Save money, energy and time by creating a beautiful home and garden that work harmoniously together.

Backyard Abundance, the Johnson County Master Gardeners, and their partners are hosting a “Spring Home and Gardening Gala” on Saturday, March 3 from 9 am - 4 pm at the Johnson County Fairgrounds Extension Building, 4265 Oak Crest Hill Rd SE, Iowa City.

Welcome in spring by mingling with fellow gardeners and home energy enthusiasts at this fun and information-packed event.

Workshops

Schedule and workshop descriptions: View the brochure

• Deer-Resistant Gardening
• Easily Create a New Garden Bed
• Grow Mushrooms at Home
• Grow Seedlings and Save Money
• Successful Gardening Basics
• Reuse Materials in the Garden
• Create an Eco-Friendly Home
• Save Energy with Windbreaks and Shade

Presenters

• Gardeners from the Johnson County Master Gardeners
• Ecological designers from Backyard Abundance
• Home-building experts from the Center on Sustainable Communities
• Tree professionals from Trees Forever
• Edible fungi specialists from Mushroom Mills

Cost

Lunch, access to all workshops and materials are provided.

$30 if registered by February 29 (register online).
$35 at the door (cash payment preferred).

Send offline payments to:
Backyard Abundance
Spring Gala
P.O. Box 1605
Iowa City, IA 52244

More Information

Questions: Contact Backyard Abundance

Doors open at 8:30 am.

Other Events

These events may be of interest:

• Backyard Abundance Plant Sale: April 28
• Build and Use a Cold Frame: April 28
• Master Gardener Flea Market and Plant Sale: May 12

Partners and Supporters

Thank you to our partners and supporters.