Celebrated horticulturist Karl Gercens III will headline Berkshire Botanical Garden’s 29th Annual Winter Lecture, exploring how bold color, unexpected plant pairings, and fearless experimentation can spark moments of surprise and delight. The lecture will be held Saturday, Feb. 21, from 2 to 4 p.m. at Lenox Memorial Middle and High School in Lenox, Mass. Drawing on his work at Longwood Gardens, Gercens will teach how to bring the "Wow" to your own garden, transforming ordinary spaces into extraordinary experiences. Reception to follow.

Raised on a 10,000-acre cotton plantation in Mississippi, Gercens' passion for horticulture began early. The long Southern growing seasons gave him room to experiment and innovate, eventually leading him to earn a B.S. in Ornamental Horticulture from Mississippi State University. His impressive career includes internships at Walt Disney World and the Filoli Estate in California, and today he curates many of the spectacular seasonal displays in Longwood’s world-famous four-acre Conservatory. With a distinctive eye for combining colorful trees, shrubs, and perennials, Karl’s work has earned him recognition across the country and around the world. He has visited public gardens in all 50 U.S. states and over 24 countries, each journey deepening his expertise and inspiration.

Don’t miss this dynamic and visually inspiring talk, perfect for garden enthusiasts of all levels!

Speaker lodging generously donated by Element in Lenox, Mass.