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Keith Funk
Keith Funk is a Colorado horticulture educator and media personality with decades of experience in lawn and garden care. He is the owner of JK Communications and co-producer of The Garden Wise Show on The Legend, 810 AM. Keith is known for making gardening approachable, practical, and enjoyable for everyday homeowners.

Luan Akin
LuAnn Akin is a garden ambassador at Tagawa Gardens in Centennial, Colorado. She specializes in helping beginners navigate Colorado’s unique growing conditions and offers practical advice on choosing resilient plants, managing soil and watering techniques, and making smart plan-selections to kick off a successful garden season. Akin brings an approachable tone and a clear focus on setting gardeners up for long-term success rather than short-term fixes.

Colette Haskell
Colette Haskell is a Colorado grower known for cultivating carnivorous plants in a climate where they are not easy to raise. She focuses on recreating natural bog conditions through careful soil, light, and moisture balance. Colette enjoys helping others learn how to care for unique and challenging plants, offering practical guidance for success in Colorado’s dry environment.

Devon Hukill
Devon Hukill is a garden educator and designer with Deep Rooted Garden and Design. She leads hands-on workshops at Quincy Farm, teaching gardeners how to build thriving cut flower beds and seasonal container plantings suited to Colorado’s climate. Devon focuses on approachable techniques that help people create beautiful, resilient gardens with confidence.
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