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

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Painting the Marvelous Monarch

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

Allow the vibrancy and charisma of the monarch to inspire your time painting and collaging a work of art with artist, Monica Lopez. Learn paintbrush usage, color mixing, and color application on canvas while finding your unique painting style. Monica will guide you through finding artistic expression with personalized instructions. Open to all levels of experience. All materials will be provided. This program takes place in-person at Mt. Cuba Center Wednesday, June 19, 2024. About the Instructor: I am Monica Lopez. I am a proud Mexican visual artist. Ever since I was little, textures and colors of all sorts were

Story Time Sprouts

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

Get lost in a book in Mt. Cuba’s gardens. Listen to stories from nature-themed children’s books ideal for kids ages five and under. Meet on the Upper Lawn in Bluey’s Woods. We recommend bringing a blanket to sit on. No reservations required. Included with garden admission. This program takes place in-person at Mt. Cuba Center Thursdays, Memorial Day to Labor Day. Buy Tickets Member Tickets  

Changing Perspectives: From Nuisance Yard to Wildlife Habitat

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

Living your values in your private or shared community landscape can be done with respect to your neighbors. Learn to work with entities like HOAs and neighborhood ordinances that present barriers to your ideas for lawn transition to habitat gardens. Join Julie Snell and Lisa McDonald Hanes from Redbud Native Plant Nursery and TEND landscape architects to discuss strategies to influence decision-makers regarding local landscapes. If weather permits, enjoy an after-hours garden walk with Julie and Lisa to conclude the class. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center on Thursday, June 20, 2024. About the Instructor: Julie

Twilight on the Terrace

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

Unwind from the week with a bite to eat while enjoying live music on the terrace and evening access to the gardens. Food, beer, and wine will be available for purchase. Lineup, details, and more at mtcubacenter.org/twilight. Included with garden admission. Music lineup: Genesis Z & Atlantis This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center on Friday, June 21, 2024 (Rain Date: Following Friday). Buy Tickets Member Tickets  

Instant Butterfly Garden

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

Attracting butterflies to your yard is a wonderful way to increase the ecological value of your property and connect with the natural world. Discuss plants that provide food for adult butterflies and their caterpillars and how to create suitable habitats for these ephemeral beauties. Take home five floriferous native pants and easy-to-use instructions for making a butterfly garden of your own. The class will go outside to see the plants in the gardens. This program takes place in-person at Mt. Cuba Center Saturday, June 22, 2024. About the Instructor: Melissa Starkey, PhD, is the Marketing and Communications Manager at Mt.

Milkweed and Monarchs: Section A

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

The study and preservation of the iconic monarch butterfly is a focal area for the conservation and research team at Mt. Cuba. Join Ellen Lake, director of conservation and research, and Sam Hoadley, manager of horticultural research, who will introduce the monarch’s biology and interactions with milkweed and discuss the fascinating nature of their migration. Students will take a tour of the newly planted milkweed trial and compare several milkweed species. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center on Saturday, June 29, 2024. About the Instructors: Sam Hoadley is the Manager of Horticultural Research at Mt. Cuba

Kids Create (July)

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

Join us for an afternoon of nature, artmaking, and fun! Mt. Cuba partners with award-winning folk artist, Eunice LaFate, to lead a unique children’s art program in the gardens. Kids will create a mural from natural materials and go home with their own painting. This program is intended for ages 4 to 12. Art supplies provided. Included with garden admission, advance registration required. This program takes place in-person at Mt. Cuba Center Saturday, July 13, 2024 (Rain Date: Saturday, July 20).

Included with garden admission, advance registration needed.

Native Alternatives to Invasive Ornamentals

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

Non-native invasive plants, like Japanese barberry and English ivy, damage our environment by invading natural areas and outcompeting native plants. To help stop the spread, the Delaware state legislature recently passed a law banning the sale of 36 invasive plant species. Join Leah Brooks as she presents beautiful native alternatives to these invasive ornamentals and explains how making these substitutes helps protect our ecosystems. A garden walk to view recommended plants is included. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center on Friday, July 19, 2024. About the Instructor: Leah Brooks is the Public Programs Coordinator at Mt.

