Bring Your Gardening Questions, Struggling Plants and Pots for One-on-One Advice From Mellody Farm’s Dedicated MicroHabitat Farmer
Mellody Farm, Vernon Hills’ urban-inspired shopping and dining destination, is inviting local gardeners of all experience levels to take advantage of a unique opportunity to get complimentary, personalized gardening advice during a complimentary “Ask the Farmer” workshop on Sat., Oct. 17 from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Mellody Farm’s dedicated urban farmer with MicroHabitat will be on hand to answer questions and offer practical advice on everything from growing vegetables and herbs to caring for edible plants, troubleshooting common garden problems and keeping home gardens healthy and thriving.
Guests are encouraged to bring their questions, pictures and can even bring along a struggling plant, container or pot for Alejandra to take a look at. Whether you’re wondering why a plant isn’t thriving, how much water or sunlight it needs, what to prune, what to plant next or how to prepare your garden for the changing season, attendees will have a gardening expert at their fingertips. The first 20 guests to attend will also receive a complimentary seed packet, while supplies last.
The program takes place at Mellody Farm’s MicroHabitat Urban Farm, located on the green lawn between Nordstrom Rack and the children’s play area. The farm features 60 planters filled with vegetables, herbs and edible flowers, with produce harvested throughout the growing season and donated to the Vernon Township Food Pantry.
EVENT DETAILS
Free “Ask the Farmer” Gardening Workshop
Oct. 17, 2026
10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Mellody Farm MicroHabitat Urban Farm
851–1101 Milwaukee Ave., Vernon Hills
For more information, to register for workshops or to learn more about upcoming events at Mellody Farm, visit the Mellody Farm website, follow Mellody Farm on social media or register through Eventbrite.
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More About Mellody Farm
Located in the heart of Vernon Hills, Illinois, Mellody Farm is an open-air shopping, dining and lifestyle destination owned and operated by Regency Centers. Conveniently located at the corner of Milwaukee Avenue and Townline Road, just two miles west of Interstate 94, the center features approximately 270,000 square feet of retail, restaurants and entertainment alongside 260 executive apartments. Designed as a vibrant community gathering place, Mellody Farm offers a thoughtfully curated mix of national retailers, local dining experiences and year-round events that bring people together through shopping, dining, wellness and community engagement.