a link.
There is a $5.00 guest donation.
https://meadowbrookhall.org/programs/meadow-brook-garden-club-programs/
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The Oakland Conservation District is now taking orders for their Annual Tree & Shrub Sale. This years selection includes a wide variety of evergreens, hardwoods and shrubs, along with potted blueberries and asparagus roots.
Online ordering:
http://www.oaklandconservationdistrict.org/2021-spring-tree-sale1.html
By mail ordering (via newsletter):
http://www.oaklandconservationdistrict.org/uploads/1/2/6/7/12671092/2021_newsletter_with_order_form.pdf
Quantities are limited.
Pick up day will be on Saturday May 1st, 2021 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Waterford Oaks Park, 1702 Scott Lake Rd. Waterford, MI 48328
The Oakland Conservation District provides informational assistance to farmers, homeowners, educators, businesses, developers and local government agencies. The annual Tree & Shrub sale allows the Oakland Conservation District to partner with other natural resource organizations, such as the Oakland County Parks and Recreation, the Oakland Farmers' Market and MSU Extension projects..
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Cranbrook House & Gardens
Winter Houseplant Sale
Safely shop online for assorted planters, begonias, bromeliads, dish gardens, jade, monstera, rubber tree plants, spider plants, succulents, and more from our Conservatory Greenhouse. Your plant purchases will be available for drive-thru pickup the weekend after the sale closes. Plant sales support the preservation of the historic estate. Shop, pick up, and enjoy – it’s that easy!
Please visit our website to learn more.
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: https://housegardens.cranbrook.edu/events/winter-houseplant-sale
Cranbrook House & Gardens
380 Lone Pine Road
Bloomfield Hills
48304
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Ann Arbor Farm & Garden
Getting More Mileage from Your Garden
with Janet Macunovich
Thursday, February 11, 2021
1 p.m. via Zoom
$10
Gardeners love their gardens, but could they enjoy them more? Garden designer and author Janet Macunovich thinks the answer is “yes” in every case. There are always more layers of wonder and delight awaiting the gardener who digs a bit deeper with trowel, notebook, index and internet. Join Ann Arbor Farm & Garden and Janet on February 11th via Zoom for a fun hour of history, folklore, science and magic unearthed from a garden.
Registration is required: www.annarborfamandgarden.org
Admission fee for non-members is $10 per person.
Janet Macunovich is a professional gardener, author and educator who has been designing, planting and maintaining gardens and landscapes for nearly 40 years.
Proceeds from this program will directly benefit AAF&G's grant and scholarship fund. To learn more, visit our website at: http://www.annarborfarmandgarden.org/
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The Meadow Brook Garden Club invites garden clubs to schedule a horticultural tour of the gardens surrounding Meadow Brook Hall during the months of June, July, and August . A trained, knowledgeable docent will guide your group through the gardens and provide details about the plantings, design and maintenance of each.
$50 for up to 12 people, $5 for each additional person.
Tour lasts approximately 2 ½ hours.
Reservations are required.
To make your reservations,please contact MBGC (248) 364-6210 MBGCmembers@gmail.com.
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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 https://www.canr.msu.edu/tollgate/volunteering/
or 248-347-3860 ext. 251.
MSU Tollgate Education Center
28115 Meadowbrook Rd.
Novi, MI 48377
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Stage Nature Center Native Garden Project
All are welcome to join the Stage Nature Center's Native Garden Team. We have a variety of tasks to choose from with a flexible work schedule:
*Staff Annual Plant Sales
*Bed Preparations
*Weeding and Watering
*Plant Identification and Tagging
*Bird House Maintenance
*Wildlife Photography
*Docent in the garden for special events
For more details on any of the above please feel free to contact us at jawang1@comcast.net.
For more information:https://troynaturesociety.org.
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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.
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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. Master Gardeners and candidates will earn volunteer hours toward your Master Gardener required hours.
Bring hand tools (pruners, trowel, cultivator) and any other gardening items that you normally use. Come and join us and meet fellow gardening enthusiasts. Experience is not required.
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.
The Naturalists are looking for volunteers to help restore the woodlands around The Hall by removing invasive plants and planting native trees, shrubs and perennials.
For more information, call 248-364-6210 or contact MBGCmembers@gmail.com.
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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!
Volunteer Opportunities:
-Cranbrook House Docent
-Education
-Gardener
-Greenhouse
-Native Plant Rescue
-Sculpture Maintenance
-And many opportunities to volunteer!
They have volunteer opportunities year-round.
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.
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Micah 6 Community Garden
Garden Volunteer Days
Micah 6 Community provides resources and services to underserved neighborhoods in Pontiac. A big part of this effort is the vegetable garden behind Webster School which grows and distributes fresh produce to those in the community. We are looking for volunteers.
For more information, visit http://www.micah6community.com or contact Joan Monnig at 847-668-9370 |
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