Pedal & Plant: Pocket Prairie Planting
Schedule
Wed May 13 2026 at 06:00 pm to 07:30 pm
UTC-05:00Location
Iowa City Bike Library | Iowa City, IA
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Ever wished you could have wildflower beauty without a yard that looks feral?This class installs pocket prairie plants in in-ground beds at the Bike Library using shorter, well-behaved native varieties that play nicely in town.
Expect 30 minutes learn, 30 minutes plant seedlings together, and 30 minutes social time to meet fellow riders and re-imagine what a community space can feel like.
What you’ll learn:
* Easy site preparation techniques without backbreaking labor
* Top native prairie plants that are in-town friendly
* How to place plants for beauty now and ease later
* Planting steps that improve survival rates
* Simple watering and mulching habits that prevent high-maintenance regret
Taught by EarthMind instructors—and authors of Low-Maintenance Eco Gardens—with discounted books available after class.
Thank you, New Pioneer, for providing yummy snacks for you to enjoy.
You may also enjoy the Pocket Prairie Planting class happening at the Bike Library on May 13.
THINGS TO BRING
* Standard attire and sun protection for hands-on outdoor learning: closed-toe shoes, hat, jeans, sunscreen
* Garden/leather gloves
* A notebook and a pen/pencil for writing and drawing (optional)
REGISTRATION
Sliding scale fee: $5 - $25, based upon your access to resources.
QUESTIONS
Call 319-325-6810 to reach the educator.
EDUCATOR
Fred Meyer offers years of experience as a certified permaculture designer, master gardener, and wilderness guide with extensive experience across hundreds of landscapes, including urban residences, educational institutions, mental health care centers, spiritual organizations, farmsteads, and businesses.
LOCATION
Iowa City Bike Library: 1222 S Gilbert Ct, Iowa City
SPONSORS AND PARTNERS
This class was developed in collaboration with many community partners. It would not be possible without these sponsors and supporters. Please frequent these generous organizations to thank them for donations of time, materials and funds.
* Iowa City Bike Library
* Lucy's Soil
* Master Gardeners of Johnson County
* New Pioneer Food Co-op
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Where is it happening?
Iowa City Bike Library, 1222 S Gilbert Ct, Iowa City, IA 52240-4529, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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