Events
Check here for upcoming special events, volunteer opportunities & more!
Collaborative Gardeners Mastermind – Ongoing
Join our networking space for garden coaches, garden designers, garden maintenance companies, and cut flower farmers. Meet over Zoom throughout the winter and reap the benefits of talking to other business owners in a similar industry. Learn how they are running their businesses and bring your own challenges to talk through together. Grow your biz in a supportive community.
We’ll discuss:
- Residual forms of income
- Knowing your worth and how to set a fair rate
- Hiring and management
- And more!
Join by filling out our Contact Us page and selecting “Collaborative Gardeners Mastermind.” Jen will reach out with next steps.
Backyard Mini Series Workshop 2026
Ready to bring your backyard to life? Our Backyard Mini-Series Workshop is here to guide and inspire you through every season! Join us on April 18, June 6, and October 10 for a fun and informative three-part series where you’ll learn practical design tips, seasonal gardening know-how, and creative ideas to help you create an outdoor space you’ll enjoy all year long. (spring clean-up, mid-season maintenance, and fall clean-up). Space is limited so please sign up.
When: April 18, June 6, and October 10
Where: Macomb, MI (address will be sent to those who register)
Cost: Free
How to register: http://www.mythymegardens.com/events
What to bring: Boots, weather-appropriate clothes, and gloves if you have them; if not, we have you covered
Register by filling out this Google Form
Exploring the World of Weeds with Jen
“Weeds: The Wild, Wicked, & Wonderful”
Join Jen for an in-depth look at the world of weeds! Learn the secrets behind these persistent plants, effective strategies to eliminate them from your garden, professional tips to prevent their return, and discover which beneficial weeds are worth planting. Perfect for anyone looking to manage weeds in a sustainable, informed way.
- Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 1 pm at Clinton-Macomb Public Library. This talk is brought to you by Clinton-Macomb Adult Services. Attendees will need to sign up before the event. Program registration opens two weeks prior to the event, so participants can sign up starting May 2nd at 9 AM. More information here.
- Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 6:30 pm at at Macomb County Extension Office. 21885 Dunham Road Verkuilen Building #12 Clinton Township, MI 48036.
- Wednesday, Nov 11, 2026 at 11:40pm at at Troy Garden Club. Big Beaver United Methodist Church, 3753 John R. Road, Troy, MI 48083. Guest Fee $1.
From Lawn to Life: Garden Designing with Jen
“Garden Design: Less Lawn, More Life”
Join Jen for a welcoming, beginner-friendly introduction to garden design. You’ll explore classic design principles, how to use native plants creatively, reduce your lawn, attract more life to your space, and have fun experimenting along the way.
This session is perfect for anyone who wants to engage with their garden in a more holistic, sustainable, and joy-filled way.
- Monday, April 6, 2026 at 10 am at Macomb Community College – MORE. Macomb Community College – Center Campus, University Center Building I, Lecture Hall B; 44575 Garfield Rd, Clinton Township, MI 48038. Attendees will need to sign up before the event. Program registration opens in March. More information here.
Intuitive Garden Design Workshop
Have you been wanting to try your hand at garden design? Jen is offering a virtual garden design workshop that will empower you to create a garden that expresses your values.
Over Zoom, we’ll rekindle the wonder of connecting with nature as we did in childhood. Through guided visualizations, we’ll revisit magical moments in nature, reflecting on how our younger selves engaged with the natural world.
Together, we’ll channel that magic into designing garden spaces that feel deeply personal and meaningful. By tapping into intuition, we’ll uncover what your garden is yearning to express. You’ll also explore the art of co-designing with the earth, embracing practices that align harmoniously with the ecosystem and cultivate a balanced, vibrant space.
- Sharpen your design skills and confidence
- Jumpstart your garden plans for the next growing season with a list of plants for your beds and the proper tools
- Discover field-tested maintenance methods
Session 1:
You’ll choose from three basic design templates, provided ahead of time. We’ll dive into the fundamentals of garden design and how to apply core design principles. Together, we’ll explore plant growth habits, selecting the right plants for the right spaces, seasonality in the garden, green mulching, and incorporating native plants for a thriving, sustainable landscape.
Between classes, you’ll use a new template to create a sketch outline of a garden bed for your own yard.
Session 2:
We’ll build on your design by adding key design elements, developing a planting plan, and fine-tuning your plant selection to bring your vision to life for the upcoming growing season.
Office Hours:
Students are welcome to show their work and talk through any challenges they’re working through, such as design or plant selection.
After this workshop, you will have the opportunity to book an additional one-on-one session with Jen to address any further questions.
Skill Level: Beginner
Sign up here!