Colonial Williamsburg invites you to join us for a symposium filled with inspiration and discovery as we explore the rich legacy and living beauty of some of America's most iconic gardens. From the carefully cultivated landscapes of Charleston to the wild and visionary gardens of Bunny Mellon, leading voices in historic and horticultural scholarship to […]
Vegetation is shifting in response to intensifying environmental pressures—from invasive species and habitat fragmentation to rising nutrient loads and imbalanced herbivore populations. Drawing from his firm Phyto Studio’s experience with high-visibility public projects, landscape architect Thomas Rainer shares actionable strategies for designing resilient plantings. Learn how to work with competitive dynamics, select vigorous native species, […]
Join our team of horticulturists as they share tricks of the trade to preserve the bounty collected in our spring gardens. From pressing and hanging to drying and saving, you’ll learn how to preserve flowers, petals, leaves and entire blooms — techniques which can be used for wreaths, ornaments and other decor items. Attendees will […]
Join the Friends of the Tanger Arboretum on Saturday, April 18 from 10am – 2pm for a special April Nature Series extravaganza, “Leaf & Learn: A Celebration of Arbor Day!” This new, four-hour event features programs for all ages, ranging from an Arbor Day Storytime and craft for kids to a tree dedication commemorating America250, […]
Come celebrate Arbor Day with the Connecticut College Arboretum! Free tree seedling giveaways (while supplies last). Family-friendly tours and activities throughout the day.
The Headwaters at the Comal sits at a remarkable moment in its transformation, and visitors on this tour will experience all three chapters of its story firsthand. The journey begins in the recently completed past: a former industrial hardscape now reimagined as a Low Impact Development parking lot and entrance garden, where native plants, rain […]
Friday, April 24, 2026 | 10:30 - 11:30am Join a contemplative walk through the garden and look for fractals, spirals, and repeating patterns in leaves, branches, shells, and natural textures. Viewing natural fractal patterns has been shown to reduce stress by up to 60%, as well as increase creativity by 60%. Participants will learn: How […]
Big ideas come in small spaces; learn how to make your patio, back yard, or other compact space a personal oasis with the right plants. Join us at Marin Art and Garden Center for the next installment of our How Does Your Garden Grow? hands-on lecture series, focused on designing beautiful, personal gardens, whether that […]
Biannual Plant Sale
The Middlesex Conservation District will be holding its Spring Plant Sale and cash sale on Friday, May 1, from 4:00 - 7:00 PM, and Saturday, May 2, from 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM at Minuteman High School. The address is 758 Marrett Road, Lexington, MA 02421. This event is open to people of Middlesex County, […]
