It’s time to give Carnations the love they deserve! These wonderful flowers have often been thought of as “funeral flowers,” but they are so much more. Today, carnations come in rainbow of colors and many unusual varieties. Participants will create beautiful, long-lasting arrangements with Carnations as the main ingredient. If you’d like, think of Carnations […]
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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. Tours are timed throughout peak successive bloom […]
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Born in Long Island, N.Y., Nancy Kulik received her Bachelor of Science degree in Fine Arts with a scholarship from Hofstra University. During her time there, she had the opportunity to attend school in Rome and travel across Europe for a semester. This period of her education opened her soul to a deep connection with […]
Find Out MoreWe hear that "birds of a feather flock together," but there are some species who then pair off, romancing and then living a life of togetherness. Yes, some species of birds mate for life, and some of them live in our own neighborhoods, while others might require a bit of travel to see. Join us […]
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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. Tours are timed throughout peak successive bloom […]
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Keep your cutting garden thriving with natural, organic methods this season! This class focuses on maintaining a productive flower garden by focusing on simple methods that will aid you in keeping the weeds down, supporting your blooms, and feeding your plants using organic fertilizers/inputs. We will explore sustainable practices that will allow you to be […]
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This class will empower gardeners of any level to create beautifully, seasonally curated containers for their outdoor spaces. You'll learn how to choose a container and select plants that fit the needs of exposure, watering requirements and other considerations. You'll also receive information on how to use a planting template, gain ideas for artfully choosing […]
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Celebrate the Start of Pride Month at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden! Blooming with Pride is here—and this year’s celebration brings bold energy, vibrant community, and unforgettable entertainment. In partnership with Diversity Richmond's Virginia Pride and TransJam, Lewis Ginter is proud to host a day full of creativity, connection, and queer joy. Browse artisan goods at […]
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Portraits of Place is part of a series of site-specific botanical collaborations that honor the land and our connection to it, created by artist Hillary Waters Fayle. Sourced from parks, gardens, or private properties, each piece pays tribute to the people who have come before—those who tilled the soil, planted seeds, or tended trees and […]
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Join Dr. Douglas DeBerry for an in-depth overview of the tools and techniques used by botanists to identify plants to the species level, with a strong emphasis on family characteristics. Attendees will be exposed to concepts in plant classification, nomenclature, habitat, distribution, and of course, vegetative and reproductive characteristics—all of which can be used to […]
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