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Blueberries in Your Backyard


Courses Adult / Home & Garden -
Winter 2026

Discover why blueberries are a low-maintenance wonder! These long-lived shrubs are surprisingly carefree and generally free of disease and insect problems. This class will show you how to get started, covering everything from proper soil preparation to selecting hardy cultivars that thrive in our climate. You'll also learn how to buy plants and protect them from birds, rabbits, and winter temperatures so you can enjoy growing your very own delicious blueberries. Join us for this virtual class. 

Paul Richtman

Paul has a passion for gardening, has been growing fruits and vegetables since his youth and has been teaching Community Ed classes since 2004. He is a certified University of Minnesota Tree Care Advisor and Extension Master Gardener, specializing in growing fruits, vegetables, trees & shrubs. He enjoys teaching others what he has learned through the UMN research and best practices.

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  Paul Richtman


Stillwater Community Ed : Online Webinar/Course
Tuesday, Mar 24
8:30 AM - 8:00 PM

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Min Age   18 yr.

$ 29.00
per person