29th Annual Winter Lecture: How's the Wow?
Schedule
Sat Feb 21 2026 at 02:00 pm to 04:00 pm
UTC-05:00Location
Lenox Memorial Middle and High School | Pittsfield, MA
Advertisement
On Saturday, Feb. 21, at 2 p.m., celebrated horticulturist Karl Gercens III will explore how bold color, unexpected plant pairings and fearless experimentation create moments of surprise and delight. Drawing on his work at Longwood Gardens, Gercens will teach how to bring the "Wow" to your own garden, transforming ordinary spaces into extraordinary experiences. Reception to follow.Don’t miss this dynamic and visually inspiring talk, perfect for garden enthusiasts of all levels!
Members: $40/Non-Members: $55
To register, visit BerkshireBotanical.org
Raised on a 10,000-acre cotton plantation in Mississippi, Gersens' passion for horticulture began early. The long Southern growing seasons gave him room to experiment and innovate, eventually leading him to earn a B.S. in Ornamental Horticulture from Mississippi State University. His impressive career includes internships at Walt Disney World and the Filoli Estate in California, and today he curates many of the spectacular seasonal displays in Longwood’s world-famous four-acre Conservatory. With a distinctive eye for combining colorful trees, shrubs, and perennials, Karl’s work has earned him recognition across the country and around the world. He has visited public gardens in all 50 U.S. states and over 24 countries, each journey deepening his expertise and inspiration.
Speaker lodging generously donated by Element in Lenox, Mass.
Advertisement
Where is it happening?
Lenox Memorial Middle and High School, Bousquet Summit, Sasha's Chute, Pittsfield, MA 01201, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
Know what’s Happening Next — before everyone else does.
