Learn about a variety of topics from these experts!
“Gardening Smart and Safely Through Life” by SEWMG
This presentation will cover techniques for gardening with ease, protecting your muscles & joints, preventing injuries, and enhancing your well-being. Learn about tools, techniques, and plant selection, which allow you to garden throughout life, despite physical challenges-whether an individual is young in age or young at heart.
Marilyn Cech of SEWMG – Retired after 42 years as a surgical nurse, Marilyn has been a MG for 21 years, and a member of the Lifelong gardening committee for 16 years. Her passion is educating the public on ways to continue gardening throughout life.
Bonnie Tesch of SEWMG – Retired after a 40 year career as an Internal Medicine Physician, Bonnie has always loved gardening and perennial plants. After retirement, she became an MG in 2022. She found the information shared by Lifelong Gardening to be very helpful and is delighted to share this knowledge with you.
“Hostas and Other Shady Characters” by Glenn Herold
Hostas may be the major component of your shade garden but they should not be the only component. This talk will give you suggestions of plants that can be used in your shade garden and make your garden a haven of interest in all seasons.
Glenn Herold – Glenn holds both his undergraduate and Master’s degrees from UW-Madison. He was a Horticulture Professor and Cross-Country coach at Illinois Central College in Peoria. He is a member of numerous horticultural organizations including the American Hosta Society and the Wisconsin Hardy Plant Society. He lives in Cedarburg and writes a bi-monthly column “The Cottage Gardener” for the Ozaukee County News Graphic paper.
“Sun Loving Annuals and Perennials Plants” by Melinda Myers
An exploration of the tried and true varieties and an overview of what’s new and exciting in both annuals and perennials.
“Create Your Own Outdoor Garden-tainment Area” by Melinda Myers
Discover ornamental and edible plant selections that can be used for both dining and creating a space for entertaining. Learn how to include flowers, vegetables and herbs not only in containers, but in your dining experience as well.
Melinda Myers – Melinda Myers is a nationally known gardening expert, TV/radio host, author, and columnist. Melinda has over 35 years of horticulture experience and has written over 20 gardening books.
Early bird registration ends March 6: $50
Regular registration ends April 2: $60
Register for our 2026 Day in the Garden event by printing the registration form and mailing it with your check or money order payment payable to:
FDL Master Gardeners
DIG Registration
PO Box 1182
Fond du Lac WI 54936-11852
The 2026 Day in the Garden will be held on Saturday, April 11 at Moraine Park Technical College’s Conference Center, located at 235 N National Avenue, Fond du Lac, WI, from 8:30 am to 3:30 pm.
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