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Lorraine Ballato

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Ronnie Brancazio
Hydrangea Expert by Ronnie Brancazio, 8 October 2020 Lorraine Ballato recently presented a webinar to the Long Island Horticultural Society on the topic "Success With Hydrangeas".
She provided an excellent four-page handout that included all the essential information that she planned to cover. Her well-organized presentation followed her outline, but was enriched with detailed information, lively anecdotes, and many beautiful photos. It never felt like a lecture, but more like an expert who is passionate about her subject and anxious to share her knowledge and enthusiasm with her audience. Her expertise really showed during the Q&A, where she had a clear, well-informed answer for every question! A truly outstanding speaker!
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by Ronnie Brancazio, 28 March 2023
Donna DeSimone
Completely Informative ! by Donna DeSimone, 18 September 2020 Lorraine Ballato has amassed a tremendous knowledge In all aspects of growing “Successful Hydrangeas “ Her virtual program for Kensington Garden Club was given with great
enthusiasm while she shared her experiences and total passion for her love of growing these most beautiful flowers. This program with her expertise was most uplifting for all, I have received many compliments on how much our members and guests enjoyed this delightful program !!
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by Donna DeSimone, 28 March 2023
Susan McQuarrie
Excellent by Susan McQuarrie, 17 September 2020 My library offered a WebEx on Hydrangeas (plants that surround my home and that I've been struggling with). The amount of information that Lorraine provided was amazing. Highly recommend her.
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by Susan McQuarrie, 28 March 2023
David Chinery
Outstanding speaker! by David Chinery, 20 March 2020 Lorraine was the keynote speaker at our annual Spring Garden Day, and had 250 people in her audience. She did a great job with the topic of gardening smarter, providing lots of practical advice. Her audience evaluations were among the best we've seen in the 22 years of this program.
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by David Chinery, 28 March 2023
Susan Slagle
All Things Hydrangeas by Susan Slagle, 19 March 2020 What a wonderful speaker. Lorraine spoke to the Easton Ct Garden club on foolproof hydrangeas. Her talk was well organized and beautifully illustrated with pictures of stunning hydrangea bushes. She provided a wealth of information and was able to answer all our questions. Best of all her talk was entertaining and enjoyed by all.
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by Susan Slagle, 28 March 2023
Ellie Susmeyer
Foolproof Hydrangeas by Ellie Susmeyer, 12 March 2020 A most wonderful presentation, containing all the answers to our questions! A fun talk with the pertinent information we are all seeking! Lorraine covered the species well as well as the pitfalls. The q&a was wonderful as well!
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by Ellie Susmeyer, 28 March 2023
Peter mcgowan
Awesome by Peter mcgowan, 7 March 2020 Lorraine was very efficient, up-beat and so informative. The talk really moved along, never a dull moment. Super job
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by Peter mcgowan, 28 March 2023
Carolyn Bantz
Hydrangeas-all you need to know by Carolyn Bantz, 29 February 2020 Great talk at the Connecticut Flower Show. Quick paced and jam packed with the latest and most practical practices, easy to follow with the handout.
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by Carolyn Bantz, 28 March 2023
Debbie
Lorraine is great! by Debbie, 21 February 2020 I caught Lorraine at the CT Flower Show. She packed a LOT of info into a short time. Could've gone on for hours, with me listening to every word. She's knowledgeable, concise, and very easy to understand. She's wonderful!
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by Debbie, 28 March 2023
Joanie D
Best Lecture Ever! by Joanie D, 14 November 2019 Lorraine is an absolute pro. Well prepared. Great with technology (no power point glitches) thorough handout. Invitations to learn more on her free blog. Quick paced! Now I’m a hydrangea lover for life. Thx Lorraine!
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by Joanie D, 28 March 2023
Catherine Riordan
Hydrangea Pruning by Catherine Riordan, 8 May 2019 Excellent speaker: clear, direct, and helpful. Handout is a concise marvel.
