Designing a Florida-Friendly Landscape
2019-04-05 10:30 - 12:00, 2019-04-19 10:30 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center, 1800 Weedon Drive NE, St. Petersburg, FL, United States
UF/IFAS Extension Agent Brian Niemann will share 22 tips for designing a lower maintenance landscape. After attending this program you’ll have some immediate action items you can implement at home to reduce maintenance time while increasing the attractiveness of your landscape.
All ages are welcome but this program is recommended for older adolescents and adults.
Questions or Concerns? Please contact Brian Niemann at bniemann@pinellascounty.org.
Registration:
https://www.eventbrite.com/o/weedon-island-preserve-cultural-and-natural-history-center-1250121017

SAFETY HARBOR GARDENING CLUB
2019-05-15 09:30 - 12:00, 2019-07-17 09:30 - 12:00, 2019-08-21 09:30 - 12:00, 2019-09-18 09:30 - 12:00 | Moccasin Lake Environmental Education Center, 2750 Park Trail Lane, Clearwater, FL, United States
There’s a lot to learn about gardening. This group presents educational programs on a variety of gardening topics. For members, there are field trips and other special programs. safetyharborgardenclub.weebly.com

Drought Tolerant Plants 101
2019-05-16 10:00 - 12:00 | Manatee County Agriculture and Extension Office, 1303 17th St W, Palmetto, FL, 34221, United States
– Learn how to choose beautiful drought tolerant plants for your landscape and know what to put back on the shelf
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FLORIDA NATIVE PLANT SOCIETY MEETING
2019-06-05 18:30 - 20:30 | Moccasin Lake Environmental Education Center, 2750 Park Trail Lane, Clearwater, FL, United States
This group welcomes all that want to learn about native plants and explore natural areas. Pinellas.fnspchapters.org
Registration:
https://www.meetup.com/Moccasin-Lake-Environmental-Education-Center/

Master Gardener Volunteer Training Meet & Greet
2019-06-20 10:00 - 12:00 | UF/IFAS Manatee County Extension, 1303 17th Street West, Palmetto, FL, 34221, United States
What does it take to become a Manatee County Master Gardener? It takes special gardeners who wants to expand their Florida gardening knowledge and share it with the community. The Florida Master Gardener Program is a volunteer-driven program that benefits the University of Florida/IFAS Extension and the citizens of Florida.
The program relies on dedicated volunteers who have an interest in gardening and in giving back to their communities. At this meet and greet you will learn about the training expectations, meet the instructor Alyssa Vinson, Residential Horticulture Extension Agent, and have an opportunity to ask questions. A brief tour of the educational gardens and greenhouse to follow the brief presentation.
Open to Manatee County residents only. The next Master Gardener Volunteer Training class begins on August 7, 2019.
Registration: https://www.eventbrite.com/o/ufifas-extension-manatee-county-8304772301

Rain Barrels for Summer
2019-06-22 11:00 - 12:30 | UF/IFAS Manatee County Extension, 1303 17th Street West, Palmetto, FL, 34221, United States
Rain Barrels for the Rainy Days of Summer
Conserve water and prevent stormwater runoff using rain barrels to water your plants in between rains.
After the class, you will have an opportunity to purchase a rain barrel at $30 (cash or check only) for a non-drilled, DIY barrel with basic parts included.
$5 Administrative fee. $8 day of class.
Registration: https://www.eventbrite.com/o/ufifas-extension-manatee-county-8304772301

Orchids & Epiphytes of Brooker Creek
2019-06-29 10:30 - 12:00 | Brooker Creek Environmental Education Center, 3940 Keystone Road, Tarpon Springs, FL, 34688, United States
Registration: https://www.eventbrite.com/o/brooker-creek-preserve-environmental-education-center-pinellas-county-extension-1249569181

Only Rain Down the Drain
2019-07-19 10:30 - 12:00 | Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center, 1800 Weedon Drive NE, St. Petersburg, FL, United States
Only Rain Down the Drain: Adding Rain Gardens to Your Landscape
Join UF/IFAS Extension Master Gardeners for this class that will teach you how to treat rain as a resource in your landscape. You will learn about local water quality concerns, and how you can use rain barrels and rain gardens to turn your landscape into a valuable part of the stormwater treatment train.
All ages are welcome but this program is recommended for older adolescents and adults.
Registration: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/only-rain-down-the-drain-tickets-59015477883

Orchid Mania
2019-07-20 10:00 - 11:30 | UF/IFAS Manatee County Extension, 1303 17th Street West, Palmetto, FL, 34221, United States
Orchid Mania – A Mounting “Make and Take” Workshop
Orchids grow well with the right support. This workshop demonstrates how to attach an orchid on wood, like how they grow in nature. You will leave with a beautiful orchid creation.
Learn about these epiphytes and how they can enhance your home and landscape.
Registration and advance payment of $20 for materials due by July 15.
Register online at https://orchid_mania.eventbrite.com or call the Extension Master Gardeners at (941) 722-4524.

