Britt Parrish (Botanically Be)
This Kokedama class introduces participants to the traditional Japanese art of creating moss ball plant displays. Attendees learn step-by-step how to form, wrap, and care for their own Kokedama, leaving with a beautiful, handmade piece to take home and the knowledge to care for it. Plants provided by Proven Winners Leafjoy. Supplies provided by Sol Soils and Mossify.
Sahnya Shulterbrandt (Texas On the Go)
What if the oak you see every day is hiding an entire world in plain sight? Meet Quercus and discover the invisible web of wildlife, plants, fungi, soil, water, and people connected to oaks. Learn why these often-overlooked trees matter to our communities—and how seeing them differently can change the way we plant, protect, and care for the living landscapes around us.
Sahnya Shulterbrandt (Texas On the Go)
Join Tia Sahnya and Trillo the Savvy Armadillo to discover the amazing secret jobs of Texas Native Plants!
PlantCon Special Guests
Get up close with some of PlantCon's favorite special guests in this lively, laugh-filled panel! Hear the stories behind their plant journeys, discover how they built their collections and communities, and get the inside scoop on their biggest wins, funniest moments, and favorite plant obsessions. Bring your questions for a live audience Q&A and enjoy a conversation full of tips, inspiration, and plenty of planty fun—you never know what stories (or surprises) will come up!
Matthew Henry (Aqua Rodeo)
Participants will be mounting a staghorn fern or other epiphyte onto a board. Participants will also receive instructions on how to mount, care, and additional information surrounding these plants.
PlantCon
Entries from the plant competition close at 2pm sharp. Make sure you register and drop off your plant with staff at the Plant Competition table to be considered. The winner will be announced and awarded at the Award Ceremony on Sunday at the DJ stage. Good luck!
Brian Brigantti (Red Leaf Ranch)
Join Brian from Red Leaf Ranch as he guides you through planting some of your very own abundance while sharing tips, tricks, and advice on how to cultivate abundance in your gardens and in life!
Marcus Bridgewater (Garden Marcus)
Join Garden Marcus, host of Discover Grow Bloom, for a planting demonstration and reading of his picture book See Marcus Grow! A book signing and meet & greet will follow. This family-friendly event will get children excited about plants, gardening, and growth.
Kossi Tchenawou (Only Plants)
What does your space say about you before you ever speak? In Ethos to Environment, entrepreneur, content creator, plant enthusiast, and OnlyPlants founder Kossi Tchenawou explores how our environments reflect our identities, cultures, memories, values, and growth. Through stories, humor, and conversation, we'll reflect on what makes a space feel like home and how plants and personal objects can help us create spaces that feel welcoming, authentic, and alive.
Sahnya Shulterbrandt (Texas On the Go)
Join Tia Sahnya and Trillo the Savvy Armadillo to discover the amazing secret jobs of Texas Native Plants!
Dash Collins (Bonsai Bar)
Take a break from the show floor and create your own bonsai from start to finish with Bonsai Bar. Choose your tree and pot, then learn to plant, style, and shape it with guidance from an expert instructor. No experience is needed and all tools and materials are provided. You'll leave with a one-of-a-kind bonsai, the knowledge to care for it, and access to Treeiage aftercare plus a Tree Guarantee for added peace of mind.
Alex Saint and Brian Brigantti (@LordSaint & Red Leaf Ranch)
Ready to take your plant obsession outdoors? Join us for a lively panel discussion on outdoor growing, from creating the right conditions to choosing plants that thrive in your climate. Hear tips, stories, and advice from experienced growers, and test your plant knowledge with trivia questions throughout the conversation for a chance to win prizes!
