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Event Series Rose Garden Celebration Weekend

Rose Garden Celebration Weekend

Morris Arboretum & Gardens 100 E Northwestern Ave, Philadelphia, United States

Part of Morris Arboretum & Gardens' seasonal exhibition Bees, Butterflies & Blooms: A Pollinator Paradise, the special Rose Garden Celebration Weekend, held June 14 and 15, focuses on the spectacular beauty of these beloved flowers. Join us in the Rose Garden all weekend long to celebrate with crafts and science fun! We’ll be exploring our relationships with roses though their herbal properties, the myths around them, and why they’re important here at Morris! Free with general admission. Get more information at morrisarboretum.org.

Free – $22
Event Series Native Plants of Summer – Hybrid

Native Plants of Summer – Hybrid

Mt Cuba, 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, 19707, United States

Our highly popular Native Plants Series is available in a new course format. View the prerecorded lectures at your own pace prior to joining Mt. Cuba staff for scheduled onsite 2-hour garden tours. Tours include walking over rolling terrain and mulched paths. Dress for the weather. Classes are rain or shine. Six prerecorded online lectures available Monday 5/26. This program takes place in-person at Mt. Cuba Center Three garden tours Saturday: 6/7, 6/21, & 6/28, Optional Exam 7/12. About the Instructors: Kathy Elliot works as an Educator at Mt. Cuba Center. She has bachelor’s degree in plant science and English

$249

Morris Arboretum & Gardens Tour — The Wetland: A Unique Ecosystem

Morris Arboretum & Gardens 100 E Northwestern Ave, Philadelphia, United States

This specialty tour investigates many native plants and trees around the pond and near the Wissahickon Creek. It includes a brief history of the Wetland and describes the nature of a wetland ecosystem. The Wetland offers both the beauty and ruggedness created in the environment. Wetlands provide important resources--water, food, shelter--vital for plants, trees and wildlife that create a native abundant habitat. This tour is off-path, and visitors are advised to wear walking or hiking shoes. Meet at the kiosk as you enter the Morris. Park to the left of the garden entrance. Free with general admission!

Free – $22
Event Series Rose Garden Celebration Weekend

Rose Garden Celebration Weekend

Morris Arboretum & Gardens 100 E Northwestern Ave, Philadelphia, United States

Part of Morris Arboretum & Gardens' seasonal exhibition Bees, Butterflies & Blooms: A Pollinator Paradise, the special Rose Garden Celebration Weekend, held June 14 and 15, focuses on the spectacular beauty of these beloved flowers. Join us in the Rose Garden all weekend long to celebrate with crafts and science fun! We’ll be exploring our relationships with roses though their herbal properties, the myths around them, and why they’re important here at Morris! Free with general admission. Get more information at morrisarboretum.org.

Free – $22

Morris Arboretum & Gardens’ Bloomin’ Bubbles: Butterflies

Morris Arboretum & Gardens 100 E Northwestern Ave, Philadelphia, United States

Join us Tuesday, June 17 for a special Bloomin' Bubbles: Butterflies, as we transform the Whimsical Woods into a magical bubble party just for kids! Free with general admission. We're highlighting butterflies with crafts, songs, and dancing as part of our Bees, Butterflies & Blooms exhibition.

Free – $22
Event Series Native Plants of Summer

Native Plants of Summer

Mt Cuba, 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, 19707, United States

Native plants of the Eastern Temperate Forest are beautiful, inspiring, and critically important for healthy landscapes. From the subdued colors and fragrances of spring wildflowers to the exuberance of summer perennials and the captivating hues of fall foliage, discover a wealth of plants to satisfy your gardening needs throughout the seasons. Using Mt. Cuba’s stunning gardens, learn to identify 60 trees, shrubs, and herbaceous perennials in each Native Plants course. Examine their key identifying characteristics, preferred growing conditions, overall size, and ecological significance. Students seeking the certificate must pass the onsite exam. One hour garden tours follow weekly lectures. Tours

$249
Event Series Twilight on the Terrace

Twilight on the Terrace

Mt. Cuba Center 3120 Barley Mill Rd., Hockessin, DE, United States

Unwind from the week with a bite to eat while enjoying live music and evening access to the gardens. Grab a seat on the terrace or bring lawn chairs or blankets to sit on the lawn. Pack your own picnic or purchase local food truck fare, beer and wine. No outside alcohol permitted.

