We are excited to announce our 2025 keynote speaker...

Lisa Hinzman Howard - the "Midwest Garden Gal"

Lisa is a certified Master Gardener volunteer with Iowa State Extension since 2011. She is an author, blogger, speaker, consultant, and frequent podcast guest. She founded Midwest Garden Gal, LLC in 2016, offering classes and garden consultations. Her book, Cheap Tricks Gardening, was published in 2022. Follow her at midwestgardengal.com and on social media platforms as Midwest Garden Gal.

Seminar Topics (Thursday and Friday ONLY):

Bees, Birds, Bats & Butterflies…oh my!

Cheap Tricks Gardening: ‘Cause You Don’t Need to Spend a Fortune for Fabulous (both days)

Container Gardens on the Cheap

Grow It Yourself (GIY): Veggies 101

Herbs for the Butterflies

Vegetable Gardening for All Seasons