Upcoming Free Gardening Classes

All of these upcoming free gardening classes start at 7:00 p.m. & are taught online by Cornell Cooperative Extension of Suffolk County. Hosted by Emma Clark Library.

Hummingbirds In Your Garden (Online Class) - Wednesday, May 1

Learn how to create the proper habitat to attract ruby-throated hummingbirds to your yard by providing them with feeders, habitat, and nectar- rich flowers. Many amazing facts and personal stories about these tiny wonders of nature will also be shared. Click here to register.

Planting Rain Gardens (Online Class) - Tuesday, May 21

Do you want a garden that’s easy to install, looks good year-round, requires little maintenance, and helps prevent water pollution? Rain gardens are shallow depressions designed to soak up water and support trees, shrubs, and flowers that tolerate both wet and dry conditions. Learn the basics of designing a rain garden using native plants. Click here to register.

Pollinator Gardens (Online Class) - Thursday, June 6

Butterflies, birds and the other pollinators need host plants for nectar, food and lodging. By introducing three seasons of key pollinator plants into your garden, you can create a pollinator-friendly habitat in your front and backyard. Discover the best planting arrangements, as well as the many colorful and hardy plants attractive to pollinators. Click here to register.

Questions? Email askus@emmaclark.org