Events
January 2019
The Mind Bloom
Matthaei Botanical Gardens presents "The Mind Bloom," an art exhibit of nature-inspired paintings by Jennifer Farina. Jennifer's painting and writing start with her experience of the natural world and then, she writes, "lead inward and outward at the same time.” Her work begins with treks through gardens and woodland. These experiences inspire her to write poetry, which then conjures images within her brain instead of in view of her eyes. Each artwork is non-representational, so viewers will all have an individual take…
Find out more »March 2019
Ikebana: Japanese Flower Arranging
Create your own seasonal Ikebana arrangement with help from a certified instructor. Please notify a2ikebana@gmail.com of your interest to attend two weeks prior to the date of the meeting. You will then receive an evite to attend. Due to popularity of the classes, the class size is limited to 25 and Ikebana International members are given priority. We usually have room for 5 - 7 guests and welcome beginners. Payment can only be by cash or check. $20 fee covers flowers and…
Find out more »Faerie Doors Workshop at Matthaei
Faeries are nature’s guardians, keeping a watchful eye on the natural world. Invite them to your garden or home by creating beautiful faeries doors decorated with natural materials and other decorations. After the program, visit the conservatory to look for beautiful faerie gardens. Two sessions on March 23: 9:30-11:00am 19-YE-02 and 11:30-1:00pm 19-YE-03. Recommended for children 4-12. Cost $12.00/child; adult accompanies children.
Find out more »Faerie Doors Workshop at Matthaei
Faeries are nature’s guardians, keeping a watchful eye on the natural world. Invite them to your garden or home by creating beautiful faeries doors decorated with natural materials and other decorations. After the program, visit the conservatory to look for beautiful faerie gardens. NOTE: Two sessions on one date: 9:30-11:00 am 19-YE-02 and 11:30-1:00 pm 19-YE-03. Recommended for children 4-12. Cost $12.00/child, adult accompanies children.
Find out more »Dahlia Auction and New Introductions
A video presentation of the 2019 American Dahlia Society new dahlias at 1 pm. Member auction of 2019 dahlia tubers at 2 pm. Handouts on growing and caring for dahlias for all attendees. Presented by Michigan Dahlia Association. Free.
Find out more »Just Deserts – A Spring Break Adventure at Matthaei
Deserts are beautiful, special places with plants uniquely adapted to dry conditions. Explore the arid house and learn how plants and animals survive in the desert. Then make a desert garden of succulents to take home that requires little care or water. Recommended for ages 5-12. Cost $12.00/child, adult accompanies children.
Find out more »African Violets, Gesneriads, Fairy Garden & Terrarium Plants: Display and Sale
Includes free growing skills workshop at 11 am. Presented by Michigan State African Violet Society. Free.
Find out more »April 2019
Growing Herbs for the Kitchen
Group President Madolyn Kaminski offers tips on how to grow and use herbs for the kitchen. She also discusses herbs in food, drinks, and appetizers. Recipes included with handouts. Presented by Herb Study Group. Free.
Find out more »Plant Propagation
North American Rock Garden Society Vice President Don LaFond gives a presentation on propagating plants by seed, cuttings, and dividing. Part of Ann Arbor Garden Club’s Hands-on Home Gardening series. Presented by Ann Arbor Garden Club. Free.
Find out more »Super Seedlings
Seeds are a mystery: how does a tiny seed grow into a big tomato plant? Now is the time to start seedlings which can be transplanted when the weather is warm. Explore the lifecycle of plants from flower to seedling and plant seeds to grow at home. Cost $10.00/child; adult accompanies children.
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