Ever wondered exactly which pollinators visit the Miami Beach Botanical Garden and which plants they prefer? Over the past month, YLAI Fellow and ecologist Angélica Pineda has been conducting rigorous ecological monitoring at The MBBG, and in this special program, she'll reveal her results! The first part of the program will feature a presentation on […]
This hands-on workshop will help you understand both the art and science of rooting vegetative cuttings to produce new plants. You’ll learn correct technique, process and materials to help you propagate a wide diversity of plant types by cutting. You’ll choose from a variety of different species to take cuttings from and build a plug […]
Get ready for the most vibrant event of the year: the Clarkia Flower Festival! Mark your calendars and invite your friend to join us for a fun-filled day celebrating nature and community. Join us on Saturday, May 16 from 10 am to 4 pm for an unforgettable celebration featuring exciting nature activities, a lively beer […]
Houseplants, herbs, annuals, perennials, and bulbs; there’s very little you can’t have fun with in your favorite planter. Join our team of horticulturists for a deep dive into crafting your very own summer annual container to take home and enjoy all season. Ticket includes all supplies.
One of our most popular offerings each year – a party, a garden, and a big secret. You’ll come to Yew Dell, hop on a minibus and we’ll whisk you away to one of our favorite private gardens – and you won’t know where we’re going till we get there! Follow our garden staff for […]
While the American South houses incredible plant diversity, its gardens rarely reflect that richness. Join Dr. Jared Barnes as he shares his approach to naturalistic plantings that are both ecologically grounded and beautiful. In this spirited presentation, we’ll cover ecological principles and planting strategies for crafting sustainable gardens that are suited to the Southern landscape […]
Learn practical, do-it-yourself approaches to organic lawncare that help homeowners build healthier, more sustainable lawns. Topics will include how and why to conduct soil testing, how to interpret basic results, simple practices such as proper mowing, compost use, overseeding, and natural fertilization methods that support long-term turf health. The lecture will also explore the importance […]
Through the nature-embracing lens of Perfect Earth Project, renowned garden writer and editor Melissa Ozawa will reflect on how her career has shifted her perspective on the purposes of landscape cultivation. Part presentation and part conversation, this contemplative program will serve as a catalyst to reconsider what and why beauty can mean in the garden. […]
Our love of flowers and desire to be close to them has, across cultures and for millennia, created both landscapes and livelihoods. In this talk, Flora Culture author Christin Geall will take us on a journey across continents to explore the origins of some familiar garden favourites. By weaving her narrative between art, ecology, science, and history, […]
On six-and-a-half acres overlooking the Puget Sound, Windcliff is Daniel Hinkley’s renowned personal garden that has flourished for over twenty years. Showcasing specimens from his plant expeditions around the world, the garden features a woodland, meadow, arboretum, pond, bog, terraces, and vegetable garden, surrounded by spectacular water views. Hinkley will lead the tour, finishing with […]
