August 17, 2023
3:30 to 6:30 p.m.
For the past six years, we’ve been cultivating perennial grasses and wildflowers that feed and attract beneficial insects. All of these plants came from seeds—whether sown by us or by others—and we’ll focus this year’s annual open house on these wonderful seeds.
Location
Our field is located on the Vegetable Research Farm at Cornell AgriTech.
The farm entrance is at 1097 County Rd 4, Geneva, NY. From there, follow the signs to our field and nearby parking.
County Rd 4 may be closed west of the farm entrance.
What to expect
This event is free. We will have a portable restroom facility as well as a few chairs and a small tent available in case it is hot and you need to rest. The ground is relatively even with a gentle slope but it is a field, and closed-toed comfortable footwear is recommended.
Water and snacks will be available.
Guided Explorations with Petra Page-Mann from Fruition Seeds
Guided explorations of established plots of perennial wildflowers and grasses with Petra Page-Mann from Fruition Seeds in Naples, NY.
- 3:45 p.m.
- 4:45 p.m.
- 5:45 p.m.
Join us at our field in conversation about seeds, including:
- Ethics of collecting and sharing seed
- Cleaning and storing seed
- When and how to sow wildflower (especially perennial) seeds
We will have seeds to share, as well as resources to help you select plants that support beneficial insects, and recognize them when they visit.
Senior Extension Associate, Ornamentals IPM Coordinator
NYS Integrated Pest Management
Adjunct Assistant Professor
School of Integrative Plant Science
Horticulture Section
Elizabeth Lamb
- (607) 254-8800
- eml38 [at] cornell.edu
Ornamental and greenhouse integrated pest management
Amara Dunn-Silver
- (315) 787-2206
- arc55 [at] cornell.edu