Created by nationally known sculptor Alex Heveri, the exhibition of glass sculptures captures the essence of flight. Included with Garden Admission. Featured will be 15 of artist Alex Heveri’s glass and steel sculptures of gigantic insects. The sculptures are Dalle de Verre, French for “glass slab,” a technique that… Read More
Bring your binoculars and get ready to participate in Cornell Labs’ annual Great Backyard Bird Count at the Atlanta Botanical Garden Gainesville. Identification sheets and instructions on how to enter your data as a citizen scientist will be provided by staff. A great event for the whole family. Garden Admission… Read More
Gainesville Garden Members, take a stroll through the spring garden with one of our talented horticulturists and enjoy everything in bloom! With special focus on our tulip beds and containers, this tour celebrates all the garden offers this season. A walking tour will be offered during member day. Read More
An ecological alternative to hardwood mulch, living plants add wildlife habitat, increase biodiversity, protect the soil and keep weeds down. Learn how this important layer in the garden will beautify your spaces and contribute to the ecosystem. Schedule Saturday, April 20, 10 – 11:30… Read More
Learn the basic science behind making miso, its health benefits and how to make miso variations at home for different uses, including traditional soy and non-soy recipes. Nibble on tasty miso-seasoned nosh while you learn during this semi-hands-on class. Schedule Saturday, February 24, 11 a.m. –… Read More
Learn how to create beautiful plant designs on silk. Eco printing is imprinting images of leaves, plants, and flowers directly on protein fibers using a water bath process. In this workshop, you will create your own unique, beautiful, and colorful designs on a silk scarf with plants you… Read More
Discover the environmental and economic benefits of adding a water barrel to your property, and construct your own during this hands-on workshop. Schedule Saturday, March 9, 10 a.m. – noon Fee $55 (Member $50) Deadline March 5 Instructor… Read More
Every Friday and Saturday in October, in keeping with this year’s Scarecrows in the Garden theme, Día de Muertos, make a tribute to your loved ones at a community ofrenda in the Kay & Douglas Ivester Visitor Center. Guests can color a sugar skull and… Read More
This summer, Plant. Eat. Repeat. will dig into the world of healthy soil! Learn about essential soil nutrients, signs that your soil might need evaluation and how to perform and analyze a soil test to amend and improve your growing space for a healthy happy garden. Find a fun, friendly,… Read More
Do you love plants, staple guns, and beer? Then this is the class for you! Join our horticulturist as they walk you through the creation of your own evergreen wreath using unique and easy techniques. One garden beer and materials for your own wreath are included in the ticket price. Read More
