Grow Food Anywhere, Any Season (On-site Drop-in Demonstration)

Dominique Charles, Founder & Chief Executive Gardener, Plots & Pans
Think you need a backyard to grow your own food? Think again! Join Dominique Charles of Plots & Pans for a fun, hands-on demonstration showing how to create a productive edible container garden perfect for patios, balconies, porches, windowsills, or small spaces. Learn how to combine vegetables and herbs that thrive together, discover the essentials for healthy container gardens, and leave inspired to grow fresh ingredients for salads, soups, and weeknight meals right outside your door. With the right plants and simple techniques, you can keep your harvest going year-round in almost any environment, from sunny apartments to compact urban spaces. Perfect for gardeners of all ages and experience levels.

Please note: This is a drop-in experience and will be repeated several times over the course of the designated program time.

Intended Audience: All Levels

Saturday, September 12, 2026
10:00 AM to 12:00 PM  Eastern
Location: Conservatory Garden Court
FREE: This is a drop-in program. No registration needed.

About the presenter

Chief Executive Gardener
Plots & Pans
Dominique Charles is the founder and Chief Executive Gardener of Plots & Pans, a Washington, D.C.-based gardening brand that helps people grow beautiful, productive edible gardens with confidence. Through engaging workshops, garden consultations, and hands-on ...(read more)