Discover the often-overlooked magic and importance of moths in our ecosystems. Whether you're new to gardening, or already passionate about supporting moths with native plants, this class will inspire you and provide the resources/knowledge you need to conserve and nurture moths at home. We'll explore moth life cycles, analyze their vital role in the food […]
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Nothing says “spring” like a sunny drift of daffodils. There are 13 official divisions and over 25,000 named daffodil cultivars! The garden should be bursting with daffodils in March, and we will be inside…“recording” these lovely specimens on paper. Using colored pencil and watercolor as desired, this two-session class will give you the opportunity to […]
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Flowers aren’t always needed to create a beautiful arrangement. Winter and St. Patrick’s Day are the perfect time to celebrate foliage and the many shades of green that exist. David Pippin will discuss some of his favorites from the florist and the garden before demonstrating how to create a successful arrangement. If you have a […]
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Join Garden Guides Susie Austin and Nancy Crouch for a dive into the life of our benefactor Grace Arents and the ways she transformed Richmond and a rare opportunity to tour the first floor interior of Bloemendaal House, her residence for many years. Her visionary interests in health/wellness, education and the environment had impacts across […]
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Please join us in welcoming the Virginia Daffodil Society as they present the 31st Annual Daffodil Show at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden. This show is free to attend and is open to the public. Admission is required to explore the rest of the Garden. Show exhibitors are welcome; VDS membership is not required to exhibit. […]
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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. ALL TOURS ARE NOW OFFERED AS DROP-IN ONLY AND DO NOT REQUIRE REGISTRATION. THIS TOUR IS FIRST […]
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Spring is coming, and it's time to get out and start pruning for a successful growing season ahead! In this course students will gain hands-on experience and valuable knowledge of tools, techniques, and expected outcomes for springtime pruning, including an opportunity to see best pruning practices firsthand in the Garden. Fees: Member $35, Non-Member $42 […]
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Storytime in the Garden will run every Friday and Saturday at 10 am, February through October in 2026. Please join us, rain or shine, to help build early and nature literacy by reading and singing with the littles in your world. A craft will follow. All ages and abilities welcome. Included in regular Garden admission; free […]
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This class has been postponed to Saturday, March 28. Create a one-of-a-kind spring dried flower wreath to showcase your creativity and support for a local flower farm! Designer Conner Parrish of Bloomistry will guide you in using dried flower material from the farm to create a base wreath on a grapevine form. You’ll add a […]
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Orchids are an incredibly fascinating plant group - and they're easier to care for than you might think. In this class, Conservatory Horticulturist Clare Reines will introduce you to the care, history, and unique features of multiple orchid genera. We'll cover the basics of orchid care and walk you through repotting an orchid of your […]
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