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PlantCon Houston
Full Programming
VIP Tickets — September 14
Available through the ticket link sent by email.
General Admission Tickets — September 28
Available to the public on the PlantCon website.
10:30am
Workshop
Kokedama Workshop
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.
11am
Presentation
Oaks: The Tree You See, the World You Don't
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.
12pm
Kid's Area
Plant For What You Want to See in Your Garden
Join Tia Sahnya and Trillo the Savvy Armadillo to discover the amazing secret jobs of Texas Native Plants!
12:30pm
Panel & Meet & Greet
Special Guest Panel
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!
Workshop
Staghorn Mounting
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.
2pm
Announcement
Plant Competition Closes
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!
Workshop
Planting Abundance with Brian Brigantti
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!
Kid's Area & Meet & Greet
Planting Demonstration & Book Reading with 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.
3pm
Presentation
Ethos to Environment: Creating Spaces That Reflect Who We Are
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.
Kid's Area
Plant For What You Want to See in Your Garden
Join Tia Sahnya and Trillo the Savvy Armadillo to discover the amazing secret jobs of Texas Native Plants!
4pm
Workshop
Beginner Bonsai Class
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.
4:30pm
Panel & Game Show
Gardening and Growing Outdoors Panel and Game Show
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!
10am
Workshop
Herbal Tea Blending 101
Step into The Bloom Bar Experience, a hands-on herbal tea blending workshop where attendees will create their own custom tea blend using a curated selection of herbs. Guests will learn how to combine flavors for relaxation, digestion, or energy while crafting a blend tailored to their taste. Each guest will leave with a handcrafted tea blend that makes approximately 20–40 cups (2oz) or 60–80 cups (4oz), depending on how strong they prefer their tea, along with access to exclusive workshop-only pricing and perks at the This Flower Grows booth.
11am
Presentation & Demonstration
Vermicomposting: Long Live the Earthworm!
Explore the world of vermicomposting! Learn how to build a worm bin, what worms eat, and how to turn nutrient-rich castings into garden fertilizer and worm tea. See real working systems and discover why earthworms are essential garden helpers. The first 100 attendees receive a free bottle of Worm Elixir!
Kid's Area
Plant For What You Want to See in Your Garden
Join Tia Sahnya and Trillo the Savvy Armadillo to discover the amazing secret jobs of Texas Native Plants!
11:30am
Workshop
Kokedama Workshop
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.
12:30pm
Presentation
People of PlantCon Podcast Viewing
People of PlantCon, hosted by Trent Geer and Kiki Blantz of PlantCon's podcast team, show you one of the many great episodes of the podcast!
1:30pm
Workshop
She's a Climber!: Moss Pole 101
Join Sinclair “Sinki” Adams for a hands-on moss pole workshop at PlantCon Houston! Learn how to build your own moss pole, mount a climbing plant, and encourage bigger, fuller growth. We’ll cover choosing the right pole, packing sphagnum moss, and watering and feeding mounted plants. All materials are provided by Rudo Plants, and every attendee takes home the pole they build. Mi amor, bring your questions and let’s get climbing!
2pm
Kid's Area
Plant For What You Want to See in Your Garden
Join Tia Sahnya and Trillo the Savvy Armadillo to discover the amazing secret jobs of Texas Native Plants!
3pm
Workshop
Tissue Culture 101 w/ Paolinating Plant Shop
Join us for a fun, hands-on workshop where you'll learn how to successfully transition a tissue culture plant from its sterile container into a thriving home environment. We'll guide you through each step of the acclimation process, explain why it's important, and share tips to help your rare plant flourish long after you take it home.
4pm
Announcement
Award Ceremony
Come join us at 4pm at the DJ stage to celebrate the winners of the Plant Competition, Exhibitor Rewards and the Houston Local Hero Award.
Game Show
Plant BINGO
Join PlantCon staff for 20 fast-paced rounds of Plant BINGO! Learn fun care tips and facts about each featured plant while playing for the chance to win plants, merch, and more. Whether you’re a beginner or longtime collector, this interactive game is the perfect mix of plant knowledge and prizes. One bingo card per person.
4:30pm
Workshop
Mossarium Workshop
Recommended for beginners and experts alike, this one-hour class led by an instructor will walk you step by step through every stage of building your thriving jar ecosystem from dirt to leaf. After assembling your one-of-a-kind creation, the class ends with a thorough review on how to keep your new plants alive and thriving for years (or even decades) to come.