"Learn. Grow. Travel."
"Learn. Grow. Travel."
Largest plant sale in northeast CT. All proceeds fund scholarships and Civic projects. Annuals, perennials, herbs, veggies, fresh floral gifts, hanging baskets and natives. Find us on Facebook for more information. No pets.
The Essex Garden Club's May Market has been a major Springtime event in Essex for more than 70 years. This most important fundraising event for the club began as a small plant sale across from the Griswold Inn and has grown into a garden extravaganza now held in the Town Park. It features annuals, members' […]
Walk through scenic nature trails in search of migratory birds returning north after the winter. This walk, for birdwatchers of all experience levels, is guided by Brian O’Toole, the Visitor Service Manager for the Stamford Museum and Nature Center.
Moved to Sunday, May 10's rain date! The annual event features member grown annuals, perennials, vegetables, herbs and hanging pots. Proceeds fund civic projects and educational events. Event information: 203-453-0780 Rain date, May 10.
Treat the special women in your life to an elegant Mother’s Day filled with flowers and flavor. Enjoy music and a morning stroll through our gardens with WDS Head Gardener Pete Winne, learning about the blooms and blossoms that shine in early Spring. Then share tea, cake, and conversation overlooking the beautiful grounds. Whether you’re […]
Join us for a Native Plant Workshop to learn how native plants support biodiversity and healthy ecosystems, with free plants for attendees Join the Eastern Connecticut Watershed Network in partnership with Wild Ones and Otis Library for a Native Plant Workshop focused on how native plants support pollinators, improve soil and water health, and create […]
Butterflies are one of the world’s most beloved insects. Find out more about them and what draws us to these creatures. Journalist Wendy Williams invites you to learn "The Language of Butterflies" and reveal the critical role lepidoptera play in our world.
This talk will cover all the basics of identifying, appreciating and growing peonies. Daniel Furman of Cricket Hill Garden in Thomaston, CT will dive into the diverse world of peonies. From their roots as medicinal plants in China and Europe, to symbols of wealth and presigate in Imperial China, and finally to a perennial suitable […]
Leete's Island Garden Club hosts Shaun Roche, Visitor Services Manager of the Stewart B. McKinney National Wildlife Center, who will present a talk which will include salt marsh ecology and historical photos of haymaking in our local marshes. For more information about this free event and to register, please call 203-453-0780
An NGC standard flower show open and free to the public on the following dates in May: Wed, 5/13: 1:00 pm--8:00 pm, Thurs, 5/14: 9:00 am--8:00 pm, Friday, 5/15: 9:00 am --8:00 pm To access more information about this show and to register to enter please see the website as indicated.
Join us for this engaging program inspired by Doug Tallamy’s Homegrown National Park. Tallamy encourages us to “plant native to rebuild the ecosystems that support all life, and restore the vital connections between plants and animals for a healthier, thriving planet.” We’ll assess our own properties that helps participants to become more aware of the […]
