Spring Conference

Sharing horticultural knowledge is one of the main objectives of Master Gardeners. Since the Wood County association was formed in 2003, we have had at least one community conference every year. We invite speakers on lawn care, rainwater harvesting, using native plants in the landscape, tree maintenance; subjects that concern the local home gardener. This gives the community the chance to hear, and more important, ask questions of experts and specialists in various horticultural fields.

2010

Held March 6th, this year's program was entitled "The Buzz About Our Environment - Saving Water...Saving Bees".

Speakers Dotty Woodson and Bobby Etherton treated us to informative and interesting information on water conservation and all about bees. Attendants came away with a new understanding and appreciation of both subjects. A variety of vendors tempted us with wares ranging from plants to jewelry, fabric art, gardening crafts and tools, and homemade treats tempted our sweet tooth. The annual spring conference is geared for the new gardener as well as the seasoned farmer.

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2009 Conference

Chris Wisinger gave information on planting and care of bulbs,

Kenny Rollins, talked about gopher and mole control, and

Dr.BillWelch spoke on “Southern Heirloom Gardens”

Pictured with Clint Perkins, Wood County Agrilife Extension Agent.

Registration Table Vendor Displays

2008 Spring Conference


Welcome by Mayor and Master Gardener	Speaker with Master Gardeners	Full House

and in years past

2007 Vendor Display 2006 Conference Registration

2005 Snacks Enjoyed 2004 Table Display

As soon as the annual conference is over, planning is started for the following year to bring to the community the most up to date and exciting information.