Listed below are lectures, workshops and programs available to groups. Materials needed are listed under each program title. Lecture and workshop fees vary according to the type of program and the location. Please call 804-278-9006 for a fee schedule.

• Gardening for Butterflies and Birds - Learn how to attract butterflies and birds to your garden through proper landscaping.
  
  
• Gardening with Children - Find out how to inspire and involve children in one of America's favorite hobbies - gardening.
  
  
• Container Gardening - Discover the secret of container gardening from choosing the container and plants to proper maintenance.
  
  
• The Good, Bad and Ugly of Landscaping - Learn from the mistakes (and successes) of others. Proper plant selection, mulching and pruning are just a few of the topics covered.
  
  

Demonstration Lectures Materials needed: at least one 6' table, preferably two; trashcan Garden Inspired Floral Designs - Create dazzling designs suitable for home entertainment and special events using materials from the garden supplemented by florist flowers. This lecture can be adapted for particular themes and seasons. Some of the designs will be given as door prizes.

Floral design lecture at Fine Art & Flowers, Everson Museum of Art, Syracuse, New York

Working with participants in a Christmas wreath workshop at Historic Christ Church, Irvington, Virginia

These workshops are custom designed for your group. The group the design theme and David Pippin provides all floral materials (flowers, foliage, Oasis™, tape, containers, etc.) needed to complete the project. Participants bring their own clippers; gloves and smocks are optional. Workshops last 1½ - 2 hours and are open to beginning and experienced designers. Minimum participants 10; maximum 25.