KCCG Workshops

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

or at a public library. Details for library workshops are below.

Video recordings and powerpoint downloads of all workshops can be viewed on our Virtual Workshop page.

To reserve a seat, click the "Register" button below.

Please Note:

You can only register for workshops 2 months in advance. If you don't see a workshop listed on the registration page within the next 2 months, that means it's at capacity.

2024 Free Workshops

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Selecting Fruit Trees & Berry Bushes

Friday, January 26th @ 12pm-1pm

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.

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Fruit Tree Care & Maintenance

Friday, February 9th @ 12pm-1pm

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.

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Cool Season Spring Vegetable Crops

Friday, February 16th @ 12:00pm-1:00pm

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.

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Hands-On Fruit Tree & Small Fruit Pruning

Friday, February 23rd @ 12:00pm-1:00pm

All fruit 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 dormant pruning in the garden. Workshop will be held inside for first potion and outside in the garden for second portion (weather permitting). 

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Johnson-Su Compost Info + Building

Saturday, February 24th @ 9am-3pm
Whether you farm, garden, or care for your backyard, everyone interested in learning is invited to join this work and learn session on composting. Presented by Marty Craft and Don Lourie of Colville Compost. Lunch provided.
Please note: this is not part of the KCCG workshop series. Please RSVP here.
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Vegetable Garden Basics

Friday, March 1st @ 12:00pm-1:00pm

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.

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Organic Gardening

Friday, March 15th @ 12:00pm-1:00pm

Many gardeners are interested in growing organically but what does “Organic Gardening” really mean? Come and learn how to apply organic methods in your own garden by avoiding synthetic pesticides and fertilizers while using natural building a foundation of healthy soil.

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Hands-On in the Garden - Planting Cool Season Crops

Tuesday, March 26th @ 5:30pm-6:30pm

Come see planting techniques for cool season vegetable crops being demonstrated in the Beanstalk Children’s Garden. We will be demonstrating planting seeds, vegetable plants, seed potatoes, onion sets and onion plant. Other demonstration will include; preparing the soil for planting, mulching and watering after planting.Workshop will be held outside in the garden (weather permitting).  Limited to 20 participants.

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Growing Herbs

Friday, April 5th @ 12:00pm-1:00pm

Growing fresh herbs in your own backyard is easy and it can be a wonderful complement to your vegetable garden. There are so many varieties of herbs that it is often overwhelming to the beginning herb gardener. The workshop will cover all aspects of herb gardening with a special  focus on the important culinary herbs.

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Tomatoes, Peppers and Sweet Potatoes

Friday, April 19th @ 12pm - 1pm

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.

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Hands-On in the Garden - Planting Warm Season Crops

Tuesday, April 30th @ 5:30pm-6:30pm

Come see planting techniques for warm season vegetable crops being demonstrated in the Beanstalk Children’s Garden. We will be demonstrating planting warm season seeds and vegetable plants. Other demonstration will include; preparing the soil for planting, mulching and watering after planting.Workshop will be held outside in the garden (weather permitting).  Limited to 20 participants.

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Planting for Beneficial Insects and Pollinators

Friday, May 3rd @ 12:00pm-1:00pm

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.

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Controlling Insects in the Garden

Friday, June 7th @ 12:00pm-1:00pm

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.

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Hands-On in the Garden - Garden Maintenance & Care

Tuesday, June 11th @ 5:30pm-6:30pm

Learn how to plant and care for cool season crops! Workshop will be held outside in the garden (weather permitting).  Limited to 20 participants.

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How to Have a Successful Fall Garden

Friday, July 19th @ 12:00pm-1:00pm

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.

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Extending the Gardening Season

Friday, August 16th @ 12:00pm-1:00pm

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.

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Growing Great Garlic & Onions

Friday, October 11th @ 12:00pm-1:00pm

Garlic and onions are 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.

Satellite Workshops at KC Public Libraries

Please RSVP at the links below each workshop. We will cap the workshops at 30 people. Location included in workshop descriptions.
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Selecting Fruit Trees & Berry Bushes

Thursday, February 15th @ 6pm-8pm

Ruiz Public Library
2017 W Pennway St
Kansas City, MO 64108

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.

RSVP Here

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Planting A Garden 101

Monday, March 4th @ 1pm-2pm

Central Library
14 W 10th St
Kansas City, MO 64105

This workshop will teach you how the fundamentals of planting techniques for beginner gardeners.

RSVP Here

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Growing Herbs

Wednesday, March 13th @ 6:00pm-8:00pm

Plaza Public Library/Cohen Center Room
4801 Main St
Kansas City, MO 64112

Growing fresh herbs in your own backyard is easy and it can be a wonderful complement to your vegetable garden. There are so many varieties of herbs that it is often overwhelming to the beginning herb gardener. The workshop will cover all aspects of herb gardening with a special  focus on the important culinary herbs.

RSVP Here

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Cool Season Spring Vegetable Crops

Saturday, March 16th @ 10am-12pm

Southeast Branch/Main Library Space
6242 Swope Pkwy
Kansas City, MO 64130

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.

RSVP Here

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Vegetable Garden Basics

Wednesday, March 20th @ 6:00pm-8:00pm

Bluford Branch/Conference Center
3050 Prospect Ave
Kansas City, MO 64128

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.

RSVP Here

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Gardens Soils, Compost and Fertilizer

Wednesday, March 27th @ 6:00pm-8:00pm

Plaza Public Library/Cohen Center Room
4801 Main St
Kansas City, MO 64112

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.

RSVP Here

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Vegetable Garden Basics

Wednesday, April 3rd @ 6:00pm-8:00pm

Northeast Branch/Conference Room
6000 Wilson Ave
Kansas City, MO 64123

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.

RSVP Here

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Organic Gardening

Thursday, April 18th @ 6:00pm-8:00pm

Ruiz Public Library
2017 W Pennway St
Kansas City, MO 64108

Many gardeners are interested in growing organically but what does “Organic Gardening” really mean? Come and learn how to apply organic methods in your own garden by avoiding synthetic pesticides and fertilizers while using natural building a foundation of healthy soil.

RSVP Here

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Growing Great Garlic & Onions

Thursday, October 10th @ 6:00pm-8:00pm

Ruiz Public Library
2017 W Pennway St
Kansas City, MO 64108

Garlic and onions are 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.

RSVP Here