Join us for a lecture on Plant Propagation with Massachusetts Horticultural Society!
Garden Centers are bursting with beautiful annuals and perennials, but filling your space from these nurseries can be costly. There is nothing better than plants for free! In this lecture, you'll learn how to garden for less by making new plants from established ones through seedlings, divisions, cuttings, and seeds. Discover how to expand your collection using resources from your own plants and those of friends and neighbors. Join us to find out how easy it is to propagate plants and create multiple plants without breaking the bank!
After the lecture, Melissa will share propagations of her own. If you already know what you're doing, bring your own propagations to be passed out to your fellow patrons!
About Melissa Pace
Melissa Pace is an award-winning horticulturist, competing in numerous flower shows nationwide - from the Philadelphia Flower Show to specialized cacti and succulent showcases. A University of Rhode Island Master Gardener since 2003, she also maintains an active membership in the Cactus and Succulent Society of Massachusetts.
For over 30 years, Melissa has always been eager to share her knowledge of plants. From working with local garden clubs and civic organizations to giving hands-on tours for nationwide conferences and symposia, her engaging talks blend practical insights with her passion for plants, captivating audiences from all walks of life.
Holding a Master’s degree in teaching from Bridgewater State University, she seamlessly integrates her roles as a teacher and horticulture enthusiast at Massachusetts Horticultural Society (MHS), where she engages with learners of all ages using her dynamic approach to plant education. She embodies the mission of MHS by encouraging everyone to become active growers.
This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Somerville Public Library. Thanks, Friends!
Questions? Contact Tim at tpiligra@somervillema.gov.
