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Learn About Michigan Wildflowers

Heidi Bitsoli, Neighbor

The Michigan State University Extension presents local renowned speaker Cheryl English will be at the Octagon House April 2 to present a lecture on wildflowers in Michigan gardens.

While some gardeners are loath to plant them because they find them to be, well, wild — wildflowers can thrive and provide years of beauty even in a small urban garden.

Attend and discover how they can be a successful part of your garden while providing an attractive and beneficial environment for local fauna as well.

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Contact Macomb MSUE Advanced Master Gardener, Cathy Zaccardelli, Octagarden Project Coordinator for reservations by calling 586-677-0606.

Cost is $5 per person, which goes to support the gardens of the historic Octagon House located north of 26 Mile on VanDyke, in Washington Township.

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