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by Catherine Riordan, 28 March 2023
Jennifer Dossin
Hydrangeas demystified by Jennifer Dossin, 29 April 2019 Lorraine clearly knows and loves hydrangeas--and has a gifted teacher's ability to communicate so much about varieties, their care, and cultural requirements. Her book, "Success with Hydrangeas", is an excellent companion that keeps me mindful of all I learned at her workshop.
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by Jennifer Dossin, 28 March 2023
Tony Spinelli
Foolproof Hydrangeas by Tony Spinelli, 24 April 2019 Lorraine Ballato was an excellent speaker and provided a wealth of information on foolproof hydrangeas and their care through a beautiful presentation of their many varieties.
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by Tony Spinelli, 28 March 2023
Jill Krech
Hydrangea and shubs by Jill Krech, 22 February 2019 Very, very informative speaker Spoke knowledgeably and with humor. There was never a question she was learned in all things Hydrangea. Great Speaker. Loved:PacificNorthwestFlowerGardenFestival.
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by Jill Krech, 28 March 2023
Lynda Petrillo
Everything Hydrangea by Lynda Petrillo, 18 July 2018 Lorraine is a fabulous speaker. Her material is organized and informative. She keeps the audience interested and engaged. She is the premier authority on hydrangeas.
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by Lynda Petrillo, 28 March 2023
Penelope Jones
Queen of Roses! by Penelope Jones, 3 April 2017 Lorraine just spoke to our club today. Her talk "Not your Grandmothers Roses" was very well attended by the group and very much enjoyed. We will hopefully have her back again soon.
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by Penelope Jones, 28 March 2023
Irene Skrybailo
Wealth of information! by Irene Skrybailo, 22 October 2016 Lorraine is AMAZING every time I hear her speak I learn something new. Fantastic, engaging speaker..!
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by Irene Skrybailo, 28 March 2023
Toni Simonetti
Entertaining and useful info by Toni Simonetti, 20 October 2016 Lorraine's talk on Roses was a highlight among this year's Advanced Master Gardener classes. She was thoughtful, organized, knowledgeable and entertaining.
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by Toni Simonetti, 28 March 2023
Jane Plaisted
Hydrangea class by Jane Plaisted, 30 June 2016 Excellent presentation. Informative interesting and not overly academic
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by Jane Plaisted, 28 March 2023
Bob Von Kohorn
Self watering containers review by Bob Von Kohorn, 30 March 2016 Excellent speaker, clearly explained benefits & mechanics of self watering containers, a brilliant method for gardening.
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by Bob Von Kohorn, 28 March 2023
Debbie CHS
Hydrangeas by Debbie CHS, 20 February 2016 Fantastic talk on Hydrangeas!
Lorraine's talk took away the mystery and gave us the tools to successfully grow every kind of Hydrangea in a most enjoyable presentation. Thank you, Lorraine 🙂
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by Debbie CHS, 28 March 2023
Sharon Morrissey
Hydrangeas by Sharon Morrissey, 23 September 2014 Fantastic talk on Hydrangeas!
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by Sharon Morrissey, 28 March 2023
Jennifer Dossin
Hydrangeas demystified by Jennifer Dossin, 18 September 2014 Lorraine clearly knows and loves hydrangeas--and has a gifted teacher's ability to communicate so much about varieties, their care, and cultural requirements. Her book, "Success with Hydrangeas", is an excellent companion that keeps me mindful of all I learned at her workshop.
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by Jennifer Dossin, 28 March 2023
Mary Riege
Very knowledgeable speaker by Mary Riege, 17 April 2013 Lorraine Ballato spoke at our garden club last month on the topic of "Foolproof Hydrangeas". She was extremely thorough, brought many handouts, and answered many questions. What was particularly helpful was the guides she handed out to go along with her slide presentation, so that we could make notes as she went along. I highly recommend her.
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by Mary Riege, 28 March 2023
Ed Maguire
Superb by Ed Maguire, 15 April 2013 Excellent knowledge of Roses. Probably the best speaker I have seen for years. Well organized.
Handouts were very useful. Answered audience questions flawlessly. Needs to be on TV or radio.
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by Ed Maguire, 28 March 2023

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