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New
Garden Style

VA, United States

In New Garden Style, learn the techniques and secrets for creating chic, vintage-inspired arrangements in a trendy footed container. David Pippin demonstrates the step-by-step process of crafting a lush, romantic centerpiece. Send us your pictures of your completed Garden style arrangement for a critique by David, and to share with your classmates. A list of […]

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In Season: Fall Flavors
with Chef Anne

1800 Lakeside Avenue, Richmond, VA, United States

Learn to create warm comfort food dinners highlighting your favorite autumn fruits and vegetables in this virtual culinary class.  Executive Chef Anne Maury Haapala shares her tips and tricks for making delicious meals showcasing the best of fall produce.   Menu and recipes will be sent before the class. Recipes include: Cider braised chicken thighs with […]

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Tropical Vibes in the Central Garden

1800 Lakeside Avenue, Richmond, VA, United States

Experience the Central Garden like never before! Join Garden Guide Julia Cothron on a virtual tour of the Central Garden as she explores major types of tropical plants used in the Garden’s landscaping designs and provides tips for growing and overwintering them. Veteran Guides Lorrie Lincoln, Helen Blencowe and Sherry Giese will share their expertise […]

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Nature
Journaling

VA, United States

Make some time over the course of a week to beginning a simply illustrated journal to chronicle your love of gardens. Whether here at Lewis Ginter, at home, or in your travels, your journaling practice captures the magic of what you see —natural elements as well as landscaping features such as pathways, gates, and fences. […]

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M&T Bank Wind, Waves and Light:
Art in Motion Virtual Tour

1800 Lakeside Avenue, Richmond, VA, United States

Delve into the world of kinetic sculpture with Garden Guide Anita Waters in a virtual tour of the exhibit M&T Bank Wind, Waves and Light: Art in Motion by George Sherwood. This unique, behind the scenes tour, will include videos taken at different times of the day to truly experience the effect that nature has […]

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Extending
the Vegetable Season

VA, United States

Learn how to extend your vegetable growing season with various tactics and plant selections. Fall is a great time for planting sets and doing some cleanup for next year, too. Horticulturist Heather Veneziano shares tips and tricks, some used for centuries. This class is cancelled.

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Selecting and Caring for
Indoor Plants

1800 Lakeside Avenue, Richmond, VA, United States

Are you craving green plants in your pandemic shelter spot? Jealous of those perfectly-manicured interiors on Instagram while wondering where they get those amazing indoor plants? Join Elise Benhase to discuss different types of houseplants, how to keep them alive, and how to find a place for them in your home. This class has been […]

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Tea
A 5,000 Year Tradition

1800 Lakeside Avenue, Richmond, VA, United States

One amazing plant in over 3,000 varieties produces the second most consumed beverage on Earth – tea. Steeped in history, lore and tradition, tea is again becoming America’s favorite beverage. In this virtual class, explore how that single leaf, depending on where it’s grown, picked and processed, provides an endless selection of flavors. Learn how […]

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Gourds
for Fall Décor

VA, United States

Forget lining up pumpkins on your doorstep. David Pippin shows you how to use the amazing shapes, sizes, and colors of fall’s favorite squash in clever arrangements. Learn to create arrangements for your front porch, table, and mantle using gourds and a variety of seasonal materials. Online class conducted via Zoom

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The New Normal in Tree Care
Current Challenges and Future Planning for Urban Forests

1800 Lakeside Avenue, Richmond, VA, United States

Monday, October 19, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Wednesday, October 21, 12:30 - 2:45 p.m. In this virtual tree care symposium speakers consider the significance of urban forests and their importance to community viability, including their role in mitigating climate change through heat island reduction and stormwater management. Species selection, common diseases and maintenance pruning […]

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