Events

Look at what is happening around Kansas City 

If you’d like to list plants sales, gardening related meetings, classes and workshops, send details with contact information to elizabeth@kcgmag.com. Deadline for publishing in the August issue is July 7. This is a FREE listing.

 

Heartland Hosta and Shade Plant Society
Sat, Sep 12; at the Woods Chapel Community of Christ Church, 500 NE Woods Chapel Rd, Lee’s Summit, MO 64064. Hospitality at 9:30a, brief meeting and speaker 10a-12p. Guests are welcome.  

Kansas City Cactus and Succulent Society
Sun, Jul 12, 1:30-3:30p; at Trailside Center, 9901 Holmes Rd, Kansas City, MO. Growing columnar Trichocereus (also known as Echinopsis). Unlike most desert cacti, they are fast-growing, highly forgiving, and adaptable to many climates, making them excellent plants for beginners. We will discover the basics of growing these unique cacti, easily grafting them, and the challenges in growing big cacti. Everyone is welcome and refreshments will be served.

Leavenworth County Master Gardeners
Wed, Jul 8, 11a; at Riverfront Community Center, 123 Esplanade St, Leavenworth, KS 66048. Katy White with Missouri Organic Recycling Earth Advocate Team will discuss “Composting Made Simple: Basics, Benefits & Breaking it Down” including introductory information and practical applications for gardeners. The meeting is free. Visitors are welcome. For more information contact the Leavenworth County K-State extension office at 913-364-5700. 

Olathe Garden & Civic Club
Tues, Aug 18, 1p; at Grace Church, Chapel, 11485 S Ridgeview Rd, Olathe, KS 66061. **Free & Open to the Public** Join us for a meeting with details about how and what to enter in the annual Flower and Horticultural show at the Johnson County Old Settlers event in September.

TOURS | SHOWS | SALES AND MORE

Daylily Open House 
Sat, Jul 4 and Sun, Jul 5 from 9a-1p. Additional days by appointment. Gardens have 600 varieties. Hart’s Daylilies, 7460 W 255th, Louisburg, KS. For information call 816-769-4600.

Water Garden Society Tour
See our ad on page 7 in this issue.

Habitat Garden Tours 
Jul 11, Oct 3. Highlighting Kansas City residents who understand why what you plant matters. These events are an opportunity for Deep Roots to recognize the native gardeners in different neighborhoods of Kansas City and showcase their beautiful gardens. The goals are to inspire locals to plant native, share knowledge on gardening maintenance and design strategies, and strengthen the native gardening community by bringing them together for a morning of plant talk, sunshine and laughter. See more at: www.deeproots.org/habitatgardens 

Public Iris Sale
Sat, Aug 22 at the Social Hall in Colonial Church of Prairie Village, 7039 Mission Rd, Prairie Village, KS. Details to come.

 

CLASSES | WEBINARS 

K-State Garden Hour Webinar: Addressing Food Insecurity Through Extension
Wed, Jul 1, Noon-1p; Virtual Webinar FREE. While growing produce is a meaningful way to combat food insecurity, navigating the complexities of our food systems is necessary to improve food access for all. Join Anthony Reardon, Johnson County Horticulture – Small Farms Agent, as he explores how Extension is working to support the many facets of our local food systems, ensuring sustainable and resilient practices that create future food access for all. Register at: https://www.johnson.k-state.edu/newsandevents/classes-events/

Starting a Pollinator Garden
Thur, Jul 9, 6:30p; at Basehor Community Library, 1400, 158th St, Basehor, KS 66007. Join Leavenworth County Master Gardeners Diana Thurlow and Dana Joras as they discuss site selection, soil needs and tried-and-tested plants to create a successful pollinator garden supportive of bees and butterflies in NE Kansas. The meeting is free and open to the public. For more information contact the Leavenworth County K-State extension office at 913-364-5700.

