Meet Me in the Garden
Every fourth Wednesday of the month
January – August in 2026
Videos from 2025 presentations available here
Join us each month for a lively discussion on a variety of gardening topics. Programs will be held inside unless otherwise noted. Come early. Space is limited. Meetings are held at the F.A. Seiberling Nature Realm, 1828 Smith Rd., Akron.
Wednesday, May 27, 2026
7 P.M.
Spotted Lanternfly
Learn about a new invasive pest in Ohio and what it will mean for your landscape and garden plants.
Presented by: Pam Bennett
Professor, State Master Gardener Program Director,
Extension Educator, Horticulture Plant Geek
Wednesday, June 24, 2026
7:00 P.M.
Crafting Gorgeous Gifts & Home Decor From Your Garden
Get “Wow! this came from your garden?” gift ideas including a wreath, vase and live plant design.
Presented by: Luke Simon
Gate Way Flora by Mortal Tree Design
Wednesday, July 22, 2026
7:00 P.M.
Creating A Cottage Garden
Learn to design and maintain a small space garden brimming with flowers, fruit, fragrance and loads of charm.
Presented by: Brian Gregory
Senior Horticulturist Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens
Wednesday, August 26, 2026
7:00 pm
Benefits of Attracting Wildlife to Your Outdoor Space
Learn the benefits of attracting wildlife into your outdoor space as well as tactics to deter nuisance species.
Presented by: Monika Bowman Bell
Wildlife Communications Specialist Ohio Division of Wildlife
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