(DeKalb) – January is the perfect month to dream, design, and dig into next year’s garden long before the soil thaws. Join us for a warm and lively double-feature all about planning a beautiful, resilient, climate-friendly garden right here in DeKalb County.
Join us at the DeKalb Public Library on Tuesday, January 13, when local experts will walk you through how to create gardens that nurture the land and feed your household.
Learn how to plan a native garden that boosts biodiversity, supports pollinators, uses less water, and thrives in Northern Illinois’ shifting climate. We’ll explore layout ideas, plant selection, and how to build gardens that look good and make ecological sense.
Discover how to design a productive food garden using regenerative practices like soil blocks, compost-rich beds, native and heirloom varieties, low-plastic systems, and water-wise growing methods. Dream up your 2026 veggie plan with the soil at the center of every decision.
Bring your questions, your sketchbook, your seed catalog wish list, and your winter gardening optimism. Perfect for beginners, seasoned gardeners, and anyone who loves plants with a purpose.
This program is intended for adults. It does not require registration. It will begin at 6:30 p.m. in the lower-level Yusunas Meeting Room.
For more information, contact Britta at brittak@dkpl.org or (815) 756-9568 ext. 2100.
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