Join horticulturist and Sri Lankan native Menaka Dewasinghe for an exploration of all things coconut! This tropical fruit (which is actually a drupe, not a nut) is an important food source, substitute ingredient in a variety of recipes, and cash crop in the tropics as well as having anti-viral, anti-fungal, anti-bacterial properties in different forms. […]

Miniature arrangements bring their own set of challenges to floral design. Instructor David Pippin helps you understand how scale and proportion are affected by the surrounding space and container for the arrangement, and how to choose flowers appropriate for these tiny delights. Bring your own very small containers and spend some time in a whole […]

Create stunning, one-of-a-kind jewelry using real pressed flowers and resin! In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn the techniques for preserving flowers, working with resin, and designing unique pieces such as a necklace pendant and a pair of earrings. We’ll cover best practices for composition, curing, and finishing to ensure professional-quality results. Each participant will leave […]

Come get creative with living succulents and unique driftwood pieces from the VA shoreline. These unique arrangements live for many seasons. Each participant will choose from a variety of different driftwood pieces from our very own VA shorelines. Then, you will be guided on selecting the succulents to build your arrangement. Several techniques will be […]

Create stunning, one-of-a-kind jewelry using real pressed flowers and resin! In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn the techniques for preserving flowers, working with resin, and designing unique pieces such as a necklace pendant and a pair of earrings. We’ll cover best practices for composition, curing, and finishing to ensure professional-quality results. Each participant will leave […]

The process of working with watercolor and ink on masa paper allows beginner and intermediate painters to create unique and beautiful finished works. Masa is a versatile Japanese paper which can be used for a wide range of art techniques. Using images taken in the Garden, we will create detailed ink pen drawings on day […]

From its humble beginnings as a medicinal beverage over 5,000 years ago, tea slowly spread across the borders of China into Asia and eventually all across the globe. As tea was introduced each country and culture created their own methods and traditions for enjoying this delicious beverage. Join us to discover the many variations of […]

Celebrate the abundance of late summer with Summer Harvest, a floral design class that blends the beauty of seasonal flowers with the unexpected charm of farm-fresh vegetables. Perfect for August, this course will explore creative ways to incorporate tomatoes, peppers, eggplants, and other garden gems into lush, textural arrangements. Students will learn techniques for balancing […]