Some gardeners may call it devilwood, but the fragrance of the osmanthus shrub is nothing less than heavenly. Its tiny, creamy white flowers form clusters that emit a powerfully fragrant […]
Read MoreMother Nature is truly amazing, and a trickster too! She created two butterflies that look indistinguishable at first glance to a bird, or to a human. The butterflies I’m speaking […]
Read MoreIDEA (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility) is an evolving committee where different voices are heard. Departmental representatives gather in a safe, neutral zone to address important topics related to inclusion, […]
Read MoreIt’s a new normal. During these unusual times, 75 people can no longer gather for an in-person cooking demonstration followed by a delicious buffet dinner. Instead, culinary classes have moved […]
Read MoreWhenever I visit Lewis Ginter, there are three things I always make sure to see: the hydrangea bush on the far end of Sydnor Lake, the Conservatory, and Dot’s Garden. […]
Read MoreIDEA (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility) is an evolving committee where different voices are heard. Departmental representatives gather in a safe, neutral zone to address important topics related to inclusion, […]
Read MoreIt’s no secret gardening has skyrocketed in popularity since COVID-19. In the spring, some seed companies had to temporarily stop taking orders after an overwhelming surge in demand. Although that […]
Read MoreHospitality is Rooted in Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility IDEA (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility) is an evolving committee where different voices are heard. Departmental representatives gather in a safe, […]
Read MoreShrimp and grits. Roasted red pepper and crab soup. Pimiento cheese. Along with the Southern hospitality here at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden we also like to throw in a little […]
Read MoreA waterwise garden works with nature and natural forces (like rain) to hydrate plants while conserving water. Reducing the need to water your garden requires a little bit of research […]
Read MoreEven though we can’t see the smiling faces of school children and teachers on field trips at this time, we want to find ways to continue to connect. To help […]
Read MoreThere’s a question we’ve been hearing a lot these days. “What do I do when Japanese beetles are eating all my plants?” Japanese beetles happily consume and damage the plants […]
Read MoreUPDATED 1.11.22 Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden is always excited to see you! As an outdoor attraction with 50 acres of gardens, there’s plenty of space to relax, refresh and restore […]
Read MoreSeeing big, yellow school busses, full of excited students and teachers, roll into the Garden is a sight that we have missed. Typically, hundreds of classes a year visit us […]
Read MoreSince Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden closed its gates to visitors in March of this year in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, volunteer Elaine Loomis has spent some of her days […]
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