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Michael Russo, Floral Designer and Founding Member of the CT Flower Collective will create two small bouquets using seasonal fall flowers and talk about the Connecticut Flower Collective. (Photo by Michael Russo) Seating is very limited and registration is required at kayclaiborn@comcast.net. Meet in the Quonnipaug Room.
Explore how ecological design, public policy, and community partnerships can reshape urban landscapes into healthier, more connected habitats. Join landscape architect Preston Montague for the keynote presentation at the 2026 Beneath the Oaks Symposium
Digging Deeper into Ecological Horticulture with Uli Lorimer Thursday, October 15 • 7pm On Zoom and in person at Congregation Beth Israel 701 Farmington Avenue, West Hartford Members are free; non-members $10. (Members will receive the Zoom link the Sunday before the talk.) What is Ecological Horticulture? What distinguishes it from mainstream horticulture? Why is genetic […]
The Charleston Horticultural Society, in partnership with the Garden Conservancy, invites you to spend a fall day exploring six private gardens on Sullivan's Island during our Open Days Garden Tour. Each garden offers a unique opportunity to experience the creativity, character, and coastal beauty of Sullivan's Island landscapes. Wander at your own pace, gather inspiration […]
Cherry Brook Garden Club is hosting a fun and festive luncheon and Tea Cup Auction. Lunch Ticket cost is $25 - please reserve by 10/6. email robin.pettini@gmail.com
The Connecticut Horticultural Society’s biennial symposium, “Gardening for ALL Ages,” returns in person on October 24 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Marriott Hartford Cromwell. The daylong event will feature presentations by garden experts Rebecca McMackin, Christine Darnell, and Jennifer McGuinness, followed by “Gardening at Every Age,” a panel discussion and Q&A moderated […]
We hope you will join us for the Betty Gehris Memorial Program featuring Jana Milbocker. Explore a fascinating look at lavish landscapes from America's Golden Era in this special presentation at the South Windsor Public Library. Come for an afternoon Gilded Age tea and exploration of the Gardens of the Gilded Age. To help us […]
Join the Connecticut Invasive Plant Working Group for a day of science-based research and expert presentations on managing invasive plants. Theme: From Awareness to Action: Strengthening Our Response to Invasive Plants Wednesday, October 28, 2026 UConn Student Union, 2110 Hillside Rd, Storrs, CT **Attend in person or purchase the recording** The symposium will be recorded […]
Dr. Devaughn Fraser, Wildlife Biologist, CT DEEP will introduce the nine species of bat we have here in Connecticut, and discuss the methods used to monitor and protect these valuable members of our community. As always, our events are free to the public and all are welcome!
Speaker: Susan A. Masino Protecting our brain health and protecting areas for natural processes are both vitally important for our long-term well being. This presentation will review the emerging interdisciplinary science of supporting human potential by reengaging with nature and protecting it for the future. Registration to attend the presentation may be made here. OPEN […]
Saturday, November 7 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Registration/Continental Breakfast starts at 8:30 a.m. An optional tour of the Connecticut College Arboretum Native Plant Collection will be offered after the conference. The transition zone between a cultivated landscape and a natural forested area provides unique opportunities (and challenges!) in a home landscape. The strategic use […]
Fall is the best time to plant garlic. Grace Farms Horticulture Specialist Michael Poulin demonstrates how to prepare, plant, and care for this common aromatic. Take home a hand-selected head of garlic to plant this autumn for summer harvest.