Noteworthy Natives
Thursdays, 6:00-7:30pm
Having a beautiful yard and garden can be a bit tricky in Utah because of its climate. Heat, snow, low humidity and only 16 inches of total precipitation per year all play a factor in this. But what if you focused on some beautiful Utah natives and that took all the hard work out of the equation? In this two-part online class, we will explore some specific types of trees, shrubs, perennials and bulbs that you could put to the test and find automatic success! We will also discover sources to find said natives. It is sure to be a win-win for all of us!
Get to know your instructor:
Mindy Mortensen is a botanist and loves teaching others about plants and feels passion for helping people grow their own food. She started her career as a botanist right here at Red Butte Garden about 27 years ago. She lives in Pleasant View with her husband, 3 of her 4 kids, 59 chickens, 10 turkeys, 19 ducks, 37 pigeons, 1 cat, 2 snakes, and 2 dogs--a complete zoo!