Articles by Stephan Winterfeldt

Stephan Winterfeldt graduated from the University of Maryland’s Institute of Applied Agriculture. The specialized program provides technical, communication, and management skills to lead successful agricultural enterprises.

As part of his formal education, Steve participated in Harvard University’s summer program at the Arnold Arboretum for more professor-guided, hands-on expertise. Prior to joining the team at J&P Park Acquisitions (JPPA, the parent company of Park Seed, Jackson & Perkins, and Wayside Gardens), Steve lead plant growing and finishing programs at major nurseries.

For nearly 20 years at JPPA, Steve has provided customers and gardeners with expert plant care advice, horticultural best practices, and professional growing instructions. This experience and his educational credentials make him ideally suited for creating expert articles and insightful blogs that help gardeners find success and joy in their gardens.