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Appalachian woodland edibles and medicinals virtual program is scheduled for July 20

Join the UT Arboretum Society for a journey through the vast and varied Appalachian Mountain range as our presenter, Melody Rose, guides us on a close-up review of our native woodland species.

Gain a deeper appreciation of how our current knowledge of plants has evolved through generations of multiple cultural influences. Participants will also explore the lore of our region as they listen to the plants tell their stories in this Zoom presentation at 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 20.

Registration for this free online event is required to receive your Zoom link. To register go to: utarboretumsociety.org and click on the event. The program will be recorded. Contact Michelle Campanis regarding any questions or registration issues: mcampani@tennessee.edu

Leading this program is Melody Rose, extension agent in Greene County, Tennessee, in addition to serving on the University of Tennessee Extension’s Statewide Consumer Horticulture Team.

Though the UT Arboretum Society’s educational programs are not on-site activities, the UT Arboretum Society is pleased to bring the public some great online options.

The Forest Resources AgResearch and Education Center which celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2014, is one of ten outdoor laboratories located throughout the state as part of the UT AgResearch system. AgResearch is a division of the UT Institute of Agriculture. The Institute of Agriculture also provides instruction, research and public service through the UT Herbert College of Agriculture, the UT College of Veterinary Medicine, UT AgResearch and UT Extension offices, with locations in every county in the state.

To learn more about the Arboretum Society or for questions on this program, go to www.utarboretumsociety.org