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  • Gardening for Watershed Conservation: Section A

    Gardening for Watershed Conservation: Section A

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

    Learn how to implement various sustainable gardening and landscaping techniques that manage and conserve water. Reduce the demands of water management infrastructure by capturing rain and keeping it onsite. Discover the changes you can make to help build a resilient garden in a changing climate while improving the water quality in the local watershed. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center on Two Thursdays 3/6 and 3/13 (Rain Date: Thursday, March 20). About the Instructors: Lucy Dinsmore is a horticulturist and certified arborist who loves learning and teaching about all things growing. She worked in public gardens

    $199

  • Bring Bluebirds and Others to Your Garden: Section B

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

    Bluebirds are a delightful native thrush that would be a welcome addition to anyone’s garden. Learn all about the biology of bluebirds and the best ways to install nest boxes so you can attract these colorful birds to your yard. Creating a landscape with native plants will provide food for the young bluebirds and may even persuade them to stay year-round. Learn which shrubs and trees you can plant to provide nest sites for several other common birds. Your garden will become a home for a multitude of beautiful birds! This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center

    $29

  • Getting Your Habitat Garden Started

    Plymouth Friends Meeting 2150 Butler Pike, Plymouth Meeting, P, United States

    Paige Menton, founder of Journeywork, a nonprofit dedicated to helping people create healthy habitats, will share her experience on how to get a native garden started. This is the first workshop in a series of three offered by the Weavers Way Environment Committee. All proceeds are used for future grants to community groups.

    $15 – $40

  • WLS – Homegrown Conservation

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

    Climate change and biodiversity loss are creating existential threats to people and nature. But we can help. In this presentation, you’ll learn about how traditional landscape management is contributing to climate change and biodiversity loss and discover small steps we can all take in our own backyards and communities to steward our landscapes for nature and wildlife. This program is part of the online Mt. Cuba Lecture Series. This program takes place online Wednesday, March 19, 2025. About the Instructor: Danae Wolfe is an award-winning conservation photographer, writer, educator, and TEDx speaker focused on fostering appreciation and stewardship of backyard

    $25

  • The Beginner’s Native Perennial Garden

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

    Need help creating a stunning garden with a variety of textures and colors that thrive throughout the year? Nancy will break down the planning process, explain how to choose the best plants for different areas, and define the considerations when it comes to maintaining a healthy garden. By the end, you’ll have a layout that suits your site and benefits the ecosystem. Bring a scale drawing of your yard and a snack. All are welcome. Class is designed for the beginner gardener. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center on Friday, March 21, 2025. About the Instructor:

    $39

  • Journeywork Spring Gathering

    Plymouth Friends Meeting 2150 Butler Pike, Plymouth Meeting, P, United States

    Welcome in the growing season with Journeywork at our second annual spring gathering at Plymouth Friends Meeting on Saturday, March 22 from 9:00-11:00! Enjoy bagels and fruit provided by Weavers Way and coffee donated by Backyard Beans, bring some seeds to swap, and hear from Sam Makler, Nursery Manager at Collins Nursery, about "Uncommon and Underused Natives." Then Kristy Morley, Wissahickon Trails Senior Naturalist, will share stories and photos of local wildlife she has observed. Come learn more about how you can get involved with Journeywork and check out the garden designs of the yards where we will be planting

    $50
  • Gardening for Watershed Conservation: Section B

    Introduction to Bonsai Using Native Trees

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

    The art of Bonsai has a long and rich history in Japan and other Eastern Asian countries – one that can translate easily to our region using native trees and proper techniques. Join members of the Pennsylvania Bonsai Association to explore the history and fundamental elements and styles of this ancient art. Students will learn how to choose, plant, train, and provide long-term care to a young specimen tree. Go home with a new Bonsai tree of your own. Please bring sharp pruners/scissors, gardening gloves, and a flat box to transport your tree home. This program takes place in person

    $85

  • The Cultivar Conundrum (Online)

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

    Dig deeper into the business of cultivars. The concept of a native plant seems simple, until you start hearing about cultivars, nativars, selections, ecotypes, and hybrids. In this class we’ll dig into what all those terms mean, where named plant selections come from, and how they impact the ecosystem that is your garden. This program takes place online on Saturday, March 22, 2025. About the Instructor: Joseph Tychonievich is a life-long lover of plants and gardening. He got his degree in horticulture from Ohio State University and went on to work for specialty rare plant nurseries in Japan and Michigan.

