Events

Look at what is happening around Kansas City 

If you’d like to list plants sales, gardening related meetings, classes and workshops, send details with contact information to elizabeth@kcgmag.com. Deadline for publishing in the April issue is March 13. This is a FREE listing.

 

The Garden Club of Shawnee
Thurs, Mar 5, 7p; at Shawnee Town, 1929 Town Hall, 11600 Johnson Dr, Shawnee, KS. Our program will be on The Japanese Gardening Technique of Kokedama. We will serve drinks and snacks, and great door prizes will be given away. As always, visitors are welcome! You can also learn about us at website gardenclubofshawnee.org and our Facebook page.

Heartland Hosta & Shade Plant Society 
Sat, Mar 28, Hospitality 1p, Mtg 1:30-3:30p; at 500 NE Woods Chapel Rd, Lee’s Summit, MO 64064. Speaker: Melissa Anderson, K-State RE Marais des Cygnes District Master Gardener will be “Throwing Shade” discussing Hosta and more. Members, Guests and public welcome. Bring a dessert to share. www.heartlandhosta.club; https://www.facebook.com/HeartlandHostaAndShadePlantSociety

Idalia Butterfly Society
Sat, Mar 14, 5p; at Matt Ross Community Center, 8101 Marty St, Overland Park, KS 66204. Program: “Creating a Monarch Island” by Laura Fish. Laura is a dedicated gardener in KC’s Northland. A large traffic island in her neighborhood was a sad, neglected, barren stretch of dirt—now it’s a thriving paradise for Monarchs and many other pollinators. This beautiful addition to municipal property is enjoyed by hundreds of passing drivers daily. Also, it proves that one dedicated and persistent person really can make a difference for our environment. Come hear the inspiring story of this AMAZING transformation! Doors open at 5p for light refreshments and social time. Program begins PROMPTLY at 5:45p following a brief “business and announcements” session. FREE and open to all. Bring a friend! Questions? Please call/text 816-283-6258, or email us at idaliasociety@yahoo.com. Facebook: Idalia Society of Mid-American Lepidopterists.

Kansas City Cactus and Succulent Society
Sun, Mar 15, 1:30-3:30p; at the Trailside Center, 9901 Holmes St, Kansas City, MO. This meeting’s activity is a hands‑on session. Hands‑On Seed & Propagation Workshop: Several members will demonstrate how to grow cactus from seed, followed by guided practice with other propagation techniques—including taking cuttings, separating offsets, and properly planting pups. This program offers a great opportunity for beginners and seasoned growers alike to get their hands dirty. We invite anyone to attend; refreshments will be served.

Kansas City North Garden Club
Wed, Mar 4, 10:30a-noon; at Kansas City North Community Center, 3930 NE Antioch Rd, KCMO 64117. Join us each Wednesday where we will plant seeds, maintain the raised beds and wildflower gardens, DIY craft projects, and hear from special guests from MU Extension and Platte County Master Gardeners. Each member will receive a free tote bag! Contact Kendra Beaver, 816-513-7740; kendra.beaver@kcmo.org 

Olathe Garden & Civic Club
Tues, Mar 17, 1-2:30p; at Grace United Methodist Church, 11485 S Ridgeview Rd, Olathe KS 66061. **Free & Open to the Public** Join us for a special meeting featuring a presentation from Lauren English of the Kansas City Rose Society on the history of the Rose Garden in Loose Park and rose care for home gardeners.

Raytown Garden Club
Tues, Mar 3, 10a; at Blue Ridge Presbyterian Church, 6429 Blue Ridge Blvd, Raytown MO 64133. The program will be “Minimize the use of pesticides with Integrated Pest Management”, presented by Sherri Carter, Master Gardeners Speaker Bureau. Guests are always welcome. For more information about our club, check out our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/RaytownGardenClub

SYMPOSIUMS | SHOWS | SALES AND MORE

Orchid Delirium
Mar 5 to Apr 19; at Powell Gardens, 1609 NW US Hwy 50, Kingsville, MO 64061. Orchid Delirium returns to Powell Gardens this spring, inviting guests into a world where orchids take center stage. See more details and purchase tickets at powellgardens.org.