$6 – $20

Journeywork Summer Solstice Evening with Jenny Rose Carey

Gwynedd Friends Meeting 1101 DeKalb Pike, Gwynedd, P, United States

Journeywork is excited to welcome Jenny Rose Carey as the speaker for our inaugural Summer Solstice Lecture. She will be sharing stories of her experiences gardening with nature. Jenny is the author of Glorious Shade and The Ultimate Flower Gardener’s Guide. She and her home gardens have been featured in the Philadelphia Inquirer, the Wall Street Journal, and on the PBS series The Victory Garden. She is the former senior director of the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society’s Meadowbrook Farm in Jenkintown and former director of the Ambler Arboretum of Temple University. Bring lawn chairs or a blanket to enjoy this outdoor

$20
Event Series Native Plants of Summer – Hybrid

Native Plants of Summer – Hybrid

Mt Cuba, 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, 19707, United States

Our highly popular Native Plants Series is available in a new course format. View the prerecorded lectures at your own pace prior to joining Mt. Cuba staff for scheduled onsite 2-hour garden tours. Tours include walking over rolling terrain and mulched paths. Dress for the weather. Classes are rain or shine. Six prerecorded online lectures available Monday 5/26. This program takes place in-person at Mt. Cuba Center Three garden tours Saturday: 6/7, 6/21, & 6/28, Optional Exam 7/12. About the Instructors: Kathy Elliot works as an Educator at Mt. Cuba Center. She has bachelor’s degree in plant science and English

$249

Navigating Non-Chemical Restoration

Mt Cuba, 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, 19707, United States

Have you struggled to restore an undeveloped part of your property where aggressive, introduced species like lesser celandine pervade? Explore native plant allies that can help outcompete invasive species and bolster biodiversity. This interactive class will equip you with the confidence to confidently tackle tenacious introduced species without chemical sprays. One lucky participant will be gifted a “Native Plant Ally” kit, equipped with native landscape plants to help launch your next restoration project! This program takes place in-person at Mt. Cuba Center Saturday, June 21, 2025. About the Instructor: Elyse Jurgen, owner of Waxwing EcoWorks Co., rebuilds ecological literacy and

$39
Event Series Garden Care Series

Garden Care Series

Mt Cuba, 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, 19707, United States

Learn and discuss approaches to ecological gardening maintenance through the growing season, from techniques, like controlling flopping tall perennials with a simple “Chelsea Chop,” to more complex strategies. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center on Sundays 4/27 and 8/24. About the Instructor: Olivia Kirkpatrick is a designer at GreenWeaver Landscapes, a design-build company providing ecological landscape design, construction, and gardening to southeastern Pennsylvania and northern Delaware. Olivia worked in public gardens for several years before returning to landscape design with a renewed interest in landscape management and sustainability. They are particularly interested in artistic planting design,

$54
Event Series Native Plants of Summer

Native Plants of Summer

Mt Cuba, 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, 19707, United States

Native plants of the Eastern Temperate Forest are beautiful, inspiring, and critically important for healthy landscapes. From the subdued colors and fragrances of spring wildflowers to the exuberance of summer perennials and the captivating hues of fall foliage, discover a wealth of plants to satisfy your gardening needs throughout the seasons. Using Mt. Cuba’s stunning gardens, learn to identify 60 trees, shrubs, and herbaceous perennials in each Native Plants course. Examine their key identifying characteristics, preferred growing conditions, overall size, and ecological significance. Students seeking the certificate must pass the onsite exam. One hour garden tours follow weekly lectures. Tours

$249
Event Series Morris Arboretum & Gardens Wings & Wildflowers Opening Weekend

Morris Arboretum & Gardens Wings & Wildflowers Opening Weekend

Morris Arboretum & Gardens 100 E Northwestern Ave, Philadelphia, United States

Immerse yourself in two new lush meadows planted especially for this exhibition. Giant pollinator-inspired art adds a creative touch with artists presenting works that capture the essence and importance of pollinators in our ecosystem. Join us in the English Park Pop-Up Pollinator Meadow all weekend long to welcome our new butterfly friends with stories, crafts, and dancing! Free with general admission.