    $25

  • Harlem Samba | Philly Salsa

    Esperanza Arts Center - Parking Lot 4261 N 5th St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Esperanza Arts Center presents Harlem Samba | Philly Salsa featuring Edmar Castañeda & Curtis Stewart Saturday, March 22, 2025 3:00pm TEATRO ESPERANZA General Admission: $20, Adults Children & Seniors (60+) FREE Hosted and curated by Grammy-nominated artists Edmar Castañeda and Curtis Stewart, Harlem Samba/Philly Salsa spotlights two Latino dance and music traditions that blossomed to two separate cities in the 20th century: Samba in New York City and Salsa in Philadelphia, and celebrates the cultural legacy of the Brazilian and Puerto Rican residents responsible for cultivating and sustaining these traditions. Featuring performances by Harlem Samba and Siempre Salsa Philly. This

    Free with RSVP

  • From Milkweed to Migration Gardening for Monarch Butterflies

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

    Monarchs still need our help! Learn how to support the migration and reproduction of these iconic butterflies in your space. Ecological planting designer Michelle Michelle Detwiler, founder of Wild About Native Plants, will present her favorite native plants to feed all life stages, including local milkweed species as well as essential nectar plants often overlooked in our gardens. Get tips on planting design for the most productive habitat for monarch caterpillars as well as guidance on incorporating a variety of habitat friendly species for wet-to-dry site conditions. Leave feeling empowered to participate in the necessary cooperation for habitat restoration and

    $35 – $40
  • Lawns to Meadows: a four part immersive workshop

    Lawns to Meadows: a four part immersive workshop

    Transform Your Lawn into a Thriving Meadow! You can make a critical difference in fostering the health of our planet. Join us for a four-part immersive course on converting traditional lawns into vibrant, biodiverse meadows. Whether you're a home gardener, professional landscaper, or a budding ecologist -- we can offer you key strategies to support pollinators, build soil health, and create a more resilient landscape wherever you are. Session 1: Wednesday, March 12th, 5-7PM - The Why & How of Meadow Making at Houston Meadow Session 2: Wednesday, March 26th, 5-7PM - Converting the Suburban Plot, site preparation and native

    $100

  • Craft a Colorful Tote

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

    Create a one-of-a-kind, no-knit, durable tote bag, ideal for carrying a bottle of wine and more! Using merino wool and other fun fiber accents, Sara Setzer walks you through the ancient craft of wet felting, from selecting and arranging your wood fibers to the finished product. Expand your knowledge of fiber arts and go home with a truly unique hand-crafted tote. Please bring your lunch. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center on Saturday, March 29, 2025 (Rain Date: Saturday, April 5). About the Instructor: Sara Setzer is a fiber artist who specializes in the art of

    $59

  • Native Plants of Spring

    Native Plants of Spring

    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 for spring. 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 include walking over

    $249

  • SOLD OUT SWWAG Workshop: DIY Seeding and Greenhouse Basics

    Sankofa Community Farm

    Learn how to start seeds in small spaces or container gardens with what you have at home. We will cover what tools and materials are needed for seed starting and how to care for seedlings. Led by Sybria Deveaux (beginner-level workshop).

  • Tyler Arboretum 10K Trail Run

    Tyler Arboretum, 515 Painter Road, Media, PA, 19063, United States

    Join Us for the Tyler Arboretum 10k Trail Run – A Spring Tradition! Ready to challenge yourself while taking in the stunning natural beauty of Tyler Arboretum? We invite you to be part of our 10k Trail Run, a must-do race in Delaware County, made even more special by the opportunity to race through the gorgeous, historic grounds of Tyler Arboretum. This unique trail race is a rare off-road event and is the ONLY race held in this beautiful setting. It’s also part of the 2025 USATF Mid-Atlantic Off-Road Grand Prix Series, making it a fantastic opportunity for runners of

    $50

  • SGS: Supporting Backyard Birds with Native Plants

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

    Transform your landscape into an oasis for your local birds! Join Leah Brooks as she explores how native plants that add interest and beauty to the home garden also serve as lifelines for our feathered friends. This program takes place at Mt. Cuba Center on Saturday, April 5, 2025. The Instructor, Leah Brooks is the Public Programs Coordinator at Mt. Cuba Center. She has dual bachelor’s degrees from the University of Delaware in Environmental Science and Wildlife Ecology. She is a Delaware Master Naturalist and Vice Chair of the Delaware Invasive Species Council. She’s an avid contributor to the Delaware

    $19

  • Spring Gardening Package – Saturday

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

    Discover how to garden in harmony with nature and select the best native plants for your yard. Spring is a season of beauty and conservation. Join us for the day and attend all four classes or register for individual sessions. Saturday 4/5/25, 10 am – 4 pm | $19 per session or $69 for all four • 10:00 am – 11:00 am: Supporting Backyard Birds with Native Plants Transform your landscape into an oasis for your local birds! Join Leah Brooks as she explores how native plants that add interest and beauty to the home garden also serve as lifelines

    $69

  • SGS: Beneficial Bugs in Your Garden

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

    Did you know that less than 1% of insect species are considered pests? That leaves a lot of room for insects that we can learn to love, like the beneficial bugs in your garden! These insects can control pests, reduce (or eliminate) the need for pesticides, and make your garden healthier and more sustainable. Join us as we learn about the benefits of key insect groups, how to identify them, and how you can attract them to your yard. This program takes place in-person at Mt. Cuba Center Saturday, April 5, 2025. About the Instructor: Samantha Nestory is the engagement

