FFGC District V - UF Short Course

FFGC District V - UF Short Course, Sponsored by FFGC District V

May 31 to June 2, 2026, 8:45 am to 3:45 pm

UF Straughn Center, 2142 Shealy Dr, Gainesville 32608

The District V - University of Florida Short Course is an annual two-day educational event sponsored by FFGC and District V.  Speakers, many with UF IFAS, give research-based presentations on the topics of environment, gardening, and landscape design. Day 1 is an afternoon registration reception. Day 2 includes 2 tours and afternoon speakers. An optional floral design dinner is offered. Day 3 is a full day of speakers. Registration includes the reception, 2 lunches, 1 continental breakfast & breaks.  Attendees can shop gift baskets and garden-related vendors. Learn, connect and be inspired.

Event Chairman: Paula Waterman; 318-828-3685;  paularhoades@gmail.com

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