For Kids Only: Mini Garden
2019-07-20 10:00 - 11:30 | UF/IFAS Manatee County Extension, 1303 17th Street West, Palmetto, FL, 34221, United States
For Kids Only: Mini Garden Make It and Take It
To Register, click here.
FOR KIDS ONLY – Suggested ages 6-12
Miniature gardens, sometimes called fairy gardens, are loved by children and adults alike. In this workshop, children ages 6-12 will use their imagination to create mini gardens complete with plants, paths, and rivers as well as adding figurines, animals, dinosaurs and more to make the garden uniquely their own.
The workshop includes all materials needed to complete their garden. Advance fee is $5.00 per child to reserve a seat and cover the cost of materials.
Class is limited to 15 children.

Garden Upgrade: Diversity by Design
2019-08-06 06:30 - 20:00 | Largo Library, 120 Central Park Drive, Largo, FL, 33771, United States
Have you ever wondered what you can do to help our native plants and animals? There is a lot you can do in your very own yard. Join us to learn some techniques for incorporating more diversity in your garden.
This class designed for adults and youth over 12.
Registration: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/garden-upgrade-diversity-by-design-tickets-63667346748

Edible Landscapes
2019-08-19 18:30 - 20:00 | Tarpon Springs Public Library, 138 East Lemon Street, Tarpon Springs, FL, United States
Join Theresa Badurek, UF/IFAS Extension Urban Horticulture Agent to learn about growing edible plants in your yard- not just in a vegetable garden.
Registration: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/edible-landscapes-tickets-63880045937

All About Palms
2019-08-20 12:00 - 16:00 | Palm Harbor Library, 2330 Nebraska Ave., Palm Harbor, FL, United States
All About Palms: Palm Selection and Maintenance in Pinellas County
Do you want to keep your palms happy and healthy? Are you planning to add a palm or two? In this class, Master Gardener Eoin O’Leary will guide you on palm selection, as well as how proper fertilization and pruning practices keep palms pest and disease free in your landscape.
Registration: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/all-about-palms-palm-selection-and-maintenance-in-pinellas-county-tickets-62518086279

Bromeliads to Know and Grow
2019-08-24 10:00 - 12:00 | UF/IFAS Manatee County Extension, 1303 17th Street West, Palmetto, FL, 34221, United States
With their wide variety of colors and shapes, these beauties add tropical flair to any landscape. This class covers types of bromeliads that work well in our area and how to care for them.
Included is a visit to the Bromeliad Garden created and maintained by Master Gardener Volunteers.
$5 advance registration fee. $8 day of class.
Registration: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bromeliads-to-know-and-grow-tickets-62326838251

Florida Native Plant Society
2019-09-04 18:30 - 20:30 | Moccasin Lake Environmental Education Center, 2750 Park Trail Lane, Clearwater, FL, United States
This group welcomes all who want to learn about native plants and explore
natural areas. pinellas.fnpschapters.org

Florida Herb Society
2019-09-17 18:30 - 20:30, 2019-11-19 18:30 - 20:30 | Moccasin Lake Environmental Education Center, 2750 Park Trail Lane, Clearwater, FL, United States
Bring herb cuttings, seeds and plants to swap along with your favorite
herbal delight to add to the tasting and herbal swap tables and then enjoy
monthly lectures and workshops.

Bugs and Butterflies of Brooker Creek Preserve
2019-10-06 13:00 - 14:30 | Brooker Creek Environmental Education Center, 3940 Keystone Road, Tarpon Springs, FL, 34688, United States
What is that bug? Does it bite? This class will introduce families to the wonderful world of bugs and butterflies found at Brooker Creek Preserve during an hour long power point presentation. Presented by James Stevenson, your local Pinellas County Extension Specialist.