    $19

  • SGS: Decaying Wood is Good

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

    Trees provide many benefits from seed to stump, over the course of their lives and even in their deaths. Leaving stumps or snags, when possible, can provide habitats for many living organisms, recycle nutrients back into the ecosystem, and assist in erosion control in addition to providing many other benefits. Learn about the management techniques the arboriculture team at Mt. Cuba use to convert declining trees into habitat for wildlife in a garden setting and discover what wildlife we have found occupying these spaces.?? This program takes place in-person at Mt. Cuba Center Saturday, April 5, 2025. About the Instructor:

    $19

  • SGS: Lawn-less Yards

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

    Reducing the American lawn is good for everyone. We can add more native plants, reduce flooding in our watersheds, attract pollinators, and bring balance to our ecosystems. Dive into some example projects where lawns have been replaced by native plant solutions. With a focus on a variety of site conditions such as sunny slopes, low wet spots, and wooded areas, view before/during/after images and learn the plant lists that made them successful. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center on Saturday, April 5, 2025. About the Instructor: Lucy Dinsmore is a horticulturist and certified arborist who loves

    $19
  • Native Plants of Spring

    Native Plants of Spring

    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 for spring. 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 include walking over

    $249
  • Lawns to Meadows: a four part immersive workshop

    Lawns to Meadows: a four part immersive workshop

    Transform Your Lawn into a Thriving Meadow! You can make a critical difference in fostering the health of our planet. Join us for a four-part immersive course on converting traditional lawns into vibrant, biodiverse meadows. Whether you're a home gardener, professional landscaper, or a budding ecologist -- we can offer you key strategies to support pollinators, build soil health, and create a more resilient landscape wherever you are. Session 1: Wednesday, March 12th, 5-7PM - The Why & How of Meadow Making at Houston Meadow Session 2: Wednesday, March 26th, 5-7PM - Converting the Suburban Plot, site preparation and native

    $100

  • Weeds 101: Spring Section

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

    Think of what gardening would be like without the world of weeds. Learn how to identify the most common annual and perennial lawn and garden weeds using leaves, flowers, stems, and seeds. Ecologically friendly methods of managing weed infestations are discussed. Join the instructor on a walk through the gardens. Class is rain or shine. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center on Friday, April 11, 2025. About the Instructor: Lucy Dinsmore is a horticulturist and certified arborist who loves learning and teaching about all things growing. She worked in public gardens for ten years and now

    $29

  • Stoneleigh Native Plant Sale

    Stoneleigh: A Natural Garden, 1829 East County Line Road, Villanova, PA, 19085, United States

    Shop online during the month of April, then pick out your pre-purchased plants on April 26 or April 27 at Stoneleigh. While you are at the garden picking up your plant order, browse a selection of surplus plants, connect with fellow plant lovers, seek gardening advice from our experts, or simply enjoy a beautiful spring day at Stoneleigh. With more than 280 varieties of our favorite native plants—including more than 100 new offerings—this year’s selection is our most diverse yet. From classic favorites to unique and hard-to-find selections, you’re bound to find the perfect plant to add beauty and biodiversity

    $8 – $90
  • Hybrid Native Plants of Spring

    Hybrid Native Plants of Spring

    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. 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 that satisfy your gardening needs throughout the seasons. Using Mt. Cuba Center’s stunning gardens, learn to identify 60 trees, shrubs, and herbaceous perennials for

    $249

  • Trillium Treasure Land: Field Trip to Shenks Ferry

    Shenk's Ferry Wildflower Preserve Green Hill Rd, Pequea, P, United States

    Experience the beauty of thousands of trilliums surrounded by Virginia bluebells, Dutchman’s breeches, columbines, and other spring ephemerals at Shenks Ferry Wildflower Preserve. Learn the ecology and geology of the area and how this unique wildflower treasure came to be. Bring your lunch and be prepared to hike uneven terrain. You must provide your own transportation, directions provided upon registration. This program takes place in person (field trip) Saturday, April 12, 2025 (Rain Date: Saturday, April 19). About the Instructor: Chris Hoess teaches biology and biochemistry at Delaware Technical Community College and is Chair of the Friends of the State

    $74

  • SWWAG Workshop: Soil with Supreme Compost

    Learn the six-step process that demonstrates the beginning stages of how to make compost, reveals the present condition of the city’s depleted soil, and turns recycled food waste into dark, rich soil that will grow nutritious fruits and vegetables. Led by Nefertari Muhammad (beginner-level workshop).