Free – $22
Event Series Native Plants of Summer – Hybrid

Native Plants of Summer – Hybrid

Mt Cuba, 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, 19707, United States

Our highly popular Native Plants Series is available in a new course format. View the prerecorded lectures at your own pace prior to joining Mt. Cuba staff for scheduled onsite 2-hour garden tours. Tours include walking over rolling terrain and mulched paths. Dress for the weather. Classes are rain or shine. Six prerecorded online lectures available Monday 5/26. This program takes place in-person at Mt. Cuba Center Three garden tours Saturday: 6/7, 6/21, & 6/28, Optional Exam 7/12. About the Instructors: Kathy Elliot works as an Educator at Mt. Cuba Center. She has bachelor’s degree in plant science and English

$249
Event Series Morris Arboretum & Gardens Wings & Wildflowers Opening Weekend

Morris Arboretum & Gardens Wings & Wildflowers Opening Weekend

Morris Arboretum & Gardens 100 E Northwestern Ave, Philadelphia, United States

Immerse yourself in two new lush meadows planted especially for this exhibition. Giant pollinator-inspired art adds a creative touch with artists presenting works that capture the essence and importance of pollinators in our ecosystem. Join us in the English Park Pop-Up Pollinator Meadow all weekend long to welcome our new butterfly friends with stories, crafts, and dancing! Free with general admission.

Free – $22

Event Series Native Plants of Summer

Native Plants of Summer

Mt Cuba, 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, 19707, United States

Native plants of the Eastern Temperate Forest are beautiful, inspiring, and critically important for healthy landscapes. From the subdued colors and fragrances of spring wildflowers to the exuberance of summer perennials and the captivating hues of fall foliage, discover a wealth of plants to satisfy your gardening needs throughout the seasons. Using Mt. Cuba’s stunning gardens, learn to identify 60 trees, shrubs, and herbaceous perennials in each Native Plants course. Examine their key identifying characteristics, preferred growing conditions, overall size, and ecological significance. Students seeking the certificate must pass the onsite exam. One hour garden tours follow weekly lectures. Tours

$249

Christina Cultural Art Center in the Gardens

Mt. Cuba Center 3120 Barley Mill Rd., Hockessin, DE, United States

Dance to the beat of your own drum while students and staff from Christina Cultural Arts Center showcase their talents in our gardens. Create and express yourself with family-friendly activities as you unwind from the week and enjoy a variety of live dance, voice, and musical performances. Food and beverages available for purchase. Included with garden admission. This program takes place in-person at Mt. Cuba Center Friday, July 11th, 2025 (Rain Date: 7/12).

Included with garden admission
Event Series Twilight on the Terrace

Twilight on the Terrace

Mt. Cuba Center 3120 Barley Mill Rd., Hockessin, DE, United States

Unwind from the week with a bite to eat while enjoying live music and evening access to the gardens. Grab a seat on the terrace or bring lawn chairs or blankets to sit on the lawn. Pack your own picnic or purchase local food truck fare, beer and wine. No outside alcohol permitted.

$6 – $20
Event Series Garden Care Series

Garden Care Series

Mt Cuba, 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, 19707, United States

Learn and discuss approaches to ecological gardening maintenance through the growing season, from techniques, like controlling flopping tall perennials with a simple “Chelsea Chop,” to more complex strategies. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center on Sundays 4/27 and 8/24. About the Instructor: Olivia Kirkpatrick is a designer at GreenWeaver Landscapes, a design-build company providing ecological landscape design, construction, and gardening to southeastern Pennsylvania and northern Delaware. Olivia worked in public gardens for several years before returning to landscape design with a renewed interest in landscape management and sustainability. They are particularly interested in artistic planting design,

$54

Event Series Twilight on the Terrace

Twilight on the Terrace

Mt. Cuba Center 3120 Barley Mill Rd., Hockessin, DE, United States

Unwind from the week with a bite to eat while enjoying live music and evening access to the gardens. Grab a seat on the terrace or bring lawn chairs or blankets to sit on the lawn. Pack your own picnic or purchase local food truck fare, beer and wine. No outside alcohol permitted.

$6 – $20
Event Series Garden Care Series

Garden Care Series

Mt Cuba, 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, 19707, United States

Learn and discuss approaches to ecological gardening maintenance through the growing season, from techniques, like controlling flopping tall perennials with a simple “Chelsea Chop,” to more complex strategies. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center on Sundays 4/27 and 8/24. About the Instructor: Olivia Kirkpatrick is a designer at GreenWeaver Landscapes, a design-build company providing ecological landscape design, construction, and gardening to southeastern Pennsylvania and northern Delaware. Olivia worked in public gardens for several years before returning to landscape design with a renewed interest in landscape management and sustainability. They are particularly interested in artistic planting design,

$54
Event Series Twilight on the Terrace

Twilight on the Terrace

Mt. Cuba Center 3120 Barley Mill Rd., Hockessin, DE, United States

Unwind from the week with a bite to eat while enjoying live music and evening access to the gardens. Grab a seat on the terrace or bring lawn chairs or blankets to sit on the lawn. Pack your own picnic or purchase local food truck fare, beer and wine. No outside alcohol permitted.

$6 – $20