Workshops/Presentations

We have over a dozen Milkweeds that are native to Minnesota. Let’s chat about the wide variety of these great pollinator plants! Some are wildly popular and very common growing in gardens and local sceneries. We also will discuss where to buy milkweed plants and seed, plus how and where to add these pollinator magnets…

Natural fences constructed of shrubbery, tall flowers, and clumping grasses are attractive and environmentally friendly. These living fences add an eye-catching way to define your property boundaries while also adding pollinator plants that serve as effective privacy screens. Good fences make for good neighbors….and good habitat!

Rain barrels harvest rainwater from roofs and other structures that can then be used to water gardens, lawns, and potted plants. Installing a rain barrel is an excellent way to reduce run-off and pollution as well as save MONEY! As much as 40% of residential water is used for irrigation in the summer. Participants will…

Do you want a rain garden that looks beautiful year-round, requires little maintenance, and will look great year after year? Learn about the latest trend in landscaping including sizing, location, installation and plant selection for your rain garden and rainwater harvesting. With the wide variety of plants and materials available you can create a rain…

Come and join us to learn about native bees. We will learn the basics of bees and the importance of these incredible insects. We will also make bee houses that you can take home. Turn your crafty creativity into functional fun. More bees means more fruits, veggies, and flowers in your backyard! All the supplies and…

Come and join us to learn about native bees. We will learn the basics of bees and the importance of these incredible insects. We will also make bee houses that you can take home. Turn your crafty creativity into functional fun. More bees means more fruits, veggies, and flowers in your backyard! All the supplies…

Minnesota has some great native groundcovers to add to your landscapes. In this class at Hardwood Creek Library, we will chat about various plants that will spread and hold the ground. We have species that grow a few inches tall and species that reach a few feet tall. When it comes to groundcovers, it is…

Is there anything more exciting than playing with bugs? In this program we will dig right in and see what kind of buggy neighbors are swimming around the lakes and streams in our area. This is a very hands-on session full of creepy-crawly fun that will leave you with a better appreciation of how important…

We love our lush green lawns, maybe a bit too much. Learn what else we can plant to benefit the bees and birds, while also keeping some green turf. We will discuss lawn alternatives that are more environmentally friendly that will keep your backyard buzzing. Small changes can go a long way towards improving the…