  • Native Plants of Spring

    Native Plants of Spring

    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 for spring. 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 include walking over

    $249
  • Hybrid Native Plants of Spring

    Hybrid Native Plants of Spring

    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. 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 that satisfy your gardening needs throughout the seasons. Using Mt. Cuba Center’s stunning gardens, learn to identify 60 trees, shrubs, and herbaceous perennials for

    $249
  • Native Plants of Spring

    Native Plants of Spring

    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 for spring. 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 include walking over

    $249

  • The Secret Lives of Spring Wildflowers

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

    Skunk cabbage, bloodroot, and trout lilies are among the first signs of spring and warmer weather ahead. Spring ephemerals and wildflowers must complete part of their life cycles before the tree canopy leafs out, reducing light levels at the forest floor. These plants face many challenges including unpredictable weather and pollinator availability. Spring wildflowers have special adaptations to overcome these challenges and intricate relationships with pollinators and seed dispersers. Learn more about these wildflowers, their life histories, and plant-insect interactions, and look for them during a guided walk in the gardens. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba

    $29
  • Lawns to Meadows: a four part immersive workshop

    Lawns to Meadows: a four part immersive workshop

    Transform Your Lawn into a Thriving Meadow! You can make a critical difference in fostering the health of our planet. Join us for a four-part immersive course on converting traditional lawns into vibrant, biodiverse meadows. Whether you're a home gardener, professional landscaper, or a budding ecologist -- we can offer you key strategies to support pollinators, build soil health, and create a more resilient landscape wherever you are. Session 1: Wednesday, March 12th, 5-7PM - The Why & How of Meadow Making at Houston Meadow Session 2: Wednesday, March 26th, 5-7PM - Converting the Suburban Plot, site preparation and native

    $100
  • Hybrid Native Plants of Spring

    Hybrid Native Plants of Spring

    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. 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 that satisfy your gardening needs throughout the seasons. Using Mt. Cuba Center’s stunning gardens, learn to identify 60 trees, shrubs, and herbaceous perennials for

    $249

  • RIOT NERD Spring Pop-Up Market

    Philadelphia Brewing Company 2440 Frankford Ave, Philadelphia, United States

    Over two dozen local vendors, music, food, and adoptable dogs featured at all-ages community event Philadelphia, PA — April 2025 — RIOT NERD, the beloved Philadelphia-based event collective known for their high-energy theme dance parties, is bringing their signature creative spirit to a new kind of gathering: the Spring Pop-Up Market, taking place Saturday, April 26, 2025, from 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM at Philadelphia Brewing Co. (2440 Frankford Ave). The event is free and open to all ages, offering an afternoon of music, food, local shopping, and community connection. One of the standout features will be a pop-up adoption

    $15

  • Penn State Extension Master Gardeners of Philadelphia’s Annual Garden Day & Plant Sale

    Fairmount Park Horticultural Center 100 N. Horticultural Drive, Philadelphia, United States

    The Philadelphia County Penn State Master Gardeners’ annual Garden Day & Plant Sale returns for the 10th year on Sunday, April 27, 2025! This year, we will be selling a variety of affordable seedlings and native plants with beautiful blooms. Prices range from $4.00 for small vegetable starter plants to $30 for well-established, exotic house plants. Choose from 100s of varieties of unique veggies, herbs, native plants, and pollinators for all kinds of light and moisture conditions. All plants have been carefully cultivated by Penn State Master Gardeners and proceeds support our educational programs in Philadelphia. Philadelphia Master Gardeners will

    Free

  • Early Season Garden Care

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

    Gardens can quickly get away from us in the summertime, with elevated temperatures and rainfall causing many plants to grow in leaps and bounds. Learn and discuss approaches to early-summer maintenance to help you stay ahead of challenges experienced in the throes of the growing season, from simple techniques, like managing the size of those oft-flopping tall perennials with a simple “Chelsea Chop,” to more complex management strategies. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center on Sunday, April 27, 2025. About the Instructor: Olivia is a designer at GreenWeaver Landscapes, a design-build company providing ecological landscape design,

    $29
  • 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

  • Remarkable Rhododendrons and Their Magnificent Friends

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

    Almost every landscape in the Eastern US contains at least a few rhododendrons, laurels, or azaleas. Acidic, forested soils and moderate, moist climate make much of the Eastern US perfect for many, many members of the heath family (Ericaceae), and we have one of the most diverse assemblages of species anywhere in North America. In this in-depth talk, Bill Cullina will showcase the eastern species from Arctostaphylos to Zenobia, detailing their ecology, form, cultivation, and landscape uses. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center on Sunday, April 27, 2025 (Rain Date: Sunday, May 4). About the Instructor:

    $29
  • Native Plants of Spring

    Native Plants of Spring

    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 for spring. 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 include walking over

    $249

  • Managing Invasives: Section A

    Managing Invasives: Section A

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

    Is your landscape being invaded by overly aggressive plants? Examine the problems caused by invasive plants and discover management strategies for controlling them. Learn how to identify common invasive weeds and how to distinguish them from similar-looking native species. See invasive-plant management techniques and restoration strategies in practice in Mt. Cuba’s natural lands. Outdoor learning may include walking over rolling terrain and mulched paths. These classes are rain or shine. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center on Three Thursdays: 5/1 through 5/15. About the Instructors: Ellen Lake, PhD, is the Director of Conservation and Research at

