Scott Arboretum & Gardens

Green Wreath Workshops
2025-12-04 14:00 - 16:00, 2025-12-04 18:30 - 20:30, 2025-12-05 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Detroit) | Wister Center – Gillespie Room, 500 College Avenue, Swarthmore, PA, United States
Create a unique and festive wreath with a variety of freshly-cut greens and natural materials from Scott Arboretum & Gardens. Our pre-wrapped, moss-filled frames allow for long-lasting decorations for your home and also make wonderful holiday gifts. Scott Arboretum & Gardens staff will provide a demonstration and be on hand to guide your creativity.
Registration Cost:
Members: $50
Non-Members: $60
ACCESS [https://www.art-reach.org/access/] Cardholder: $2; call 610-328-8025 to register.

Become a member of the Associates of the Scott Arboretum here.
Session A: Wednesday, December 3 from 6:30 to 8:30 pm
SOLD OUT
Session B: Thursday, December 4 from 2 to 4 pm
Call 610-328-8025 to register.
Session C: Thursday, December 4 from 6:30 to 8:30 pm
SOLD OUT
Session D: Friday, December 5 from 10 am to 12 pm
Call 610-328-8025 to register.
Program Details

Registration is required.
Please bring pruners; registration includes all other materials.
Class limited to 18.
Email us if you have accessibility needs for this program.
For more information, review our program and event policies or call the Scott Arboretum office at 610-328-8025.
If you’ve kept your wreath frames from previous years, you can bring them back to donate to the Holiday Sale.

About ACCESS
Scott Arboretum & Gardens proudly participates in the Art-Reach ACCESS program. Pennsylvania ACCESS/EBT cardholders, and Art-Reach ACCESS cardholders may receive $2 tickets for the cardholder and up to 3 guests. This discount may not be valid for special events or sold out events, or combined with other discount offers. Visitors must show their ACCESS card and valid photo ID on the day of the program. For more information about the ACCESS program, please visit art-reach.org/access.

Green Wreath Workshops
2025-12-05 10:00 - 12:00
Create a unique and festive wreath with a variety of freshly-cut greens and natural materials from Scott Arboretum & Gardens. Our pre-wrapped, moss-filled frames allow for long-lasting decorations for your home and also make wonderful holiday gifts. Scott Arboretum & Gardens staff will provide a demonstration and be on hand to guide your creativity.
Registration Cost:
Members: $50
Non-Members: $60
ACCESS [https://www.art-reach.org/access/] Cardholder: $2; call 610-328-8025 to register.

Become a member of the Associates of the Scott Arboretum here.
Session A: Wednesday, December 3 from 6:30 to 8:30 pm
SOLD OUT
Session B: Thursday, December 4 from 2 to 4 pm
Session B Registration
Session C: Thursday, December 4 from 6:30 to 8:30 pm
SOLD OUT
Session D: Friday, December 5 from 10 am to 12 pm
Call 610-328-8025 to register.
Program Details

Registration is required.
Please bring pruners; registration includes all other materials.
Class limited to 18.
Email us if you have accessibility needs for this program.
For more information, review our program and event policies or call the Scott Arboretum office at 610-328-8025.
If you’ve kept your wreath frames from previous years, you can bring them back to donate to the Holiday Sale.

About ACCESS
Scott Arboretum & Gardens proudly participates in the Art-Reach ACCESS program. Pennsylvania ACCESS/EBT cardholders, and Art-Reach ACCESS cardholders may receive $2 tickets for the cardholder and up to 3 guests. This discount may not be valid for special events or sold out events, or combined with other discount offers. Visitors must show their ACCESS card and valid photo ID on the day of the program. For more information about the ACCESS program, please visit art-reach.org/access.

Specialty Pruning Workshop: Hydrangeas & Roses
2026-03-14 09:30 - 12:00
Learn the essential techniques for pruning roses and hydrangeas in this focused, hands-on workshop. Designed for home gardeners of any experience level, this class demystifies when, why, and how to prune each plant for healthier growth and better blooms.
Horticulture Supervisor Adam Glas and Senior Horticulturist Andrew DeGothseir will cover pruning techniques specific to different types of roses and the major hydrangea groups, explaining the key differences between old-wood and new-wood bloomers. You’ll learn how to identify growth patterns, make clean and effective cuts, shape shrubs for long-term structure, and avoid the common mistakes that lead to poor flowering.
Participants leave with practical, seasonally-timed guidance and the confidence to maintain beautiful, productive plants year after year.
Registration Cost:
Members: $35
Non-Members: $45
ACCESS Cardholder: $2; call 610-328-8025 to register.
Limited seats remain. Call 610-328-8024 to register.
Program Details

Registration is required.
Class size limited to 18.
The inclement weather day will be March 21, 2025 from 9:30 am – 12 pm. Please reserve this on your calendar, as refunds will not be given if you cannot attend the inclement weather date.
Email us if you have accessibility needs for this program.
For more information, review our program and event policies or call the Scott Arboretum office at 610-328-8025.

