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SOLD OUT: Hops and Holly – Wreath Making

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

Creating Floral Arrangements

Want to know more about floral design? Join one of our talented horticulturists as she teaches you the basics of creating your own beautiful arrangement for the holiday season. Materials will be provided. Schedule Sunday, Nov. 5, 10 – 12 p.m. Fee $50 (Member $45) Deadline Oct. 28… Read More

Growing Your Own Microgreens

Learn how to sow, grow, and harvest a wide variety of delicious and nutritious microgreens at home. Schedule Saturday, Oct. 21, 10 – 12 p.m. Fee $50 (Member $45) Deadline Oct. 14 Instructor Kelsey Bartlett… Read More

SOLD OUT: Build a Terrarium

Choose from a variety of moisture-loving plants, and learn how to care for your unique micro-ecosystem. Schedule Saturday, Oct.28, 1:30 – 3 p.m. Fee $50 (Member $45) Deadline October 22 Instructor Abby Armistead… Read More

International Plant Exploration Program: Behind the Scenes

Join the International Plant Exploration Program (IPEP) team for a behind-the-scenes tour of the IPEP field nursery and hear stories of their recent work in Vietnam, China, and India. Schedule Saturday, Sept. 30,10 a.m. – noon Fee $34 (Member $29) Deadline Sept. 23 Instructor Scott McMahan,… Read More

CANCELED: Biology and Ecology of Monarchs

Take an in-depth look at the biology and ecology of the monarch butterfly, observe live specimens of various stages of its life cycle, and practice monarch-related community science. Schedule Saturday, Sept. 9, 10 –  12 p.m. $34 (Member $29) Fee $34 (Member $29) Deadline Sept. 1 Instructor Susan… Read More

SOLD OUT: Homemade Pie Making

Elevate your pies or gain a completely new skill when you learn how to make flaky, delicious pie crust from scratch in this hands-on class. We cover how to use the crust for both sweet and savory applications as well as fun decorative techniques. Schedule: Saturday, October 21, 3:30 – 5:30… Read More

Hydroponics Basics

Join us for a discussion and demonstration of the benefits and drawbacks, various methodologies, and environmental impacts of Hydroponic Gardening! Attendees will have the opportunity to transplant a starter plant into their own hydroponic growing kit during the class and will learn how to mix nutrients, check pH… Read More

SOLD OUT: Tour of Orchid Collection

Enjoy a curator-led walking tour of the Fuqua Orchid Center and orchid collection. Discover rare treasures in the Garden’s orchid collection, learn how we built our collection and take away tips for becoming a better orchid grower.  Schedule: Saturday, September 9, 9:30 – 11 a.m. Fee: $29 ($24 Members) Deadline: September… Read More

Imperiled Beauty: Endangered Plants in Georgia

Imperiled Beauty is an exhibit of 19 watercolor paintings by author and botanical artist, Laura C. Martin. Each of the flowers depicted grows in Georgia and is listed on the Federal Endangered Species list. The purpose of the exhibit is to raise awareness and inform people about the rare and… Read More