About this Event
Join us for an Intentional Garden planning workshop on 10/7/26
Create a Garden That Works Beautifully—Season After Season
Join us for an inspiring, hands-on workshop designed to help you thoughtfully plan garden and landscape spaces that are beautiful, functional, and sustainable in the New England climate.
Rather than choosing plants one at a time, we’ll explore how to design with the whole garden in mind—from ornamental trees and shrubs to perennials and everything in between. You’ll learn how to create a landscape with staggered bloom times, varied textures, seasonal interest, and the right plants for the light conditions in your space.
We’ll cover:
- 🌿 Selecting ornamental trees, shrubs, and perennials suited to New England gardens
- 🌸 Creating continuous color and interest throughout the growing season
- ☀️ Understanding sun, shade, and how light conditions affect plant selection
- 🌱 Combining plants for height, texture, structure, and visual balance
- 🍂 Planning for four-season interest—not just summer blooms
- ✂️ Understanding ongoing pruning, dividing, cutting back, and general maintenance
- 💧 Considering mature plant size, spacing, and long-term growth
- 🏡 Avoiding common planning mistakes that can lead to overcrowded or high-maintenance gardens
Whether you’re starting with a blank space, refreshing an existing garden, or simply want to become more intentional about the plants you choose, this workshop will give you the knowledge and inspiration to create a landscape that evolves beautifully throughout the seasons.
Come with your ideas, questions, and garden dreams—and leave with a better understanding of how to turn them into a thoughtful, thriving landscape.
Space is limited. Reserve your spot and start planning your garden with intention.
Event venue & nearby stays
Apollo Sunrise Center, 26 Parker Street, Newburyport, United States
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