"Learn. Grow. Travel."
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It’s off to charming Maine! Travel with Friendship Tours and Federated Gardens Clubs of Connecticut for a three-night, coastal Maine trip packed with sites, gardens, and delightful dining. We focus on Boothbay, Wiscasset, and Portland Maine where we meet our Maine garden club friends! Come along and enjoy the fun! We’ll be stopping at New […] 
It’s off to charming Maine! Travel with Friendship Tours and Federated Gardens Clubs of Connecticut for a three-night, coastal Maine trip packed with sites, gardens, and delightful dining. We focus on Boothbay, Wiscasset, and Portland Maine where we meet our Maine garden club friends! Come along and enjoy the fun! We’ll be stopping at New […] |
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The CT Rhododendron Society's first meeting of the fall is scheduled for Tuesday, 9/1/26 at the Bloomfield Community Center (330 Park Avenue, Bloomfield CT). Social time from 6:30-7 and presentation at 7. Member Sally Perkins will present "Rhododendrons for Beginners and Enthusiasts." Sally Perkins holds a B.S. in Botany from the University of Maryland and […] |
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Get ready to extend your growing season like a pro! Join our master gardener, Mark Gostkiewicz, in this workshop where you'll learn the ins and outs of cultivating crops in the fall, winter, and spring. Not only will you learn about the life cycle and needs of cold-hardy veggies and herbs, but you'll also discover […] |
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This comprehensive tour invites a closer look at the architecture of the River building and Barns. Take in 360–degree views of the surrounding landscapes while exploring the building’s sustainable design, curated interiors, and materials choices. During the tour, sample a cup of tea from Grace Farms Tea & Coffee, a Certified B Corp that demonstrates […] |
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Leete’s Island Garden Club invites you to hear garden designer Christine Darnell of Lyme, discuss the importance of remembering to think about the views outside your windows during the cold season. Doors open at 12:30 p.m. with the speaker program to run from 12:45 - 1:45 p.m. |
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Have you wanted to save seeds from a favorite flower or vegetable in your garden, but didn't know how to get started? Join West Hartford Garden Club's Advanced Master Gardeners Beth Ann Loveland Sennett and Susan Grew to learn the basics of seed saving for common flowers and vegetables. If you already save seeds, please […] |
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Join us at the Protect Our Pollinators Fall Native Plant Sale! The sale includes a variety of perennial plants, grasses and more. Fall is a great time for planting native perennials, trees and shrubs. Fall planting gives plants a head-start as roots strengthen over the winter months. When Spring arrives, the plants are ready to […]
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Birdwatchers of all ages and experience are invited to join birding expert Brian O’Toole, the Visitor Service Manager for the Stamford Museum and Nature Center. Through these guided walks, connect with the purpose of the ecosystems we inhabit, the vibrant life that’s a part of it, and our role in maintaining and adding to it. Brian […]
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Make your own handmade bouquet alongside our Horticulture Team. Inspired by the slow flower movement to embrace local, sustainable, and seasonal flowers, this hands-on workshop provides tips on growing your own blooms, emphasizes the importance of knowing the origin of your flowers and encourages everyone to see the beauty in their own backyard. |
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An outstanding opportunity to visit 4 beautiful Litchfield County gardens; Maywood in Bridgewater, Phil Gorrivan's in Washington, 101 Goldmines in Roxbury, and Hollister House Garden in Washington. Visit all 4 Gardens for $30.00 Individual tickets $10 per person may be purchased at each garden. CASH ONLY |
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Welcome to a presentation that will focus on the basic ecology of "the jewels of the night" - fireflies and moths, and what we can do to help save them. Lisa Newell will speak about what they need to survive and how we can manage our gardens to impact their survival: plant native plants, provide […] |
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The Story of Plastic is an exposé revealing the ugly truth behind plastic pollution and the false solution of plastic recycling. “The Story of Plastic” presents a cohesive timeline of how we got to our current global plastic pollution crisis and the efforts of the oil and gas industry to successfully manipulate the narrative around it. […] |
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We are delighted to welcome Janice Cox as the featured speaker for our 2026 Herb Symposium. A nationally recognized author and educator, Janice brings decades of expertise and infectious enthusiasm for herbs, roses, and the art of natural beauty. Her engaging presentations have inspired gardeners across the country to discover the beauty, fragrance, and everyday […] |
