Well-known, local bird authority, Rosann Kovalcik, will tap into the world of Michigan’s woodpeckers. Discover all eight species that make their homes here. Learn why they are essential to our forests and find out simple ways to help them thrive in your own backyard. Rosann Kovalcik has been watching birds since she was a teenager,...Read More
Join speaker Christina Funk to learn more about these fascinating, misunderstood, and beneficial garden friends, the bats. Learn about the different species that are native to Michigan, their habitats, food sources, roosting areas, and more. Christina Funk is currently the Lead Naturalist at the Stage Nature Center, which is operated by the Troy Nature Society,...Read More
PHS believes in the power of horticulture to make positive social and environmental change. As a community, we invest our time, passion, and money into public gardens and landscapes that further our cause. Join Andrew Bunting, as he discusses his work and insight into the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society and its mission to advance health and well-being through...Read More
i The Garden Center is proudly celebrating its 75th anniversary this year! We will mark the occasion following a sumptuous afternoon tea and the announcement of the judges’ top three garden designs. Our featured speaker is Janet Macunovich, on “Gardening as we Age.” Janet Macunovich Janet Macunovich is a popular, well known, professional gardener and...Read More
The Garden Center is celebrating its 75th Anniversary, proudly serving our community since 1950! 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. – Rain or Shine Garden Tour Attractions: Seven lovely private gardens in a variety of sizes, shapes and styles. Garden docents to answer questions about the gardens. Local artists painting and sketching plein air in the...Read More
Detroit floral designer and events stylist, Amber Velvet Kirkland, will show off her unique flair for design and creativity, merging her engineering background with her creative sense of style. Her focus is on details, mixing various textures and colors in unconventional ways in her focal pieces, resulting in spectacular one-of-a-kind floral arrangements. Amber Velvet Kirkland...Read More
“Pollinators Make Your Garden Grow“ Friday & Saturday, June 20 & 21, 2025 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. – Rain or Shine Choose your level of support: “Waiting” Original watercolor by Robert Fionda. One of five Tour Raffle prizes! Gardeners’ Circle* – $1,000 & up Platinum Rose* – $500 – $999 Diamond Frost* – $200...Read More
Great Dixter Gardens Join Mil Hurley on her learning adventure to the famous Great Dixter Gardens in East Sussex, England. She was fortunate to be admitted into one of their very limited Adult Learning Programs. The horticulture courses at Great Dixter include, week-long symposia, lectures, and workshops. Mil will relay her experiences taking classes run by...Read More
Enjoy an inspiring and motivating look at the science of climate change and what it means for gardeners. Claire Mitchell covers the science of climate change in accessible terms; the changing temperatures and rain patterns; and what this means in practice for gardens and gardeners. The focus continues with a look at plants for our...Read More
