Soil nutrition is key to successful gardens and Alex Nikesh has solutions. Catch his live demonstration of the Berkeley Method for sustainable waste management and soil enrichment at 10:15 a.m.
"EDIBLE LANDSCAPING DESIGN"
with Tim Watkins,
Ecovision
Why have a regular lawn when your could be extraordinary? Ecovision Head Landscape Designer and Agriforester Tim Watkins maps out the steps for creating your own edible landscape at 10:40 a.m.
"GREEN ACTIONEERS FOR KIDS"
with Dave Finnegan, Green Actioners
Dave has such a fun way for kids and families who want to "go green" - and save money in the process. He'll share fun activities all families can engage in for a greener future in this lively presentation at 11:20 a.m.
"LANDSCAPING with NATIVE PLANTS"
with Tony Mauriello, FL Native Plant Society
The design and maintenance of landscapes in residential yards has a significant impact on water shortages and water quality in many counties in Florida. Tony Mauriello guides us through better choices at 12:00 p.m.
"PREVENTING BIRD /WINDOW COLLISIONS"
with Gerri Reaves,
Audubon SWFL
Audubon of Southwest Florida'smission is to protect plants, animals, and their habitats. This talk shares easy & practical ways each of us can help prevent the loss of birdlife in SWFL. Gerri is onstage at 12:40 p.m.
"PLANT PROPAGATION 101"
with Lauren Daniels-Judge from ECHO
This quick session on the basics of food progagation shows how anyone can grow their own food. Learn how to germinate seeds, take cuttings & care for both while they sprout + get a free cutting! ~ 1:20 p.m.
SHOP PLANTS & CRAFTS offered by local nurseries and artisans to create your perfect garden or landscape -- or for holiday gift-giving. 30+ vendors will have their wares on display. Preview them here.
THE EXCHANGE - Master Gardener Bonnie Jean Clancy leads swappers of seeds, seedlings/starts, cuttings and plants to help enhance your gardens. A great way for citizen gardeners to connect and share. Learn more here.
MUSIC, FOOD & FUN - Kids can participate in the fun and educational hands-on activity of planting seeds in a pot to take home and nurture - and MEET RANGER ROB --and some of his nature friends. All festival-goers will enjoy live music throughout the day - plus tasty food including festival favorites, vegan options, ice cream (of course!), and more.
NO TICKETS NECESSARY - bring the entire family for a fun fall day.