MGGKC Spring Fling
Sat, Mar 7, 1-4p; at 501 North Dodgion St, Independence, MO next to ReStore. FREE Family friendly gardening activities for children and adults. Demonstrations. Free research-based information to get your garden started off right. Elevate your gardening—build a raised bed. From strained to Contained—gardening in small spaces. Mulch Magic—the power of mulch. Pollinator Party—native plants in action. Soil Test Sample drop off $20.00. Talk to an EMG. mggkc.org

Spring Open House
Mar 17-21, Hrs Tues-Fri 9a-3p, Sat 9a-5p; at Paula’s Petals, 33607 E 199th St (2nd entrance off the main road), Pleasant Hill, MO 64080. All cool crops will be available along with asparagus, onion starts, potato starts, cool weather flowers, herbs and so much more. www.paulas-petals.com 

5th Annual Home & Garden Show
Sat, Mar 21, 9a-3p; at Heritage Event & Arts Center, 109 Delaware St, Leavenworth, KS 66048. Join us for a fun-filled and informative event! Vendors, shopping, presentations, 50/50 raffle, and door prizes throughout event. 913-682-2122; www.heritagecenter-leavenworth.com 

Kansas City Garden Symposium 
Sat, Mar 21; at Rockhurst University. Big Ideas, Smaller Spaces. Knowledgable, professional garden designers with hands-on experience will share their ideas for creating beautiful, interesting garden spaces. Tickets $99 through Feb 28. Visit gardenersconnect.org/symposium. 

Big Idea Garden Show 
Sat, Mar 21, 9a-3p; at Douglas Co Fairgrounds, 2010 Harper, Lawrence, KS. Presented by Douglas County Extension Master Gardeners. Informative booths, yard and garden vendors, expert speakers, garden garage sale, garden art sale, raffle, food trucks and more. Details at dgemgks.org.

Hop & Shop into Spring Downtown
Sat, Mar 21, 10a-4p; Clinton Main Street Shopping Event and Open House in Clinton, MO. New Products, specials and refreshments.

Native Plant Sale & Naturescaping Workshop
Sat, Mar 28, 12:30-4:30p; workshop 8a-12:30p.; at Burr Oak Woods Nature Center, 1401 NW Park Rd, Blue Springs, MO 64015. 816-228-3766. Contact Missouri Wildflowers Nursery, www.mowildflowers.net, 573-496-3492, mowldflrs@socket.net at least 5 days before, and they will bring your purchased plants.

Central Missouri Master Gardener Spring Plant Sale
Sat, Mar 28, 8a-1p; at Master Gardener Greenhouses, 810 Sandstone, Jefferson City, MO. The Central Missouri Master Gardeners are having a spring plant sale. We will be selling cold crops, including lettuces, broccoli, cauliflower, and more. We will also have a selection of early season annuals like pansy, tulip and hyacinth. The sale will be at the Master Gardener Greenhouses in North Jefferson City by the dog park. Service dogs are welcome, but we ask that you leave pets at home or in the dog park.

Tulips with Paula 
Apr 1-29; at Paula’s Petals, 33607 E 199th St (2nd entrance off the main road), Pleasant Hill, MO 64080. Come and see the beauty of spring! With over 10.5k spring bulbs planted it’s bound to be a beautiful spring. This is a month long Tulip festival. Pre-order spring bulbs as you walk the gardens. Flowers will be pre-picked for purchase. This is also a vendor event with different vendors daily. Vendors contact me to set up. Tues-Fri – 9-3, Sat 9-5; www.paulas-petals.com

Eat Local & Organic Expo 
Sat, Apr 4, 9a-1p; at Lenexa Old Town Activity Center, 9301 Pflumm Rd, Lenexa, KS 66215. Kick off farmers market season at the Eat Local & Organic Expo! Shop with more than 30 KC Food Circle farmers who pledge to meet high standards for growing plants and mushrooms, beekeeping and raising animals. Sign up for weekly farm shares, buy transplants for your garden and get the freshest early spring products our region has to offer! Learn more at; https://thefoodcircle.org/eat-local-organic-expo-2/

Deep Roots Native Plant Sale
Sat, Apr 11, 10a-2p; at Anita Gorman Conservation Discovery Center, 4750 Troost Ave, KCMO 64110. deeprootskc.org. Contact Missouri Wildflowers Nursery, www.mowildflowers.net, 573-496-3492, mowldflrs@socket.net, at least 5 days before, and they will bring your purchased plants. 

