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Workshops & Lectures

With over 30 years of horticultural expertise, KC shares her passion for gardening through engaging presentations and interactive workshops. Whether you're a garden club, community organization, or educational institution, bring expert knowledge and inspiration to your audience.

Upcoming Workshops

Join K.C. at one of these upcoming workshops — small group sessions with real world advice

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AUG
29

Fall Front Yard Refresh

Saturday, August 29 — 10:00 AM

It's not too late to improve your landscape! Fall is the ideal time to plant, divide, transplant, and rejuvenate your garden. Learn how to correct overgrown beds, struggling plants, disease, storm or animal damage, and poor plant placement. KC will review submitted photos and share practical, budget-friendly ideas you can apply this season.

Photo Submission:

Email 1–2 JPEGs (subject: CLASS PIC) to gardenwithkc@gmail.com before class.

Rain Date:

Following Monday at 7:00 PM via Zoom

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SEP
19

Steps to Easier Gardening Next Year

Saturday, September 19 — 10:00 AM

Fall is the best time to prepare your garden for a healthier, lower-maintenance spring. Learn which chores really matter—including pruning, dividing, transplanting, deadheading, and strategic weeding.

KC will share five practical strategies to reduce maintenance, save water, minimize chemical use, and keep your landscape thriving. You'll also learn what to cut back, what to leave for winter interest and wildlife, and how to give your plants the best start next season.

Work smarter this fall—enjoy a better garden next spring.

2-hour outdoor session, or a 2-hour Zoom

Rain Date:

Following Monday at 7:00 PM via Zoom

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Interested in hosting K.C. at your event?

Contact us to discuss availability and topics for your organization or group.

Book K.C. for Your Event
PUBLIC SPEAKING

Lectures

Bring expert garden inspiration to your next event

Available for garden clubs, community groups, libraries, educational institutions, and special events. K.C. delivers engaging talks with practical takeaways that leave audiences ready to grow.

Speaking Topics Include:

  • Four Season Garden
  • Spring Into Action - 5 Steps to Maintenance-Free Gardens
  • Porch Pizzazz - Container Gardening
  • Shade Gardening - Not Just Hostas
  • Ponds Pure & Simple
  • Bird Gardening & Habitats
  • DEERscaping - Planting beautiful gardens the deer won't eat
  • The Healthy Gardener - Tools & Techniques for Longevity
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30+
Years Teaching