Indoor Small-Scale Hydroponics – Interested in going soilless and growing food indoors? Well, join with Davidson County Master Gardener James Hearn for an introduction to the joys of hydroponic growing and fun ways to get started using mason jar growing.
James Hearn Bio
James currently serves as an Executive Board Member of the Master Gardeners of Davidson County, where he takes pride in his role as Webmaster. In 2024, he led a complete redesign of the organization’s website, making it more accessible and efficient in supporting the Master Gardener mission. He also teaches "Earn and Learn" classes for members, including a yearly iris division workshop at the Nashville City Cemetery. His gardening interests include hydroponic gardening and cool-season gardening, areas where he enjoys blending innovation with tradition. James became a Certified Master Gardener in 2021, motivated by a love of teaching and a deep appreciation for research-based gardening education. Growing up in South Jackson, West Tennessee, he was surrounded by agriculture, home gardening, and the rich connection between people and the land. These experiences shaped his lifelong passion for gardening and community. Through his work, James hopes to inspire Tennesseans to build meaningful connections with the earth and with each other.