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Step into the fascinating world of insects with Erin Harlow, Residential & Commercial Horticulture Agent for Columbia County, as she brings her deep knowledge to Hearthstone Botanical Gardens. This workshop is perfect for gardeners, nature lovers, and anyone who’s ever wondered what’s buzzing, crawling, or fluttering around the garden.
What You’ll Explore
• Insect Orders & Terminology — From Hemiptera (true bugs) to Odonata (dragonflies and damselflies) to Blattodea (cockroaches), you’ll learn how insects are grouped and what makes each order unique.
• Anatomy of an Insect — Discover how wings, antennae, eyes, and exoskeletons work together to create some of the most adaptable creatures on Earth.
• The Good They Do — Meet the beneficial insects and pollinators that help gardens thrive, keep ecosystems balanced, and support the food web.
• Environmental Connections — Understand how insects contribute to soil health, plant reproduction, and biodiversity—and why protecting them matters.
Why You’ll Love It
Erin brings science to life with hands‑on examples, real specimens, and fun stories from the field. You’ll leave with a new appreciation for the insects you see every day—and maybe even a few you’ve never noticed before.
A great workshop for families, gardeners, educators, and the insect‑curious of all ages.
Hearthstone Botanical Gardens
3300 134th Pl, Wellborn, FL 32094
Please arrive at least 15 minutes before the workshop begins to check in.
All materials are provided unless otherwise noted in the workshop description.
Full payment is required at the time of registration.
Step into the fascinating world of insects with Erin Harlow, Residential & Commercial Horticulture Agent for Columbia County, as she brings her deep knowledge to Hearthstone Botanical Gardens. This workshop is perfect for gardeners, nature lovers, and anyone who’s ever wondered what’s buzzing, crawling, or fluttering around the garden.
What You’ll Explore
• Insect Orders & Terminology — From Hemiptera (true bugs) to Odonata (dragonflies and damselflies) to Blattodea (cockroaches), you’ll learn how insects are grouped and what makes each order unique.
• Anatomy of an Insect — Discover how wings, antennae, eyes, and exoskeletons work together to create some of the most adaptable creatures on Earth.
• The Good They Do — Meet the beneficial insects and pollinators that help gardens thrive, keep ecosystems balanced, and support the food web.
• Environmental Connections — Understand how insects contribute to soil health, plant reproduction, and biodiversity—and why protecting them matters.
Why You’ll Love It
Erin brings science to life with hands‑on examples, real specimens, and fun stories from the field. You’ll leave with a new appreciation for the insects you see every day—and maybe even a few you’ve never noticed before.
A great workshop for families, gardeners, educators, and the insect‑curious of all ages.
Hearthstone Botanical Gardens
3300 134th Pl, Wellborn, FL 32094
Please arrive at least 15 minutes before the workshop begins to check in.
All materials are provided unless otherwise noted in the workshop description.
Full payment is required at the time of registration.
