Join us for an immersive, hands-on workshop exploring the world of native plants, from identifying them in the landscape to successfully propagating them at home. The day will begin with a guided hike through Wellfield Botanic Gardens' Woodland Conservation Garden, Children's Garden, and, if time allows, the pond shorelines. Led by botanist Scott Namestnik, participants […]
Join Jess Whitaker, President of the Sunapee Region Mycology Club, for an informative presentation about mushrooms, followed by an identification walk on our woodland and lakeshore hiking trails. This annual event is intended for the beginner as well as the more experienced. Meets at the Pavilion. Members: $10, Non-members: $15. Advance registration is requested but […]
Join Jeff Jackson on an up close and personal tour of the Francis Marion's botanical bounty, both flora and otherwise. We will explore several habitats, but primarily we will look at the incredible diversity that the pine woods offer. We will also tie in some of the rich history of the area and focus in […]
A beginner-friendly workshop introducing the fundamentals of greenhouse technology for growers and gardeners. This session will cover how greenhouse systems create controlled growing environments that can extend the season, improve crop quality, and increase production reliability in Maine’s variable climate. Topics include greenhouse structures and materials, heating, cooling and ventilation, basic automation and environmental controls, […]
Orchid Show, Gardening Workshops and Plant Sale at Edison and Ford Winter Estates Edison and Ford Winter Estates is partnering with the Southwest Florida Orchid Society to offer a weekend orchid show with a plant sale and workshops. The orchid show will start on October 9 with judging after 1 p.m. and continue through October […]
Join us for Goodwood’s Fall Plant Sale, Saturday, October 10, from 9am-Noon with a collection of heirloom, native, and "Florida-proof" plants that will bring color and energy to your fall garden. A small selection of Goodwood's heirloom roses will be available at this sale. Goodwood gardening experts will be on-site with a curated selection of […]
Fall is a great time to learn about Pollinators! Join District Program Director at Oldham County Conservation District, Mason Quiram, and his team for this fun and timely program. Learn about the importance of pollinators to our food supply and what we can do to protect and encourage their efforts. Mason will share details about […]
Wish your yard could be easier to care for and better for the planet? We've got the class for you! In this class you will learn from Wellfield's own Horticulture […]
Discover the magic of indigo dyeing in this hands-on introductory workshop at Magnolia. Learn the basics of working with natural indigo as you watch fabric transform from green to vibrant blue through an amazing color-changing process. Along the way, explore the history and traditions of indigo in the Lowcountry, then create and dye your own […]
Join Jeff Margreiter, our Nursery and Greenhouse Manager, to learn about dividing your perennials. We’ll discuss perennial plant structures, what’s happening underground, and how to divide the roots for more […]
