Designing with Edible Plants

A fresh look at a growing trend

Learn how to turn traditional notions of what “ornamental” means upside-down as you discover how to integrate beautiful edibles and edible beauty into your flower beds, vegetable patch, and menu.

Meet familiar plants with unexpected design value. As well as unusual plants that can be safe to eat (or not!). And begin to think about your garden – and about edible plants – in exciting new ways. This colourful, inspiring presentation comes with a two-page handout, including all the top tips we’ve covered and a list of resources. No matter how big your space, you’ll grow your knowledge and find delicious ideas!

Wow. Great talk, and well done! It is a lot to think about!” – Attendee comment

About Helen Battersby

Helen is a popular garden speaker and award-winning garden writer. And she tells a great story, supported by eye candy, emotion, and information, in just the right balance.

Enjoy her fun delivery and inspiring images from Canada, the US, UK, and Europe. Helen is comfortable in just about any setting, in person and online. These range from the Master Gardener stage at Canada’s largest garden show, Canada Blooms, to a garden tour keynote in a small private garden – and in the pouring rain.

She has frequently presented for the Toronto Botanical Garden’s teaching program, weathered snow storms for in-person events at Toronto and area garden clubs, business and social groups. And she has addressed appreciative Zoom audiences across Canada.