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Explore garden possibilities for our region

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hosted by 

Master Gardener    Volunteer Association 

of Union County​

January 31, 2026

We Survived the VIRTUAL Symposium!

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What a great day of gardening fun in the SNOW.

If you attended please fill out our survey and join the raffle to win two free tickets for next year. Use the QR code or this link.

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Join fellow garden enthusiasts, experts and novices alike for a garden design symposium on Saturday January 31st. This event is presented by NC Extension and the Extension Master Gardener    Volunteer Association of Union County VIRUTALLY via Zoom.

​Grow your knowledge and realize your garden dreams with presentations from celebrated bestselling author and distinguished horticulturist Brie Arthur, ecologist and native plant aficionado Dr. Carrie DeJaco and highly regarded owner of Windcrest Farm, Mary Roberts. The day will also include vendors and exhibitors.​ This event offers an excellent opportunity to expand your knowledge, network with like-minded individuals, and gain inspiration and practical information for your garden projects.  

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Highlights of the Symposium:

  • Start the day with Brie Arthur, Seeds of Enchantment - The Art of Creating Gardens From Seed

  • Follow up with Dr. Carrie DeJaco, Extending the Pollinator Season in Your Landscape

  • Lunch presentation by Mary Roberts of Windcrest Farm, Succession Gardening: Planning a Year of Flow, Rest & Abundance

  • Close the day with Brie Arthur, Ultimate Plant Combinations

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Speakers
Schedule

 

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  8:00am  Doors Open, Check in, Time with Exhibitors

  9:00am  Welcome

  9:15am  Seeds of Enchantment - The Art of Creating Gardens From Seed with Brie Arthur

10:30am  Break, Time with Exhibitors

10:45am  Extending the Pollinator Season in Your Landscape with Dr. Carrie DeJaco

11:45am  Lunch Break, Time with Exhibitors

12:15pm  Lunch

12:15pm  Succession Gardening with Mary Roberts

  1:15pm  Break, Time with Exhibitors

  1:30pm  Ultimate Plant Combinations with Brie Arthur

  2:45pm  Wrap Up

  3:00pm  Stay for Ask A Master Gardener or Tour our Teaching Garden

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​Schedule 

Exhibitors

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Brie Arthur

Meet Brie and learn more about her presentations

Seeds of Enchantment - The Art of Creating Gardens From Seed

Ultimate Plant Combinations

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​Dr. Carrie DeJaco

Meet Carrie and learn more about her presentation

Extending the Pollinator Season in Your Landscape

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Mary Roberts

Meet Mary and learn more about his presentation

Succession Gardening: Planning a Year of Flow, Rest & Abundance

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Directions to the Venue

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