Learn to grow tomatoes, peppers, eggplant and all of the familiar, delicious members of the Solanaceae family which are so essential to chefs and home cooks. Join herb and garden expert Mark Ragland in this virtual evening class as he discusses their surprising and fascinating history and gives you tips and tricks to grow them […]
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Learn to distinguish between the beneficial bugs you want in your garden and destructive garden pests. An avid gardener since age 12, instructor Mark Ragland has a great deal of experience and expertise to share regarding these creepy crawlies. Spend a summer evening with Mark in this virtual class as he discusses how to keep […]
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Art Installation Saturday, July 31, 1-4:30 pm Artist in Residence Exhibition July 31 - Oct 31, on view daily in the Anderson Meadow Included with regular Garden admission Join us to watch the artist in residence, Alfonso Pérez Acosta, create his art installation of your rock paintings! Earlier this summer, visitors select and painted a […]
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Learn how to create the basic shapes and styles of floral designs—the building blocks for true creativity. This course will introduce you to techniques and styles commonly used by professionals. Learn preparation techniques, how to create basic shapes, and how to prepare flowers for long-lasting arrangements. A section on cut flower care and handling is […]
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Use fresh, locally grown flowers and veggies to learn creative ways to incorporate them into summery floral designs. Designs will provide color and a touch of whimsy. After a demonstration from David, you get to play, too. Our Garden continues to follow CDC recommendations and state guidelines for preventing the spread of COVID-19. We are […]
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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 […]
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Learn about why and how to use native Virginia plants in your landscape in this series offered by the Plant Virginia Natives partnership. 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 bring you […]
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As part of the Richmond Rose Society Show, join us for a special workshop A Year in the Rose Garden, free with Garden admission. Pre-registration required due to capacity limitations. There is not much difference between a rose garden and any other sort of garden. All gardens require a series of simple tasks performed on […]
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Included with regular Garden admission. Thursday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., now through September 5 Secret Lives of Bugs! Have you ever wondered what a baby dragonfly looks like? Or where butterflies go in the rain? Visit Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden to learn the answers to these questions and more, as we reveal […]
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Enhance your understanding and appreciation of the Garden with one of these specialized walks featuring seasonal aspects of the collection, 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. Properly […]
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