A stealthy catastrophe is happening in regional spaces that are suffering from the spread of invasive plants. VCE Master Naturalist Tracy Melton will tell you about large and small-scale invasive species removal projects. You'll learn about the serious negative impact of invasives, and how to identify and remove these plants from your own property to […]
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Most trees and shrubs should be pruned during winter while they are dormant to invigorate the plant and encourage new growth in spring. The VCE Master Gardeners Pruning Team will explain the right tools for the job, demonstrate proper techniques, and show how to maintain your tools for years of service in the garden. This […]
Join us on the Garden patio for a reading of the book The Wish Tree by Kyo Maclear. We will take a guided walk in the Garden to look for trees and shrubs with interesting texture or color in the bark, and admire the natural shape of stems. After the walk, we will make a […]
This illustrated lecture by acclaimed landscape architect Gordon Chappell will feature a discussion on the dominance of the suburbs and their unique landscaping styles. He will explain how the typical lawn and foundation plantings affect wildlife and suggest alternatives to a lawn. Lastly he will discuss balancing the desire to garden responsibly with expected garden […]
Local nature photographer Jim Easton will cover aspects of creating a good photograph, including light, location, equipment and several of the important design elements of composition. His presentation includes stunning images, all of which were taken on hiking trails, gardens, nature parks and backyards in Williamsburg, James City County and Richmond. Jim will share technical […]
Shawn T. Dash PhD, Associate Professor, Department of Biological Sciences Hampton University, presents "Pollinators, Predators, and Pests: How Insects Shape Our Gardens and Forests". Dr. Dash will take you on a tour of the fascinating world of insect-plant interactions that drive the biodiversity of our landscapes. From the intricate dance of co-evolution between butterflies and […]
Plants with a Purpose 2025 Honor Box Plant Sale Every day* from April 26 through Memorial Day – 7 am until Sunset The 2025 Honor Box Plant Sale opens Saturday, April 26th and runs through Memorial Day with the exceptions of May 9 and May 10. Find plants to support pollinators and other wildlife in […]
The fifth annual Arbor Day Plant-A-Tree Ceremony will be on Saturday, April 26, 2025, at 10:30 a.m. at the Williamsburg Botanical Garden and Freedom Park Arboretum. This year's tree is a Chinkapin Oak (Quercus muehlenbergii), which was generously donated by Don Georgette and the Northern Neck Native Plant Co. FREE - no registration needed. Come […]
Join us on the Garden patio for a reading of My Garden by Kevin Henkes. Then take a guided Garden walk to visit 10 flowers and observe their shapes and discover what insects they attract. This FREE program is for children Ages 5+. All children must be accompanied by an Adult. Please make sure to […]
