Cultivating Resilience: Soil Health’s Role in Mitigating Climate Change

Winter Lecture Series: Our Changing Climate and Your Garden

Have you noticed plants blooming at strange times in your garden or an increase in major weather events? Our three-part virtual lecture series is coming your way this January and February on Tuesdays at 7:00pm via Zoom! We’ll delve into weather patterns in the region, how soil health affects the climate, and selecting resilient plants for our gardens. Join us from the comfort of your home and enjoy a discounted registration fee with our three class bundle option!

Members: $16 (Bundle $45)       Nonmembers: $20 (Bundle $50)

Virtual lecture via Zoom. Registration and prepayment required.  Registration now open HERE!

Lecture 2: Join us in “Cultivating Resilience: Soil Health’s Role in Mitigating Climate Change” as we delve into the remarkable connection between soil health and our planet’s climate.

This informative talk will take you on a journey below the surface, revealing the critical role soil health plays in sequestering carbon, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and promoting climate resilience. We will explore the fascinating world of soil microbiology, the significance of regenerative agriculture, and the ways in which responsible land management practices can help combat the climate crisis. Discover how nurturing the soil beneath our feet can have far-reaching effects on our atmosphere, biodiversity, and the overall health of our planet. Learn about innovative solutions and practical steps we can all take to harness the power of healthy soils for a more sustainable future in our gardens and beyond.

Emily Mox is excited to further her passion for connecting people to plants through her role as UDBG’s new Program Manager. Originally from Newark, DE she has spent the last couple decades gardening around the Philly area including working at Redbud Native Plant Nursery, Tyler Arboretum, and The Gardens at Mill Fleurs. Upon graduating from Longwood Garden’s Professional Horticulture Program, Emily completed her B.S. in Horticulture at Temple University and is also a NOFA Accredited Organic Land Care Professional. After running a design and build garden business for a number of years, she transitioned back into public horticulture working for the Scott Arboretum at Swarthmore College as Assistant Garden Supervisor & Landscape Sustainability Coordinator. Delving into the realms of soils and sustainability has emerged as a central interest and enthusiasm, as she endeavors to advocate for responsible horticultural practices in both the industry and the broader community.

Please email botanicgardens@udel.edu or call 302-831-4188 if you would like to register by phone. Send payment to: UDBG, 152 Townsend Hall, University of DE, Newark DE 19716. Should the expense of participating in our event pose a challenge for you, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us, as we are happy to discuss and accommodate your needs to the best of our ability.

Location: Virtual via Zoom

Cancellation Policy: UDBG reserves the right to cancel any program if necessary. Refunds take approximately 3-4 weeks to process. There will be no refunds after a class or series has begun. Payment will be refunded if cancellation is made 10 days prior to class.