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Oct
3

Bloomistry: Ecological Gardening 101 + Nursery Tour (for members and "plus ones") Members Only

This event has ended
Saturday, October 3rd, 2026
to (Eastern Time)
11184 Hopson Rd, Ashland, VA, 23005 Map

Members Only Registration Required Program/Speaker Presentation Free Public Parking

Conner Parrish is the Founder & CEO of Bloomistry, a conservation-focused garden and education company offering 300+ learning programs for all ages, beyond-organic garden consulting/installation, and organic garden products that help you live a more eco-aligned life. A passionate farmer and consultant, Conner promotes organic, regenerative, and science-based growing in suburban, urban, school, and community gardens. His mission is to inspire and plant the seeds of green for the world to become a more nature-based place.

Conner will provide fellow Wild Ones members and guests a tour of Boomistry's new nursery and present his popular class “Ecological Gardening 101”.  This course will teach us how to create a thriving, resilient garden that works with nature rather than against it. Students will explore pollinator-friendly design, habitat layering, soil stewardship, water-wise practices, and companion planting. The course will emphasize natural balance so gardens become healthier and more self-sustaining over time.

When registering, chapter members are asked to let us know if you will bring a guest. 
This event has capacity for 30 persons. 

Note: The meet-up location for this event is not  yet public; it will be provided to registered participants ahead of the event. 

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