Learn how to grow stunning organic dahlias from tuber to bloom in this hands-on workshop! Conner Parrish of Bloomistry will cover planting, feeding, harvesting for long vase life, and how to lift, divide, and store your tubers for next season. Perfect for gardeners of all levels, this class includes a live demo, Q&A, and take-home […]
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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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Garden Guide and hydrangea enthusiast Rich Waiton leads tours of the Garden's collections of these favorite summer shrubs. Learn about the several species which are adapted to Virginia and compare examples in the Garden to review differences in bloom, growth habit, soil type, sun exposure and pruning techniques. Come dressed for the weather and walking […]
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Turn your Richmond yard into a thriving, low-maintenance landscape that works with nature, not against it. In this course you’ll learn how to select and place native plants that are well-suited to Richmond’s soils, rainfall patterns, and urban conditions. We’ll cover practical steps for site assessment, plant selection, installation, and long-term care so you can […]
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This isn’t your everyday “fairy” garden. For almost 20 years Serome has been transforming containers into miniature landscapes that he calls “Mini Worlds”. Combining dwarf trees, miniature plants and some imagination, you also can create a unique miniature landscape, perfect for a balcony or patio. Your fairy garden can even be a focal point in […]
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If you’re looking to build a beautiful and functional butterfly habitat in your own backyard, this class will provide all the necessary tools to get you started. We will cover how to support butterflies in all life stages, with a focus on how to attract them with plants. To support the adult butterfly feeding on […]
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In this workshop where fun is far more important than perfection, you will create an abstracted painting using acrylic paints on canvas, inspired by floral photographs taken at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden. The focus is on translating natural forms into expressive shapes, colors, and textures rather than painting literal realism. Participants will explore color mixing, […]
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Experience the ever-changing beauty of nature on our Seasonal Splendor tour, a journey through the garden that celebrates all four seasons in vivid detail. From the delicate blossoms of spring and the lush, vibrant greenery of summer to the rich, fiery hues of autumn and the quiet, frosted elegance of winter, each visit offers a completely […]
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Where have I heard that song before? If you answered a Quentin Tarantino or Robert Rodriguez movie, then you know the music of Shockoe Records recording artists, Los Hermanos Alacranes. The newest band in Richmond, Virginia featuring Paulo Franco on guitar and vocals, Paul Pearce on lead guitar and vocals, Rob Lytle on drums and […]
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Step beyond the Conservatory and tour the new Garden areas added as part of the Conservatory expansion. "Paths Around the Glass" is a guided outdoor tour that showcases the plants that can not only thrive in Richmond's climate, but are designed to provide food and shelter for insects and wildlife. You will discover the adaptive design techniques used to […]
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