House Plants

Horticulturist Sharon Yiesla will explain what it takes to make our house plants happy--both old favorites and some new varieties. House plants are popular again, and everyone seems to have at least one. Horticulturist Sharon Yiesla will explain what plants need for life indoors and how to care for the ones you have. In addition, she will talk about a few potential pests that might spoil the fun. We'll look at some traditional house plants as well as a few new ones that have become popular in the last few years. Please join us for a fun evening! Our November 9, 2026 General Meeting will follow the presentation. PLEASE NOTE: This meeting will be held LIVE only at Indian Prairie Public Library. Schedule for the evening: 6:30 Social Time - Enjoy visiting with our friendly members. 7:00 Program – Sharon Yiesla presents “House Plants." 8:00 Darien Garden Club's General Meeting - Find out all about DGC and the activities available to our members. All are welcome, Darien Residency is NOT required. More about DGC at our website here. Learn a bit more about our November speaker Sharon Yiesla: Sharon Yiesla has been a horticulturist since 1983. Sharon runs her own business, "Sharon Yiesla, Horticultural Services," through which she delivers gardening presentations. She earned a BS in horticulture through Purdue University and an MS in horticulture from University of Illinois. Her past accomplishments include teaching at Illinois State University, working as a Horticultural Specialist for University Extension in Missouri, working as a Horticultural Educator with University of Illinois Extension in Lake County, and teaching classes at the Chicago Botanic Garden.