Gardening

Drip Irrigation by Melisa Knirr.

*Presented by the Memphis Area Master Gardeners in partnership with Millington’s City Beautiful Commission.

Growing in Raised Beds: by Pam Beasley.

*Presented by the Memphis Area Master Gardeners in partnership with Millington’s City Beautiful Commission. 

Rain Gardens by Mary Wilder.

*Presented by the Memphis Area Master Gardeners in partnership with Millington’s City Beautiful Commission.

Pollinators by Susan McKnight.

*Presented by the Memphis Area Master Gardeners in partnership with Millington’s City Beautiful Commission.

Youth Program What is Soil Worth? by Debbiw Griste-Evans to youth

Join Master Gardener Youth Education Coordinator , Debbie Griste-Evans, to learn about the importance of healthy soil. Explore seeds and plant a seed in a miniature greenhouse.

*Presented by the Memphis Area Master Gardeners in partnership with Millington’s City Beautiful Commission.

Creating and Maintaining a Flowerbed by David Fuchs.

Healthy plants come from healthy soils. This presentation covers the basics of proper drainage, fertilization and weed control in a flower bed, along with some design tips.

*Presented by the Memphis Area Master Gardeners in partnership with Millington’s City Beautiful Commission.

Right Tree, Right Place by Tom Rieman.

Trees are the most prominent feature in our landscape, and they impact all the other plants in our garden which is why it is critical to pick the right tree and place it properly. This presentation covers what needs to be considered when choosing the site for a tree, recommendations of trees that do well in our area, as well as proper planting and care of trees.

*Presented by the Memphis Area Master Gardeners in partnership with Millington’s City Beautiful Commission

Simple Turfgrass Maintenance for the Memphis Area by Tom Rieman.

Frustrated in your attempt to achieve a beautiful lawn? Learn some simple steps you can follow to have a beautiful lawn as well as alternatives to grass for a low maintenance landscape.

*Presented by the Memphis Area Master Gardeners in partnership with Millington’s City Beautiful Commission.

Where Do I Start? 8 Steps to Your Dream Landscape by Tom Rieman.

When faced with a desire for a well-designed garden that fits your lifestyle and needs, most gardeners lack the confidence to create a landscape plan.  Whether you are a DIY gardener or just need to get ideas to take to a professional this presentation will provide the steps you can take to design your personal paradise.

*Presented by the Memphis Area Master Gardeners in partnership with Millington’s City Beautiful Commission.