Presentation Topics – 2012

Public Talks for the Gardening Community

THE TWENTY-FIVE DOLLAR VICTORY GARDEN CHALLENGE: 
GROWING A GARDEN TO FEED YOUR FAMILY ON $25 OR LESS

In this multi-media presentation, Joe Lamp’l takes you back to where it all began. The notion of creating an organic garden from scratch, sufficient to feed his family of four, all their veggie needs for an entire season. The challenge; spend less than $25 for the entire project. The catch; he had to do it as if he were a brand new gardener, with no tools and no contacts to help make it happen! Not only did he do it, there was money left over. Come see all the tricks and tips Joe pulled from his recycling bag of tricks in his efforts to make it happen and learn how any gardener at any level can do the same thing at home.

GROWING A GREENER WORLD

In this inspiring and motivational session, Joe draws on his extensive travel across America to produce and host his national public television series by the same name. With an extensive collection of stories over 52 episodes, through beautiful high definition video and award-winning photography, you’ll meet some of the most fascinating people, see some of the most interesting places and discover organizations doing great things for the planet, all with an emphasis on gardening and a common thread that will empower each of us to advance the cause of these gardening heroes in our own communities.

GREENING YOUR GARDEN WHILE PROTECTING THE PLANET 

This presentation is based Joe’s popular and latest book, The Green Gardener’s Guide; simple significant actions to protect and preserve our planet. Gardeners enjoy a connection with the earth unlike anyone else. Ironically as we create and maintain beautiful gardens and landscapes, many unknowingly are doing so in a way that is harmful to our environment. In his highly popular presentation, Joe Lamp’l will entertain and stimulate your thinking in new ways as he shares seven significant concepts we all can do right now to make our gardens and community ‘greener’ while protecting the planet too”.

FRESH FROM THE GARDEN; EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW TO GROW YOUR OWN

Eating local and growing your own fresh food is the hottest topic in gardening today. Home gardeners are rediscovering or learning for the first time just how fun, healthy and delicious it is to grown your own. Joe Lamp’l, host of the popular DIY Network television series “Fresh from the Garden” and now “Growing a Greener World” on public television, shares his secrets to successfully starting and growing your own vegetable and herb garden with tips and information that will assure success and simplify the process.

THE 5 BIGGEST MISTAKES IN OUR GARDENS & LANDSCAPES AND HOW TO FIX THEM 

Many of the biggest problems in the landscape and garden are avoidable. In fact, in many cases, we’re the one’s causing them. Find out what we’re commonly doing around the country that we should never do and how to make it right instead! Joe Lamp’l takes it “over the fence” as he addresses these topics and more from his popular book; Over the Fence with joe gardener®. This presentation was created to inform your audience on how to create beautiful and functional landscapes and gardens and how to avoid the most common mistakes.

SECRETS BEHIND CREATING THE PERFECT TV GARDEN 

You’ve watched the home gardening shows hundreds of times. You’ve envied the beautiful beds of lush foliage and bright flowers and perfect rows of exceptional produce. You’ve lusted after soil loose enough to plunge your arm into. Now it’s time to learn the tricks of the trade straight from Joe Lamp’l, host of Fresh From the Garden on DIY Network, Garden Smart on PBS, and now his own show, Growing a Greener World. Let Joe share the best-kept secrets from his own television garden and the best tips he’s learned from the pros around the country. In less than one hour, Joe can help you create an extraordinary garden that will likely be your best ever!

CREATING A GARDEN TO WEATHER ANY STORM 

This presentation was inspired by the incredibly healthy garden Joe Lamp’l created and maintained on the set of The Fresh from the Garden television series for over three years–in spite of many difficult environmental challenges! In this unique and informative presentation, Joe shares his secrets about creating a garden that will stand up to all the unpredictable variables in Mother Nature’s bag of tricks. Joe will explain how best to prepare any garden or landscape to perform no matter how wet, dry, sunny or shady it may be. He’ll also share his methods of dealing with critters of all shapes and sizes. Learn the tricks of proactive gardening – from soil testing and preparation to fertilization and watering, as well as pest and disease control, all in a more eco-friendly way.

Talks for the Industry 

GREENING GARDEN CENTERS FOR THE ECO-SAVVY SHOPPER 

Description: As customers continue to rely on independent garden centers and nurseries for trusted information, now more than ever, they’re looking for guidance in creating a greener and more sustainable outdoor environment. With increased concerns on environmental stewardship, it’s important to provide your customers and community the products, services and ideas that also protect our planet. The purchasing decisions by your environmentally sensitive customers are changing. Find out what they want and expect from you and how you can best help them create greener outdoor gardens, landscapes and lifestyles.

IS SUSTAINABILITY REALLY A CONSUMER TREND? 

Description: Believe it or not, sustainability is a trend that is here to stay. It is becoming a way of life that we all need to grab hold of. The big boxes and famous brand retailers have recognized the trend and have positioned their product line and marketing messages to incorporate sustainability. Hear this perspective on what the true “green” industry needs to be doing.

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