Learning & Growing Together

At the heart of the Hopkinton Garden Club is a shared passion for gardening and a commitment to learning. Our members gain knowledge not only through hands-on experience, but also by learning from one another and from engaging, expert-led presentations at our monthly meetings.

Each year, the Club hosts a “Speaker Series” featuring 4 to 6 guest speakers who bring fresh ideas, practical advice, and inspiration to our members. These presentations cover a wide range of gardening-related topics—from native plants, pollinator habitats, and sustainable landscaping, to floral design, vegetable gardening, and seasonal care tips.

Speakers include horticultural professionals, landscape designers, master gardeners, and others who bring unique perspectives and expertise to the table. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or just starting out, there's always something new to discover and take back to your own garden.

Our programs provide an inviting space to ask questions, share experiences, and connect with others who are passionate about cultivating beauty and sustainability—right here in our own backyards.

The Hopkinton Garden Club Speaker Series is supported in part by a grant from the Hopkinton Cultural Council through the Massachusetts Cultural Council LCC program. 

Check our website in the weeks leading up to each talk for details about the program and how to attend, especially if you’re not yet a member but would like to join us for a session!

October 22, 2025 7:30PM In Person/Zoom	Laurence Magner & Carolyn Iacoviello Cactus & Succulent Society of MA
November 18, 2025 7:30PM In Person/Zoom	Diane Suda Ikenobo Ikebana Society of Boston Ikenobo Flower Arranging Demo MEMBERS ONLY
January 20, 2026 7:30PM Zoom	Emily Dutra Butterfly Effect Farm, "Gardening for Wildlife with Native Plants"
February 17, 2026 7:30PM Zoom	Jen Kettell "A Camel's Garden: Drought Tolerant Plants for a Changing Climate"
March 17, 2026 7:30PM In Person/Zoom	Nico Labreux "Healing Power of Herbs and Herbs in Your Garden"   MEMBERS ONLY
April 21, 2026 7:30PM In Person/Zoom	Warren Leach "Quenching Heat, Humidity, & Drought Gardens that Dazzle—Withstanding the Dog Days and Onward"