John Thieme presentation, “Where Are All The butterflies”Retired entomologist, John Thieme, will provide an overview of what has happened to our butterfly populations over the years and what positive actions we can take to help them. John’s knowledge and appreciation for these beloved creatures spans over fifty years. Come learn about these beloved and beautiful […]
Rad Drew PhotographyThe creative mind of the photographer is still the most important element in a great photo. The camera doesn’t create a photograph any more than a hammer designs a building; it’s merely a tool that allows us to create our vision.Today, my camera bag holds two mirrorless cameras, an infrared camera, a point-and-shoot, […]
Great Lakes Regional Hosta Society Tailgate, is for members only. Six garden tours on Friday 1-5 pm, dinner and auction 6-9 pm, and six garden tours on Saturday
GROWING AND CARING FOR YOUR HYDRANGEASKari Arney, Horticulturist at Sullivan’s Hardware will be talking about hydrangeas and what we can do to grow those beautiful flowers. Hydrangea is a genus of about 75 species of flowering plants native to China and the Americas. They are extremely vigorous, long-lived shrubs that offer extravagant blooms throughout summer […]
Food, socializing and a plant auction are the the main focus.
“Architecture in the Garden: From Fountains to Fences to Pink Flamingos”David Gorden, FASLALandscape ArchitectMark M. Holeman, Inc. – Landscape Architects and ContractorsPlants are typically the stars of a garden. However, it is the complimentary “non-plants” that set the stage. Explore the many elements that give structure, interest, and charm to a garden. They might be more […]
Bill McKnight (aka The Mad Botanist) is a professionally trained botanist, experienced gardener and educator. A native of Illinois, he attended EIU, U of Mich and the U of Ill. He is comfortable dealing with flowering plants and cryptogams (i.e., fungi, lichens, bryophytes and ferns) as well as ornamental and food plant issues. He has an […]
Holiday GatheringOur annual end-of-year gathering including a fabulous pitch-in buffet of members favorite foods, annual awards, and, of course, Hosto.
Coffee and DonutsA special February meeting to get together and go over upcoming events for 2025. Once again join us for a preseason gathering to chat with old friends and meet some new ones. We will cover the activities of the upcoming year with by presentations from Committee Chairs on their events and needs for […]
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Hosta College officially begins at 6:00 pm on Friday with hosta and gardening vendors, an auction, snacks, and fellowship with old and new gardening friends. Starting at 7:30 on Saturday morning you can enjoy a complimentary continental breakfast /and attend five hours of classes and lunch. Our event ends with an optional banquet and speaker at […]
