Learn to put the right plant in the right place with this introduction to plants for your home. Discussions will cover traditional houseplants, unusual plants and outdoor plants to consider bringing inside. Examinations of typical home environments will look at light, temperature and humidity. Schedule Saturday,… Read More
This class will go over different aquatic plant species used in the Gainesville garden, potting techniques and mixes, and aquatic plants for container gardens and backyard ponds. Schedule: Saturday, July 22, 10 a.m. – noon Fee: $34 (Members $29) Deadline: July 21 Instructor: Tori Powers… Read More
Explore container gardens planned and created by horticulture staff. Learn basics including plant selection, soil types and choosing appropriate containers. Schedule: Saturday, Aug. 26, 10 a.m. – noon Fee: $34 (Members $29) Deadline: Aug. 25 Instructor: Tori Powers… Read More
Come to the garden dressed as a favorite fairytale character, fairies, dragons, knights, princesses, witches, and wizards. Starting at 11 a.m. in the Children’s Garden, enjoy a story read by Mother Nature and a fairytale parade filled with music and bubbles. This event is free with Garden admission. Schedule: May… Read More
Come to the garden dressed as a favorite fairytale character, fairies, dragons, knights, princesses, witches, and wizards. Starting at 11 a.m. in the Children’s Garden, enjoy a story read by Mother Nature and a fairytale parade filled with music and bubbles. This event is free with Garden admission. Schedule: May… Read More
Come to the garden dressed as a favorite fairytale character, fairies, dragons, knights, princesses, witches, and wizards. Starting at 11 a.m. in the Children’s Garden, enjoy a story read by Mother Nature and a fairytale parade filled with music and bubbles. This event is free with Garden admission. Schedule: May… Read More
We will capture bouquets of flowers and all their colors, shapes and textures. When line, color and paint marry on the toned background, you capture the whimsical blooms. View the supply list below. Schedule: Thursday June 22 and Friday, June 23, 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Fee: $95 ($90 Members)… Read More
Explore nine colorful, larger-than-life skeleton sculptures of La Catrina, one of the most recognizable figures of Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead), by Los Angeles artist Ricardo Soltero. An elegant female skeleton and an icon of Mexican heritage, La Catrina approaches death not through sadness, but as a… Read More
We are excited to offer two week-long day camp sessions this summer! The Garden Magic Camp fosters a fun creative environment for kids to get excited about the science and magic of nature with STEM-based activities. Individuals may not sign up for both weeks as space is limited to 15… Read More
Set to kick-off a lovely weekend, take a moment to slow down and enjoy a s’more with the ones you love. The Gainesville Garden will be open for extended daytime hours, featuring 2 fire pits for roasting s’mores and a cashless bar. S’mores are $4 for 2 graham crackers, half… Read More
