Take Home Hummingbird Garden
Forget the food dye and messy sugar water; invite a bit of magic into your garden, naturally. This class celebrates the wonder of hummingbirds, those bright,…
Leaf-Casting Workshop: Section A
Encapsulate the splendor of nature in a resilient and functional piece of garden art using cement and real foliage as your mold. In this hands on workshop,…
Working with Natural Dyes
Join us for a hands-on workshop where you’ll create a beautiful scarf using dyes extracted from natural sources such as indigo—one of the most historically…
Gardening for Ecological Resilience Tour
Take an in-depth look at the gardens, discover how to create sustainable landscapes with native plants, and learn effective techniques for gardening for…
Twilight on the Terrace
Unwind from the week with a bite to eat while enjoying live music and evening access to the gardens including free tours. Grab a seat on the terrace or bring…
How to Draw Songbirds
Learn how to draw the birds in your backyard in this workshop taught by naturalist and wildlife illustrator Jack Hobe. Discover tricks for capturing birds on…
Go Native with Infused Vodkas
Mixologist and purveyor of fine spirits Diane Keesee demonstrates just how easy it can be to create uniquely flavored vodkas using native plants from the…
Golden Hour
Enjoy the cooler evening temperatures with extended garden hours until 8 PM, a full bar and discounted admission of just $10 when you arrive after 4:30 PM and…
Plant Health Care
Healthy gardens begin with healthy plants and understanding how to care for them ecologically is essential to long-term success. This course provides you with…
Mysterious Moths (Online)
Our enchantment with butterflies isn’t surprising. These daytime flyers are easily observed and collectively encompass a rainbow palette of colors punctuated…
Leaf-Casting Workshop: Section B
Encapsulate the splendor of nature in a resilient and functional piece of garden art using cement and real foliage as your mold. In this hands on workshop,…
Learn to Draw a Hummingbird With Colored Pencils (Online)
Join artist and budding naturalist, Emma Brittain, as she guides you in discovering the art of identifying subtle colors and enhancing the vibrancy of your…
Enhancing Life in the Soil
Healthy native plant communities depend on soils that are biologically active, structurally sound, and contain required organic matter. In this full day,…
Exploring Caterpillar Ecology and How to Support Them in Your Landscape
This course bridges the gap between caterpillar ecology and backyard conservation. Dr. Ellen Lake will guide you through fascinating aspects of caterpillar…
Exploring Caterpillar Ecology and How to Support Them in Your Landscape (Online)
This course bridges the gap between caterpillar ecology and backyard conservation. Dr. Ellen Lake will guide you through fascinating aspects of caterpillar…
Heroes of the Night: Highlights from Mt. Cuba’s Moth Study (Online)
Often overlooked in favor of their daytime counterparts, moths and their caterpillars are the unsung champions of our local ecosystems. While North America…
Trial Garden Highlights – Pycnanthemum (mountain-mint)
Pycnanthemum, commonly known as mountain-mint, is a powerhouse native perennial prized for its aromatic foliage, long bloom season, and exceptional value to…
Create an Ecological Garden Design for Homeowners
Whether you’re envisioning a full garden transformation or designing a new planting area, join seasoned landscape designer Michael Blacketer to explore the…
Late Season Garden Care
The end of summer is traditionally seen as the end of the gardening season, but in the ecological garden, the gardening season is year-round. Perennial…
Inviting Wildlife into the Garden: Hybrid Learning
Transform your landscape into a thriving habitat that supports birds, mammals, reptiles, amphibians, and a wide variety of beneficial insects. This immersive…
Botany for Gardeners
A deeper understanding of plant biology can transform the way you garden and help you recognize and identify native plants more readily. Explore the…
Why Fall Leaves Add Value to Your Garden
Every fall, homeowners face the same question: rake, mulch, or leave the leaves? Join Dr. Max Ferlauto, State Entomologist for the Maryland Natural Heritage…
Botanical Sun Printing: Section A
Cyanotype, also known as sun prints, is a camera-less photographic process that uses light, chemistry, and nature to create striking blue-and-white images. In…
Introduction to Water-Wise Gardening
Discover simple, practical changes to create a more resilient garden in a changing climate—while helping to protect the health of your local watershed. This…