Explore, learn, shop and appreciate the natural beauty of flowers, gardens, and houseplants!

The first sign of spring is the Capital Region Flower & Garden Expo at Hudson Valley Community College, Troy, New York. As you enter the show, intricate displays highlight the artistic and creative aspects of floral design. Stroll into the arena to immerse yourself in spectacular floral vignettes, stunning full-scale garden displays, and an ecological landscape exhibit focused on sustainable and environmentally friendly practices. An incredible sand sculpture transformation adds a whimsical touch to this event. There are educational stations thoughout the show to provide valuable insights into maintaining and creating unique outdoor spaces. See the event schedule for over 50 hours of lectures and demonstrations. Shop the Marketplace featuring a diverse selection of over 200 flower, garden and outdoor living themed exhibitors and 3000 sqft of popular as well as unusual houseplants, succulents, bulbs, and seeds. For a delightful culinary aspect to the flower show, enjoy FREE tastings from 17 NYS wineries and distilleries. Satisfy your appetite with delicious food offerings from a selection of fabulous food trucks.

Seminars and Demonstrations:

The Capital Region Flower & Garden Expo has an outstanding line-up of in-person speakers planned for 2024. It’s a great combination of horticultural experts, speakers, demonstrators, floral designers, business and garden center professionals. They’ll share tips, trends, hot topics and offer live demonstrations for everyone from the novice to the expert gardener. All seminars, lectures and demonstrations are FREE with paid admission.

Schedule of Events:

March 22, 2024:

11:00 am: Improving Soils for Better Results in All Locations - Fred Breglia - Landis Arboretum - 1A
11:00 am: Building a Bird Garden - Kristi Shepler - Wild Ones Capital Region NY - Eco 1B
11:30 am: Cut Flowers and How to Make Them Last - Suzanne Balet-Haight - Balet Flowers & Design - 2A
12:00 pm: Basic Bonsai Care - Sean Lamoureux - Bonsai Bar - 1A
12:00 pm: Gardeners & Pollinator-Friendly Solar - Jennifer Michelle - GreenTown Consulting - Eco 1B
12:30 pm: Get Ready for Gardening - Juliette McKernon - MVP Health Care - 2A
1:00 pm: Big Trees Ancient Forests - Fred Breglia - Landis Arboretum - 1A
1:00 pm: 50 Things to Make the Earth a Healthier Place - Pam Skripak - Home Earth Alliance - Eco 1B
1:30 pm: Carnivorous Plants of the World - Bill Schwartz - Clever Carnivores - 2A
2:00 pm: Growing Citrus Trees in the Northeast - Barb Melera - Harvesting History - 1A
2:00 pm: Native Plants Go Public - Donna Lee Newsome - Wild Ones - Eco 1B
2:30 pm: Floral Wedding Trends Past & Present - Suzanne Pillsworth Becker - Blooms Floral Design - 2A
3:00 pm: Homemade Hypertufa Pot Demonstration - Martey Costello - Cornell Cooperative Extension - Schenectady County - 1A
3:00 pm: Introduction to Invasive Species - Addison Kubik - Capital Region PRISM - Eco 1B
3:30 pm: Landscape Considerations to Avoid Future Problems - Paul Swieton - Hudson Valley Community College - 2A
4:00 pm: Elephant Ears - Barb Melera - Harvesting History - 1A
4:00 pm: Regenerative Practices for the Land We Care For - Sheree Cammer - Home Earth Alliance - Eco 1B
4:30 pm: Ten Broeck Mansion Gardens: History & Herbariums - Kathy Kosto - Ten Broeck Mansion - 2A
5:00 pm: Gardeners' Defense: Protect Your Skin - Hedy Schneller - Illumia Skincare Products - 1A

March 23, 2024:

11:00 am: Promoting Plant Health Through Proper Pruning - Fred Breglia - Landis Arboretum - 1A
11:00 am: What Are Native Plants & Why Are They Important? - Steve Young - NY Flora Association - Eco 1B
11:30 am: Top Gardening Trends: Be the Change - Denise Maurer - Cornell Cooperative Extension Rensselaer - 2A
12:00 pm: The Enduring Favorite: Growing Plants in Containers - Barb Melera - Harvesting History - 1A
12:00 pm: The Wonder of Nature and Why It’s Good for You - Rhonda Rumsey van Heuveln - Capital Native Plants - Eco 1B
12:30 pm: Orchids 101: Basic Orchid Culture - Donna Wardlaw - Northeastern NY Orchid Society - 2A
1:00 pm: Improving Soils for Better Results - Fred Breglia - Landis Arboretum - 1A
1:00 pm: Wilding Your Lawn - Kate Brittenham - Front Pocket Gardens - Eco 1B
1:30 pm: Growing A Great Lawn - David Chinery - Cornell Cooperative Extension Rensselaer - 2A
2:00 pm: Creating a Backyard Vegetable Garden - John Martin - Cornell Cooperative Extension Albany - 1A
2:00 pm: Sustainable Landscapes: Creating a Pollinator Garden - Addison Kubik - Capital Region PRISM - Eco 1B
2:30 pm: The War of the Weeds - Teri Dunn Chace - Timber Press author - 2A
3:00 pm: Succulents - Suzanne Balet-Haight - Balet Flowers & Design - 1A
3:00 pm: A Journey to a Natural Yard in Suburbia - Laura Davis - Capital District Pollinator Allies - Eco 1B
3:30 pm: The Torment of Roses: Duel Over Flower Arrangements - John Dennehey - PhD Student, University at Albany - 2A
4:00 pm: Companion Planting, What is it & Why - John Martin - Cornell Cooperative Extension Albany - 1A
4:00 pm: Growing Tasty Greens in Your Kitchen All Winter Long - Bill Stoneman - The Vegetable Project - Eco 1B
4:30 pm: Honey, I Shrunk The Lawn - Judith Fetterley - Cornell Cooperative Extension - 2A

March 24, 2024:

11:00 am: A Garden of Rare Houseplants - Barb Melera - Harvesting History - 1A
11:00 am: Attract Pollinators to Your Garden - Kristi Shepler - Wild Ones Capital Region NY - Eco 1B
11:30 am: Herbal Tea from Your Garden - Matthew Zacharewicz - Short and Stout Tea Company - 2A
12:00 pm: Flower Reflections Through the Decades - Michele Peters - Ambiance Florals & Events - 1A
12:00 pm: Your Garden is a Home (Habitat) - Kate Brittenham - Front Pocket Gardens - Eco 1B
12:30 pm: Orchids 101: Basic Orchid Culture - Donna Wardlaw - Northeastern NY Orchid Society - 2A
1:00 pm: Ancient Heirlooms: Outstanding 21st Century Plants - Barb Melera - Harvesting History - 1A
1:00 pm: 50 Things to Make the Earth a Healthier Place - Pam Skripak - Home Earth Alliance - Eco 1B
1:30 pm: Styling a Bonsai - Sean Lamoureux - Bonsai Bar - 2A
2:00 pm: Carnivorous Plants of the World - Bill Schwartz - Clever Carnivores - 1A
2:00 pm: How to Advocate for Native Plants in Your Community - Jennifer Michelle - GreenTown Consulting - Eco 1B
2:30 pm: North American Japenese Garden Tour - David Besozzi - Educator, Passionate Gardener - 2A
3:00 pm: Ecological Landscapes Discussion Panel - Wild Ones Capital Region - 1A

Dates and Times:

March 22, 2024: 10:00 a.m - 6:00 p.m.
March 23, 2024: 10:00 a.m - 6:00 p.m.
March 24, 2024: 10:00 a.m - 5:00 p.m.

Location:

Hudson Valley Community College,
80 Vandenburgh Avenue,
Troy, NY 12180.

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