    $299

  • Tyler Arboretum Plant Sale

    Tyler Arboretum, 515 Painter Road, Media, PA, 19063, United States

    Shop the annual Plant Sale at Tyler Arboretum on Saturday and Sunday, May 3 and 4! Open to the general public between 8 am and 2 pm. Admission to the Plant Sale is free. The Plant Sale takes place outdoors and is a rain-or-shine event. Garden experts are on hand to offer advice on plant selection, planting and care tips, and the best kinds of companion plants. Explore our diverse selection of plants with purpose, carefully chosen to benefit birds, pollinators, and you. The Plant Sale’s large selection of plants offers something to suit all pockets and tastes: from trees,

    Free
  • Hybrid Native Plants of Spring

    Hybrid Native Plants of Spring

    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. 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 that satisfy your gardening needs throughout the seasons. Using Mt. Cuba Center’s stunning gardens, learn to identify 60 trees, shrubs, and herbaceous perennials for

    $249

  • Native Plant Garden Workshop

    LandHealth Native Plant Nursery 1761 N 49th St, Philadelphia, P, United States

    You can make a critical difference in fostering the health of our planet just by choosing to plant native plants. Join Pa. Master Naturalist and horticulturist, Steve Jones, at our native plant nursery to learn more about the diversity of plants we foster, and how best to fit them into your garden plan. Whether you're a home gardener, professional landscaper, or a budding ecologist -- we can offer you key strategies to support pollinators and create a more resilient landscape wherever you are. 👉 Reserve Your Spot Today!

    $15

  • Native Plant Workshop

    LandHealth Native Plant Nursery 1761 N 49th St, Philadelphia, P, United States

    You can make a critical difference in fostering the health of our planet just by choosing to plant native plants. Join Pa. Master Naturalist and horticulturist, Steve Jones, at our native plant nursery to learn more about the diversity of plants we foster, and how best to fit them into your garden plan. Whether you're a home gardener, professional landscaper, or a budding ecologist -- we can offer you key strategies to support pollinators and create a more resilient landscape wherever you are.

    $15

  • Live at Roots Garden Performance & Talk with Joseph Harrison

    Fisher Park 571 West Spencer Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join us on Sunday, May 4 at 6 pm for a performance and talk with Percussionist, Children's Book Author and Urban Agricultural Advocate Joseph Harrison as he launches Olney Culture Lab's third season of Live at Roots Garden. Roots Garden is a community vegetable garden on the lush grounds of Fisher Park, a neighborhood park in the Olney section of Philadelphia. This intimate and unplugged series of performances showcases Philly-area musicians and epitomizes the amazing cultural diversity found in the Olney community. Performance is free to the public. Parking is on the street. Please reach out to the team at

    Free

  • Health & Well-Being Tour: The Benefits of Experiences in Nature

    This tour introduces concepts surrounding the value of nature as it relates to health and well-being. Explore the gardens and discuss the evolutionary and environmental phenomena behind concepts like forest bathing, mindfulness, stress recovery, and the biophilia hypothesis. Learn how elements of landscape design shape our emotional and behavioral experiences in nature. One hour, $7 in addition to admission, free for members. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center on Saturday, September 21, 2024.

    $749
  • Native Plants of Spring

    Native Plants of Spring

    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 for spring. 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 include walking over

    $249
  • Managing Invasives: Section A

    Managing Invasives: Section A

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

    Is your landscape being invaded by overly aggressive plants? Examine the problems caused by invasive plants and discover management strategies for controlling them. Learn how to identify common invasive weeds and how to distinguish them from similar-looking native species. See invasive-plant management techniques and restoration strategies in practice in Mt. Cuba’s natural lands. Outdoor learning may include walking over rolling terrain and mulched paths. These classes are rain or shine. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center on Three Thursdays: 5/1 through 5/15. About the Instructors: Ellen Lake, PhD, is the Director of Conservation and Research at

    $299

  • Mother’s Day Seed Sale: All Seeds 10% Off!

    In honor of mothers, grandmothers, aunties, pet moms, and all mother figures everywhere, all of the seeds from our extensive collection will be 10% off on Mother’s Day weekend! Show some love with Nigella damascena (Love-in-a-mist) or Cardiospermum halicacabum (Love-in-a-puff) seeds. Find the perfect annual flowers for Mother’s Day planting among our selection that will be restocked for the weekend with seashell and orange cosmos, clasping cone flower, harlequin marigold, zinnias, sunflowers, geraniums, hanging basket petunias, and much more! No discount or coupon needed. Seeds available in our Welcome Center or through our online store.   Pictured: Nigella damascena (Love-in-a-mist)

  • Hybrid Native Plants of Spring

    Hybrid Native Plants of Spring

    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. 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 that satisfy your gardening needs throughout the seasons. Using Mt. Cuba Center’s stunning gardens, learn to identify 60 trees, shrubs, and herbaceous perennials for

