# Event Details

- **Event Name**: A Day in the Garden Patch
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 09:00 am – Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 12:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Join the Livingston County Master Gardeners for a morning of gardening education and fun!

Register here: https://registration.extension.illinois.edu/start/a-day-in-the-garden-patch-livingston-county-1

Tropical Plants: Selection, Design, and Care
Dan Anderson, horticulturist & houseplant expert
Bring the tropics to your home and garden! Learn how to choose vibrant tropical plants for your space, incorporate them into landscapes and containers, and keep them thriving with proper watering, fertilizing, and overwintering tips. Whether you’re new to gardening or experienced, you’ll leave inspired to create your own tropical oasis.

 
Mastering Drought-Resilient Gardening
Livingston County Master Gardeners
Thrive in dry conditions! Explore drought-tolerant plants that bring beauty and resilience to your landscape. Also learn simple DIY irrigation systems, and expert tips to conserve water and keep your garden healthy—even when rainfall is scarce.

DIY Ollas: Efficient Watering for Your Garden- Make & Take
Discover an ancient yet highly effective method of watering your garden! In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn about ollas—unglazed clay pots used for slow-release irrigation—and why they’re perfect for conserving water and promoting healthy plant growth. Walk through the process of making your own olla to take home and use in your garden. We’ll also share tips on placement, maintenance, and how ollas can help reduce water waste while keeping your plants thriving. All materials are provided—just bring your creativity and get ready to craft!

A $30 registration fee includes light refreshments, 3 educational programs, and olla make-and-take materials.
Check-in and light refreshments will be available at 8:45 a.m., with the workshops beginning at 9 a.m.

Questions? Contact Master Gardener Program Coordinator, Anna Poe at (309) 663-8306 or amaleske@illinois.edu
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/pontiac/a-day-in-the-garden-patch/200029657160455
- **Event Categories**: workshops
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 23

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Pontiac
- **state**: IL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 1412 S Locust St, Pontiac, IL 61764-2711, United States
- **lat**: 40.8663
- **long**: -88.62653
- **full address**: 1412 S Locust St, Pontiac, IL 61764-2711, United States

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is A Day in the Garden Patch being held?
  - **A:** A Day in the Garden Patch takes place on Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 09:00 am to Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 12:00 pm at 1412 S Locust St, Pontiac, IL 61764-2711, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing A Day in the Garden Patch?
  - **A:** A Day in the Garden Patch is organized by Livingston, McLean and Woodford County Master Gardeners.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** A Day in the Garden Patch is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Pontiac, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If A Day in the Garden Patch sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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