Learn the basics of including native perennial plants in your home garden. Join instructor Kaity Bevenour, native plant specialist & owner of Parallel Nursery, for an introduction to the ornamental & environmental benefits of commonly available Virginia native plants. Participants will get an overview of a variety of native perennial species suitable for garden use, […]
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You’ve built a strong foundation in Botanical Drawing I—learning to see, structure, and create form using only line. That’s no small feat. Now, it’s time to expand your understanding of depth and dimension by exploring light, shadow, and value. This course takes the next step in your artistic journey, sharpening your ability to see subtle […]
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Despite Shakespeare's gruesome language - wool of bat and gall of goat - there are some familiar, and even beneficial, plants in his recipe. Join Garden Guide Julia Cothron to learn about these plants as well as others used in medicine, tires, insect repellants and as unusual sources of food or clothing. Fees: Member $0, […]
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Elevate your mocktail game with a splash of herbal magic! During this hands-on workshop, we’ll explore the art of crafting flavorful, health-supportive beverages using garden-fresh herbs and botanicals. Join educational and clinical herbalist Nitika Achalam as we dive into the world of herbal elixirs, shrubs, and syrups—learning how to blend medicinal ingredients, adaptogens, and vibrant […]
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Learn and practice the art of seed saving like our ancient ancestors. Begin with a visually interactive discussion around our deeply-rooted history with seed saving. Explore the current reality of seeds globally and opportunities to pick up where our ancestors left off. Participate in a hands-on seed saving activity where you'll learn the process of […]
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Join Garden Guides Nancy Penick and Susie Austin to learn about the gardens adjacent to Sydnor Lake, featured plantings, and explore the diversity of each garden landscape. Walk among mature trees including a magnificent sycamore. The tour will be an easy walk around the lake including visiting lake docks to enjoy the view across the […]
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This is your opportunity to put a paintbrush to paper! Inspired by the surrounding Garden, learn basic watercolor techniques and practice drawing skills. We'll reference landscapes and/or florals for ideas and inspiration for our primary painting. With the absolute certainty that everyone possesses the ability to create, all are welcome to this beginners class. You'll […]
Find Out MoreCelebrate the art of Japanese flower arrangement at the Ellen Gordon Allen Annual Lecture/Demonstration featuring Stephanie English, Ikenobo School Senior Professor. English’s Ikenobo Ikebana path began in 1993 and progressed to teaching to the Naples Florida Ikebana chapter in the early 2000’s. She is one of the highest ranking Ikenobo sensei in the U.S. achieving […]
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Let's walk through the Garden and explore how trees interact to help each other, migrate in response to climate change, avoid extinction or reappear after having been declared extinct, as well as other stories that trees have to tell us. Join Garden Guide Ralph Ashton for an exploration of the beauty and diversity of the […]
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In this immersive 2 hr workshop, participants will learn some of the history and technique of cyanotype printing—a 19th-century photographic process known for its rich blue tones—using plant materials gathered from the botanical garden. Students will interact with the garden’s collections and archival materials to create stunning botanical prints on paper and fabric. This workshop […]
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