April Reflections in the Garden
Topic: Garden to the Max
Maximalist gardening celebrates abundance, bold color, and personal expression. In this lively presentation, author and garden editor Teresa Woodard will share insights from her upcoming book Garden to the Max. She will highlight creative gardeners from across the country who use dramatic plant groupings, layered textures, and imaginative design to turn any space into a joyful garden experience. Teresa will explain how maximalism goes beyond simply adding more plants. She will show how to curate collections with intention, use color with confidence, and create lush habitats that support wildlife. Attendees will leave inspired to build expressive gardens that bring joy to both people and the natural world.
Speaker: Teresa Woodard, Award Winning Author and Magazine Writer and Editor
About the Speaker:
Teresa Woodard is an award winning author, magazine writer, and garden editor with more than sixteen years of experience creating engaging and nationally recognized garden content. She is the author of Garden to the Max which will be released by Timber Press in 2025 and co author of American Roots which highlights home garden design ideas from across the country. She is also the co author of The Gravel Garden which will be coming from Timber Press in 2027.
Her work has appeared in regional and national publications including Better Homes and Gardens and Country Gardens and she currently serves as contributing garden editor for Midwest Living. Outside of her editorial work, Teresa gardens at her home near Columbus, Ohio, volunteers at an urban youth garden, and provides guidance to America in Bloom communities throughout the United States. Her writing, photography collaborations, and hands on garden experience all reflect her passion for helping people design expressive and nature supporting outdoor spaces.
Event Details:
April 6, 2026 from 12 pm to 1 pm at the Ione Burden Conference Center (4560 Essen Lane, Baton Rouge, LA 70809)
Reflections in the Garden is a monthly "lunch and learn" series presented by the Friends of LSU AgCenter Botanic Gardens. The lectures are generally held on the first Monday of the month at noon at the Botanic Gardens.
Reflections in the Garden is live-streamed to members of the Friends of the LSU AgCenter Botanic Gardens through Microsoft Teams. In-person attendance is open to both members and nonmembers with registration.
