Louisiana Nursery

Cacti & Succulents for Beginners
2024-05-07 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | Louisiana Nursery Perkins: Baton Rouge Event Venue, 8680 Perkins Rd, Baton Rouge, LA, 70810, United States
Build A Low-Maintenance Desert Oasis
Join LA Nursery for an introduction to the vast world of Cacti & Succulents: We’ll discuss where these fan-favorite plants originated, common pests & diseases, and care-tips tailored to Louisiana (with fun-facts to boot)!

Guest Speaker: Jillian (Jill) Marks
Jill has been with Louisiana Nursery for over 2 years, but her passion for Cactus & Succulent plants goes back a lot further! She’s had experience at other boutique succulent shops and even some time spent at a growing operation. Beyond employment, Jill loves tending to her own collection of these desert plants at home.
About the Event:
Learn the do’s and don’ts for the most popular varieties of Cacti & Succulents, the fastest growing category at Louisiana Nursery! Our climate is a bit different than what these plants are used to. But – with local tips from a succulent enthusiast – you’ll have a slice of the Sahara right on your patio. Plus, all attendees are have a chance to win a beautiful mixed succulent container, made by Jill herself!
Key Takeaways:

History & Genealogy: Where did our favorite succulents and cacti originate, and how did they end up being grown all across the world? What are some of the big-name genera?
Cacti & Succulents in The South: Growing plants successfully is all about making them feel right at home in any space. With growing tips tailored to Louisiana, you can make desert plants thrive even in a humid swamp!
Maintenance & Care: Succulents & Cacti care is a completely different program than you’re used to. Sometimes the hardest routines are the extremely low-maintenance ones.
Q&A: Have your questions answered by our expert guest speaker and garden center staff.

Who Should Attend:

Busy gardeners looking for low-maintenance plants.
No lawn? No space? No Problem! Cacti & Succulents thrive in containers.
Beginner plant-lovers and anyone interested in these easy-going marvels.

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn valuable tips and tricks for creating a low-maintenance desert oasis!
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Butterflies & Pollinator Gardens with Isabelle Morgan
2024-04-02 18:00 - 19:00 | Events Venue in Prairieville, LA at Louisiana Nursery, 39245 LA-42, Prairieville, LA, 70769, United States
Turn Your Garden into a Pollinator-Haven
Join LA Nursery for a deep-dive on the world of pollinators, their purpose in our ecosystems, and the best plants to attract them to your backyard available at our garden center!
Guest Speaker: Isabelle Morgan
Isabelle (Isa) Morgan is the Insectarium Horticulturist at Audubon Nature Institute in New Orleans, Louisiana. In her day-to-day, she maintains the Audubon Butterfly Garden and educates the public on the importance of pollinators and native biodiversity.
Isa is a 2023 graduate of LSU’s Plant and Soil Systems degree program with a minor in Entomology, and has future plans to pursue a masters degree in Human-Plant Interactions. Her main interests include sustainable agriculture, education, and horticulture therapy.
About the Event:
Learn what it means to plan and plant a garden with the “pollinator-first” mindset. This includes using more native plants, practicing “companion planting,” and learning how we, as gardeners, can help our pollinators thrive in a multitude of ways.
Key Takeaways:

What is Pollination: The bedrock of everything we do at the garden center is thanks to the miracle of pollinators and how they have co-evolved with plants. Knowing the “how” is key to understanding why we plant certain things for certain insects.
Pollinator-Friendly Plant-Care: Thinking with the “pollinator-first” mindset means adjusting the chemical programs you’ve used in the past, or even adjusting your expectations of what a healthy garden looks like. This doesn’t mean cutting it all out, though! Organic certified products have made real strides over the years, and we’ll take a look at what can safely be applied to a pollinator haven!
Butterfly Gardens: Monarchs tend to get all the attention, but there’s many other beautiful butterflies in Louisiana! Butterfly gardens are an especially popular subject with our garden club community, so we’ll have a section dedicated to attracting all kinds of them.
Q&A: Have your questions answered by our expert guest speaker and garden center staff.

Who Should Attend:

Butterfly enthusiasts and bug-lovers everywhere!
Homeowners looking to add some extra life to their lawns.
Any gardener wanting a better idea of how the plant & insect kingdoms come together.

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn valuable tips and tricks for creating a thriving butterfly garden with the “pollinator-first” mindset!

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Sustainable Gardening with Heather Kirk-Ballard
2024-03-05 18:00 - 19:00 | Louisiana Nursery Perkins: Baton Rouge Event Venue, 8680 Perkins Rd, Baton Rouge, LA, 70810, United States
Cultivate a Thriving Garden: Sustainability & Native Louisiana Plants
Join us for an informative and engaging event on sustainable gardening practices, with a special focus on incorporating native Louisiana plants into your landscape!
Guest Speaker: Heather Kirk-Ballard
Heather Kirk-Ballard is an Assistant Professor and state extension specialist of Consumer Horticulture for the LSU AgCenter starting in 2019. She is the host of the Get It Growing ™ extension program focusing on home gardening that is disseminated weekly through video to news stations and in print to newspapers across the state.
She has a teaching appointment at LSU and her research interests include sustainable landscaping, home gardening and medicinal plants.
Leveraging her expertise in public outreach and marketing, she assists gardeners in achieving greater success.
About the Event:
Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just starting out, this event is packed with valuable insights and practical tips to help you create a beautiful and sustainable garden that thrives in the unique Louisiana climate
Key Takeaways:

Sustainable Garden Practices: Learn eco-friendly techniques to conserve water, reduce waste, and promote healthy soil.
Benefits of Native Plants: Discover the beauty and ecological advantages of incorporating native Louisiana flora and organic care-products into your garden.
Plant Selection & Care: Get expert advice on choosing the right native plants for your specific needs and learn how to care for them properly.
Q&A Session: Have your questions answered by our expert guest speaker and garden center staff.

Who Should Attend:

Homeowners interested in sustainable gardening practices.
Garden enthusiasts looking to incorporate native Louisiana plants.
Anyone seeking to create a beautiful and environmentally friendly garden.

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn valuable tips and tricks for creating a thriving sustainable garden that celebrates the natural beauty of Louisiana!

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