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Editing the Garden: Advice from the High Line with Yuki Kaneko Thursday, September 17 • 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.) A naturalistic garden may appear effortless, but its beauty […]
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Editing the Garden: Advice from the High Line with Yuki Kaneko Thursday, September 17 • 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.) A naturalistic garden may appear effortless, but its beauty is […] |
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Exhibitions, vendors, demos, and displays fill the Garden at Elm Bank for three days only this September! Advanced tickets required. The New England Fall Flower Show is a place where flowers, communities, and people flourish side by side. 'Growing Together' emphasizes shared experiences, collaboration, and the beauty of collective growth. Join us to experience the […] |
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The gardens of The Met Cloisters serve as a place of profound refreshment, curiosity, and wonder. In this lecture, Carly Still explores the distinct inspiration behind each of the three interior cloister gardens and the unique stories they tell. The presentation will dive into the essential role of herbs in the Middle Ages, sharing the […]
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THE LITCHFIELD GARDEN CLUB presents CELEBRATING CONNECTICUT – A TRIBUTE TO OUR HERITAGE: A Garden Club of America Flower Show. FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 2026 PREVIEW PARTY 6 - 9PM (tickets available at litchfieldgardenclub.org) SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 19 FLOWER SHOW OPEN TO THE PUBLIC 10AM - 4PM (free of charge) Celebrate Connecticut history reimagined through the timeless beauty […]
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Liven up your home with a new indoor plant! Participants can swap indoor houseplants, pick out new plants, or donate one for others to enjoy. You do not need to donate a plant to bring one home. Donating plants to the swap? Please make sure they are healthy and pest-free. This event is hosted by […] |
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Join Dennis Quinn, Herpetologist, Environmental Scientist, and Professor at CCSU, for an update on efforts to protect and enhance wetland habitats for endangered species. Learn about his ongoing conservation work throughout Connecticut and the projects impacting the Enfield area. |
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Celebrate Dahlia Season at White Flower Farm! There’s nothing quite like Dahlia season at White Flower Farm. We don’t just sell Dahlias—we grow them. After months of planting and caring for our elds, we’re excited to open our gardens and share the spectacular results with you. Explore our display garden featuring more than 150 […]
Celebrate Dahlia Season at White Flower Farm! There’s nothing quite like Dahlia season at White Flower Farm. We don’t just sell Dahlias—we grow them. After months of planting and caring for our elds, we’re excited to open our gardens and share the spectacular results with you. Explore our display garden featuring more than 150 […]
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In 2019, landscape design firm Columbine LLC began a thoughtful restoration of DeRham Farm, a historic estate overlooking the Hudson River in Garrison, New York. Working closely with the homeowners, the project focused on revitalizing the landscape while honoring the property’s historic character and extraordinary setting. Highlights included the restoration of a sunken garden within […]
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Do what you love and make a difference! Join your friends and neighbors at the Hamden Land Conservation Trust for a hands-on Stewardship Event at our beautiful Winterberry Wetlands property on the Farmington Canal Trail opposite Route 10 Restaurant (3810 Whitney Avenue) Saturday, September 26 from 10am - noon (Rain date: Sunday, September 27, 1 […]
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Spend an afternoon in the stunning fields of The Fen in Sharon, Connecticut, with botanist and seed specialist Heather Liljengren for a hands-on workshop in native seed collection. Set within expansive, species-rich meadows on a calcareous fen, The Fen is a native seed farm and regenerative land project seldom open to the public. This off-site […] |
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Join Marguerite Alpert, lifelong gardener and botanical artist, for an inspiring evening exploring design, composition, color, and negative space—and transform your botanical materials into beautiful original art. If you have pressed material, please bring them along! If not, Marguerite will have plenty for you to use. Space is limited—reserve your spot! |
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October is a fitting time to notice the particular beauty of decay and the quiet work dead wood performs in the landscape. What we’re often tempted to clear away- standing dead trees, decomposing logs, and brush piles- provide some of the garden’s richest habitat, offering wildlife food, shelter, and overwintering refuge. As it breaks down, […] |