    $249

  • Hansberry Garden Plant Fair and Bake Sale

    Hansberry Garden and Nature Center 5150 Wayne Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    A variety of vendors will join Hansberry Garden volunteers to offer plants, plant-related items and home-baked treats at the annual Hansberry Garden & Nature Center Plant Fair and Bake Sale on Saturday, May 10, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Garden (5150 Wayne Avenue, in Philadelphia’s Southwest Germantown). In keeping with tradition, the event will happen the day before Mother’s Day, and it’s a great place to pick up some cut flowers at Megan’s Bouquet Bar, a houseplant from Plant and People, or a perennial, herb or tomato seedling from Hansberry Garden volunteers. Weavers Way Farms will

    Free
  • Plant Propagation: Section A

    Plant Propagation: Section B

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

    Grow your garden and save money with practical plant propagation techniques using seeds and cuttings. Review the ethics of wild-collected seed and learn the basics of seed biology, germination, and storage. Study the principles of vegetative plant reproduction, learn when and how to take cuttings, and practice proper techniques for preparing and rooting them. Grow your garden and save money with practical plant propagation techniques using seeds and cuttings. Review the ethics of wild-collected seed and learn the basics of seed biology, germination, and storage. Study the principles of vegetative plant reproduction, learn when and how to take cuttings, and

    $249
  • Managing Invasives: Section A

    Managing Invasives: Section A

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

    Is your landscape being invaded by overly aggressive plants? Examine the problems caused by invasive plants and discover management strategies for controlling them. Learn how to identify common invasive weeds and how to distinguish them from similar-looking native species. See invasive-plant management techniques and restoration strategies in practice in Mt. Cuba’s natural lands. Outdoor learning may include walking over rolling terrain and mulched paths. These classes are rain or shine. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center on Three Thursdays: 5/1 through 5/15. About the Instructors: Ellen Lake, PhD, is the Director of Conservation and Research at

    $299
  • Hybrid Native Plants of Spring

    Hybrid Native Plants of Spring

    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. 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 that satisfy your gardening needs throughout the seasons. Using Mt. Cuba Center’s stunning gardens, learn to identify 60 trees, shrubs, and herbaceous perennials for

    $249

  • Philadelphia Orchard Project Plant Sale

    POP Learning Orchard at The Woodlands 4000 Woodland Ave Philadelphia, PA 19104 United States

    Join us at POP's spring plant sale, stroll through the Learning Orchard, explore the nearly 100 trees, connect with us and the community, and peruse our edible and useful plant sale. This is a free event but donations to support POP’s ongoing programs are appreciated. Plants available for sale by POP will include a range of fruiting trees, shrubs, vines, and some perennial flowers and herbs. Also featuring: Philadelphia Beekeepers Guild – info table & honey Star Apple Nursery – vending herb & veggie starts LandHealth Institute – vending native perennial flowers and herbs SWWAG workshop on Garden Trellising at

    Free

  • SWWAG Workshop: Trellis and Protect Your Garden

    POP Learning Orchard at The Woodlands 4100 Woodland Ave., Philadelphia, PA

    Come learn how to build trellising for fruits and veggies to give them more room to grow, as well as protect your garden from pests. This trellis workshop is for beginner and intermediate gardeners looking to gain more knowledge about gardening techniques. We will focus on trellising and explore why, how, and what food-producing plants and non-food-producing plants will benefit from trellising.  We will also explore what style of trellis is most beneficial based on the plant itself. The goal is for people to leave with a newly developed skill that is readily accessible for them to implement in their

  • Creating Native Plant Communities

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

    Discover how to craft a resilient native plant palette in alignment with the ecological clues of your land. Explore a practical template to guide the process of crafting a community of native plants that will bring ease to the wonkiness of wildlife habitat designing. Leave feeling empowered to take on your next lawn to lushy habitat project. This program takes place in-person at Mt. Cuba Center Saturday, May 17, 2025. About the Instructor: Elyse Jurgen, owner of Waxwing EcoWorks Co., rebuilds ecological literacy and biodiversity through hands-on ecological gardening experiences for all ages. She is CBLP Certified, Ecological/Permaculture Certified Designer,

    $39
  • Managing Invasives: Section B

    Managing Invasives: Section B

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

    Is your landscape being invaded by overly aggressive plants? Examine the problems caused by invasive plants and discover management strategies for controlling them. Learn how to identify common invasive weeds and how to distinguish them from similar-looking native species. See invasive-plant management techniques and restoration strategies in practice in Mt. Cuba’s natural lands. Outdoor learning may include walking over rolling terrain and mulched paths. These classes are rain or shine. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center, Wednesday 5/21 through 5/23. About the Instructors: Ellen Lake, PhD, is the Director of Conservation and Research at Mt. Cuba

    $299

  • SWWAG Workshop: Intro to Summer Planting (Rescheduled from 5/13)

    Sankofa Community Farm

    Due to inclement weather forecasts, this event has been rescheduled from its original date on 5/13. Time to get planting! Come on down to Sankofa Community Farm and learn the basics of planting your summer garden. We will also cover summertime maintenance, including best practices in natural agriculture and pest management. Led by the Sankofa Farm team (beginner-intermediate level workshop).

