Upcoming Events

Join us for Networking, Quality Education, Garden Tours & More!

Some of the greatest opportunities come from attending GardenComm events. It's a chance to meet and talk to other members, share ideas, learn how to improve your skills and business, and expand your industry network. Here's an up-to-date list of in-person and virtual events. Visit our GardenCommUnity calendar to see all the upcoming events, locations and times.

 GardenComm Events

Monday Member Meetups are Back - Join Us!

GardenComm's Monday Member Meetups resume with themed topics of discussion. These informal, member-only virtual gatherings take place the first Monday of the month providing an opportunity to connect, discuss what you’re working on, share ideas, and ask questions about GardenComm. Monthly topics will be led by President, C.L. Fornari or Vice President, Kathy Jentz. 

Go to Members Connect & Share in GardenCommUnity for more information and reserve your spot for the next meetup.

Future dates and topics to add to your calendar:

  • November 3 - Marketing Your Brand
  • December 1 - Speaking Tips
  • January 5 - Setting Goals
  • February 2 - Reducing Plastics in Gardening
  • March 2 - Plant Propagation Ethics
  • April 6 - New Plants vs Tried-and-True

Winter Webinars 2026 - January 13 - February 12

New Year. New Strategies. New Growth

Beginning in January 2026, GardenComm kicks off the new year with our winter webinar series with 10 new session. Topics include horticultural knowledge and expertise and proven strategies that will help you grow your business and brand. Sessions run on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 7PM ET from January 13 - February 12.

Speaker and topics will be posted soon but add these dates to your calendar so you don't miss a session. The complete package of 10 sessions will be available for a limited time for only $99.

Fall Virtual 2026 - September 22-24

Save the Dates!

Plan to join us for our biggest virtual event of the season. Our virtual event provide exceptional education and opportunities to network with other horticultural communicators, plus the popular Pitch the Editors event. Registered attendees can schedule 1:1 meeting with top editors and publishers in the green industry!

Gather & Grow 2026 - In-person and Virtual Events

The 2026 Gather & Grow Tour will bring garden communication professionals together again — east to west — for collaboration, learning, and inspiration. Save the dates and get ready to register. Many events are free, with some exclusive sessions available only to GardenComm members.

Join us at these in-person meeting and events:

  • MANTS - Baltimore, January 7-9 - Meetup after the trade show at a member-invite event
  • Northwest Flower & Garden Festival - Seattle, February 18-26 - Meetup at a GardenComm Meet and Greet
  • Philadelphia Flower Show - February 28-March 8 - Meetup at a GardenComm Meet and Greet
  • California Spring Trials 2026 - Santa Paula, March 25-27 - An exclusive GardenComm experience
  • Cultivate '26 - Columbus, July 11-14 - Meetup for a GardenComm dinner after attending the trade show.
  • Farwest - Portland, August 26-28 - Enjoy garden tours, education, trade show and Annual Awards & Honors
Join us on these virtual events:

  • Winter Webinar Series - January 13 - February 12
  • Fall Virtual - September 22 - 24