Guest Speaker – Jennifer Knutson

Jennifer is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin – Madison. She has been a University of Minnesota Extension Master Gardener since 2007. Jennifer is a member of the Minnesota Horticultural Society and North Star Lily Society. She has been writing a garden column that is published in the Brainerd Dispatch since 2008.

Adding a Vertical Element to the Garden with Vines
Climbing vines have a special charm that goes beyond adding vertical interest to a garden. They can have a softening effect on a fence, add beauty to garden structures, or act as a screen. Their lush leaves and appealing flowers decorate the landscape with color and texture. Some provide edible or ornamental fruit, late-season decorative seed pods, colorful fall foliage, or fragrance. Popular perennial and annual vines will be discussed in this presentation.