$29
Event Series Plant Health Care

Plant Health Care

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

Gardening ecologically requires knowledge of the various pathogenic fungi, bacteria, and viruses that affect native plants and the environmental conditions that lead to infection. Study strategies for prevention and control to implement in your garden. Focus on integrated pest management techniques as well as the identification of both harmful and beneficial organisms. Go home knowing how to control pests in your garden using safe, wildlife-friendly practices. This program takes place in-person at Mt. Cuba Center Wednesdays and Thursdays, 7/24, 7/25, 7/31 & 8/1. About the Instructor: Timothy J. Waller’s major responsibilities are to provide leadership and support for the commercial

$399
Event Series Plant Health Care

Plant Health Care

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

Gardening ecologically requires knowledge of the various pathogenic fungi, bacteria, and viruses that affect native plants and the environmental conditions that lead to infection. Study strategies for prevention and control to implement in your garden. Focus on integrated pest management techniques as well as the identification of both harmful and beneficial organisms. Go home knowing how to control pests in your garden using safe, wildlife-friendly practices. This program takes place in-person at Mt. Cuba Center Wednesdays and Thursdays, 7/24, 7/25, 7/31 & 8/1. About the Instructor: Timothy J. Waller’s major responsibilities are to provide leadership and support for the commercial

$399

Leaf-Casting Workshop: Section B

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

Encapsulate the splendor of nature in a resilient and functional piece of garden art using cement and real foliage as the mold. The cupped leaf sculpture creates a miniature water feature, attracting birds and butterflies to your garden. It is sure to add a new dimension to your backyard retreat. Wear old clothes and bring a pair of sturdy rubber gloves. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center on Saturday, July 27, 2024. About the Instructor: Kathy Elliot works as an Educator at Mt. Cuba Center. She has degrees in Plant Science and English from the University

$49
Event Series Plant Health Care

Plant Health Care

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

Gardening ecologically requires knowledge of the various pathogenic fungi, bacteria, and viruses that affect native plants and the environmental conditions that lead to infection. Study strategies for prevention and control to implement in your garden. Focus on integrated pest management techniques as well as the identification of both harmful and beneficial organisms. Go home knowing how to control pests in your garden using safe, wildlife-friendly practices. This program takes place in-person at Mt. Cuba Center Wednesdays and Thursdays, 7/24, 7/25, 7/31 & 8/1. About the Instructor: Timothy J. Waller’s major responsibilities are to provide leadership and support for the commercial

$399

Event Series Plant Health Care

Plant Health Care

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

Gardening ecologically requires knowledge of the various pathogenic fungi, bacteria, and viruses that affect native plants and the environmental conditions that lead to infection. Study strategies for prevention and control to implement in your garden. Focus on integrated pest management techniques as well as the identification of both harmful and beneficial organisms. Go home knowing how to control pests in your garden using safe, wildlife-friendly practices. This program takes place in-person at Mt. Cuba Center Wednesdays and Thursdays, 7/24, 7/25, 7/31 & 8/1. About the Instructor: Timothy J. Waller’s major responsibilities are to provide leadership and support for the commercial

$399
Event Series Inviting Wildlife into the Garden

Inviting Wildlife into the Garden

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

Transform your landscape into a garden that attracts a wealth of beneficial wildlife, including birds, mammals, amphibians, and a wide variety of insects. Unlock the important connections between pollinators, plants, and habitats they require. Explore Mt. Cuba’s naturalistic gardens to observe the best native plants for migrating and resident birds. Learn the importance of having water in the garden to support turtles, damselflies, and bats and the value of creating environments that sustain wildlife year-round. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center on three Thursdays: 8/8 through 8/22. About the Instructor: Leah Brooks is the Public Programs

$299
Event Series Inviting Wildlife into the Garden

Inviting Wildlife into the Garden

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

Transform your landscape into a garden that attracts a wealth of beneficial wildlife, including birds, mammals, amphibians, and a wide variety of insects. Unlock the important connections between pollinators, plants, and habitats they require. Explore Mt. Cuba’s naturalistic gardens to observe the best native plants for migrating and resident birds. Learn the importance of having water in the garden to support turtles, damselflies, and bats and the value of creating environments that sustain wildlife year-round. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center on three Thursdays: 8/8 through 8/22. About the Instructor: Leah Brooks is the Public Programs

$299
Event Series Inviting Wildlife into the Garden

Inviting Wildlife into the Garden

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

Transform your landscape into a garden that attracts a wealth of beneficial wildlife, including birds, mammals, amphibians, and a wide variety of insects. Unlock the important connections between pollinators, plants, and habitats they require. Explore Mt. Cuba’s naturalistic gardens to observe the best native plants for migrating and resident birds. Learn the importance of having water in the garden to support turtles, damselflies, and bats and the value of creating environments that sustain wildlife year-round. This program takes place in person at Mt. Cuba Center on three Thursdays: 8/8 through 8/22. About the Instructor: Leah Brooks is the Public Programs

$299