In this workshop, Horticulture Section Leader Jayton Howard will dive into the origins and history of bonsai, how to care for and plant a bonsai, and teach some basic bonsai training techniques. We’ll learn these techniques through the planting and training of your very own starter bonsai that you will get to take home with […]
Find Out MoreDo you dream of a perennial garden that delights in every season? Learn how to create a dynamic, low-maintenance perennial garden that provides color, texture, and interest year-round, specifically tailored for USDA Zone 7. This class explores the principles of four-season perennial garden design, with a focus on plant selection, bloom succession, textures, and sustainable […]
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Learn techniques to make your Virginia garden a welcoming stop for hummingbirds all year long! Dive into practical advice for creating a hummingbird garden that offers a safe, supportive environment with proper food sources, perching spots, and shelter. We will highlight native Virginia plants alongside design and care tips, resulting in a garden robust enough […]
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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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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 variety of distinct spring dried flowers harvested from the […]
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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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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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Let your imagination take flight in this two-part creative workshop! In our first session, you’ll create free-flowing, colorful, abstract papers using a variety of media, primarily watercolor paints. Using simple patterns, you’ll cut pieces from your unique papers to form an array of charming paper birds. In the second session, we’ll bring your flock to […]
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