8-9:40 am
Registration and tours of
MOSI gardens and wetlands
along with the Fandango
Vendor Fair and Complimentary Continental Breakfast

Browse through the Vendor fair while enjoying some morning treats
and
join in an Herb Walk with Rose Kalajian through the wetlands of MOSI

9:55-11:30 am

Wildrose Lawncare Inc. presents

The 2006 Florida Yard Fandango

Greeting of participants, Introduction of our sponsors, General Information and THEN . . .

     ORGANIC     

 GARDENING

            By Michael Crose

Michael Crose is a home and garden expert who enjoys hosting radio shows because it allows him to help people across the country. Michael conveys information and fun through his shows and feels no question is too simple or mundane. Check out Michael’s show at www.homeandgardenradio.com

11:45 - 12:35 pm

FANDANGO CLASSES - SESSION 1

Trees- The Urban Tree Hugger
Loren Westenberger, certified Arborist- ISA, Owner of Westenberger Tree Service, Member FNGLA
Loren will teach homeowners the secrets of proper pruning that will amaze you and give you insight  to keeping your trees happy and healthy.

9 Principles to a Florida Friendly Yard
Deborah Chayet - Pinellas County Extension Svc. Certified Horticulturist, Member FNGLA
Debbie will teach homeowners the required principles to an environmentally friendly and aesthetically pleasing Florida Certified yard.

Ask the Expert
Greg Charles - Director of Horticulture PTEC, Member FNGLA
Greg will share his vast wealth of horticultural knowledge with Tampa Homeowners. Ask him any
plant or yard questions that has been bothering you and you just can't seem to get the answer.
He's the man with the plan.

Water Gardens, Koi  
Learn how to Identify and care for your Koi fish.  Discover why this hobby is becoming one of the
most popular methods of relaxation available at your home.  Ask those fish questions that have
been bothering you about this hobby.
Chris Patrick, Aquascapes Manager at Wesley Chapel Nursery

Healing Herbs
Dr. Sudeep Vypari, Phd, Department of Environmental Horticulture, UF/IFAS Plant City campus and his wife, Madhu Vypari
Learn about growing and cooking herbs that are good for your health. See what plants can help with
your health and well being, along with exquisite cooking recipes.

Integrated Pest Management
Bill Phagan, High Tech Pest Control, Certified Pest Operator
How many pest are allowable before you need the eradicator?  Learn about good and bad pests
and how their lives are intertwined within your plants.  Discover the pros and cons of chemicals and
natural pest control.

Harmonious Gardening for Your Pets
Mary Birrell, certified behavioral specialist for dogs - Owner of Bark Busters for Greater Tampa Bay
Mary will teach homeowners how to dog proof their garden and garden proof their dogs. What kind
of plants will work in the yard and which ones to avoid.

Landscaping 101 - Part 1  * needs to be taken with part 2 *
Dave Palmer, Hillsborough County Extension Service
Dave will outline the basic steps necessary to create a landscape plan. He will also illustrate the
basic principles of landscape design, including explanations of basic landscape elements and
design concepts, and then provide some simple techniques to help you take your landscape to the next level.

12:35 - 1:50 pm

Luncheon and Fandango Vendor Fair

Purchase Lunch and stroll through the Fandango vendor fair, asking questions, checking out the services available or a fast tour through MOSI

2:05-2:55 pm

Creating a Low Care Non Toxic Florida Rose Garden
John Starnes, Certified Rosarian and St Petersburg Times Staff Writer
Most Floridians feel roses are a pain that requires elaborate spraying and pruning and such.....I will be able to show some easy methods and rose varieties that make it a pleasure to garden with Florida roses. 

9 Principles to a Florida Friendly Yard
Deborah Chayet - Pinellas County Extension Svc. Certified Horticulturist, Member FNGLA
Debbie will teach homeowners the required principles to an environmentally friendly and aesthetically pleasing Florida Certified yard.

