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Crum Woods Tour
Explore the trails, wildlife, and plants of the Crum Woods. This tour is geared for gardeners from beginners to experts. The tour will begin at the Scott Outdoor Amphitheater and is free and open to the public. In case of inclement weather, the tour will be…
Find out more »Great Garden Plants from 30 Years of Comparative Trials
Don’t miss this exclusive opportunity to learn from Richard Hawke, Chicago Botanic Garden's Plant Evaluation Manager and Associate Scientist! He will share his research findings on genera such as Athyrium, Baptisia, Campanula, Coreopsis, Geranium, Geum, Hibiscus, Hydrangea, Nepeta, Rodgersia, Salvia, Stachys, Thalictrum, and Vernonia to…
Find out more »Evenings Highlights Tour
Explore the Scott Arboretum's plant collections with staff. This tour is geared for gardeners from beginners to experts. The tour will begin at the Scott Arboretum offices and is free and open to the public. In case of inclement weather, the tour will be canceled. For more…
Find out more »Ohara School of Ikebana Exhibition
Friday, April 20, 4 to 6 pm - Opening Reception Saturday, April 21, 10 am to 4 pm - Exhibition Sunday, April 22, 10 am to 4 pm - Exhibition In honor of the Japanese tradition of cherry blossom viewing (Sakura Matsuri), we are hosting…
Find out more »Ohara School of Ikebana Flower Arranging Class
Learn how to create an authentic Ohara School floral arrangement under the guidance of a certified Ohara School of Ikebana teacher. In addition to cut flowers to work with, participants will be provided with a ceramic container and a kenzan (Japanese-style "frog") to take home.…
Find out more »Early Spring Tour
Explore the Scott Arboretum's plant collections with staff. This tour is geared for gardeners from beginners to experts. The tour will begin at the Scott Arboretum offices and is free and open to the public. In case of inclement weather, the tour will be canceled. For more…
Find out more »Hypertufa Trough Workshop
Invented by and meant for gardeners, hypertufa troughs have an appearance similar to limestone planters but without the weight and expense. Learn with Curator Mary Tipping about the science behind hypertufa, and create your own planter with the simplest of supplies. Class participants will create…
Find out more »Arbor Day Open House
Bring the family to the Scott Arboretum to receive a free sapling tree (one per family while supplies last), and enjoy refreshments and tree-related fun for the whole family. Staff will be on hand to answer questions about trees, gardening, and the Arboretum. Free and…
Find out more »Mid-Atlantic Peony Society Tour and Reception
Tour our stunning and ever-expanding Tree Peony Collection at the peak of bloom. Explore the collection with experts from the Mid-Atlantic Peony Society and stay for a reception in the Wister Center with like-minded gardening enthusiasts. The tour will begin at the Wister Center and…
Find out more »National Public Gardens Day Tour
Explore the Scott Arboretum's plant collections with staff on National Public Gardens Day. This tour is geared for gardeners from beginners to experts. The tour will begin at the Scott Arboretum offices and is free and open to the public. In case of inclement weather, the…
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