KCCG Free Workshops

KCCG workshops will be held in-person this year at our Swope Park headquarters:
6917 Kensington Avenue
Kansas City, MO 64132

We offer video recordings and powerpoint downloads of some workshops on our Virtual Workshop page.

To reserve a seat, click the “Register” button below.

Please note – if the workshop isn’t listed on the form, that means we are at capacity.

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Selecting Fruit Trees & Berry Bushes

Friday, January 24th @ 12pm

Add fruit to your garden or learn more about the best fruit varieties for our area. We will discuss the fruit plant varieties offered by KCCG as well as basic fruit planting techniques.

Fruit Tree Care & Maintenance

Friday, February 7th @ 12pm

Fruit trees can be incredibly rewarding, but it takes work to get that reward year after year. Learn pruning and pest management techniques and timing for fruit trees and berries to insure a bountiful harvest.

Cool Season Vegetable Crops

Friday, February 14th @ 12pm

Give in to your spring gardening fever and get outside to plant a spring vegetable garden.  Learn about selecting, planting and caring for vegetables that thrive in the cool spring weather.

Potatoes & Onions

Wednesday, February 19th @ 4pm

Add fruit to your garden or learn more about the best fruit varieties for our area. We will discuss the fruit plant varieties offered by KCCG as well as basic fruit planting techniques.

Hands-On Dormant Season Pruning

Friday, February 21st @ 12pm

Fruit trees can be incredibly rewarding, but it takes work to get that reward year after year. Learn pruning and pest management techniques and timing for fruit trees and berries to insure a bountiful harvest.

Vegetable Garden Basics

Friday, February 28th @ 12pm

This workshop is helpful for beginning and experienced gardeners.  Learn the fundamentals of successful vegetable gardening including:  site selection, soil improvement and preparation, garden planning, planting techniques, variety selection, garden maintenance and harvesting.

Garden Soils

Friday, March 14th @ 12pm
Healthy soil is the foundation for a good garden but how can you improve your soil to reach that goal?  Learn the basics of building your soil and how to properly use compost and fertilizers.

Controlling Insects in the Garden

Thursday, March 27th @ 4pm

Do you ever wonder whether the insects in your garden are helping or harming your plants? Learn about the common insects found in our area so that you can identify garden pests as well as the beneficial insects. We will also discuss how to control problem insects safely and effectively.

Garden Weed Management

Friday, April 4th @ 12pm

Weeds can be a constant headache when trying to grow a garden. Learn all about the best tips and practices to prevent and control weeds in your garden.

Tomatoes, Peppers, & Sweet Potatoes

Friday, April 18th @ 12pm
Are you overwhelmed by the number of tomato varieties available?  Are you confused about heirloom tomatoes?  Do your pepper plants not produce as many peppers as you would like?  Are you disappointed when you dig up your sweet potatoes?  Come learn how to select, plant and care for tomatoes, peppers and sweet potatoes.

Planting For Beneficial Insects & Pollinators

Thursday, May 1st @ 4pm

Insectary or pollinator gardens are great ways to lure beneficial insects to your yard and garden. Learn about what native wildflowers and common culinary herbs you can use to create a more eco-friendly, bio-diverse garden.

Controlling Insects in the Garden

Friday, June 6th @ 12pm

Do you ever wonder whether the insects in your garden are helping or harming your plants? Learn about the common insects found in our area so that you can identify garden pests as well as the beneficial insects. We will also discuss how to control problem insects safely and effectively.

How To Have a Successful Fall Garden

Friday, July 18th @ 12pm
Gardening doesn’t end with tomatoes and zucchini.  Don’t miss Kansas City’s bountiful third gardening season. You can plant cool season vegetables in July and August for a long and delicious fall garden harvest in September, October and November!  Learn the details of what and when to plant for best results.

Hands-On Fruit Tree Summer Pruning

Thursday, Aug 21st @ 10am-12pm
Come learn how to prune fruit trees that are producing fruit in season. We’ll be focusing on excessive growth and topping trees. We’ll focus on older pear, apple, and Asian pears. Please bring pruners if you have them.

Extending the Gardening Season

Friday, August 22nd @12pm

Just because we have had frost and hard freezes that should not prevent you from growing food. Many cool season crops can grow well into the winter with a little protection from the elements. Learn what crops grow best and how to extend them into the winter and how to get a jump on harvest in the early spring.

Garlic & Winter Garden Management

Friday, October 10th @ 12pm

Garlic is the foundation of many recipes where they add so much flavor. They are some of the best crops to grow for eating year- round from your garden because they store well. Join us to learn how to grow them successfully and increase your harvest and learn the best practices for winter garden management.

Plan Now, Bloom Later:
Designing Your Garden from the Ground Up

Friday, October 24th @ 12pm

Winter is the perfect time to dream, design, and prepare for a thriving native garden. Join us at noon on October 24th for this planning workshop. Kay Thomason with Deep Roots KC will dig into the essentials of planning a garden bed that supports both beauty and biodiversity. 

Learn how to prepare your garden beds during the dormant season, explore design principles that make planting easier and more effective, and discover native plant choices that are perfect for beginners. Whether you’re starting from scratch or refining an existing space, you’ll leave with the knowledge and inspiration to create a resilient, living landscape that comes to life in spring. Register here for this workshop.