  • Managing Invasives: Section B

    Managing Invasives: Section B

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

    Is your landscape being invaded by overly aggressive plants? Examine the problems caused by invasive plants and discover management strategies for controlling them. Learn how to identify common invasive weeds and how to distinguish them from similar-looking native species. See invasive-plant management techniques and restoration strategies in practice in Mt. Cuba’s natural lands. Outdoor learning may include walking over rolling terrain and mulched paths. These classes are rain or shine. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center, Wednesday 5/21 through 5/23. About the Instructors: Ellen Lake, PhD, is the Director of Conservation and Research at Mt. Cuba

    $299
  • Managing Invasives: Section B

    Managing Invasives: Section B

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

    Is your landscape being invaded by overly aggressive plants? Examine the problems caused by invasive plants and discover management strategies for controlling them. Learn how to identify common invasive weeds and how to distinguish them from similar-looking native species. See invasive-plant management techniques and restoration strategies in practice in Mt. Cuba’s natural lands. Outdoor learning may include walking over rolling terrain and mulched paths. These classes are rain or shine. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center, Wednesday 5/21 through 5/23. About the Instructors: Ellen Lake, PhD, is the Director of Conservation and Research at Mt. Cuba

    $299
  • 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
  • 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

  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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

  • SWWAG Workshop: Climate Resilience as Land Justice

    Neighborhood Food Farm 608 N 53rd, Philadelphia, PA

    Please note: this workshop takes place at Neighborhood Foods Farm (608 N 53rd St). Learn about the importance of understanding climate justice as land justice, the causes of climate change, and some practical skills to help prepare for climate change. Led by Shane Mosely (Beginner to intermediate level workshop)

  • 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
  • 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 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

  • 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

  • SWWAG Workshop: Weed Wacker 101

    Sankofa Community Farm at Bartram’s Garden 5400 Lindbergh Blvd, Philadelphia, PA

    Learn the basics of the infamously frustrating and very important tool—the weed wacker/string trimmer! Participants will learn how to restring, make gas mix, a step-by-step start, problem-solving/troubleshooting, hands-on training, and best practices in safety.

  • 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

  • SWWAG Workshop: Herbal Infusions for Beauty

    Sankofa Community Farm at Bartram’s Garden 5400 Lindbergh Blvd, Philadelphia, PA

    Learn how to make medicinal and cosmetic herbal infusions for skin, hair, and your overall vitality at the Sankofa Apothecary Garden.

  • Indigenous Phytotherapy | The Plants That Heal: Medicinal Plants of Appalachia and Intuitive Medicine Making

    Coach House 5400 Lindbergh Blvd, Philadelphia, PA

    An exploration of plant allies found throughout Appalachia. All classes and gatherings in the Indigenous Phytotherapy series are donation-based, with a sliding scale suggestion of $10-$40 per session or $2 for Southwest residents and ACCESS cardholders. You can donate via Venmo to the facilitator or in cash at the event. No one will be turned away for their inability to pay. 

  • 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

  • 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

  • SWWAG Workshop: Elderberry Syrup Making

    Mill Creek Farm 4901 Brown St, Philadelphia, PA

    Instructor Yam Vallis will lead folks in an Afro-Herbalism workshop on the history of the Elderberry plant and the making of syrup. Participants will have a chance to take home elderberry syrup, but we will also make large batches, with the intention of distributing the rest, with a focus on Philly’s Black community and herbal hubs like Black Bird Rising.

  • Indigenous Phytotherapy | The Plants That Heal: Medicinal Plants from Seed To Bottle 1: Seed planting and Herbal Infusion Making

    Coach House 5400 Lindbergh Blvd, Philadelphia, PA

    Plant seeds and learn to care for, cultivate, and harvest plants for making herbal infusions. All classes and gatherings in the Indigenous Phytotherapy series are donation-based, with a sliding scale suggestion of $10-$40 per session or $2 for Southwest residents and ACCESS cardholders. You can donate via Venmo to the facilitator or in cash at the event. No one will be turned away for their inability to pay. 

  • 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
  • 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

  • SWWAG Workshop: Intro to Fall Planting

    Sankofa Community Farm at Bartram’s Garden 5400 Lindbergh Blvd, Philadelphia, PA

    Do you like carrots, beets, and broccoli? Come to Sankofa Community Farm to learn the basics of planting your fall garden. We will also cover fall maintenance, including best practices in natural agriculture and pest management. Led by Kyone Carter. (beginner-friendly!)

