Cottage Garden Container Workshop

In-Person Horticulture and Gardening Class

A whimsical wildflower garden featuring plum colored blooms.

Saturday, September 12, 2026
1:30–4:30 pm

Fee: $169

Fee for Innovators, Gardens Preferred, and Gardens Premium Members: $152

Fee includes all-day admission to the Gardens the day the class is onsite.

This class is intended as an adult learning experience. Find out more about our Family Learning experiences.

Registrations may be cancelled up to two weeks before the event, and your registration fee, less a $30 processing fee, will be refunded. Please note that refunds are not available for programs moved to scheduled inclement weather dates.

To notify us of your cancellation, email us or call 610-388-5454.

Discover the charm and beauty of cottage gardens in this hands-on class focused on container design.

Explore the defining characteristics of cottage gardens, including layered plantings, abundant blooms, color combinations, texture, and informal design style. Delve into plant selection and design techniques for recreating the cottage garden aesthetic in containers suitable for patios, porches, and small garden spaces. Then, create your own cottage garden-inspired container to take home and enjoy throughout the season.

Location

The Grove Studios 104 & 105

Instructor

Katie Verdieck

Katie Verdieck is the designer and owner of her business "The Gardeness". She started the company in 2019 as a landscape design/install company but honed her focus to be on creating beautiful seasonal planters. She has a background in landscaping and design, a degree in fine arts from Tyler School of Art, and a Certificate of Ornamental Horticulture from Longwood Gardens.

Gardens Preferred, Gardens Premium Members and Innovators save on Continuing Education Courses