Robert & Marie Wieboldt

Cornell Cooperative Extension Rensselaer County

Aging in the Garden: Green Thumbs Never Die

2:30pm Fri
Gardening doesn’t have to slow down with age. Aging in the Garden: Green Thumbs Never Die discusses how seniors can continue gardening safely with less effort while enjoying its many lifelong benefits. Learn how to adapt to physical limitations with accessible garden structures, supportive clothing, ergonomic tools, and senior-friendly plant selections. Practical tips for planting, weeding, watering, and harvesting will help keep gardening both enjoyable and achievable.

Bio

Bob and Marie Wieboldt are Master Gardeners and Golden Shovel Award recipients for Rensselaer County, as well as lifelong gardeners. They have presented numerous seminars throughout the community, sharing their knowledge through local libraries, garden clubs, senior centers, and companies such as Regeneron and GE Health.
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