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• December Reflections in the Garden

  • When
    12/02/2024
  •  
    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Ione Burden Conference Center (4560 Essen Ln)

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  December Reflections in the Garden

  Topic: "Poinsettias 101"

  Discover the beauty and science behind one of the most iconic holiday plants—poinsettias! Led by expert grower Elena Fennel of Clegg’s Nursery, this workshop will guide participants through the essential steps for cultivating and caring for poinsettias. From selecting healthy plants to understanding their light and watering needs, you'll learn practical tips to keep your poinsettias vibrant throughout the season. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or just starting, this session will provide the knowledge and hands-on experience needed to grow and maintain stunning poinsettias at home.

  Speaker: Elena Fennel with Clegg's Nursery

  About the Speaker:

  Elena Fennel is a greenhouse grower at Clegg’s Nursery, where she and her husband, Ron, cultivate a wide variety of plants, including over 10,000 poinsettias each year. With approximately 45 unique poinsettia varieties, the nursery becomes a hub of vibrant holiday displays, offering traditional and innovative options like Prestige Red and Red Glitter. Elena’s expertise in greenhouse management and plant care has helped transform Clegg’s Nursery into a popular destination, especially during the festive season.

  Event Details:
  December 2, 2024 from 12 pm to 1 pm at the Ione Burden Conference Center (4560 Essen Lane, Baton Rouge, LA 70809)

  Reflections in the Garden is a monthly "lunch and learn" series presented by the Friends of LSU AgCenter Botanic Gardens. The lectures are generally held on the first Monday of the month at noon at the Botanic Gardens.

  Reflections in the Garden is live-streamed to members of the Friends of the LSU AgCenter Botanic Gardens through Microsoft Teams. In-person attendance is open to both members and nonmembers with registration.

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