Habitat Exhibit at Green Bay Botanical Garden (Green Bay, WI)

Explore unique habitats found throughout northeast Wisconsin and learn the importance of protecting these natural environments with the exhibition Habitat. This traveling exhibit arrives at Green Bay Botanical Garden for its Wisconsin debut this spring and will feature eight different displays highlighting habitats in nature, from birds and butterflies in the air to bugs and fungi underground. In addition to the exhibit, guests can enjoy a number of family-friendly drop-in and hands-on activities highlighting habitats found in Wisconsin and how to be better stewards of the environment. The exhibit is included with daily admission to the Garden and is free for Garden members.

Painting Exhibition at Wave Hill House (Bronx, NY)

Opening in mid-January in Wave Hill House is Cultivating Eden, a new exhibition called The Labor of Gardeners
and Their Working Spaces, by Rebecca Allan references the labor of gardeners and their spaces at Wave Hill, a compact, 28-acre garden in the northwest Bronx overlooking the Hudson River.

Sculpture Exhibit at Krohn Conservatory (Cincinnati, OH)

Experience ceramic sculpture designed for outdoor display by three regional artists shown in the natural setting of Krohn Conservatory plant houses, lobby and entry plaza. Enjoy discovery and surprise as the sculptures reveal a harmony amid the diversity of plantings. Sculptures range from small – suitable indoors or outdoors, to garden size and include two of public scale. The sculptures are available for purchase. A home garden, leafy alcove, shrubbery bed, entrance walkway, or patio might welcome enhancement with a ceramic sculpture and give daily joy living with art year round in all weather. See in a video how a local Cincinnati garden has been transformed over time by inclusion of ceramic sculptures by these three artists. Entrance included in admission ticket price.

“Discover the World of Orchids” exhibit at U.S. Botanic Garden (Washington, DC)

The 27th annual joint orchid exhibit between the United States Botanic Garden (USBG) and Smithsonian Gardens is “Discover the World of Orchids,” on display in the USBG Conservatory from February 17 through April 30, 2023. The exhibit shares stories of the diversity of orchids and how technology advances their conservation.

Spring Bloom at Airlie Gardens (Wilmington, NC)

When warmer temperatures approach, Airlie Gardens’ springtime blooms are a sight to see! Blooming typically between mid-March through mid-April, we have over 75,000 azaleas on property, and have planted over 60,000, spring bulbs. Peak bloom is weather dependent, so bloom times may vary.

World of Orchids Showcase By San Diego Botanic Gardens (San Diego, CA)

San Diego Botanic Garden hosts its annual spring orchids showcase, World of Orchids, in our state-of-the-art, 8,000 square foot, glass-enclosed facility – the Dickinson Family Education Conservatory. In addition to the beautiful and immersive displays, the show features vendors on select weekends selling plants, potting materials, and other merchandise.

Virtual Class by New Directions in The American Landscape: The Art of Gardening at Chanticleer

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Join Chanticleer’s Executive Director and Head Gardener Bill Thomas for a visual tour and behind-the-scenes look at what the Washington Post calls “one of the most interesting and edgy public gardens in America.” Chanticleer is known for its residential-scale plant combinations featuring foliage textures and colors, its wide variety of containers, and its imaginative homemade furniture. The garden aims to be environmentally responsible, visually exciting, educational, and fun. Bill will offer insights on what inspires this special place. Held by New Directions in The American Landscape.

Virtual Class Held by New Directions in The American Landscape: The Bower – Native Plant Landscape and Sculpture Park

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Join New Directions in The American Landscape for a case study and a panel discussion. This case study describes the conception, planning, design, procurement, installation and management of a native plant landscape and sculpture park through the eyes of the founders. A whirlwind three years began the transformation of the 36-acre residential property with large native plant gardens, an enhanced natural meadow and savanna matrix, a series of six small constructed wetland pools, and forest habitat all organically maintained with limited staff. The Bower opened in 2021 and continues to grow, evolve, and demonstrate the rewards of combining ecology and art. In this session, landscape designer Ethan Dropkin will join the Allis’s in an informal discussion on the processes, challenges, and results of their collaboration at The Bower. Attendee participation and questions will be encouraged.

The Austin Spring Home Show at the Palmer Events Center (Austin, TX)

The Austin Spring Home Show at the Palmer Events Center is a vibrant marketplace where you can shop for home-related products and services, experience stunning displays to help inspire your next home project, connect with industry experts, and enjoy informative presentations from renowned local and international home professionals.

Florida Native Plant Symposium at the Florida Botanical Gardens (Largo, FL)

Spend a day learning about and celebrating Florida’s natives at the Florida Botanical Gardens!