Canning 101  
Sat, Jul 11, 9a-1p; at K-State Extension Johnson County, 11811 S Sunset Dr, Suite 1500, Olathe, KS 66061. When the garden produces more tomatoes, beans, peppers, berries, and other fresh produce than you can use, canning is a great way to enjoy that harvest year-round. This introductory class covers the essential elements of both water bath and pressure canning, including which method is best for different types of foods. You’ll learn research-based, safe food preservation practices and gain hands-on experience to build confidence in preserving the flavors of the growing season for your family and pantry. Learn more and register at: https://www.johnson.k-state.edu/newsandevents/classes-events/

Digital Tools for the Garden
Thur, Jul 16, 7p; at Leavenworth Public Library, 417 Spruce St, Leavenworth, KS 66048. Leavenworth County Master Gardeners Shanda Lauer and Joyce Howell will present how to apply useful apps and on-line tools for garden planning, identifying plants, caring for your plants and managing garden tasks efficiently. The meeting is free and open to the public. For more information contact the Leavenworth County K-State extension office at 913-364-5700. 

Water Features for Your Garden
Tues, Jul 21, 6:30p; at Tonganoxie Public Library, 217 E 4th St, Tonganoxie, KS 66086. Leavenworth County Master Gardener Ernie May will discuss the basics of water features and the many forms in which those features (and kits) are available. He will also review some plants that may be appropriate for those features or for use in water gardens. The meeting is free and open to the public. For more information contact the Leavenworth County K-State extension office at 913-364-5700.

Backyard Prairie: Summer  
Tues, Jul 21, 6-7p, by K-State Extension Johnson County. Virtual Webinar FREE. Native plants can transform your landscape into a vibrant, resilient garden that supports pollinators and wildlife while reducing maintenance needs. Join Patti Ragsdale, president of the Kansas Native Plant Society and Executive Director of Botanical Belonging, to learn what your prairie or native garden needs during the summer months. Discover seasonal maintenance tasks, how to evaluate plant establishment, what to expect as your planting matures, and how to plan for future success. Whether you’re nurturing a newly planted prairie or managing an established native landscape, you’ll leave with practical guidance and answers to your questions. Register at: https://hnr.k-state.edu/extension/consumer-horticulture/garden-hour/. Interested in learning about prairie gardening throughout the year? Information on previous Backyard Prairie sessions are available on our YouTube channel.

Gardening and Cooking with Herbs  
Fri, Jul 24, 10:30a; at Meadowbrook Park Clubhouse, 9101 Nall Ave, Prairie Village, KS 66207. Offered by K-State Extension Johnson County. Discover the joy of growing and using fresh herbs in this engaging, hands-on session! Gardening and Cooking with Herbs introduces participants to the basics of cultivating common culinary herbs. The session also includes a delicious culinary component: simple demonstrations and tasting opportunities that highlight how fresh herbs can elevate everyday meals. To register go to: https://www.johnson.k-state.edu/newsandevents/classes-events/

Gardening with a Master Gardener: Growing & Drying Flowers for Floral Arrangements
Tues, Aug 4, 2p; Virtual, Free Webinar, offered by K-State Extension Johnson County. What are the best flowers to grow for dried arrangements? What are the different ways we can dry or preserve them? What are some fun ways to use them in wreaths, door decorations, table runners, and everlasting vase arrangements. Register at: https://hnr.k-state.edu/extension/consumer-horticulture/garden-hour/

K-State Garden Hour Webinar: Local Food Gardening Projects in Kansas
Wed, Aug 5, noon-1p. Virtual Webinar FREE. Extension is committed to community success and expanding access to healthy food. Join K-State Horticulture Agents from around the state to learn more about food gardening initiatives in Kansas. Explore the success stories of these gardens and discover how these programs give back to the community through education, volunteerism, and shared harvests. Dive into practical strategies that inspire collaboration and help expand food gardening opportunities statewide. Register at https://hnr.k-state.edu/extension/consumer-horticulture/garden-hour/.