Thu, Jun 13, 2024 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm

Rain Gardens and the Native Plants that Love Them

Have you been dreaming of creating your own rain garden or looking to revitalize one? Learn about the goals and benefits of rain gardens, where to site them, and how to determine what size they should be. We will also discuss selecting native plants that will be beautiful, attract pollinators, and thrive in rain garden settings.

Lisa Johnson, Dane County Extension

Adults

At Olbrich

$22/$18 member

Registration Deadline: June 6

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