Jonathan Hoffman - Summer Author Series

The Summer Author Series is kicking off its 4th year at Gilbert and Ivy during the BURG Days of Summer.
Meet JONATHAN HOFFMAN author of "Stories from my Garden"
July 8, 2026 from 6 to 7 pm
Stories from My Garden shares the wisdom of a gardener; his love and respect for the earth and the plants that grow in it. Jon combines his personal gardening experiences, botany, history, and in-depth horticulture research with his unique storytelling style.
Each vegetable in this book tells the story of its journey from its native land to the author’s backyard garden. The author shares insights from decades of gardening experience, including selecting varieties, planting, caring for, and harvesting.
Raised-bed gardening shows how to achieve significant yields in small spaces. Soil and compost are the heart of the garden. The compost area in the Hoffman landscape is affectionately known as Gomer Pile.
About the Author
Jon is a Master Gardener and a former member of the Garden Writers Association (GWA) and the Herb Society of America. He served for over a decade as an officer of Michigan Herb Associates, which provided early funding for the Michigan State 4-H Children’s Garden.
Jon and his wife, Bev, live in the Village of Vicksburg. They have been boyfriend and girlfriend for over 64 years (60 years of marriage). Together, they have explored gardens on four continents.