Japanese gardens are famous for scenes of tranquil beauty that evoke deep contemplation – however, the plant palette used to create these gardens is shockingly simple compared to the horticultural extravagance of the Western tradition. Classically trained Japanese garden creator Mark Bourne will illustrate how Japanese gardeners create engaging scenes with simple materials, describing a... Read More

Lisa Graff’s two-acre English-style garden at Lux Perennials Nursery in Portland showcases vibrant, long-blooming perennials that provide color from early spring through late fall. In this energizing talk, she'll discuss a curated selection of perennials known for their spectacular, season-long blooms and share how to combine and care for them to create a stunning, nonstop... Read More

Join horticulturist and floral designer Riz Reyes for an evening of fun and easy creative projects and gifts for plant and flower lovers -- just in time for the holiday season! He will demonstrate ways to elevate classic favorites like paperwhites, amaryllis and poinsettias, and share helpful tips, such as how to forage unexpected, novel... Read More