Join Garden Guide Lorrie Lincoln for a tour of the area around the parking lots, the Garden entrance and a walk through the Glen Stream. A few years ago, this stream had been overrun by invasive plants and subject to pollution runoff which contributed to erosion and poor water quality. The Glen Stream Restoration project […]
Find Out MoreIt’s time to create some “BOO-tiful” arrangements for Halloween! Traditionally, black and orange are the colors for Halloween, but why not mix it up? Add some purple and/or lime green to the mix for some exciting and spooky accents. Participants will make either a centerpiece or a three-sided arrangement to take home and enjoy for […]
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Heirloom apples are special. Grown from seeds passed down for hundreds of years, there are many varieties available in Virginia. Heirlooms have a lot of character, interesting textures, colors, and shapes -- all characteristics you will perfect in this "focus" session Fees: Member $102, Non-Member $122 All programs are subject to change. Pre-registration through our […]
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Join Garden Guides Buz and Barb Sawyer, both birdwatchers since childhood, for a walk in the Garden to learn about how birds use our 80 acres to rest, refuel, and continue the journey south for the winter. Fall migration can be an exciting happening in the Garden where we provide an oasis for our travel-weary […]
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Explore the beautiful and intriguing history of botanical art! Join us for this 3-hour session, designed for art lovers and current and prospective Botanical Illustration certificate students. Learn about what it means to become a part of the enduring tradition of botanical art and illustration. Discover Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden's library collections and archival resources, […]
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Enhance your understanding and appreciation of Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden with this specialized garden tour featuring seasonal aspects of the collection, offered monthly except December, January, July and August. Come dressed for the weather and touring the Garden. Fees: Member $0, Non-Members pay regular Garden admission. ALL TOURS ARE NOW OFFERED AS DROP-IN ONLY AND […]
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In this creative workshop, we'll dive into the history of the ancient pressed-flower art form. Each participant will receive their very own flower press kit and instructor Conner Parrish will demonstrate how to properly harvest, prepare, and press local flowers. Then we'll get crafty by designing four pressed-flower notecards using flower materials from Conner's local […]
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In this workshop, West Section Lead Horticulturist Jayton Howard takes a deep dive into the art of bonsai. If you want help with your bonsai or you’ve learned the basics and want to take your skills a step further, this is the class for you! New techniques will be demonstrated that are certain to elevate […]
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Learn about the life history and biodiversity of ferns. The first session will address reproduction (the distinction and unique functions of sporophyte and gametophyte generations) and survey sporophyte diversity of typical ferns. Examples will include Christmas Fern, Sensitive Fern, Cinnamon Fern, etc. The second session will explore several unusual ferns, including the aquatic Mosquito and […]
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Celebrate the season of stillness and depth with a twilight tasting dedicated to the art of age. In this winter solstice gathering, certified sommelier Justin Ferguson (@theblacksommrva) will guide you through four aged wines — complex reds, nuanced whites, and a rare oxidative style — each paired with an evocative small plate designed to echo […]
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