About the Presenters
Senior Horticulturist Andrew DeGothseir joined the staff in 2019. He holds a B.S. in Ornamental Horticulture and Environmental Design from Delaware Valley University. Before joining the horticulture staff, he worked at Haverford College, Westtown School, Henry Schmieder Arboretum, The Lutheran Theological Seminary at Philadelphia, and Germantown Friends School where he was instrumental in creating the Betty Cary Arboretum.
Horticulture Supervisor Adam Glas joined the Scott Arboretum & Gardens staff in 2012. Before that, he worked as Nursery Manager at Terrain (Styer’s) Nursery in Glen Mills. He was accepted into the Longwood Gardens Professional Gardener (PG) Training Program, completing that program in 2006. He served as president for the PG Alumni Association and vice president of the board of managers at Chenoa Manor. He studied Horticulture and Landscape Design at University of Wisconsin River Falls.
About ACCESS
Scott Arboretum & Gardens proudly participates in the Art-Reach ACCESS program. Pennsylvania ACCESS/EBT cardholders, and Art-Reach ACCESS cardholders may receive $2 tickets for the cardholder and up to three guests. This discount may not be valid for special events or sold out events, or combined with other discount offers. Visitors must show their ACCESS card and valid photo ID on the day of the program. For more information about the ACCESS program, please visit art-reach.org/access.

Dahlias for Days: An Introductory Workshop
2026-04-16 18:00 - 19:30
Explore the colorful world of dahlias in this hands-on workshop, perfect for new and seasoned growers alike. Ted Patterson, long-time Scott garden volunteer and dahlia enthusiast, believes there is a dahlia form, color, or habit for everyone. He will share his knowledge of how to choose healthy tubers and even grow from cuttings or seeds. We’ll discuss soil prep, planting, staking, and the care to get your dahlias through their long bloom period. The class includes an easy, practical overview of overwintering—whether you plan to store tubers indoors or leave them in the ground—so you can enjoy your plants year after year.
No prior experience is required. You’ll leave with practical knowledge, helpful resources, and your own dahlia tuber to start your garden journey.
Registration Cost:
Members: $35
Non-Members: $45
ACCESS Cardholder : $2; call 610-328-8025 to register.
Call 610-328-8025 to register.
Program Details

Registration is required.
Class size limited to 18.
Email us if you have accessibility needs for this program.
For more information, review our program and event policies or call the Scott Arboretum office at 610-328-8025.

About the Presenter
Ted Patterson is a long-time Arboretum Assistant who volunteers in the garden and chairs events. He is also on the board of Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens and a member of the Greater Philadelphia Dahlia Society. Dahlias have been expanding their footprint in his garden for over 20 years.
About ACCESS
Scott Arboretum & Gardens proudly participates in the Art-Reach ACCESS program. Pennsylvania ACCESS/EBT cardholders, and Art-Reach ACCESS cardholders may receive $2 tickets for the cardholder and up to three guests. This discount may not be valid for special events or sold out events, or combined with other discount offers. Visitors must show their ACCESS card and valid photo ID on the day of the program. For more information about the ACCESS program, please visit art-reach.org/access.

Art in the Garden: Youth and Family Workshop
2026-05-02 09:00 - 10:30
Join Young Rembrandts at Scott Arboretum & Gardens for a fun morning of art and nature—a perfect way to celebrate Mother’s Day! Each participant will design a beautiful flower creation using watercolor pencils while being immersed in the springtime garden. The workshop’s step-by-step guided instruction allows participants of all abilities to thrive in a collaborative environment. This program is open to children ages 5 and up with their caregiver.
Registration Cost:
Member: $20
Non-Member: $30
ACCESS Cardholder: $2; call 610-328-8025 to register.
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Program Details

This workshop is for participants ages 5 and up; no experience needed.
All children must be accompanied by a caregiver.
Registration is required for each child and adult participating.
Please include the first name of all participants during registration.
Registration includes all supplies.
Workshop limited to 24 people.
In case of inclement weather, this workshop will be held in the Wister Center.
Email us if you have accessibility needs for this program.
For more information, review our program and event policies or call the Scott office at 610-328-8025.

About ACCESS
Scott Arboretum & Gardens proudly participates in the Art-Reach ACCESS program. Pennsylvania ACCESS/EBT cardholders, and Art-Reach ACCESS cardholders may receive $2 tickets for the cardholder and up to three guests. This discount may not be valid for special events or sold out events, or combined with other discount offers. Visitors must show their ACCESS card and valid photo ID on the day of the program. For more information about the ACCESS program, please visit art-reach.org/access.
