From common to exotic, today’s trends and tomorrow’s excitement… find out how to care for and enjoy the plants you have and the plants you want…
The Seminars by Category are listed in chronological order. Please check the Seminar Schedule for a full list of all our seminars. No ticket refunds for Speaker cancellation.
All seminars at the Northwest Flower & Garden Festival are FREE with your ticket!
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Stop Killing Houseplants: Shop Based on Your Plant Parent Personality Maria Failla - Podcast Host, Author, Plant Educator
Killed a houseplant before? You’re not alone. The number-one reason people fail with plants isn’t light, water, or lack of knowledge—it’s choosing plants that don’t fit their personality or lifestyle. In this fun and relatable seminar, Maria Failla, host of the Growing Joy with Plants podcast, helps attendees discover their Plant Parent Personality and choose houseplants that are almost foolproof to grow. You’ll learn your strengths and challenges as a plant parent and leave with a personalized list of plants to match your style... just in time to shop the Festival!
Wednesday, February 18, 2026 / 4:00pm / Main Stage
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From Concrete Jungle to Green Living Nick Cutsumpas - NWFG26 Judge, Plant Coach, Award-winning Designer, Environmentalist
Discover how a passion for plants transformed one man’s life... and inspired countless others to grow greener, too. Nick shares his journey from tending vegetables in his parents’ backyard to filling a New York City apartment with 125 thriving houseplants, becoming one of the first “houseplant designers” in the city. With humor and honesty, he reflects on the challenges, client adventures, and lessons that turned a love of plants into a lifelong mission for environmental change.
Thursday, February 19, 2026 / 4:00pm / Main Stage
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Mounting Epiphytic Plants Jessica Scovel - Houseplant Expert, Owner of Buds Interior Plant Design
Tropical plants like orchids and staghorn ferns have a unique way of growing - attached to the trunks and branches of trees rather than rooted in soil. In this live demonstration, watch how these remarkable epiphytes can be mounted onto wood to create striking, living works of art. The session highlights materials, techniques, and care tips for keeping mounted plants healthy and vibrant indoors. Inspiring and informative, it offers a glimpse into how nature’s most inventive growers can become beautiful, sustainable décor in any home.
Thursday, February 19, 2026 / 5:00pm / DIY Stage
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Glass Gardens: Build Your Own Terrarium Two Ways Kamili Bell Hill - Plant Stylist, Best-selling Author, Creator of PlantBlerd
Discover how to turn glass vessels into miniature worlds of living art. This demonstration guides attendees through creating two distinctive, low-maintenance terrariums—one lush and enclosed, the other airy and open. The session covers plant selection, layering techniques, and container styles that keep terrariums thriving long after they’re built. Attendees will also learn how humidity-loving plants can flourish in these self-contained environments, avoiding the pitfalls of constant misting or humidifiers. With creative styling tips and practical care advice, this session brings science, design, and a touch of nostalgia together under glass.
Friday, February 20, 2026 / 10:15am / DIY Stage
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Advanced Houseplant Propagation Lindsay Sisti - Author, Plant Shop Owner, Houseplant Hybridizer
Ready to level up your propagation game? This in-depth demonstration goes beyond basic cuttings to explore advanced techniques such as air and ground layering, and the setup of efficient propagation boxes to produce more plants... faster! Learn how substrates such as LECA, perlite, and Fluval Stratum promote strong root growth and how to use self-watering pots and semi-hydro systems to your advantage. Perfect for the curious houseplant lover ready to take propagation methods up a notch, this workshop offers practical methods to multiply your collection with confidence and success.
Friday, February 20, 2026 / 3:15pm / DIY Stage
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Houseplant Hints from the Plant Daddy Kossi Tchenawou - Plant Daddy, Creator, Growth Coach
Description to come later.
Friday, February 20, 2026 / 4:00pm / Main Stage
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The Indoor Jungle Blueprint: Designing HousePlant-Filled Spaces That Thrive Krystal Duran - Houseplant Educator, Creator of PlantswithKrystal
Bring the joy of the jungle indoors. In this lively seminar, popular plant influencer Krystal shares how to turn any home—no matter the size—into a lush, functional, plant-filled sanctuary. With humor, warmth, and plenty of practical know-how, she breaks down lighting, styling, potting, and placement tips that help houseplants truly thrive. Attendees will also learn how to troubleshoot common challenges while keeping their spaces beautiful and balanced. Equal parts design inspiration and real-life advice, this session celebrates the art of living well with plants.
Saturday, February 21, 2026 / 4:00pm / Main Stage
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Trending Houseplant Propagation Techniques Lindsay Sisti - Author, Plant Shop Owner, Houseplant Hybridizer
As certain plants rise in popularity, so do the propagation techniques gardeners use to multiply them. This informative seminar reviews the anatomy of three favorite houseplants—the ZZ plant, string of hearts, and alocasia—as it relates to successful propagation. Attendees will observe step-by-step demonstrations of three effective methods: ZZ plant leaflet propagation, the string of hearts “butterfly technique,” and alocasia corm propagation. Each example highlights how understanding plant structure leads to greater success in growing new specimens, offering attendees practical knowledge to expand their collections with confidence and precision.
Sunday, February 22, 2026 / 4:00pm / Main Stage
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