Join JCLS and the Jackson County Master Gardeners to learn about the Master Gardener program and how they can support you in connecting with other gardeners in Southern Oregon. Attendees will learn about local demonstration gardens, plant clinics, community gardening programs, and what it takes to become a Master Gardener.

Why Natives? – Seven Steps to Restoring Biodiversity in Your Yard: Planting native plants is crucial to ecosystem health and to preserve and protect life on earth. Plant choice matters, and choosing native plants helps to restore and ensure vital ecosystem services in our landscapes. Based on the work of Dr. Doug Tallamy, This presentation outlines seven steps you can take to create healthy, productive gardens, and help save our pollinators and birds disappear.