Sowing Fragrance: Exploring The Fragrant & Medicinal Garden

Join us at Mrs. Dalloway's Bookstore on Thursday, June 27th at 7:00 PM when Bay Area Ten Speed Press authors Stefani Bittner ( The Fragrant Flower Garden, The Beautiful Edible Garden and Harvest) and Penny Barthel( The Cannabis Gardener ) come to the store to discuss Bay Area Gardening.

to order a copy of The Fragrant Flower Garden

to order a copy of The Cannabis Gardener

These Bay Area authors are renowned for their expertise in cultivating fragrant, edible, medicinal, and water-wise plants. Their talk will delve into the world of botanical wonders as they unveil the secrets behind their lush, fragrant and sustainable gardens. Stefani & Penny will delve into the art and science of cultivating plants that not only thrive in our unique Bay Area climate, but also boast powerful fragrance and medicinal properties with high harvest yields that give back to the gardener.

The cannabis plant is a subject of both fascination and controversy. Through their wealth of experience, these authors will shed light on the multifaceted nature of home cannabis cultivation, exploring its therapeutic potential through salves and edibles.

Drawing from their latest works, The Fragrant Flower Garden and The Cannabis Garden, attendees can expect to discover a wealth of practical advice, from selecting the right varieties to implementing sustainable gardening techniques. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or a curious novice, this book talk promises to inspire and inform, offering a glimpse into the rich tapestry of botanical delights.

STEFANI BITTNER is the owner of Homestead Design Collective, a San Francisco Bay Area landscape design firm, and co-author of The Beautiful Edible Garden and Harvest. She has been featured in Sunset, the Los Angeles Times, Gardenista, C Magazine, and on HGTV online.

PENNY BARTHEL is a nutritionist, recipe developer, gardener, and plant nerd. Her garden and kitchen pursuits flow directly from her education and life experience. A certified cannabis horticulturist, Penny has a growing following through her Instagram, Small Garden Cannabis, and cannabis events known as Let's Sesh Workshops. Penny is the mother of two amazing grown children and resides in the Bay Area with her wonderful husband, sweet cat, and as many plants as possible.

THIS EVENT is free but pre-registration is requested. Registration ends at 5:30 pm on June 27th.

BECAUSE SEATING is limited, please register only if you plan to attend.

DUE TO SPACE limitations, we may not be able to accommodate every person at an event, so early registration is encouraged.

WALK-INS will be accommodated only if space allows.

WE ASK that attendees arrive between 6:45 and 7:00 PM for the event.

PLEASE leave your non-support companion animals at home.

OUR shared restrooms are not accessible after 6:30 PM, please plan accordingly.

Event Venue

Mrs Dalloway's, 2904 College Avenue, Berkeley, United States