Veggies in Summer

Thursday, May 23, 2024

6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Instructor: Robert Bowden

Even though it’s only May, most vegetable plants shut down for the summer because of the high heat and humidity in Orlando. Enjoy a helpful presentation by former Leu Gardens’ Director Robert Bowden as he talks about many vegetables that actually enjoy high temperatures and humidity. Learn how to grow peanuts, black-eyed peas and sweet potatoes and many more! This class fills up quickly and space is limited so be sure to sign up early.

Robert Bowden recently retired as Executive Director of Leu Gardens after nearly three decades. Earlier in his career he was the Executive Director of the Atlanta Botanical Garden, Director of Horticulture of the Missouri Botanical Garden in St. Louis, and Assistant Director of Old Westbury Gardens on Long Island. He is the author of many books including Florida Fruit & Vegetable Gardening: Plant, Grow, and Harvest the Best Edibles and the Florida Top Ten Garden Guide. He also teaches several horticulture classes in the Science Department at Valencia State College.

Participants must withdraw from classes at least five days prior to the start of class in order to receive a full refund or credit. If we must cancel a class, we will make every effort to inform you prior to the class time, and you will receive a full refund or credit.

Only those registered for the class will be permitted in the classroom. Childcare services are not provided.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Harry P. Leu Gardens, 1920 N Forest Ave, Orlando, United States