Workshops
I offer a variety of talks and workshops on sustainable gardening.
See my full list of talks and workshops here.
Please contact me to inquire about private workshops or speaking engagements.
Permaculture
Introduction to
May 2nd, 2026 @ HCP
9am - 12:30pm, In Person
Discover how permaculture can enhance edible and ecological abundance in your landscapes. With expert guidance, engaging activities, and a garden tour, you'll gain the knowledge to start integrating permaculture into your garden.
Naturescaping
May 3rd, 2026 @ Zoom
6pm - 8pm, Online
Learn how to grow a low-maintenance, eco-friendly garden that supports beneficial wildlife, prioritizes native plants and looks beautiful. Start seeing your garden as an ecosystem and grow with nature in this practical introduction to Naturescaping!
Sustainable Gardening
May 17th, 2026
@ Green Thumb Garden Center
10:30am - 11:30am, In Person
Learn to how permaculture can help you grow beautiful, low-maintenance and ecologically abundant ornamental gardens. Explore how to attract beneficial wildlife, choose resilient plants, conserve water and more in this enriching 1hr talk.
Wildfire Resilient Gardening
June 6th, 2026 @ Dinter's Nursery
10am - 12pm, In Person
Learn how to reduce wildfire risk around your home without sacrificing beauty. You will learn how to identify vulnerabilities in your yard, and choose plants, mulches, and implement design strategies that increase fire resilience.
Wildfire Resilient Gardening
June 14th, 2026 @ Sooke Fire Dept.
12pm - 3pm, In Person
Learn how to reduce wildfire risk around your home without sacrificing beauty. You will learn how to identify vulnerabilities in your yard, and choose plants, mulches, and implement design strategies that increase fire resilience.
Wildfire Resilient Gardening
June 28th, 2026 @ North Saanich Fire Dept.
1pm - 4pm, In Person
Learn how to reduce wildfire risk around your home without sacrificing beauty. You will learn how to identify vulnerabilities in your yard, and choose plants, mulches, and implement design strategies that increase fire resilience.
Wildfire Resilient Gardening
July 12th, 2026
@ Green Thumb Garden Center
11am - 12pm, In Person
Learn how to reduce wildfire risk around your home without sacrificing beauty. You will learn how to choose plants, mulches, and implement design strategies that increase fire resilience in this informative 1hr talk.