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PlantCon Seattle
Full Programming
10:30am
Workshop
Tissue Culture Workshop
Have you always wanted to try tissue culture plants but aren't sure where to start? Join Patrick and Tiffany from The Plant and The Pour for a live, hands-on deflasking workshop where you will work through every step of the acclimation process alongside them and get your questions answered along the way. Best of all, you will leave with your very first TC plant and the confidence to grow it at home. Whether you are brand new to tissue culture or just need some guidance, this one's for you.
11am
Presentation
Hidden Gems of the Tropics: Exploring Rare Southeast Asian Plants
Step into the lush, biodiverse world of Southeast Asia and discover the rare and extraordinary plants that thrive in its tropical ecosystems. From the vibrant hues of jewel orchids to the overharvesting for profit of bucephalandra, this talk highlights the beauty and significance of botanical treasurers from Southeast Asia. Whether you are a plant enthusiast, a conservationist, or simply curious about nature's hidden gems, this talk will leave you inspired to protect and cherish these irreplaceable species.
12pm
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
Demystifying Fertilizers
Fertilizing & watering house plants can be tricky, but it doesn't have to be! In this presentation, we clear up some of the confusion regarding how much to water, how often, and when exactly to feed plants with which specific fertilizers - especially those rare and sensitive plants you recently got! By the end of this presentation, you'll see how easy it can be to take proper care of plants - no more guessing how much water and fertilizer to use!
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. Winner will be announced and awarded at the Award Ceremony at 4pm on Sunday at the dj stage. Good Luck!
Workshop
Beginner Bonsai w/ 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.
3pm
Panel
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!
4pm
Workshop
Pingdom Recipe Workshop
The class is designed to function as a premium creative plant workshop with a differentiated “living carnivorous landscape” concept. Students will be designing a miniature living landscape using carnivorous pinguicula, dragonstone, and Japanese-inspired hardscape principles.
4:30pm
Presentation
Cultivation Over Exploitation: The Genus Bucephalandra
"Cultivation over Exploitation" focuses on Bucephalandra and other rheophytic plants, covering proper cultivation, species identification, and the importance of sustainable growing practices in the aquarium hobby. I’ll also share some of my experiences dissecting and studying Bucephalandra inflorescences, along with techniques for growing these plants long term.
10am
Workshop
Cork Mounting Workshop
Create your own piece of living art in this hands-on mounted plant workshop! You'll learn how to attach a plant to natural cork bark using simple techniques that are beginner-friendly and easy to recreate at home. Step-by-step, you'll be guided through preparing your plant, securing it with fishing line, and creating a beautiful display while receiving personalized tips and assistance along the way. You'll also leave with care instructions to help your living artwork thrive for years to come. All materials are provided, and no prior experience is needed.
11am
Panel
Pacific Northwest Panel
Celebrate the incredible plant culture of the Pacific Northwest with a panel featuring local growers, collectors, nursery owners, and community leaders who know the region best. From native plants and rare tropicals to the unique challenges and joys of growing in the PNW, this lively conversation is packed with expert insights, local recommendations, and plenty of stories that capture what makes the Pacific Northwest such a special place for plant lovers. Whether you're a lifelong local or just discovering the region, you'll leave inspired and ready to grow.
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 podcst!
1:30pm
Workshop
From Surviving to Thriving - The Orchid Reset Workshop
Orchids aren’t fragile — they’re specific. In this hands-on workshop, you will learn about some of the best beginner-friendly orchids to grow, how to create the right environment, prune with confidence, mix proper orchid media, and repot your orchid step-by-step. Perfect for beginners ready to stop guessing and start growing. Bring your questions — no experience needed. Orchid supplied by Emerald City Orchids.
3pm
Workshop
Jewel Orchid Terrarium Workshop
Join us for an exciting hands-on workshop and create your own stunning Jewel Orchid Terrarium! Guided by Michael Meechan from Mizu Mori, you will learn the art of Japanese terrarium design while building a beautiful terrarium to take home with you. Michael is the first and only instructor in the USA teaching this unique Japanese-style terrarium scaping utilizing jewel orchids. This beginner-friendly workshop is perfect for all experience levels and we will be there to answer all of your questions!
Presentation
Ferntastic Mosses and Where to Find Them
A look at some of the plants and fungi that make the PNW so whimsical: ferns, mosses, conifers, and so many mushrooms. We’ll take a look at why they thrive in the Seattle area and where they can be found in some of the many parks in the region, as well as the ways plants and fungi reproduce and spread so prolifically.
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 Seattle Local Hero Award.
4:30pm
Gameshow
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.