Description:
Expand Your Plant Palette is the theme. Michael Dirr, world-renowned author, teacher and plantsman, will make a case for understanding and appreciating the value of tree resources, especially grand, long-lived stalwarts that provide many benefits for urban and rural environments. Rick Darke, a widely published author, photographer, lecturer and consultant dedicated to the design and stewardship of the livable landscape, will examine the debate and explore the relative merits or pitfalls of using native and exotic plants during the opening session. John Ball will speak about designing a more resilient urban forest and the positive actions that can be taken before the arrival of emerald ash borer from the east and thousand canker disease from the west.
Registration is $150 on or before Feb. 14; after that date the fee is $175. News release with details.