Garden Media Group set for annual Women in Horticulture Week

Garden Media Group is hosting the sixth annual Women in Horticulture Week from May 25-31.

“Women in Horticulture Week is our opportunity to recognize the incredible mentors, role models and changemakers in our field — including my mother, who paved the way for me,” says Katie Dubow, president of the women-led Garden Media Group. “As we enter the she-conomy, it’s time for the green industry to embrace this momentum, support women leaders and create more opportunities for female entrepreneurs in horticulture.”

“Diversity is more than gender — it includes age, socioeconomic background and ethnicity,” says Maria Carrasquillo, vice president of marketing and e-commerce at Costa Farms. “Bringing different perspectives into our industry strengthens teams, fosters innovation and better reflects the diverse consumers we serve.”

Here's how landscapers can participate in Women in Horticulture Week 2025:

• Share your story and highlight inspiring women in business to motivate others.
• Mentor or volunteer to support aspiring female horticulturists and entrepreneurs.
• Join the Women in Horticulture series hosted by AmericanHort, including the luncheon at Cultivate’25 on July 14.
• Connect with local peer groups.
• Read Denise Schreiber’s Women in Horticulture column in Nursery Management magazine, a Lawn & Landscape sister publication.
  Embrace continuous learning through motivational resources and tools.
• Support the movement on social media by updating your profile picture and using #WomenInHort to share stories and recognition.

“Women are at the forefront of shaping a greener, more sustainable future,” says Seed Your Future Executive Director Jazmin Albarran. “Through workforce development, research, community gardening and sustainability efforts, we are driving meaningful change. By recognizing and amplifying our impact, we create an environment where our contributions are valued and inspire the next generation of leaders in horticulture.”