Linda Andriacchi has been gardening for 55+ years;  She fulfilled a long time dream when she opened a Certified Proven Winners Independent Garden Center -- The Plant Connection -- in Ishpeming in 2020.  Linda is the chairperson of the Ishpeming Beautification Committee creating hanging baskets with Proven Winners plants placing them throughout the streets of the City of Ishpeming creating a welcoming appearance in the City. 

Linda is a former member of the Michigan Master Gardener Association board of directors, a Master Gardener for 26 years and was influential in establishing the Upper Peninsula Master Gardeners Association.  She and her husband Dom live in Ishpeming where they opened their law practice in 1984, they have four children, six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Their son joined the practice in 2012 and they continue working with him.

Linda will speak to us about the exciting new plants that Proven Winners is introducing in 2026.  Join us to learn more colorful ways to brighten your garden and landscape.