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A Chemical Reaction Documentary to be given to all Symposium attendees
Due to circumstances beyond my control, I was unable to show the internationally applauded A Chemical Reaction documentary at the 9th Great Gardens and Landscaping Symposium. This was a huge disappointment to many. Thankfully, I can make up for this at this symposium’s decade celebration. One of the gifts that each attendee will receive is this eye-opening documentary…
Read More2013 Great Gardens and Landscaping Symposium Filling
Excitement is building for this decade celebration taking place April 12 – 14 at the world-class Equinox Resort (www.equinoxresort.com) in southern Vermont. As of today there are almost 80 people registered from around the Northeast; close to 1/3 of the 250 maximum. There are day-only rates as well as overnight symposium packages that include deluxe…
Read MoreBus Trip to the Boston Flower Show
BUS TRIP TO THE BOSTON FLOWER SHOW, THURSDAY, MARCH 14 Rollin’, rollin’, rollin’. Make plans now to join me and other garden enthusiasts for a bus trip to the Boston Flower & Garden Show on Thursday, March 14. This year’s show theme is Seeds of Change, featuring tips and inspirations for trying new plants, designs and techniques…
Read MoreFebruary 2 gardening Class on Shade Gardening and Sustainable Flower Gardens
FEBRUARY 2 GARDENING CLASSES ON SHADE GARDENING AND GROWING SUSTAINABLE, THRIVING FLOWER GARDENS I will be teaching two new gardening classes at Faddegon’s Nursery in Latham, NY on Saturday, February 2. The first is a revised and expanded Shade Gardening Class- Seeing Your Way Out of the Dark. This enlightening PowerPoint features design tips as well as…
Read MoreNew Class – Simplifying Gardens to fit our Lifestyles on March 9
As some of you know, I am looking forward to writing my next top ten lists gardening book. On Saturday, March 9, I will be teaching a new class at The Factory Eatery & Spirits Restaurant (www.factoryeatery.com) in Ballston Spa from 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 A.M. The class is a preview of the book’s theme: Simplifying Gardens…
Read MoreGarden Lecture PowerPoints on sale!!
This past year I started putting my PowerPoint presentations on CDs so that folks could purchase and take it with them after a lecture. That way they could click through the slides, which coordinate with the provided handout, and have the luxury of moving at their own pace and making more detailed notes in reference…
Read MoreSuper Holiday Sale on Top Ten Lists Gardening Books
As many of you know, I am a huge fan of saving time and money in the garden. So why not with holiday shopping? For the month of December I’m offering special sales on my two softcover books: The Ultimate Flower Gardener’s Top Ten Lists and Top Ten Lists for Beautiful Shade Gardens – Seeing…
Read MoreFundraiser for Double H ranch
The Double H Ranch, co-founded by Charles R. Wood and Paul Newman, provides specialized programs and year-round support for children and their families dealing with life-threatening illnesses. On Tuesday, September 11, they are sponsoring a bus trip to the New York Botanical Garden. The trip titled, Moments with Monet, includes lunch, a lecture by Dr.…
Read MoreKerry’s Garden Design Tips and Musings
Okay, I was wrong. I really thought that I could continue to write Perennially Yours newsletters the same as before starting a full time job outside the home. Nope. Not possible (and that is coming from a Type A overachiever. Surprised?) The solution? I’m switching to bi-monthly newsletters during slower months plus these will include…
Read MoreKerry’s Fall Lecture Schedule
I’m hitting the road again this fall with an exciting speaking itinerary. I hope many of you will be able to join me at one or more of these lectures. Please contact the person listed for more information. Wednesday, September 12. Lexington, MA. Lexington Field and Garden Club. 10:30 a.m. Design Tips for Knockout Perennial…
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