Hort Talks - COMMERCIAL
2019-10-10 09:00 - 13:00 | UF/IFAS Manatee County Extension, 1303 17th Street West, Palmetto, FL, 34221, United States
Zoysia Turfgrass Management
Hort-Talks (4hours of various CEUs) – There’s a lot to learn about horticulture! This is a four hour presentation on different topics with a variety of CEUs available.
Time 9:00am – 1:00pm, $25 pre-workshop, $35 pay at the door (includes a mid-morning snack)
Pending CEUs
Agenda
9:00 – 10:40 – Topic – Core
10:40 – 11:10 – Brunch (included in registration)
11:10 – 12:50 – Topic – Laurie Trenholm, Turfgrass Science – the University of Florida, will discuss evidence-based zoysia turfgrass management practices. OBJECTIVE: To provide in-depth, evidence-based education on zoysiagrass management through case studies, lecture, and discussion.
Registration – Registration is required. Registration on the day of the event will be charged an additional $10.00 fee.
Cancellations – If your class is canceled for any reason you will be notified no less than 24 hours prior to class start. We will provide a full refund for cancellations made by Manatee County Extension. Refunds may take up to 30 days to process.
Refunds – Refunds will be made in the event of a class cancellation or if the registrant requests a refund 24 hours prior to the class time.
If you have any questions please contact Michelle at 941-722-4524.
Registration: click here.

Palm Care for Homeowners
2019-10-12 10:00 - 12:00 | UF/IFAS Manatee County Extension, 1303 17th Street West, Palmetto, FL, 34221, United States
Most likely you have a palm in your yard, but do you know how to manage it? Most palms need specialized care in home landscapes. Come learn best practices for fertilization, pruning, and disease prevention.
$5 advance registration fee. $8 day of class.

Designing a Low-Maintenance Landscape
2019-10-18 10:30 - 11:30 | Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center, 1800 Weedon Drive NE, St. Petersburg, FL, United States
Pinellas County UF/IFAS Extension Master Gardeners will share 22 tips for designing a lower maintenance landscape. After attending this program you’ll have some immediate action items you can implement at home to reduce maintenance time while increasing the attractiveness of your landscape.
All ages are welcome but this program is recommended for older adolescents and adults.
Questions or Concerns? Please contact Weedon Island Preserve at weedonisland@pinellascounty.org
Registration: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/designing-a-low-maintenance-landscape-tickets-62649947680

Growing Roses in Central Florida
2019-10-19 10:00 - 12:00 | UF/IFAS Manatee County Extension, 1303 17th Street West, Palmetto, FL, 34221, United States
Stop and smell the roses at our workshop devoted to growing roses in your Florida yard! Participants will learn how to select and care for rose varieties suited to our area.
Included is a visit to the Master Gardeners’ Rose Demonstration Garden to emphasize some lessons learned and practical observations.
$5.00 Advance administration fee or $8.00 at door.

For more information and to register, click here.

NATIVE GARDEN WORKDAY
2019-11-02 08:00 - 10:00 | Boyd Hill Nature Preserve Classroom, 1101 COUNTRY CLUB WY S, St. Petersburg, FL, 33705, United States
Ages 12 and up Volunteer at Boyd Hill Nature Preserve’s native gardens. Learn to weed, prune, and propagate plants that support wildlife.

Florida Native Plant Society
2019-11-06 18:30 - 20:30 | Moccasin Lake Environmental Education Center, 2750 Park Trail Lane, Clearwater, FL, United States
This group welcomes all who want to learn about native plants and explore natural areas.

WORKDAY AT THE PRESERVE
2019-11-09 08:00 - 10:00 | Boyd Hill Nature Preserve Classroom, 1101 COUNTRY CLUB WY S, St. Petersburg, FL, 33705, United States
Spend the morning working alongside a ranger! Learn how to identify native and non-native plants and help to remove exotic, invasive plants from the preserve.
Age 8 and up
Register online at https://online.activecommunities.com/stpeteparksrec/Start/Start.asp or call (727) 893-7326.

SAFETY HARBOR GARDENING CLUB
2019-11-20 09:30 - 12:00 | Moccasin Lake Environmental Education Center, 2750 Park Trail Lane, Clearwater, FL, United States
There’s a lot to learn about gardening. This group presents educational programs on a variety of gardening topics. For members, there are field trips and other special programs.