Healthy Yards Expo
Sat, Apr 11, 9a-2p; at the Shawnee Civic Centre, Shawnee, KS. Learn simple, eco-friendly lawn and garden practices through educational seminars, expert advice, and interactive activities. Features local vendors, nonprofits, free soil testing for Johnson County residents, kids’ activities, and resources to help protect water, soil, and the environment while creating a healthy yard. FREE family-friendly event.

40th Annual African Violet Show & Sale
Sat, Apr 11, 9a-2:30p; at Loose Park Garden Center, 51st St and Wornall Rd, Kansas City, MO 64112. NO ADMISSION FEE. Sho-Me African Violet Club; “Reflections of Violets”

Paola Spring Plant Sale
Apr 23, 24, 25, INDOOR SHOPPING at the Miami County Fairgrounds Bldg #2, 401 Wallace Park Dr, Paola, KS. Thurs 9a-6p, Fri 9a-5p, and Sat 9a-1p. The sale will feature pesticide-free locally grown plants. In addition to the usual selection of butterfly host plants, pollinator flowers and native perennials, there will be ornamental annuals, perennials, herbs, succulents, hanging baskets, and veggies. Extension Master Gardeners, including butterfly expert Lenora Larson, will be on hand to assist shoppers throughout the sale. Credit Cards welcome!  More info at www.maraisdescygnes.ksu.edu. Follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/mdcemg or call the office: 913-294-4306.

Spring Plant Sale
Apr 23-26; at the Overland Park Arboretum Botanical Gardens Plant Sale. Johnson County Extension EMGs will be on hand to assist and answer questions. 

Thyme for Kids Plant Sale
Apr 24-25, Cornerstones of Care Ozanam Campus Greenhouse, 421 E 137th St, KCMO 64145

Raytown Cave Springs Plant Sale
Sat, Apr 25, 8a-12p; at 8701 E Gregory, Raytown, MO. Annual plant and Garden Art sale. Annuals, perennials, vegetables, herbs, natives, and garden art. Made by members. Mother’s Day is coming!

Wy Co EMG Annual Plant Sale
May 1, 9a-5p, and May 2, 9a-2p; at the Wildcat Room of the Wy Co Extension Office, 1200 N 79th St, Kansas City, KS. Annual flowers, and vegetables, herbs and perennials grown by the Extension Master Gardeners will be featured. 

Heartland Peony Society – Spring Bus Trip
Sat, May 2, 7:30a-7p. Departing/Returning Leawood, KS bus trip to three gardens and two nurseries in Manhattan and Topeka, KS. $75 per person all-inclusive including donuts for breakfast, a box Lunch, Snacks and drinks. Join us for the start of peony season in the heartland! Space is limited; please reach out to Bucky Will at buckywill@gmail.com with questions.

Central Missouri Master Gardener Annual Plant Sale
May 2 and 3, Sat 8a-1p; Sun 12-3p; at Master Gardener Greenhouses, 810 Sandstone, Jefferson City, MO. The Central Missouri Master Gardeners annual Plant Sale is our biggest fundraiser for the organization. We are selling plants, including tomatoes, peppers and hanging baskets, grown in our greenhouses by master gardeners. We also have perennials, including natives, donated by our members for sale. It is a weekend long event at our greenhouses. Prices vary starting from $4. We have three greenhouses full of tomatoes, annuals, vegetables and herbs just waiting for you. The greenhouses are located in North Jefferson City by the dog park. Service dogs are welcome, but we ask that you leave pets at home or in the dog park.

Platte County Master Gardeners Plant Sale
Sat, May 2, 9a-3p and Sun, May 3, noon-3p; at Northland Career Center, 1801 N Branch St, Platte City, MO. Directions at: www.plattecountymastergardeners.org. Proceeds benefit the MU Extension Master Gardeners of Platte County. 1000s of Native, Annual & Perennial Plants, Herbs, Tomatoes and Peppers. E-mail plattemgs@gmail.com; Facebook — Platte Co Master Gardeners

Olathe Garden Club’s Annual Plant Sale
Tues, May 5, 4-7p and Wed, May 6, 8a-12; at 18505 W 114th St, Olathe, KS 66061. *Credit and Electronic Payments Accepted in addition to cash/check!* Come get some great new plants for your outdoor and indoor spaces while helping us raise money, this is our annual fundraiser for all of our philanthropic and educational activities throughout the year. You may find perennials, annuals, herbs, vegetables, flowers, pollinator-friendly plants, shade plants, sun-loving plants, house plants, and local artisan-made garden decor. Come meet the members of Kansas’ oldest garden club; established in 1929. Plant love and knowledge will be freely shared! 

