Meet Us in the Garden Series
In 2025 the Lake County Master Gardener Volunteers will be partnering with the Mentor Public Library. Although the sessions are FREE, space is limited and registration IS required. Go to https://mentorpl.org for registration instructions and information.
Each session will consist of a short presentation, which may be followed by interactive demonstrations. Q&A is actively encouraged. When appropriate to the topic, small groups of participants will work with a Lake County Master Gardener Volunteer on a project.
Although the sessions are free, space is limited and registration is required. Go to https://mentorpl.org for registration instructions and information.
The library will take registrations online, in person, and by phone (440-255-8811) two weeks prior to each talk.
Questions? Email us at MGVLakeCounty@gmail.com, call 440-853-2625, or visit us at lake.osu.edu
Saturday March 1, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Identifying Alternatives to Using Peat video from Mentor Library– we will discuss why peat moss is used as a soil amendment and is there a more sustainable option in light of climate change concerns.
Saturday April 5, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Varied and Beautiful Landscapes of Japan video from Mentor Library – Always wanted to go to Japan, but never able to swing it? Here's your chance to take a virtual guided tour of the many different "gardens" of Japan.
Saturday May 3, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Recognizing and Combatting the Spotted Lanternfly video from Mentor Library – The spotted lanternfly (SLF) (Lycorma delicatula) is a new non-native invasive insect pest to the United States. Learn how to identify SLF, what the stages of infestation are, the damage it causes, and what to do when you see it.
Saturday June 7, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Brambles, Growing Raspberries and Blackberries – If you love raspberries and blackberries, here’s your chance to learn how to grow them in your own backyard.
Saturday July 12, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Ask an Expert – Have some divergent gardening questions that can’t be answered by a single horticultural presentation? Here’s your chance! A panel of three Master Gardener Volunteers will address those questions.
Saturday August 2, 2025 10:00 AM
Planning a Garden from the Ground Up – Facing a blank landscaping slate and looking for some guidance? This presentation will show you how to create a nature friendly landscape within a mostly open yard.
Saturday September 6, 2025 at 10:00 AM
All you Really Need to Know About Bulbs –
Saturday October 4, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Spring to your Home, The Basics of Forcing Bulbs – Want to bring a bit of spring into your home? Bulbs can be made to flower at other than normal times and are said to be forced. Learn how.
Saturday November 1, 2025 at 10:00 AM
The Basics of Backyard Composting – Discover what composting is, why it is beneficial for the home gardener and how to create ‘black gold’ in your own backyard.