Garden Symposium
Grow Your Knowledge:
A Must-Attend Event for Garden Lovers!
Friday, June 5
Piedmont Technical College, Self Conference Center
9:30 AM- 2:00 PM
Seating is Limited.
Calling all garden lovers, history buffs, and lifelong learners! This year’s SC Festival of Flowers Garden Symposium is blooming with fresh inspiration, fascinating historical insights, and an exciting new format that lets you customize your experience.
Begin your day with refreshments and networking, then dive into a captivating presentation and choose the concurrent session that fits your style:
9:30 AM Welcome & Registration
11:00 AM Keynote
Dr Brandon Huber: Confessions of a Plant Collector
11:00 AM Sessions
Session A – Orchids & Their Companions with Bridget Uzar
Discover how to successfully grow orchids and pair them with complementary plants to create stunning, thriving displays.
Session B – Invasives: Garden with the Bigger Picture with Nicole Goodman
Learn how to identify and manage invasive plants while making more sustainable, ecosystem-friendly gardening choices.
Noon - Lunch
12:30 PM Sessions
Session C – Creation Trees: Behind the Scenes with Mike Royal
Go behind the scenes with Creation Trees to explore the design, care, and creativity behind custom tree installations.
Session D – Rethinking the Lawn: Practical Alternatives for Modern Landscapes with Samantha Brown
Explore low-maintenance, eco-friendly alternatives to traditional lawns that add beauty and function to your landscape.
1:30 PM Workshops
Workshop 1 – Leaf & Stem Propagation with Jackie Jordan
Get hands-on experience learning simple techniques to grow new plants from cuttings you can take home and try yourself.
Workshop 2 – Plant Problem Boot Camp with Drew Jeffers
Diagnose common plant issues and learn practical solutions to keep your garden healthy and thriving.
Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just getting started, you’ll leave with practical tips, fresh inspiration, and the confidence to grow something beautiful.
