Get timely, research-based answers as the growing season gets underway
AMES, Iowa — As lawns green up and gardens come to life across Iowa, Iowa State University Extension and Outreach invites gardeners to take advantage of Garden Q&A Live, a monthly interactive program designed to provide timely help throughout the growing season.
Get expert gardening help with Garden Q&A Live
Garden Q&A Live connects home gardeners directly with Iowa State University horticulture experts during live, hour-long Zoom sessions. The program is tailored to Iowa and similar Upper Midwest conditions and offers practical, research-based answers to common and uncommon questions about lawns, landscapes and gardens.
“Spring is when many gardening questions start to pop up,” said Aaron Steil, consumer horticulture extension specialist with Iowa State. “From pruning and planting to diagnosing problems or planning ahead, Garden Q&A Live gives gardeners a reliable place to get answers and make confident decisions.”
Ask questions on lawns, landscapes and home gardens
Sessions include experts who can answer questions about a wide range of home gardening topics, including trees and shrubs, flowers, vegetables and fruits, lawns, houseplants, weeds, insects, diseases and general plant care. Participants may submit questions when they register or ask them live during the program. Photos can also be shared to help experts better assess specific problems.
Join monthly live gardening sessions on Zoom
Garden Q&A Live is held on the second Monday of each month from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. and continues throughout the growing season. Participation is free and open to the public, but advance registration is required for each session. The next Garden Q&A is set for April 13.
“Even gardeners who don’t have a specific question can learn a lot by listening to what others are asking,” Steil said. “It’s a great way to stay informed, troubleshoot issues early, and help get the most out of your garden, lawn and landscape.”
To learn more and register for upcoming sessions, visit the Garden Q&A Live page.
(contributed press release, ISUANR)
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