Angel’s Trumpet Patio Plant Class

18 June 2026

Learn how to grow brugmansia (angel’s trumpet) in a pot—even in cold climates. Get big, fragrant blooms, avoid common mistakes, and overwinter successfully.

This live, intimate, virtual class is hosted by horticulturist Steven Biggs.

7:00 - 9:00 p.m. ET

Brugmansia—better known as angel’s trumpet—is one of those plants that makes people stop mid-sentence.

  • Huge, dangling, trumpet-shaped flowers. 
  • A scent that drifts across the yard in the evening. 
  • A full-on tropical vibe… even in places that get winter.


And here’s the surprising part:
You don’t need a greenhouse, or a greenhouse budget.

You just need a pot, a plan, and a willingness to water more often than you think is reasonable.



What you’ll learn in this class

By the end of this class, you’ll know how to:

  • Grow brugmansia in containers—even in cold climates

  • Get big plants with armloads of blooms

  • Avoid the most common mistakes

  • Overwinter your plant without heartbreak

  • Prune and shape it into a patio showpiece

This is a practical, step-by-step class. No fluff. No tropical fantasy thinking.

Why grow brugmansia in a pot?

Because in our climate, you don’t really have a choice.

Brugmansia is a tender, tropical shrub that must be protected from frost. But you can use the pot to your advantage:

• You can move it to the best spot on your patio
• You can control soil, water, and feeding
• You can bring it indoors for winter

In other words, you’re in charge. And that’s how you get results.

What makes this plant special?

  • Flowers up to 30 cm (12 inches) long
  • Strong evening fragrance
  • Blooms from summer into fall
  • Fast-growing, dramatic, and just a bit ridiculous (in a good way)


It’s not subtle. That’s the point.

Your Host

Steven Biggs was recognized by Garden Making magazine as one of the “green gang” making a difference in horticulture. His Toronto yard includes a driveway straw-bale garden, rooftop kitchen garden, wicking beds, an edible-themed front yard, and fruit plantings. He works as a horticulturist, college instructor, broadcaster, and author.

Steven Biggs

Creator, Food Garden Life Media

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The things that make or break your success

If you remember nothing else from this course, remember this:

  • Water

    This is a thirsty plant. In summer, container plants may need daily watering. Yes, daily. Sometimes more. (Or containers with reservoirs—and we’ll talk about that too.)

  • Feeding

    Brugmansia is a heavy feeder. Regular fertilizer = bigger plants + more flowers.

  • Winter

    You can make it go dormant. So you don’t need an elaborate greenhouse or grow lights.

An important note

Brugmansia is toxic if ingested

So heep it away from kids and pets

It’s a beautiful plant—not a snack.

Who this class is for

This class is for you if:

  • You want a statement plant for your patio
  • You like fast-growing, high-reward plants
  • You don’t mind watering regularly
  • You garden in a cold or temperate climate


This class is not for you if you want something low-effort and drought-tolerant.

FAQ

  • What is the date?

    Thursday June 18, 2026.

    7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. ET

  • How does the virtual class work?

    It's a mix of formal instruction about growing brugmansia, along with questions and discussion about different situations and options.

  • How do I access the class?

    It takes place on Zoom. Once you enrol, you receive the Zoom meeting link.

  • Will I have a chance to ask my own questions?

    Yes. There's time to ask questions during the class. You can also send in questions afterwards.

  • What if this isn't for me?

    If you decide this class isn't for you after you attend, we'll give you your money back. No questions asked.

Can't make it?

You can enrol and watch the recording afterwards.