Continue the Valentine’s Day celebration with plant expert and foodie Mark Ragland as he explores the exciting and exotic history of chocolate and vanilla. Learn about the plants behind these delicious and decadent ingredients as well as how to incorporate them into delectable savory and sweet treats. Enjoy the nuances of how cacao and vanilla […]
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A botanical study page is where curiosity becomes visual understanding—a working space to explore, test, and refine your observations of the natural world. In this three-day workshop, you’ll discover how drawing deepens your connection to nature through guided observation, inquiry, and play. Rather than simply copying what you see, you’ll learn to translate what captures […]
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Note: This class has been rescheduled to Saturday, February 21 due to inclement weather. Get your hands dirty and creative juices flowing to realize your kitchen garden in time for the spring thaw! Kitchen gardens are made for intensive cultivation, so they are usually smaller than traditional vegetable plots and can easily be fenced to […]
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Note: This class has been rescheduled for Saturday, February 21 from 3 — 5 pm due to inclement weather. Discover all things indoor plants and find the best way to care for plants inside your home! Selecting the right house plant for the right location can make all the difference for its long-term care and […]
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Note: This class has been rescheduled for Sunday, February 22 due to inclement weather. Curious how you can clean up your garden this winter to create a pleasant, presentable space that is sustainable for your local wildlife? Join instructor Kaity Bevenour, native plant specialist & owner of Parallel Nursery, for a review of landscape management […]
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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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Please join the Virginia Orchid Society in presenting the 2026 "Symphony of Orchids" Orchid Show and Sale at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden. DATE & TIME Friday, Feb. 27th: 1 – 5 PM, Vendor Sales this day: 10 AM – 5 PM Saturday, Feb. 28th: 9 AM – 5 PM Sunday, Mar. 1: 9 AM – […]
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Terroir is more than soil — it’s story. In this interactive wine class, dinner and tasting with certified sommelier Justin Ferguson (@theblacksommrva), we’ll compare three iconic grape varietals (Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Syrah) from contrasting terroirs: Old World vs. New World. With side-by-side comparisons and a sensory element to support tasting notes, we’ll explore how […]
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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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Green and white take center stage in this engaging floral design workshop. Discover how a selective color scheme can open up new avenues for creativity and design expression. Using this focused approach, instructor Kate Hugo Vernon will highlight how the simplicity of a limited color palette can lead to strikingly cohesive and alluring designs. Fees: […]
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