KCCG's 2026 Free Workshop Schedule

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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Planning, Selecting, and Planting Fruit Trees & Berry Bushes

Friday, January 23rd @ 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 6th @ 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 ensure a bountiful harvest.

Vegetable Garden Basics

Friday, February 13th @ 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.

Cool Season Vegetable Crops

Thursday, February 19th @ 4pm

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.

Hands-On Dormant Season Pruning

Friday, February 20th @ 12pm

All fruit trees and plants require some sort of maintenance, from pruning to thinning to pest management. Learn what to do, why to do it and when to do it. Learn about spring pruning in the garden. This workshop will be outside in the garden, weather permitting.

Growing Brassicas In Your Garden

Friday, February 27th @ 12pm
The Brassicas (sometimes called the cabbage family) are a very important group of vegetables that include cabbage, broccoli, collards, cauliflower, Brussels sprouts, kale, kohlrabi, radish, mustard, turnips and more.  These vegetables share some common characteristics and pest problems. Learn how to grow Brassicas successfully.

Deep Roots Native Plant Workshop

Thursday, March 12th @ 4pm

Winter is the perfect time to dream, design, and prepare for a thriving native garden. Join us for this planning workshop with Kay Thomason from 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

Gardening in Raised Beds

Friday, March 13th @ 12pm

Discover the many benefits of raised bed gardening. Learn how to construct your own raised beds and how to plant in them for maximum efficiency.

Controlling Insects in the Garden

Thursday, March 26th @ 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.

Sustainable Gardening Practices

Friday, April 3rd @ 12pm

Learn all about sustainable gardening practices.

Composting for SYGs & CPGs

Thursday, April 9th @ 4pm

Learn all about composting for SYGs and CPGs.

Tomatoes, Peppers, & Sweet Potatoes

Friday, April 17th @ 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 7th @ 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 5th @ 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 17th @ 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.

Garlic & Winter Garden Management

Friday, August 21st @ 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.

Closing Down the Garden & Prepping for Next Season

Friday, October 2nd @12pm

Learn more about closing down your garden for the winter and prepping for the next season.