Master Gardeners: Plan Before You Plant

Learn tips and tricks from Linn County Master Gardeners in this free fall gardening series. Oct. 5: Fabulous Fall Container Pots with Kim Becicka Celebrate the beauty of autumn by designing stunning container pots filled with rich seasonal color, texture, and charm. Learn how to use simple layering and design techniques to create eye-catching displays that welcome the season and brighten your porch or neighborhood. Oct. 12: Pollinators & Connection to Human Health with Becky Riedesel From apples and raspberries to tomatoes and squash, many of the foods we enjoy depend on pollinators. Join us as we examine the important relationship between pollinators and human nutrition and learn how gardeners can help sustain these essential species through pollinator-friendly practices. Oct. 19: Plan Before You Plant with Marilyn Tormey Transform your gardening ideas into a well-designed landscape by starting with a plan. We'll cover everything from preparing the site and choosing the right plants t