Plants to Know: Designing for Today's Client
Come learn with Jason Bornhorst from WillowVersity in this fun and interactive class exploring Plants to Know: Designing for Today's Client. Discover the must-know plants for 2026 – from exciting new introductions to classic favorites making a comeback in the landscape. Jason will guide you through the latest trends in plant selection and how to use them effectively in modern designs.
Then, dive into a hands-on Landscape Design Clinic where Jason walks you through the real-world design process — from the very beginning of a project, listening to client needs and analyzing the site, to step-by-step design development and the final completed plan.
This is not your typical portfolio slide show! Jason engages the audience throughout, encouraging discussion and questions as you explore how today’s clients think and how successful designers respond.
Jason Bornhorst
Jason Bornhorst is the Regional Manager (Central Ohio) with Willoway Nurseries Inc. and a State Award Winning Designer with over 30 years of experience in the industry. Jason calls Columbus, Ohio home and has lived in Columbus for the past 25 years.
Jason has served the industry as a two-time President of the Columbus Landscape Association (2004, 2025) as well as serving over 10 years on their Board of Directors. He has served on the Board for OGIA and as a committee member for nearly 20 years. He is active in CDE/CTE education and serves on Advisory Boards and Judges at both the State and National Levels.