Garden Speaking and Slide Presentations

Josh has spoken to numerous garden groups about both Hostas and water gardens. Josh's slide presentations are done in PowerPoint and ideally a laptop computer and multimedia projector can be provided by the host. Arrangements can usually be made if this is not possible. If your group is interested in learning about these topics, feel free to contact us. Fees are negotiable and we would be happy to discuss other topic ideas!

The Big World of Little Hostas - Miniature and small hostas are extremely popular right now. Not only are they cute, but they are very practical for small gardens. We will explore the big world of little hostas, learn how to care for them properly, and discuss the many different miniature and small hostas available. We'll also see many inspiring and fun ideas to display and arrange little hostas in the garden. (Length: 1 hour)

Heavenly Hostas - Hostas are no longer just boring green or green and white plants with ugly purple flowers. We'll start by discussing the basics of growing Hostas and keeping them healthy. Then we will explore the endless variety of different Hostas - both old and new, for the casual gardener and the serious Hosta collector. Finally, we'll see what's on the horizon for Hostas and get some ideas for using Hostas to create beautiful gardens. (Length: 1 hour or more)

Maintaining a Balanced Water Garden - The easiest pond to care for is one that has reached that "magical" natural balance. Many water gardeners struggle to reach that point where water, plants, and fish co-exist in a healthy ecosystem where excessive algae growth is minimized. Minimizing maintenance and maximizing your enjoyment are a given once you understand the three factors involved in undesirable algae growth. (Length: 30-45 minutes)