Roy Klehm
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Spring is just around the corner so plan now to attend “Horticulture In The Heartland” on Saturday, March 1, 2008 at Clinton Community College, 1000 Lincoln Boulevard, Clinton, Iowa. The Keynote Address will be presented by Roy Klehm. Roy Klehm is a third generation plant breeder. The Klehm Family and the horticulture industry share a long and storied history together. The relationship dates back to 1852 when John Adam Klehm immigrated from Germany to Arlington Heights, Illinois. There he started a nursery business, principally fruit trees. Roy has introduced many new plant varieties over the years including woody introductions as well as herbaceous plants, many of which are daylilies, peonies and hosta. He has worked with breeders to introduce some of the best shade trees, crabapples, magnolias and lilacs in the industry. He and his wife founded Beaver Creek Nursery, Inc. in Poplar Grove, Illinois and Klehm Song Sparrow Farm and Nursery at Avalon, Wisconsin (a mail order nursery).
This event is presented by Clinton Community College, Iowa State University Clinton County Extension Master Gardeners, Bickelhaupt Arboretum, and Clinton Trees Forever. Registration begins at 8:00 a.m. with the welcome at 8:45 a.m. and presentations beginning at 9:00 a.m. For registration information, contact Anne Schmidt at 563-244-7050 or 1-800-637-0559. No registrations taken after February 22. Cost is $35 per person, which includes morning refreshments and lunch.
9:00 – 10:00 a.m. - Keynote Address – Exciting New Woody Plants – Roy Klehm, Song Sparrow Farm & Nursery
Tired of finding the same old woody plants to incorporate into your garden? Come hear about some of the newer more unique woody specimens available to you. Learn who’s behind the development of these cultivars and why they came to be. You’ll also be part of a tribute to Chub Harper, a local horticulturalist, who has made a big impact in the world of woody plants.
10:05 – 11:05 a.m. - Session One
A. Down Peony Lane with Roy Klehm
A resurgence in peony hybridization has occurred over the past 50 years, with five generations of the Klehm family playing a major role in this revival. Join Roy as he shares secrets of Intersectional or Itoh Peony Hybrids, Rock Garden Peonies, Tree peonies and more. Peonies (Paeonia) are an integral component of herbaceous plantings and mixed borders. As a cut flower, they have no equal. Alluringly fragrant blooms, lush foliage, and a wide range of growth habits are key ornamental features. Come learn more about “Abalone Pearl,” “Aphrodite’s Kiss,” “Raspberry Rumba,” “Cheese Country,” “Susie Q” and “Tecumseh.”
B. Rose Gardens for Every Season - Jeff Epping & Samara Eisner
Join Olbrich Botanical Gardens Director of Horticulture, Jeff Epping, and Rose Garden Horticulturist, Samara Eisner, for an in-depth look at Olbrich’s new Rose Garden. Epping and his horticulture staff recently created a rose garden that showcases hardy, disease-resistant shrub and climbing roses. However, this garden is about more than just roses, it’s about creating a garden that looks great in every season, not just when the roses are in bloom like in traditional rose gardens. Come see how Olbrich combines bulbs, annuals, perennials, vines, shrubs and small-scale trees with a variety of roses to create a truly unique and spectacular Midwestern rose garden.
C. Tree Care & Selection - Randy Cook, Forestry Bureau, Iowa Department of Natural Resources
Join our own Urban Forester for some great information on tree care and management. Topics will include: plant selection and site analysis; planting techniques; after planting care (mulching, staking, wrapping, pruning, watering). You’ll also review the most prevalent tree health issues such as damage from construction (“I only poured a small patio near the roots.”) and discuss emerging issues such as Emerald Ash Borer.
11:10 – 12:10 – Session Two
A. Unique Deciduous Shrubs – Richard Jauron,
Horticulture Specialist, Iowa State University Extension
Lilacs, dogwoods, and spireas are common shrubs in the home landscape. This presentation will cover some of the less widely grown deciduous shrubs that are wonderful additions to the home landscape.
B. The Annual Report: What’s New in Garden Annuals - Cindy Haynes, Associate Professor, Dept of Horticulture, Iowa State University
Bored with geraniums, petunias and marigolds? Many new annual species and hybrids are gracing window boxes, containers and landscape beds. Learn more about new and unusual annuals and different ways to make them work harder for you in your garden.
C. Getting Excited About Water Gardening and Water Features – Jackie Allsup, Eastern Iowa Pond Society KHA (Koi Health Advisor) and pond hobbyist
Adding water to a garden has become very popular. There is a type of water feature that will work into most gardens no matter how small or large. This presentation will cover most of the water features available to gardeners. Jackie will discuss construction techniques, fish, plants, the view, sunlight and safety issues. Bring your questions on all things water, and let the fun begin!
12:15 – 1:00 p.m. Brown Bag Lunch – catered by the Best Western Frontier Motor Inn
1:05 – 2:05 p.m. Session Three
A. The Basics of Landscape Design - Ann Marie VanDerZanden, Associate Professor of Horticulture, Iowa State University
Creating a garden design can be both rewarding and challenging. This class will cover the basics of organizing the space within a residential landscape, how to brainstorm possible design ideas considering aesthetics and function, and techniques to visually represent your landscape ideas.
B. Bark, Berries, Grasses & Beyond: Adding Interest to the Off-Season Garden - Jeff Epping, Director of Horticulture, Olbrich Botanical Gardens
Creating a fabulous garden has its many challenges here in the upper Midwest, especially in autumn, winter and early spring. Once the lush foliage and beautiful flowers of the growing season have faded away, we can be faced with a flat and uninteresting dormant landscape. In this session, Jeff will demonstrate through colorful images, how to incorporate ornamental plants during the dormant season. The main focus will be on bark, fruit, foliage, and early bloomers.
C. Perennial Possibilities - Kathryn Newman, Landscape Designer, Sunnyfield Greenhouse & Gardens, Galva, Illinois
Join Kathryn for a look at this year’s crop of new perennial introductions and a few tried-and-true varieties. With all the possibilities, you’re sure to find the perfect plant to perk up your perennial garden.
2:10 – 3:10 p.m. Session Four
A. Intermediate Landscape Design - Ann Marie VanDerZanden, Associate Professor of Horticulture, Iowa State University
After completing “The Basics of Landscape Design” session, participants will learn about the principles of design and how they can be applied to residential designs. There will also be discussion on how to select plants based on environmental, functional and aesthetic qualities.
B. The Fantastic World of Plants - Margo Hansen, Lawn & Garden Manger, Paul’s Discount, Clinton
Sit back and enjoy the journey to the fascinating world of plants . . . from the tiniest flower to the largest seed; from the most beautiful and brightest flower to the dullest of the dull. See plants from the simplest cell form to plants with complex life cycles. Plants will never look the same to you after this biological, educational and somewhat humorous lesson.
C. Conifer Companions - Gary Whittenbaugh, Past President American Conifer Society Central Region
This presentation will feature discussion on hardscape to landscape, non-plant and plant materials to complement the new trend of “conifer gardening.” Come join us and get some exciting ideas on smaller trees, shrubs and other plants. These not only work well with dwarf conifers but also are perfect for that smaller property or garden that so many of us have. Of course, the best companion for a conifer is another conifer, so you may also get a peek at two or three choice conifers for your garden. You’ll learn how you, too, can become a “conifer companion.”
by Editor, theCity1.com
January 18, 2008
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