with Teresa Speight, author and founder, Cottage in the Court
Friday, May 30, 2025 from 2-3 p.m. ET
Virtual
$15 AHS members/$20 non-members
Author and horticulturist Teresa Speight will share about her book Black Flora, the first book to feature profiles of contemporary Black experts innovating in the world of flowers. This talk offers a beautiful intersection of flowers and community, unearthing the floral legacies of the past and present, while providing a source of inspiration for younger generations of plant-lovers seeking examples of successful Black floral artists and entrepreneurs.
Teresa J. Speight is the Urban Garden and Container Garden Chair, District 1, for National Garden Clubs, Inc., and the founder and president of the Jabali Amani Garden Collective, a garden club for Minority women who enjoy gardening. Through her blog and podcast, Cottage in the Court, she offers a unique perspective on connecting with the earth, as well as curated garden experiences for small groups. Teri also offers one-on-one garden coaching, specializing in earth-friendly practices. She is the author of Black Flora and the co-author of The Urban Garden.