Upcoming Garden Lectures: Discover the Secrets of Southern Gardening
Join renowned garden expert Jenks Farmer for an exciting series of lectures celebrating the release of “Secrets of Southern Gardening” – the essential guide to creating thriving gardens in the American South. From North Florida, the Georgia Gold Coast, the LowCountry, Grand Strand, and the Midlands, gardening is different.
Jenks tells stories of success and failure so that you can laugh (with or at him) and learn from he and his team of experts.
2025 Speaking Schedule
August Events
Augusta, GA – August 15, Friday
Southern Garden Design – Arm Chairs & Arm Wrestling
Morris Museum LINK
Enjoy stories and spectacular slides along with a few behind-the-scenes anecdotes from the making of “Secrets of Southern Gardening.”
Augusta, GA – Tuesday, August 26
Gardening Chat with a Cooler of Highlife
The Book Tavern
An informal evening discussion about Southern gardening traditions and modern techniques featured in “Secrets of Southern Gardening.”
Beech Island, SC –
Garden Club Season Opening Event
Flower Farm
Private Event
September Programs
Winston-Salem, NC – September 9
Meadows Are Like Puppies and Other Secrets of Southern Gardening
Reynolda Gardens
Discover why meadow gardens require special attention and learn proven techniques for sustainable Southern landscapes. Jenks redesigned the historic perennials borders for Reynold Conservatory.
Clemson, SC – September 17
Meadows Are Like Puppies and Other Secrets of Southern Gardening
Patrick Center
Expert guidance on creating and maintaining native meadows in the Southeast’s unique climate.
Raleigh, NC — September 20,
Bulbs and Books at Brie The Plant Lady’s Garden. LINK
Walterboro, SC – September 27
Fall Gardening and Other Secrets of Southern Gardening
Colleton Museum
Perfect timing for fall planting! Learn optimal techniques for autumn garden preparation in the South.
October Presentations
Beech Island, SC – October 2
SC Agricultural Council
Special presentation for agricultural professionals on sustainable Southern gardening practices.
Columbia, SC – October 7
Secrets of Southern Gardening
Richland Master Gardeners, Clemson Sandhills Station
Comprehensive overview of the book’s key principles for Master Gardener continuing education.
Columbia, SC – October 8
Fall Garden Planting & Secrets
AllGood Books
Interactive session on fall vegetable gardening and year-round growing strategies for Southern gardens.
Laurens, SC – October 9
Laurens Garden Club, Laurens SC Museum, 2pm
Myths and Memes and Secrets of Southern Gardens
Open the the public
Macon, Ga – October 18
Georgia Statewide Master Gardeners Conference. Macon Georgia
Magnolia Gardens and Plantation, Nov. x
Charleston, SC
Cayce, SC Feb 21
Lexington Library Presentation
Athens, GA March 13
UGA Botanical Garden Annual Meeting
Aiken, SC March 20 & 21
About “Secrets of Southern Gardening”
This comprehensive guide for the warmest parts of the South reveals time-tested techniques and innovative approaches for successful gardening in the Southeast. From understanding Southern soil types to selecting heat-tolerant plants, “Secrets of Southern Gardening” provides practical wisdom for creating beautiful, sustainable gardens that thrive in our unique climate.
Book Your Organization’s Event
Museums, botanical gardens, garden club annual meetings, and cultural organizations – enhance your programming with an engaging presentation on Southern gardening! Topics can be customized to your audience’s interests, including:
- Native plant landscaping and meadow creation
- Sustainable gardening practices for the South
- Historical Southern garden design and plants
- Climate-adapted plant selection
- Seasonal gardening strategies
- Pollinator habitat development
For speaking engagements and workshop bookings, please email. bulbmen@gmail.com
