Know a Geneva student pursuing an education in horticulture, landscaping or environmental sustainabilty, or related field?

Mark your calendar now and plan on attending this annual harbinger of spring event, March 6 to 14, Chicago Navy Pier.

Check the calendar pages to see all the upcoming classes and events in the Fox Valley and nearby.

Garden Bouquets and Beyond

Read about my friend Suzy Bales’ fabulous new book about how to create enchanting floral arrangements using fresh flowers and foliage from your landscape.

New Vegetable Gardening Book

My friend Jim Wilson, former co-host of The Victory Garden television show and multi-published author, has a new book out “Homegrown Vegetables, Fruits and Herbs.” Look for it on the newstands, it has a wealth of practical information with fabulous illustrations.

Dividing hosta

Here’s a great tip I read in Horticulture magazine.

10 Tips for Designing Outdoor Kitchens

Outdoor kitchens are one of the hottest new trends, even in the Midwest. They improve the value of your home (no small thing in this soft real estate market) and create another garden room for you to enjoy. Even in the Midwest with its cold winters, people are building outdoor kitchens to extend the time they spend outside.