Join us for an engaging and practical lecture that will transform the way you shop for your garden.
Whether you're a seasoned horticulturist or just starting out, this session will empower you to make eco-conscious choices that benefit both your plants and the planet.
Learn how to identify sustainable garden products, where to source native and pollinator-friendly plants, how to spot greenwashing, and where to shop locally and ethically to reduce your carbon footprint.
Discover how small changes in your shopping habits can lead to a healthier garden and a more sustainable future. Leave with actionable tips and the confidence to make smarter choices every season.
Location
The Grove Studios 108
Instructor
Carrie Wiles
As a horticultural consultant and communications professional, Carrie Wiles's encouraging voice lends method to connecting horticulture and ecology. During her tenure as marketing manager of North Creek Nurseries—a renowned industry leader in native plant propagation—Wiles shared in translating the impact and benefit native plants play in ecologically-rich environs. Wiles serves as President of the Board of Directors at the Delaware Center for Horticulture, where collaboration inspires individuals and communities through the power of plants. Wiles holds a degree in ornamental horticulture from Pennsylvania State University and volunteers time as Treasurer/Secretary of the Pennsylvania Landscape & Nursery Association Board of Trustees.
