Alcohol inks are a relatively new fascination of painters and crafters. A vibrant, fast drying medium, they are used to paint on non-porous surfaces such as glass, tile, or metal. The possibilities for experimentation are limitless. Experience the almost instant magic of these inks on tile. Using florals as inspiration, participants will create colorful, abstracted […]

Williamsburg-based botanical artist Juliet Kirby leads this four-day watercolor workshop for advanced botanical artists and certificate students working on their final portfolio. Participants bring a plant of their own choosing. This course continues to emphasize composition, accuracy, and direction of light. Students provide materials: View list of recommended materials. Our Garden continues to follow CDC […]

A crash course on how to prune shrubs and small trees for strong structure and optimal health. Instructor Leah Purdy, will show you the basic “rules” of structural pruning, appropriate pruning seasons for various trees and shrubs, and demonstrate pruning techniques. Bring questions about personal pruning problems. Our Garden continues to follow CDC recommendations and […]

Mammal browse is one of the biggest challenges that gardeners face. And we all have critters that we are sharing our gardens with, including deer, rabbits, groundhogs, even cats and dogs! In this fun webinar author and horticulturist Brie Arthur will explain her approach to dealing with unwanted animals. She will cover it all, including […]

On this walk, explore the magical feeling of viewing a full moon combined with exploring our senses from dusk into the darker hours of nightfall. Invitations are used to open our senses and explore this time of day which is often hidden from us or which we are too busy to notice. Rain date: October […]

Learn about why and how to use native Virginia plants in your landscape If you’ve heard that using native plants in your yard helps improve the environment for everyone, but are not sure why or how to do that, this series of webinars brings you up to speed on ways to turn your home garden […]

Enhance your understanding and appreciation of the Garden with this specialized garden walk featuring seasonal aspects of the collection. Walks are offered monthly except December, January, July, and August.  Come dressed for the weather and walking in the Garden. Our Garden continues to follow CDC recommendations and state guidelines for preventing the spread of COVID-19. […]

No matter how much or how little time we spend outdoors, we have an intrinsic connection to nature. The natural world informs our sense of place and identity, helping forge our connection with ourselves and the world. Join us for a morning of exploring the myriad ways nature intersects with our personal lives. We will write […]

Learn about why and how to use native Virginia plants in your landscape If you’ve heard that using native plants in your yard helps improve the environment for everyone, but are not sure why or how to do that, this series of webinars brings you up to speed on ways to turn your home garden […]