Spring Open House and Plant Fundraiser
Sat, May 9, 8a-2p; at Monarch Watch, KU West Campus, Lawrence, KS. Join us for Monarch Watch’s Spring Open House & Plant Fundraiser! Looking for plants for your spring garden? Our Plant Fundraiser will have dozens of species available, including milkweeds, host and nectar plants for native butterflies, and other annuals and perennials. These plants support monarch and pollinator populations as well as add beauty and function to garden spaces. Other activities during our Open House will include garden tours, games, arts and crafts, monarch butterflies and caterpillars, and more. This will primarily be an outdoor event. Online plant ordering will be available in advance in April, and more details will be posted soon on our events page. Thank you for your interest and support! https://monarchwatch.org/events

Sedgwick County Garden Tour
Fri, Jun 5, 9a-5p; Sat, Jun 6, 9a-5p; Sun, Jun 7, 12-4p. Six gardens throughout Sedgwick County will be available for the public to view. Tickets are $10 and are available at the gardens, at Sedgwick County Extension office, 7001 W 21st St, Wichita, KS 67205 or online sedgwick.k-state.edu  316-660-0100

JoCo EMG Garden Tour
Jun 12 and 13. Early Bird Ticket Sales open online on Mar 15. Questions? Contact us at 913-715-7050 or garden.help@jocogov.org.

 

CLASSES | WORKSHOPS 

Beekeeping Courses
Starting Mar 4; at Johnson County Community College. If you are curious about the buzzy pollinators of the world, these courses are sure to hit the sweet spot. Questions? 913-469-2323; jccc.edu/wdce

Seed Starting
Wed, Mar 4, 10:30a-noon; at KC North Community Center, 3930 NE Antioch Rd, Kansas City, MO 64117. Univ of Missouri Extension presents Dr Todd Higgins. All supplies are provided. $5

Seed Blocking
Thurs, Mar 5, 11:30a; at Sunflower Room, Wy Co Extension Office, 1208 N 79th St, Kansas City, KS. Presented by Jane McDonald, Wyandotte County Extension Master Gardener. Soil blocking is a method of starting flower or vegetable seeds in individual soil blocks. Seeds grown with this method tend to be more vigorous and more resilient during transplanting. The increased oxygen between blocks “air prunes” the roots, which prevents them from becoming root-bound and reduces the risk of transplant shock. A demonstration will be given. Pre-registration is not required. A $10 (cash or check) class fee will be collected at the door.

Containers I
Thurs, Mar 5, 6:30-7:30p; at Clinton Parkway Nursery, 4900 Clinton Parkway, Lawrence, KS 66047. Learn how to grow flowers and vegetables in containers. What varieties work best. What soil to use and how to care for them to create a show stopper. FREE but space is limited. RSVP by calling 785-842-3081.

Seed Starting: Peppers, Broccoli, Greens
Sat, Mar 7, 11a; at Vinland Valley Nursery, 1606 N 600 Rd, Baldwin City, KS 66006. At this workshop you will learn all about starting 8 week vegetables. VVN staff will show you all the steps to give your seeds the best start possible, along with tips on how to care for them as they grow. Mix and match a tray of 24 pots from the seed selection provided. $30 per person. Base price includes potting supplies and a dome, plus a variety of seeds to choose from. Additional potting supplies and premium seeds available, priced per piece. 785.594.2966  |  vinlandvalleynursery.com. 

Raised Beds
Thurs, Mar 12, 6:30-7:30p; at Clinton Parkway Nursery, 4900 Clinton Parkway, Lawrence, KS 66047. Learn about different types of raised beds as well as what media to put in it for maximum results. FREE but space is limited. RSVP by calling 785-842-3081. 

