Roadside Gardening - from Neglected Strip to Mini Oasis
Oct
8
October 8– 8, 2026
MassBay Community College Wellesley Hills Campus, 🇺🇸
About This Event
Roadside Gardening - from Neglected Strip to Mini Oasis will take place on Thursday, October 8, 2026, at MassBay Community College Wellesley Hills Campus in Wellesley.
What to Expect
- Learn how a few feet of hardy perennials can transform an overlooked space into a mini oasis for beneficial pollinators.
- Get ideas and inspiration for creating a low-maintenance garden in curb extensions or planting strips.
- Understand lessons from experienced gardeners, including prepping the area, plant choices, successes, and mistakes.
- Gain knowledge on city guidelines for gardening in public-facing spaces.
- Hear from Watertown Community Board member and MMGA graduate Melinda Dennis, joined by Marilyn Salvas.
Who Should Attend
This event is for anyone looking to expand their garden space, support pollinators, and beautify their town or city streets with low-maintenance roadside gardens.
Practical Information
This is a 1-hour in-person event.
Topics
Oct
8
– 8
October 8– 8, 2026
Location
MassBay Community College Wellesley Hills Campus
50 Oakland Street
Wellesley, 02481 · 🇺🇸 United States
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