10 GREAT TREES AND 10 TO AVOID: This class will cover great trees for Coastal Virginia and which ones to avoid. It will also cover selecting healthy trees from garden centers and proper planting techniques. Indoor presentation followed by an outdoor tour. Walking required.
View event website »Homeschool students ages 10 and up will learn about designing and drawing garden spaces. Tour the MSV Gardens, learn about how gardens are designed, then draw your own garden design. You’ll even build a miniature garden in a container to take home.
View event website »Celebrate the wonders of Virginia’s largest and most historic river during James River Week 2023, September 9 – 16. Maymont is collaborating with the James River Advisory Council, the James River Association and local artists, filmmakers and conservationists to present programs for all age groups that highlight the beauty, wildlife and conservation of the James River watershed.
View event website »Join naturalist Sam Nestory on this leisurely walk as we concentrate on the fascinating community of insects living in Tyler’s meadows and gardens. Be prepared to look closely as we search for insects that depend on these plants for food, shelter and nesting material. As we identify them, we will discuss their fascinating life cycles and strategies for survival.
View event website »On Saturday, September 23 at 10am, join the Friends of the Tanger Arboretum and presenter Dan Hinnebusch for “Winter Bird Feeding in the Susquehanna Valley.” As the seasons begin to change, cold temperatures, snow and ice, and food scarcity will make winter a challenging time for backyard birds. At this presentation, attendees will learn about which birds spend their winter in the Susquehanna Valley and what backyard bird enthusiasts–or those new to backyard birding–can do to help birds thrive.
View event website »From refrigerated boxcars that carry bounties of fruit and other perishables, to grain cars that transport corn and wheat, come see the model harvest trains in our Garden Railway
View event website »MONDAYS, OCTOBER 2 – 30. Botanical Observations: Designing a Sketchbook of Autumn Subjects. 6:30 – 8:30 PM. 5-week virtual series. Margaret Saylor, Botanical Artist and Illustrator. Let’s take a closer look at some of the wonderful natural elements that make up our autumn outdoor world! Join Margaret Saylor virtually to draw (or paint) a new family of specimens each week as you create your sketchbook pages. Not only will you learn about that week’s botanical theme, but you’ll see how these subjects fit into the broader realm of contemporary botanical art. Work in graphite, Micron pen, and/or watercolor. All levels welcome; some drawing experience helpful but not necessary. A recommended materials list is available for review prior to registration.
View event website »Join us to see bugs, amphibians and reptiles from around the world and learn about their origin and behavior. Special guests include Penn State Entomology with an interactive insect zoo, Ryan the Bug Man with a variety of native and exotic insects, Pennsylvania Bat Rescue with live bats, and a live observation hive with the Planet Bee Foundation. Guests can also enjoy the Zoology Zone Interactive Cart as well as participate in worm composting and pollinator garden activities. Plus, Sarah’s Creamery will be selling ice cream treats!
View event website »Our public programs provide an opportunity for visitors of all ages to come together to deepen their understanding of the connections between botany, horticulture, history, culture, and the natural world. In our quest for dazzling blooms, we often overlook the enchanting beauty of non-flowering plants. In these exciting sessions, we will explore the remarkable diversity of ferns, mosses, and conifers. Participants will learn how to recognize several distinctive species, and ways to incorporate their charm into the landscape. With their high tolerance for shade and low maintenance requirements, these ancient plants have so much to offer!
View event website »Horticulture hikes are horticulture intensive tours with Arboretum Director Kathy Salisbury and Tyler School of Art and Architecture Greenhouse Education and Research Complex Manager Benjamin Snyder. A theme will be chosen each month. Participants will explore plant identification, use and culture, and more. Think scientific names, distinctive traits, phenology, seasonal interest, distinguishing look alike plants and practicing using various resources for identification.
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