PENNSYLVANIA HERB & GARDEN FESTIVAL
Friday, April 17, 2026
11:30 am
The Featured Speaker for 2026 Festival - Cheryl Karcher owner of Hilltop Herbals, LLC
Cheryl a clinical herbalist, herbal educator, product formulator and steward to green plant allies.
Herb of 2026 - Turmeric: Spice up your meals, boost your health, and support overall wellness!
Turmeric is a vibrant, golden spice celebrated for both its flavor and health benefits. Packed with curcumin, it supports anti-inflammatory action, metabolic health, and overall wellness. Commonly used in cooking, teas, and supplements, turmeric is an easy and natural way to enhance meals while promoting vitality and well-being.
1:00 pm
What’s the Buzz about Native Plants
Learn about the importance of Native Plants and how you can create a healthy biodiverse habitat for our important pollinators.
Presenter: York County Master Gardener Kathy Yost
2:30 pm
Joe Kiefer, Triple Oaks Nursery & Herb Garden
How to Create a Garden for Pollinators
Joe's lecture will include a slide presentation of the plants to grow to attract pollinators. Using a wide variety of plants that bloom from early Spring into late Fall and planting in clumps rather than a single plant helps pollinators easily locate the garden. It is always favorable to include native plants that are adapted to your climate, soil and native pollinators.
Saturday, April 18, 2026
10:00 am
Plant Propagation
Discover how to start plants from seed, gain a head start on spring, and cultivate a garden that adds beauty and versatility to your landscape. Learn how to harvest bonus plants from your existing garden by division and layering.
Presenter: York County Master Gardener John Geoghan
12:00 pm
The Featured Speaker for 2026 Festival - Cheryl Karcher owner of Hilltop Herbals, LLC
Cheryl a clinical herbalist, herbal educator, product formulator and steward to green plant allies.
Herb of 2026 - Turmeric: Spice up your meals, boost your health, and support overall wellness!
Turmeric is a vibrant, golden spice celebrated for both its flavor and health benefits. Packed with curcumin, it supports anti-inflammatory action, metabolic health, and overall wellness. Commonly used in cooking, teas, and supplements, turmeric is an easy and natural way to enhance meals while promoting vitality and well-being.
2:00 pm
Joe Kiefer, Triple Oaks Nursery & Herb Garden
How to Create a Garden for Pollinators
Joe's lecture will include a slide presentation of the plants to grow to attract pollinators. Using a wide variety of plants that bloom from early Spring into late Fall and planting in clumps rather than a single plant helps pollinators easily locate the garden. It is always favorable to include native plants that are adapted to your climate, soil and native pollinators.
2026 Speaker Schedule