Water Gardens, What's it all about?  
Learn how to create and maintain an ecosystem for your Koi fish. A must for those who are considering a water feature in their yard.  The secret of having a clear water garden and the eco-
system that emerges.  How to have not only fish, but birds, butterflies, frogs and other native
life in your own back yard.
Chris Patrick, Aquascapes Manager at Wesley Chapel Nursery

Island Invaders
Julia Stack, Senior Horticulturist at the Florida Aquarium, Bachelor of Enviormental Design, Master of Environmental Science and Policy
Be amazed as how the Aquarium has taken on the task of refurbishing a barrier island that was
overrun with invasive plants and transformed it back into a true paradise of native Florida.
What does it take to control invasive plants and how this can technique can be used in your yard.

Ask the Expert
Greg Charles - Director of Horticulture PTEC, Member FNGLA
Greg will share his vast wealth of horticultural knowledge with Tampa Homeowners. Ask him any
plant or yard questions that has been bothering you and you just can't seem to get the answer.
He's the man with the plan.
 
Trees- The Urban Tree Hugger
Loren Westenberger, certified Arborist- ISA, Owner of Westenberger Tree Service, Member FNGLA
Loren will teach homeowners the secrets of proper pruning that will amaze you and give you insight  to keeping your trees happy and healthy.

Landscaping and Gardening with Florida Native Plants
Catherine Quindiagan - Florida Native Plant Society This program describes historical habitats in the Tampa Bay area and explains their importance. It explains what "native" and "exotic" plants are
and tells why native plants have a positive environmental impact. It encourages planting natives
that support wildlife, and compares and contrasts conventional and natural landscaping perspectives. It teaches you how to gradually incorporate native plants and provides examples of effective natural landscape design.

Landscaping 101 Part 2 * Must enroll in part 1 to take*
Dave Palmer, Hillsborough County Extension Svc.
Dave will outline the basic steps necessary to create a landscape plan. He will also illustrate the basic principles of landscape design, including explanations of basic landscape elements and design concepts, and then provide some simple techniques to help you take your landscape to the next level in this 2 part workshop.

3:10- 4:00 pm

Palms Ain't trees
Richard Bailey, Professional Forester, Certified Arborist, certified Pesticide Operator
Richard will dispel myths about Palm trees. ie.. they are actually in the grass family while teaching homeowners where to properly plant and care techniques.

Invasive Plants
Debbie Chayet - Pinellas County Extension Svc.
Debbie will share her passion about avoiding invasive plant species in your Florida-friendly landscapes. Discover some "interesting" methods of controlling these pests along with the ultimate
outcome if you do not control them.

Butterfly Gardens
Kristen Gilpen, MOSI
Kristen will share her secrets to successful butterfly gardening. The butterfly queen from MOSI will
delight and enthrall her audience with tips, concerns, and success stories to make your yard the
best that it can be.

Irrigation for the Home Owner
Gail Huff is an Environmental Specialist II with the Hillsborough Soil and Water Conservation District.
As the county advocate for water usage, timely and helpful tips on services that are available free
to Hillsborough county residents, along with what is required for a low maintenance yard. Learn
how to check your own systems for leaks, when to hire a professional, and what you need to know
before you hire someone to install a system on your yard. 

Focus Group
Tell Us What You Think
Sylvia Durell and Virginia Sternberger, Southwest Florida Water Management
District
Come help us shape the future of Florida-friendly landscape education.
Participate in an interactive focus group where you tell us what motivates
you to be a better landscaper. Your input will be used to create
educational programs, such as the Florida Yard Fandango

Annual Gardens
Sandy Torano, Certified Horticulturist; certified PGA Annual Specialist, Treemart retail plant
consultant
Sandy will teach homeowners how to build annual gardens that are both beautiful and Florida-friendly.

Landscaping and Gardening with Florida Native Plants
Catherine Quindiagan and Bill Bilodeau  - Florida Native Plant Society This program describes historical habitats in the Tampa Bay area and explains their importance. It explains what "native" and "exotic" plants are and tells why native plants have a positive environmental impact. It encourages planting natives that support wildlife, and compares and contrasts conventional and natural landscaping perspectives. It teaches you how to gradually incorporate native plants and provides examples of effective natural landscape design.