  • Golden Hour at Mt. Cuba Center

    Golden Hour at Mt. Cuba Center

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

    Enjoy the cooler evening temperatures in the gardens with our new happy hour – featuring extended hours and a full bar. Receive discounted admission of just $10 when you arrive after 4:30 PM and buy your tickets on-site, with free admission for members. Whether you’re looking for the perfect light for photography, a way to wind down at the end of the day, or an opportunity to enjoy time with friends and family, come take in the unique beauty of the gardens during the golden hours! Want to add a little learning to your happy hour? Check out our evening

    $10 – $55
  • Golden Hour at Mt. Cuba Center

    Golden Hour at Mt. Cuba Center

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

    Enjoy the cooler evening temperatures in the gardens with our new happy hour – featuring extended hours and a full bar. Receive discounted admission of just $10 when you arrive after 4:30 PM and buy your tickets on-site, with free admission for members. Whether you’re looking for the perfect light for photography, a way to wind down at the end of the day, or an opportunity to enjoy time with friends and family, come take in the unique beauty of the gardens during the golden hours! Want to add a little learning to your happy hour? Check out our evening

    $10 – $55

  • SWWAG Workshop: Natural Pest Management

    CHOP Karabots 4865 Market St., Philadelphia, PA

    Come learn about different natural pest management methods for your garden! This workshop will be held at the CHOP Karabots Farm on 4865 Market St.  

  • Roots & Remembrance: Reclaiming Plant Knowledge & Cultural Heritage

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

    Join us at Morris Arboretum & Gardens for an engaging conversation exploring ancestral plant knowledge, forgotten traditions, and the cultural stories rooted in the national world in Roots & Remembrance: Reclaiming Plant Knowledge & Cultural Heritage, Sunday, October 12, 2025, 3 – 4:30 pm. The cost is $25 for members and $30 for non-members. Virtual registration is $25. Through personal narratives and shared wisdom, speakers Abra Lee, Tracy Qiu, and Guina Hammond will illuminate how plants carry memory, identity, and healing across generations. This in-person event will take place at the Morris Arboretum & Gardens. A livestream of the conversation

    $25 – $30

  • SWWAG Workshop: Seed Keeping

    Sankofa Community Farm at Bartram’s Garden 5400 Lindbergh Blvd, Philadelphia, PA

    Join Owen Taylor of Truelove Seeds and Chris Bolden-Newsome of Sankofa Community Farm in an evening of seed keeping and story weaving, and have a deep-rooted conversation about our collective past and evolving futures.    

  • Journeywork Fall Community Gathering

    Plymouth Friends (Quaker) Meeting 2150 Butler Pike, Plymouth Meeting, PA, United States

    Please join us for our free annual fall community gathering on Saturday, November 1 from 3:00-5:00 at Plymouth Friends Meeting, 2150 Butler Pike, Plymouth Meeting. It is a time to celebrate what we have accomplished this season, give thanks to our tremendous volunteers, swap seeds, enjoy refreshments, and learn from our engaging speaker Katie Fisk about how we can invite wildlife into our yards. Please RSVP to paige@journeywork.org if you would like to attend. Habitats offer wildlife the food, water, shelter, and space that they need in order to survive. Learn how to add each of these elements to your living

    Free

  • SWWAG Workshop: Putting the Farm to Bed to Prepare Your Winter Garden

    Sankofa Community Farm at Bartram’s Garden 5400 Lindbergh Blvd, Philadelphia, PA

    It is almost time to put your garden to bed. Come learn the best ways to get your garden ready for a restful winter sleep, including cover crops, overwintering greens, and more. Led by Ty Holmberg and high school interns. (beginner-friendly!)  

  • Indigenous Phytotherapy | The Plants That Heal: Healing Talk Circle

    Coach House 5400 Lindbergh Blvd, Philadelphia, PA

    We will gather in conversation to share healing traditions and plant knowledge. You are not required, but are welcome to bring something you’d like to share with the group as well as an offering for the ancestors of the forest. This can be tea, juice, fruit, a song, or something else you’d like to share. All classes and gatherings in the Indigenous Phytotherapy series are donation-based, with a sliding scale suggestion of $10-$40 per session or $2 for Southwest residents and ACCESS cardholders. You can donate via Venmo to the facilitator or in cash at the event. No one will

  • Ginkgo Trees: Ancient Wonders and Edible Treasures : Tama Matsuka Wong

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

    Join master forager and author, Tama Wong, at the Morris as we discover the fascinating world of one of the oldest living tree species on Earth: Ginkgo biloba! Known as a "living fossil," the ginkgo tree offers a unique lens into plant evolution, cultural heritage, and urban ecology. We’ll delve into the ginkgo’s symbolic and medicinal roles in East Asian cultures, as well as its uses in traditional and modern cuisine. In this engaging and sensory-rich course! A highlight of the program will be a hands-on workshop focused on the preparation and roasting of ginkgo nuts. Students will learn safe

    $40 – $45

  • You Pick!

    Sankofa Community Farm at Bartram’s Garden 5400 Lindbergh Blvd, Philadelphia, PA

    Rain date: November 22, 12–4pm Close out the farmstand season down at Sankofa Community Farm with You Pick! Come visit the Farm and pick your own harvest. Cash, EBT, and WIC Farmers Market Vouchers are accepted (unfortunately, we cannot accept standard WIC vouchers). Assistance for people with special needs will be onsite.