Let's Grow Your Mind: Winter is Coming!

Let's Grow Your Mind: Where Curiosity Cultivates Knowledge

If you’ve ever wondered about the quirky, fascinating, and unexpected corners of horticulture, the Grow Your Mind talk series is for you! From plant folklore and pollinator behavior to soil secrets and botanical oddities, these sessions are as entertaining as they are enlightening.  Whether you're a seasoned grower or just plant-curious, come feed your mind and grow your garden know-how in ways you never expected!

WINTER IS COMING

When temperatures drop and daylight fades, plants don’t just endure—they adapt with remarkable behavior strategies. In this eye-opening lecture, Ruth Carll, Rutgers' State Leader for Home Horticulture, reveals the three key survival tactics plants use to make it through winter’s toughest months.  From dormancy to dieback to evergreen endurance, you’ll learn how different plants respond to cold stress—and how to tailor your winter care based on their unique strategy. Whether you're tending perennials, shrubs, or houseplants, understanding these behaviors will help you protect your garden and set it up for spring success.  Ruth will also share her top picks for winter-interest plants that bring beauty and resilience to your landscape, even in the off-season.

A ZOOM link will be sent to all registrants 1 week prior to class.

SPEAKER:  Ruth Carll, County Agent III, State Leader, Consumer Horticulture

COST:  $20