Cactus & Succulent Class
Mar 13, 14 & 15, 9-11a; at Paula’s Petals, 33607 E 199th St (2nd entrance off the main road), Pleasant Hill, MO 64080. Learn how to propagate and grow several kinds of cactus and succulents. $8 per person. Indoor/outdoor event dress for the weather. This is a single class so you get to choose which class you would like to attend. You must sign up for this class. Just pick the date. Call Paula 816-929-0522 or paulaspetals2022@gmail.com, www.paulas-petals.com

Beginning Beekeeping Classes
Sat, Mar 14, 8:30a-4:30p; at Wyandotte County Extension Office, 1216 N 79th St, Kansas City, KS. The class will be repeated on Mar 21, at the Johnson County Extension Office, 11811 S Sunset Dr, Olathe, KS 66061. Classes will be given by experienced beekeepers from the Northeastern Kansas Beekeepers Association. Topics will cover everything you need to know to start beekeeping in NE KS. The $50 registration fee includes snacks, beverages, and lunch. Visit http://www.nekba.org for more details and registration.

Soil Sampling
Wed, Mar 18, 10:30a-noon; at KC North Community Center, 3930 NE Antioch Rd, Kansas City, MO 64117. Univ of Missouri Extension presents Dr Todd Higgins. All supplies are provided. $5

Herbs 101—Growing and Storing Herbs
Thurs, Mar 19, 6:30-7:30p; at Clinton Parkway Nursery, 4900 Clinton Parkway, Lawrence, KS 66047. Learn the basics of growing an herb garden. From site selection and soil. FREE but space is limited. RSVP by calling 785-842-3081. 

Bird-Safe Window Workshop: Stop the “Splats”
Sat, Mar 21, 12:00-2:30p; at Anita Gorman Conservation Discovery Center, 4750 Troost Ave, KCMO 64110. Tired of finding dead or injured birds near your windows—especially during spring and fall migration? Come learn simple techniques to make your windows “bird safe.” Following a brief presentation, attendees will create ”wind curtains” of parachute cord to help prevent collisions. All materials provided; workshop is FREE. Limited to 30 attendees (17 yrs and up). To register, please email us at mail@burroughs.org by March 14 (include telephone number and names of ALL attendees). Call/text 816-795-8177 with any questions. Sponsored by Burroughs Audubon Society of Greater Kansas City and the Osage Trails Chapter of MO Master Naturalists.

How to Select Roses and Plant with Ease
Sat, Mar 21, 9:30-11a; at Village Presbyterian Church, 6641 Mission Rd, Prairie Village. Master Consulting Rosarian Laura Dickinson will offer insights on types of roses to consider and how to ensure they have the right spot in your yard. Check the Kansas City Rose Society website (https://www.kansascityrosesociety.org/) for a complete list of all the seminars in the series. 

Vegetable Gardening Warm Crops
Thurs, Mar 26, 6:30-7:30p; at Clinton Parkway Nursery, 4900 Clinton Parkway, Lawrence, KS 66047. How to grow summer vegetables. Four to five different summer vegetables to be discussed (think peppers, eggplants, melons, cucumbers, squash). Which ones depends on a vote from the workshop attendees. FREE but space is limited. RSVP by calling 785-842-3081. 

Table/Bucket Gardening
Wed, Apr 1, 10:30a-noon; at KC North Community Center, 3930 NE Antioch Rd, Kansas City, MO 64117. Univ of Missouri Extension presents Dr Todd Higgins. All supplies are provided. $5

Utilizing A.I. in the Garden
Thurs, Apr 2, 11:30a; at Sunflower Room, Wy Co Extension Office, 1208 N 79th St, Kansas City, KS. Presented by Dylan Parsley, Wyandotte County Extension Horticulture Agent. Join us for this hands-on workshop that introduces learners to practical ways Artificial Intelligence (A.I.) can support garden and crop planning. Participants will learn how modern A.I. tools can help design efficient garden layouts, evaluate site conditions with basic geospatial tools, and choose ideal planting dates and crop combinations. Whether you are a backyard gardener or a small-acreage grower, this class will show how A.I. can simplify decision‑making, reduce guesswork, and improve productivity. Feel free to bring a laptop and follow along! Pre-registration is not required. A $10 (cash or check) class fee will be collected at the door.

Composting
Wed, Apr 15, 10:30a-noon; at KC North Community Center, 3930 NE Antioch Rd, Kansas City, MO 64117. Univ of Missouri Extension presents Dr Todd Higgins. All supplies are provided. $5