WEDNESDAY February 4
9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Ballroom East
NE NJ PA NOFA CEU
Taking Control of Turf Weeds It’s time to take control! With a significant increase in the number of products available for weed control in turfgrass today, it’s challenging for the landscape professional to determine which new introductions produce the best results. Compare the new broadleaf herbicides and recommended uses with older strategies and products. Explore the pros, cons, and usage strategies for the newer natural herbicides that have recently come to market.
David Gardner, Ph.D. Associate Professor The Ohio State University Columbus, OH
9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Ballroom West
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Restoring Nature’s Relationships: Understanding the Importance of Native Plants in Today’s Urban Landscape Specialized relationships between animals and plants are the norm in nature rather than the exception. Plants that evolved in concert with local animals provide for their needs better than plants that evolved elsewhere. You will learn why this is so, why it is important to restore biodiver- sity to our residential properties, and what we need to do to make our landscapes functioning ecosystems once again.
Doug Tallamy, Ph.D. Professor of Entomology University of Delaware Newark, DE
SEMINARS & EXPO 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
WEDNESDAY • February 4 Seminars
Expo Expo
FRIDAY • February 6 Seminars
Expo 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
THURSDAY • February 5 Seminars
9 a.m. – 3 p.m. 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
9 a.m. – 3 p.m. 8 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Seminars
GROWS’ targeted learning experiences provide the tools you need to transform your brand, business and bottom line.
9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Room 205
ISA NOFA CEU
Tree Reduction, Retrenchment, Topping: What’s the Difference & Why Does it Matter? When it comes to tree pruning, we think we can describe reduction – we know topping when we see it – but now retrenchment? What is it and how can it be used? Over the last few years, there has been quite a bit of discussion about retrench- ment pruning but not many definitions or param- eters. Understand the science behind these pruning techniques and their impact on tree survivability. You'll discover the most effective methods and learn why it matters for the overall health of trees in your care.
Ed Gilman, Ph.D. Professor, Urban Trees & Landscape Plants University of Florida Gainesville, FL
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 n Ballroom East
ISA NE NJ PA NOFA CEU
Effective Biological Control: Understanding the Relationship Between Natural Enemies & their Prey In today’s marketplace, horticultural professionals must be well versed on both the benefits and limitations associated with biological control, as well as how to best utilize this progressive man- agement strategy. Understand what is involved in implementing an effective biological control program for insect and mite pests; what impact pesticides have on these strategies; and what is required for successful conservation of biological control agents.
Raymond Cloyd, Ph.D. Professor Kansas State University Manhattan, KS
Motivating Meaningful Change in a Team Environment There are two types of people who work in your business: those who are willing and those who are able. The best is a combination of both – the challenge is with other mixes of the same traits like Unwilling/Able or Willing/Unable. Take away insight and gain clarity on how to effectively motivate change in a team environment. Learn the four stages of team building, the four styles within that team, and a dynamic technique called “leaderSHIFT” that is necessary to successfully affect change.
John Kennedy Owner John Kennedy Consulting Sykesville, MD
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GROWS 2015 5
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 n Ballroom West
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Chic Plants for Modern Gardens: A Commentary on New Plants Plantsman Kelly Norris will share his views on the current state of ornamental horticulture and provide an overview of new varieties in some of today’s hottest perennial categories, while encouraging his audience’s feedback and sass – after all, some new plants just aren’t all they’re cracked up to be. Jump into a rousing discussion on what makes a great garden plant and why we all need to demand more from the people who make them.
Kelly Norris Horticulture Manager Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden
Des Moines, IA
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 n Room 205
CEU NOFA
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