Perfect Pollinator Planters

Do you have limited space to garden in but still want to support pollinators and wildlife? Or maybe you'd like to incorporate beneficial planters into your garden but aren't sure where to start?

In this beginner-friendly, hands-on workshop, you'll learn about and assemble your own pollinator-friendly annual planter. We'll explore growing in containers, the growing medium to choose, how to water and fertilizer your planter and which annual flowering plants to grow in order to attract pollinators and wildlife. You'll leave with your own small planter filled with 3-4 flowers that you planted yourself. You'll also have a broad knowledge of which annual flowers attract pollinators and how to care for them—and you'll feel confident that you can participate in environmental actions even on a small or limited scale!

A few things to note:

• Be prepared to get slightly dirty or wet!
• You're welcome to bring your own small planter (10-12") or one will be provided for you.
• A selection of annuals will be available for you to choose from.
• Plants will require full or partial sun.
• Kids are welcome to come work on the planter with a caregiver.

Instructor: Julie Dennewitz, CGC Horticulturist