"Learn. Grow. Travel."
"Learn. Grow. Travel."
Steve Hootman is the Executive Director of Horticulture & Curator of the Rhododendron Species Botanical Garden in Federal Way, Washington. He has worked at the RSBG since 1992 and has participated in or led at least thirty expeditions into the remote regions of the world looking for rare and new taxa of rhododendrons and other […]
Felicia Millet, a research technician with the Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station, will present “Growing Annuals from Seeds” on Feb. 12 at 6:00 p.m. at Essex Library, 33 West Avenue, Essex, CT. Starting annuals from seed can be a great way to produce a large number of plants for the garden while reducing the cost of […]
Join us at the Speer Preserve annual outing led by TRLC member John Cappadona. This short trail connects to more remote sections of MDC Reservoir 6 and Talcott Mountain State Park, which can feel very much like one is in the deep woods. The route is easy-to-moderate and will last 1.5 to 2 hours. Snowshoes are […]
Animal Embassy returns to Grace Farms to provide insight into animals’ amazing adaptations, and why we need to protect and respect them.
The scientific names for plants intimidate many gardeners. When we use common names, we run the risk of purchasing the wrong plant or misidentifying plant problems. In this class we will review the history of plant names in the Western world, why they change and why we as gardeners should make an effort to use […]
Today, create a Fairy House with natural materials collected from the landscapes surrounding the River building. Our Director of Horticulture, Kimberly Kelly will facilitate the crafting while discussing the importance of creating a structure that will become part of nature again.
The Suburban Garden Club of Cheshire February meeting will be held on February 18, 2026, 7:30 PM. at the Cheshire Senior Center located at 240 Maple Street. The topic of the presentation is Container Gardening Indoors and Out and will be given by Gregory Bugbee. Learn about choosing the right plants and potting soils for […]
Can’t wait until Spring? The sights and scents of that season will be on full display at the “44th Connecticut Flower & Garden Show” starting Thursday, February 19 through Sunday, February 22, 2026, at the Connecticut Convention Center, 100 Columbus Blvd. in Hartford, Conn. 2026 Dates/Hours: Thursday, Feb. 19 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Friday, Feb. 20 from […]
Tovah Martin Issues & Answers: Harnessing Plants to Solve Problems Feb. 19, 2026, 7pm Zoom only Members will receive the Zoom link the Sunday before the talk. Free for members; $10 for non-members (register here) NOTE: This program will not be recorded. This lecture suggests solutions for a wheelbarrow load of problems from dry shade to […]
This eye-opening lecture will take the guesswork out of which perennials and flowering shrubs are the best choices, especially for more challenging growing conditions. You simply cannot tell if a plant is a great performer year after year by looking at a pretty picture or attractively maintained inventory at garden centers. For over 30 years […]
Join us for First Tolland County Ag Day, a community event for all ages featuring local farms, vendors, demonstrations, and hands-on learning experiences. Shop local, explore agriculture, and connect with organizations that support our food system, environment, and local economy Vendor and Farmer Booths available! Check us out at Tolland County Ag Day | Tollandagcenter
The Gardeners of Simsbury present Dr. Yonghao Li, a plant pathologist leading the Plant Disease Information Office at the Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station in New Haven, CT. He has more than 30 years of experience in gardening, disease diagnosis, and pest management. Pruning is an important component of maintaining the health and appearance of ornamental […]