You Can Make a Difference

A Masterclass Series full of practical guidance and perfect plantings for a diverse pollinator garden.

June 13 through July 17

The Pollinator Gardening Masterclass Series is live, month-long event inside the Gardens That Matter community. Learn new plants, meet fascinating pollinators and people, and take action to build a garden that nourishes you and the planet.

"If I had to make the choice again, to sign up to learn from this community, I would make the same choice that I made before. I would sign up again. Gardens That Matter has made a world of difference. I have a garden that I can eat from and delight in. That’s exactly what I wanted when I joined."

- Christine Sagredo

You’ve listened to the advice, you’ve done some research, your mind is full of visions, and you’ve put some plants in the ground (or containers) and you think:

Pfew, I’ve done it. My garden is growing!

One more item to check off the to-do list. 🙌

But your garden isn’t quite what you’d imagined...

Where are the pollinators that will bring your garden to life and the planet to balance?

Unlock the potential of your garden by creating the habitats that pollinators need to forage and reproduce.

The Essentials

In the live virtual classes with Pollinator Educator and Gardener, Kim Bailey, you'll learn how to grow from "I want to help pollinators" to "Wow, my garden is buzzing with pollinators!"

You’ll also be able to learn from live Q&A sessions with your host Amy Landers and a special interview with monarch educator and guide Estela Romero. And you can enjoy chats in our private community of gardeners.

Through July 17, you will have access to:

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Creating Monarch Habitat

June 13 at 7pm ET

Invite monarchs to lunch by growing the nectar and host plants they need throughout the season! Take an in-depth look at their natural history, migration, and habitat needs. 

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Discover Native Bees

June 20 at 7pm ET

The gentle native bees buzzing in your garden often go unnoticed, but they are excellent pollinators. Meet some of this diverse group and discover what they need to flourish.

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Hooked on Hummingbirds

June 27 at 7pm ET

These hovering jewels captivate us with their fearless nature and powers of flight. Explore how to attract them with nectar plants and learn best practices for feeders.

Can’t make the live sessions? No problem.  You’ll have full access to the recordings.

*Available through July 17. Sign up for membership to get ongoing access. 

The Bonuses

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One-Month Membership

Today through July 17

Enjoy complimentary membership in the Gardens That Matter Network for one month. Join weekly virtual meetups, connect with fellow gardeners, and exchange stories and ideas in the community.

The network's website and mobile app make it easy to access classes and resources anytime.

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Monarchs in Mexico

Released June 15

Monarchs spend their winter in the high mountains of central Mexico. Hear first-hand about their journey and winter home from Estela Romero from Angangueo, Mexico.

Estela is native to the region and an expert educator and guide. This multi-part video interview was filmed during a visit Estela made to North Carolina several years ago.

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How to Grow a Pollinator Café

Available On-Demand

This introductory class will give you the framework you need to make your yard a 5-star stop for pollinators.

The class includes 7 short video lessons and a printable workbook to help create and expand the pollinator habitat in your yard.

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"Bring Your Own Nectar" Pollinator Q&A

July 11 at 7pm ET with Amy

Mix up your favorite beverage and join a relaxed question and answer session about pollinators. Before we gather, I hope you'll post in the main feed to share an idea or recipe for a drink with ingredients fresh from your garden!

As a Masterclass Series student, you'll also have a special opportunity to become a member of Gardens That Matter.

I love the environment you’ve created here! The material is simple to understand and you pick good topics that help me grow. It’s a place where people can contribute and feel like their contributions are a part of something bigger. The community aspect is like a garden all its own.

- Simone Frerk

Put Your Ideas Into Action

Create that lush front-yard feature, a mini meadow you explore with your kids, a colorful bundle of potted plants on your balcony, or a pattern of bright blooms woven into your veggie garden. A pollinator-friendly garden can be many things.

Your Guides for the Pollinator Gardening Series

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Kim Bailey

Pollinator Educator and Gardener

Kim has worked as an environmental educator for over 20 years. She first visited the monarch overwintering sanctuaries in Mexico in 2002 and has since co-led several trips to the area. She now grows milkweed, flowers, fruits, and vegetables at her family’s farm in Fruitland, NC.

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Amy Landers

Gardens That Matter Host

Amy is the lead instructor and co-founder of the Gardens That Matter community network. She’s a nature nerd, writer and mom of three boys. She and her husband (and co-founder) Colby believe our home gardens are the key to better food, a better life, and a better planet. She’s always excited to see butterflies and bees in the garden.

With Videos Featuring Special Guest

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Estela Romero

Monarch Educator and Guide

Estela coordinates the Symbolic Migration international monarch education program from her home in Angangueo, Mexico. She is a direct link to the happenings in the monarch sanctuaries each spring and fall. With untiring enthusiasm she educates Mexican students and international visitors about monarch conservation and habitat protection.

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Pollinator Gardening Masterclass Series

$25
  • Three live, online classes on gardening for butterflies, native bees, and hummingbird
  • On-demand access to "How to Grow a Pollinator Café" introductory class
  • Printable workbook for planning the habitat in your yard
  • Monarchs in Mexico: A multi-part interview with Estela Romero
  • Weekly meetups to connect and ask questions
  • One-month of membership in the Gardens That Matter network (includes mobile app)

Pollinator Conservation

When you join the Pollinator Gardening Series, you're not just helping the pollinators in your yard. You're also supporting international conservation and education.

50% of each purchase will go to support the Symbolic Monarch Migration, a program with a 25-year history of engaging children in Canada, USA, and Mexico in learning authentic lessons of conservation and cooperation.

The Symbolic Migration is a partnership project between Journey North and Monarchs Across Georgia, a committee of the Environmental Education Alliance.

Equity & Access

We offer a sliding scale for our monthly membership fee so that we can create both an accessible community and a sustainable business.

We're also dedicated to supporting gardeners who are BIPOC and growers working to rematriate land and build seed sovereignty through sponsored memberships.

To get started, send me a quick note at amy@gardensthatmatter.com. No pressure and no stress. We'll work together to find a payment option or sponsorship level that fits your needs.

Green Thumb Guarantee

Try Gardens That Matter...100% RISK FREE. We have a 30-day unconditional money-back guarantee.

If you aren't satisfied, you can simply send me an email (amy@gardensthatmatter.com) requesting a refund, and I'll make arrangements immediately.

The best part is this: If you think this program will help you in your gardening journey, you should join today.

Because you can attend the classes and meetups and explore the community...and see if it's right for you. No guess work needed.

I want you to be thrilled with your purchase. That's why I'm happy to offer this risk-free guarantee.
Amy

Ready to make an impact this summer?

Join the Pollinator Gardening Masterclass Series today. After you checkout, you'll gain immediate access to the community website and mobile app. You can begin to explore, learn, and connect right away. We look forward to seeing you inside!