Events

 

I love to share my passion for gardening with others and offer presentations to garden clubs, nurseries, horticultural societies, trade organizations, and garden shows across the country. I also host a limited number of workshops and events in my own garden during the year as my travel schedule allows.

How to Book a Seminar or Workshop

Please feel free to contact me if you are interested in a presentation, live or via Zoom for your garden club or association.

Concerned at how successful a virtual talk might be? Here's a recent testimonial received in a lovely thank you note:

"Thank you for a top notch presentation….The lecture was engaging, enlightening, and so very enjoyable….Your warm personality and the way you asked questions of the audience and encouraged their participation elevated the experience to so much more than I ever expected we could achieve…." Jess Hart, Director of Education, Meijer Gardens

You are welcome to download my latest speakers one sheet with suggestions for topics. I have two versions of this: select the one that is right for your organization or  email me to discuss options if you're not sure.

Please note that in accordance with new requirements, from October 1st 2025 all live presentations in Washington State will have local sales tax being added to my speakers fee. 

Unique, inspirational KEYNOTE ADDRESSES are also available and can be tailored to any audience.

 

 

2025 EVENTS

Garden Design Webinar

September 18th (2.30-3.45pm Pacific time)

Foliage & Focal Points

Virtual presentation and fun with my friends at Garden Design

Adventures in New Zealand: Gardens, Wildlife & Natural Beauty (Tour)

October 30th-November 17th

Full itinerary and registration

 

Cascade Gardener Webinar Series

December 9th (7pm-8pm Pacific time)

Reducing Maintenance (and back ache) in the Garden

Virtual presentation. Tickets 

 

2026 Events

Arlington Garden Club, WA

January 12th (12.45-1.45pm)

Small Garden : Big Impact

PowerPoint and book signing

 

Cascade Gardener Webinar Series

January 20th (7pm-8pm Pacific time)

Global Design for Modest Spaces

Virtual presentation. Tickets 

Cascade Gardener Webinar Series

January 27th (7-8pm Pacific Time)

International Ideas for YOUR Garden

Virtual presentation. Tickets

 

Woodinville Garden Club, WA 

February 4th (6.30pm-7.15pm)

Creative Alternatives to the Classic Lawn

Powerpoint and book signing

 

Northwest Flower & Garden Festival, WA

February 21st (1.15pm-2.15pm)

Creative Alternatives to the Classic Lawn

PowerPoint & book signing

 

My Garden Nursery, WA (pending confirmation)

March 28th (11am-noon)

Deer-Resistant Design

PowerPoint and book signing

 

Adventures in Yorkshire & The Lake District (Tour)

June 1-13th

Itinerary and Registration

 

Port Ludlow Garden Club, WA

September 9th (11am-noon)

Celebrating Fall

PowerPoint and book signing

 

Perennials Conference, Swarthmore College, PA

Friday October 16th (9:15am – 10:15am Eastern)

KEYNOTE: Title TBD

Powerpoint