Workshops and Talks

Fees vary depending on length of class and location

Call to discuss your upcoming event, garden club talk or company wellness break

Workshops

• Aromatherapy – explore the history and uses of herbs while enjoying their uplifting scents! Essential oils can boost your mood and turn your space into a calm and relaxing sanctuary.
• Merry Mugs – In this fun session, participants will learn how to personalize their mugs, showcasing their unique styles. Whether you’re a skilled crafter or a beginner, you’ll leave with a beautifully crafted mug and a joyful memory of connection with others.

PowerPoint Presentations

• Container Gardening – Dive into the wild world of plant matchmaking! Discover which leafy comrades thrive in your sunny sidewalk catwalk versus the shady corners where only the brave dare tread. Get the lowdown on “How To” not kill your plants and pick up some trade secrets that even your plants don’t know!
• All that Flutters – let’s play matchmaker with our garden by picking the best plants to attract our buzzing friends and feathery companions! Go for a mix of show-off flowers that bloom at different times, so the party never stops. And remember, a garden is like a stage – choose colorful plants that make it lively year-round, ensuring it’s a habitat where everyone wants to hang out (especially the critters)!
• Unearthing your Perennials – Think of them as the party animals of your garden! Get the scoop on which to divide, plant, and multiply your green buddies to keep the blooms popping year after year. Plus, discover the must-have tools to whip your landscape into shape and keep it from looking like a jungle party gone wrong!
• Simplifying the Landscape: “Less is the New More” – Embrace the art of downsizing your garden. Fewer plants mean less hassle! Create a serene backyard perfect for sipping lemonade while keeping pesky weeds at bay. Enjoy a peaceful outdoor space that allows you to relax without the drama of unruly plants!
• Creating the Four-Season Garden–By learning Design Basics and picking the right Herbaceous Perennials, you’ll discover the secret to a beautiful yard all year long! Picture a garden party that never ends, with flowers bursting forth like they’ve hit the jackpot. You’ll enjoy color and interest every season—your neighbors might just resort to inflatable flamingos out of envy!**
• Evergreen Perennials – the show-offs of the garden, flaunting their beautiful foliage all year! Forget plain green; these plants add vibrant colors and cool textures. Don’t forget to bring in their companion plants to spice things up and keep your perennials looking fabulous, turning your garden into a enchanting space!
• Digging in Beyond Natives – Choosing plants is like dating—focus on compatibility! Before selecting natives, think about their growing conditions and how they’ll fit in your garden. Not all natives belong in home landscapes. Consider blooming seasons, growth habits, and color combinations, plus your local wildlife will thank you for your careful choices!
• Growing Up with Vines -Vines are like nature’s decorators, turning dull walls into green masterpieces. With so many shapes and colors, they add fun to any garden. These plants love to climb, wrap around fences, and make trellises their playground. Just watch out—they might take over your containers like it’s their new home!

Pick your own topic, or let Beth’s cornucopia of topics sweep you off your gardening feet! Dive into fun workshops and chats on landscape design, nature gardening, containers, aromatherapy , and our secret recipe for plant selections that win awards! Each session is packed with practical tips, after all, She is here to help you not accidentally turn your garden into a jungle! Whether you’re just starting out or trying to level up your plant-parenting game so you can show off to your friends, Beth’s workshops are here to inspire, amuse, and help you grow—hopefully not just weeds!