Do you find it challenging to implement nature-based activities for infants and toddlers that are developmentally appropriate? Experience first-hand how nature-based and play-based learning can inspire infants and toddlers to […]

Perennials can provide almost year-round color in an easy-care garden.  The Beginner's Perennial Garden introduces you to hardy perennials, simple starter plans, and the basics of soil preparation.  Instructor Beth Burrell […]

Celebrate the art of Japanese flower arrangement at the Ellen Gordon Allen Annual Lecture/Demonstration featuring Ingrid Luders, Ohara School Grand Master. Ingrid Luders attained the degree of Ohara School First […]

Come learn some basic and fun information about butterflies and moths, including the significance of Monarch butterflies and how we can each make a difference. Afterwards, enjoy a guided walk […]

Explore Virginia’s unique regions through dishes celebrating the Northern Neck, Tidewater, Shenandoah Valley and River City with Executive Chef Anne Maury Haapala. More than just ham biscuits and pimento cheese, […]

New best-selling books have brought revelations about how trees live their lives. You'll visit some of the Garden’s most prominent trees and hear discoveries about their subtle communication skills through […]

Native plants are a wonderful addition to the landscape for their adaptability, ornamental value and pollinator support. Tour the Garden with experienced Guides and learn how to incorporate natives into […]

Explore and view the Asian Valley from a different perspective. Learn how Eastern culture, tradition, and lore are fundamentals in the development of an Asian garden.