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The Gardeners of Simsbury would like to invite you to our January program. Neal Sanders is a mystery and suspense author known for his series featuring strong, independent female protagonists, including the popular Garden Club Gang series. His writing often features humor and unexpected complications. Please register for this event through the Simsbury Public Library.
Merrie Avallone, owner of Dreamland Flower Farm in Cromwell, has been growing Dahlias for over 25 years. She will cover what makes Dahlias fun to grow, including all aspects of growing, maintaining, dividing and over-wintering them. Seating is limited and registration is required at kayclaiborn@comcast.net. Additional event information: 203-453-0780
All Things Cut Flowers: Growing, Designing & Industry Insight with Jillian Shea February 18, 2027, 7pm On Zoom only Members are free; non-members $10 (Members will receive the Zoom link the Sunday before the talk.) All Things Cut Flowers: Growing, Designing & Industry Insight- Jillian will take us through the essentials of basic cut flower growing, from […]
The Gardeners of Simsbury would like to invite you to our February program. Did you know that moss was used extensively in World War I to prevent infection in wounded soldiers? This is just one fascinating fact about moss, important but often under-appreciated plants in our Connecticut landscape. In this educational and fun lecture, Steve Colgan, an Advanced Master […]
Dr. Richard Benfield Retired, Professor of Biogeography, will cover the top ten Irish gardens, their history and current landscape designs. Seating is limited and registration is required at kayclaiborn@comcast.net. Additional event information: 203-453-0780
Geeking Out with Dahlias with Merrie Avallone March 18, 2027, 7pm On Zoom only Members are free; non-members $10 (Members will receive the Zoom link the Sunday before the talk.) In Geeking Out with Dahlias, Connecticut flower farmer Merrie shares more than 20 years of experience growing dahlias organically and dives into the fascinating details behind these […]
Tom Worthley, UConn Extension Professor in Forest Sustainability, will present the history of Connecticut’s Charter Oak tree and discuss White Oak’s environmental and commercial value. Seating is limited and registration is required at kayclaiborn@comcast.net. Additional event information: 203-453-0780
Ecotypes, Ecoregions, and Restoration Agriculture with Dina Brewster April 15, 2026, 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.) Dina Brewster, co-founder of the Ecotype Project, will discuss her work with native plants, […]
How to Kill a Houseplant with Jeff Eleveld May 20, 2026, 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.) Jeff The Plant Guy will share his unique perspective on keeping your house plants […]
Breaking the Rules: Ecological Landscape Design and Traditional Landscape Methodology with Larry Weaner June 17, 2026, 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.) Using native plants requires more than simply expanding the […]