A year-long monthly series of workshops sponsored by the MSU Extension is free to Master Gardeners . Earn education hours with the hour long online Zoom programs. You only need to register once for the whole series. A link to the program will be sent to you each month. You will also receive the links for viewing the recorded programs at your convenience. You must register. Register here

The Lure of Lilacs: Springtime Scents, Bountiful Blooms, and Captivating Colors

Lilacs are beloved flowering shrubs (or occasionally trees!) in Michigan’s landscapes. Deanna Hedlund, MSU Extension Consumer Horticulture Educator, will discuss the history of these storied plants and she’ll point us towards some garden-worthy selections for today’s landscape, including tried-and-true classics, as well as modern offerings.