Discover the future of ecological planting with the legendary Dr. Noel Kingsbury. As one of the world’s premier practitioners and promoters of ecological planting design, he will focus on bracing topics raised in his latest book, “Wild: The Naturalistic Garden” (Phaidon). As human-led development decreases the availability of healthy, functional spaces for plants and animals,... Read More
Miller Library Program Room, Center for Urban Horticulture
3501 NE 41st St, Seattle, WA
Who says botanical Latin (also known as scientific nomenclature) has to be head-scratchingly hard? We’re all Homo sapiens (“intelligent humans”), so it’s not too much of a leap for us to figure out that Rhododendron macrophyllum (literally “red-tree large-leaf”) is the Pacific rhododendron, the state flower of Washington. This class will cover the basics (who,... Read More
Local rose authority and author Nita-Jo Rountree will reveal her go-to varieties and essential best care practices for thriving roses in the Pacific Northwest. She will celebrate the versatility of roses—how they can grace mixed beds, containers, cottage-style gardens and formal designs with equal charm. All aspects of rose care in our region will be... Read More
Edmonds College Horticulture Greenhouse
19810 68th Ave W., Lynnwood, WA, United States
Join propagation experts, Diane O'Neill and NHS Board Member Michelle Rau, in the Edmonds College Horticulture Greenhouse, for this hands-on workshop that will set you up for success with growing plants from seed. Learn about key factors in selecting seeds, starting them and growing them on. You will leave understanding stratification, scarification and storage, what to germinate with heat... Read More
Dan Benarcik will provide a lively, motivational deep dive into the endless versatility and functionality of containers — whether they accent a large property, are the focus of an apartment balcony or something in between. He will review the breadth of container gardening styles and share some of his favorite and most consistently successful plants... Read More
Unlock the full potential of your smartphone camera with this exclusive workshop on smartphone photography. You’ll learn how to optimize your smartphone camera settings, understand key compensation techniques, explore image editing software with free and paid apps, and best practices for organizing your images. This is designed for photography enthusiasts looking to elevate their mobile... Read More
Bastyr University
14500 Juanita Dr NE, Kenmore, WA
In an era of unpredictable weather patterns, rising temperatures, and shifting ecosystems, gardeners and designers are at the forefront of building landscapes that can endure and thrive. We can create beautiful, biodiverse spaces by working with natural systems—selecting climate-ready plants, designing with water in mind, and learning from fire-adapted landscapes. Join us to explore practical, inspiring... Read More
Noelle invites us to re-examine our relationship with water -- as a resident of the Phoenix area, which averages 8 inches of annual precipitation, she is a well-qualified subject matter expert. Drawing from her recently published book, “The Water-Smart Garden,” she will talk through ways to decrease reliance on supplemental water in the garden, including... Read More
What plants give you the most bang for your buck? Bess and Richie know, and they will share their successes and opinions (of course!) on what we should be growing in our gardens right now. Spring is a great time to shop for plants, and a good time to consider new ones which can add... Read More
Color is one of nature's most sophisticated tools to capture the attention of all living creatures. In this hands-on workshop at the exquisite Dunn Gardens, Lorene will talk about color, its role in a pleasing landscape, and how her daily painting practice has introduced an expansiveness to the way she views the world. Using watercolors... Read More
Elisabeth C. Miller Botanical Garden (Address will be made available to registrants two days prior to event.)
Seattle, WA
The esteemed Elisabeth C. Miller Botanical Garden has masterfully integrated spring ephemerals throughout its landscape, rewarding visitors with a spellbinding array of color, foliage and texture. Executive Director Richie Steffen... Read More
Plantsman and landscape designer Charlie Harpur is head gardener at the Knepp Castle Estate in the UK, the site of a pioneering 3500-acre rewilding project initiated in the early 2000s.... Read More
