Spring Workshop Day Offers Ways to Prepare for Warmer Days
Waukesha County and Johnson’s Nursery, Inc. invite the public to free workshops dedicated to popular springtime topics on Saturday, March 14 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Retzer Nature Center. Attendees can learn about gardening for pollinators, invasive species, home composting, sustainable home practices, and container gardening ideas.
“These sessions are a great way for people to engage with local experts to discover new techniques and processes as they prepare their homes and yards for spring,” said Janet Barthel, Nature Center Supervisor. “The support from partners, like Johnson’s Nursery, makes these free programs possible for the community.”
Each seminar will be led by an expert and will cover a range of information on the topic. Participants are welcome to come for one session or stay for them all. Registration is not required, but is recommended by March 13 at www.waukeshacounty.gov/springworkshops.
Visitors can also take advantage of the one-day Garden Gadget Sale and save $10 on Home Compost Bins or Rain Diverter Kits. Both are on sale for $50. Purchasers must be able to take items home after the workshops. No holds are available.
For more information on Retzer Nature Center’s Spring Workshop Day or Garden Gadget Sale, visit www.waukeshacounty.gov/springworkshops or call 262-896-8007. Detailed workshop schedules available below.
About Retzer Nature Center
Retzer Nature Center is a part of the Waukesha County Park System, which is a natural resource based park system that demonstrates stewardship while providing recreational and educational opportunities. For more information, visit www.waukeshacounty.gov/retzernaturecenter, follow Waukesha County Parks on Twitter, or like us on Facebook.
Retzer Nature Center Spring Workshop Day
Presented by Johnson’s Nursery, Inc.
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Check in begins at 8:45 a.m. Registration not required, but recommended to reserve a spot by March 13.
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Time
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Workshop
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Description
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9:00 a.m.
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Invasive Worms
Presented by Bernie Williams,
Wisconsin DNR
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Learn about invasive worms and their effects on yards, gardens and forests.
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10:00 a.m.
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Backyard Habitats 101
Presented by Julia Robson, Waukesha County Conservation Biologist
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From planting for birds to managing invasive species, learn what you can do to create healthy livingscapes for wildlife.
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11:00 a.m.
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Home Composting for Healthy Soils
Presented by Abbie Liedtke,
Waukesha County Recycling Specialist
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Learn about how compost works to improve the health of your soils and how to create your own ‘black gold’!
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12:00 p.m.
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Home Makeover: Green Edition
Presented by Jayne Jenks,
Waukesha County Conservation Specialist
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Find ways to live a comfortable and sustainable lifestyle from recycling right to simple lawn care.
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1:00 p.m.
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Planting for Pollinators
Presented by Carrie Hennessy,
Johnson’s Nursery
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Learn about the best plants for native pollinators, specifically bees and butterflies. Learn how you can combat rapid habitat loss by making your own yard more attractive to these beneficial insects. Whether you have a sprawling green lawn or a tiny city lot, you still have the ability to attract native pollinators.
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2:00 p.m.
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Container Gardening
Presented by Jennifer Lazewski,
Master Gardener Volunteer
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Container plantings are for everyone! With a little bit of space, anybody can have beautiful flowers or productive vegetables. Learn everything you need for great container plantings, including types of pots, the ideal soil mix, which plants to use, how to put together plant combinations, watering and fertilizing, and how to overwinter your pots.
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