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~ Lakeshore Restoration Marleane Callaghan Naturalist Marleane is the naturalist for the Wayzata Public School District and Orono Community Education. She has worked as an environmental consultant specializing in lakescaping, native plant restoration, gardening with native plants and water gardening. Marleane is a Carver/Scott Master Gardener and volunteers with Three Rivers Parks. Lighting Mark Hanson Touchstone Accent Lighting Mark will talk about how indirect outdoor lighting can benefit one's life style See how your gardens, paths and drive can be safely and beautifully lit at night. Mark has over 20 years of experience. Orchids for the Home James Bull Winsome Orchids Learn how to care for tropical orchids in your home. James will show us how tough and versatile these gems are despite their fussy reputation. Native Orchids for the Garden James Bull Winsome Orchids Learn about the types, care and needs of native orchids that will flourish in your garden. James is the owner of Winsome Orchids and Gardens and has 26 years of growing experience. He will show how to succeed with creating the proper conditions to care for and make your orchids bloom repeatedly. Pavers and Walls Nick Pickert PepperBerry Gardens Nick will present ideas for installing apvers and retaining walls. Pro's and con's to do-it-yourself and hiring a professional. Preserving Memories Melissa Pickert Learn how to preserve the memories of your garden. Melissa is a consultant with Creative Memories and ""ill demonstrate how to turn your garden pictures into garden memories for yourself or as gifts. Perennials for the Sunny Landscape Michael Heger Ambergate Gardens Sponsor: Crow River Bank Focus on best perennial flowers for sunny situations. Discussion will center on culture, maintenance, and selection. Mike is a lecturer, the author of Perennials A to Z and coauthor of Growing Perennials in Cold Climate and more. i~ ,,' ; -0.,... '-'-, 't..... .. :r;i , ~ , - Rain Gardens Lorrie Stromme University of Mn Extension What is a rain garden? Why is it beneficial for the environment, and how you can make one in your yard? This workshop will show you what to do with those lq~ spots in your yard and make them work: for you. Lorrie has a Masters degree in horticulture and is a Master Gardener. Roses, Hardy Shrubs Brenda Wickenbauser Bailey's Nursery Sponsor: Otten Bros. Nursery Learn about shrub roses that can survive Minnesota winters. Brenda will cover selection, planting and care. Brenda has worked with the U ofM research center and presently at Bailey's Nursery. Shade Gardening Other Than Bosta Steve Kelley Kelley & Kelley Nursery Sponsor: Caribou Coffee What can you plant in the shade besides hostas? Steve will offer suggestions that will make your shady nook the star of the garden. Steve has been ~ing the family business since 1992. He has written many articles and is a popular speaker on shade gardening. Soil, Get the Dirt 00 Dirt Ward Voorhees Professor of Soil, Water and Climate Hands on presentation about soil. what it is, wbat's important to know and why, so you can create a soil friendly environment for your plants. Topics include soil compaction, composition and comparing. Trees Selection Dave Hanson University of Minnesota What are the ten best small, medium and large native trees and shrubs for Minnesota? Dave will show you how to make wise choices to landscape your yard with tried and true winners. Dave is a research specialist in Urban and Community Forestry at U ofM Forest Resources and the Tree Care Advisor Coordinator for the state. Tree Care Dave Hanson University of Minnesota Pruning, mulching, staking and guying. This presentation will cover basic care of trees, especially during their formative years. Proper care of trees in the first 15-20 years will set them up for a long healthy future. Violets Steve Risan Tonkadale Greenhouse This workshop will discuss the growing requirements and tips for maintaining happy healthy African violets. Steve is the manager/grower at Tonkadale Greenhouses in Minnetonka. Water Gardening io Zones 3 and 4 Larry Cipolla . Minnesota Water Garden Society What type of water garden do you want? Where do you want it? How do I plan, design, and build it? This pres~tation will focus on how to plan, design, build and maintain your water garden for low maintenance and personal enjoyment. Larry is a master gardener and marketing and communications director for the Mn Water Garden Society. His personal gardens have been on the Twin Cities Parade of Pond Tours and featured on garden programs.