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44 gardening Events Found

Mar 7

Free Rain Garden Workshop in Haverford

Learn how to build and maintain a Rain Garden for yourself or in your community. Later, you will have the opportunity to hone your skills by joining our rain garden builds or apprenticing (i.e., assessing potential locations and designing rain gardens). Presented by Darby Creek Valley Association, Eastern Delaware County Stormwater Collaborative and Hav-a-Rain Garden who have designed and built more than 80 rain gardens in the region at parks, libraries and private properties.
Haverford Community Recreation and Environmental Center
Free
3/7/26
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Mar 10

Master Gardener Presentation

Educational presentation by Master Gardeners
N.C. Cooperative Extension - Transylvania County Center
Free
3/10/26
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Mar 11

2026 Field to Fork Webinar Series - Debunking Common Vegetable Gardening Myths

Part of the eleventh annual Field to Fork webinar series. Experts from across the region will provide information about growing, preserving and preparing specialty-crop fruits and vegetables safely. Webinar recordings will be archived for later viewing.
Online
Free
3/11/26
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Mar 11

YHEP Plant Science and Gardening Education for ECTA HS

YHEP presents plant science and gardening education for the students of ECTA HS. Additional dates: March 25, 2026 (9am-11am), April 8, 2026 (9am-11am), April 22, 2026 (9am-11am), May 13, 2026 (9am-11am).
Clark County Extension Main Office
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3/11/26
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Mar 11

Shade Gardening on the Outer Banks

Part of the Master Gardeners Library Series winter presentation series. Each presentation runs about an hour and offers practical tips to help your garden thrive on the Outer Banks.
Kill Devil Hills Library Branch
Free
3/11/26
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Mar 14

Succulent Garden Making Workshop

Workshop focused on creating succulent gardens, combining art with plant science and environmental education.
Kidcreate Studio - Cypress
Free
3/14/26
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Mar 14

Succulent Garden Making Workshop

Workshop focused on creating succulent gardens, combining art with plant science education
Kidcreate Studio - Cypress
Free
3/14/26
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Mar 18

Gardening Basics

New to gardening? This beginner-friendly seminar is the perfect place to dig in! Learn the basics of soil, sunlight, watering, and plant selection as you discover how to grow a healthy garden--no matter your space or experience. Whether you have a backyard, balcony, or just a few pots on a windowsill, you'll leave with the knowledge and confidence to start your own green space from the ground up. Learning outcomes include understanding basic gardening principles, identifying suitable plants for beginner gardeners, plant and care for a small garden, and applying sustainable gardening practices.
Virtual
$17.00 - General...
3/18/26
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Mar 18

Wellbeing in Gardening

During this relaxing learning experience that combines lecture, discussion, and gentle outdoor activities, discover the connections between nature and well-being in modern society. Elective Class for the Gardening Certificate
Longwood Gardens
Free
3/18/26
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Mar 21

Grow and Know with CEARhub

This is a hands-on gardening program that connects students to science, creativity, environmental stewardship. Students will explore plant life cycles, sustainability, and regional planting knowledge. Projects include: Seedling Creation - Monitoring growth conditions, journaling changes, comparing crop types; Learning Planting Seasons - Crop calendars, warm vs. cool weather plants; Papermaking with Garden Vegetables - Using garden scraps to make decorative, textured paper. All programs include a meaningful take-home component. Each day runs from 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM with a student showcase on Friday starting around 1:30 PM. Lunch program available at no additional cost. Before care ($10/day, 7:30-8:30 AM) and after care ($20/day, 3-5 PM) available. Scholarships available on tiered system based on family need.
Georgia Tech Savannah Campus
$60.00 - Program...
3/21/26
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Mar 25

What's In Your Soil?

Unlock the secrets beneath your feet in this hands-on workshop focused on understanding your soil. Participants will learn how to assess soil texture, structure, pH, and nutrient content using simple tests and tools. Discover how these factors affect plant health and growth, and gain practical tips for improving and maintaining healthy, productive soil in any garden setting. You'll learn about the soil triangle, the jar test and how to use at home test kits. Learning outcomes include identifying basic soil components, conducting at-home pH and nutrient tests, explaining how soil properties impact plant health, and applying strategies to improve soil quality.
Cape Fear Botanical Garden
$20.00 - $20 for...
3/25/26
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Mar 25

YHEP Plant Science and Gardening Education for ECTA HS

YHEP presents plant science and gardening education for the students of ECTA HS. Part of a series running through May 2026.
Clark County Extension Main Office
Free, must regis...
3/25/26
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Mar 26

Gardeners of Wake County 45th Azalea Sale

About 120 azalea varieties being sold for club programs and scholarships for NC State Horticulture students. Traditional single bloom evergreen azaleas from 2' to 10' tall. Deciduous or native scented azaleas. Multi-blooming Encores and Perfecto Mundos. Some native plants. 9am-6pm (Closed Sunday March 29, 2026).
Tobacco Pavilion
Free
3/26/26
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Mar 27

Boise Flower & Garden Show

29th Annual Boise Flower & Garden Show featuring educational seminars, spectacular bonsai displays, orchid sale, demonstrations, 100+ exhibits, and 50,000+ sq feet of ideas. Event runs March 27-29, 2026 with hours: Friday 10AM-6PM, Saturday 10AM-6PM, Sunday 10AM-4PM. Features include attending educational classes, getting advice from local experts, shopping for plants, bulbs, flowers, outdoor furniture, tools, and garden art.
Boise Centre
$10.00 - $10 - (...
3/27/26
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Mar 28

Cultivating Garden Ecosystems: LCMGA Spring Conference

Spring conference focused on cultivating garden ecosystems, organized by Lincoln County Master Gardener™ Association.
Samaritan Center for Health Education
Free
3/28/26
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Mar 28

Giant Pumpkin Grower's Spring Social

Come learn and share in the 'art' of growing giant pumpkins from the world's best growers. With a few special seeds and tips from those who know best, you could grow a giant pumpkin just like the pros! Lunch catered by the Pride of Laguna Creek Lions. Features panel Q&A session, seed giveaway, and prize raffle. Registration available online, in person at Cosumnes CSD customer service locations, or by phone.
Elk Grove Park Pavilion
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3/28/26
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Mar 28

Orchid Show and Sale

Featuring incredible orchid displays from local and regional vendors and growers, the 37th annual Greater Omaha Orchid Society's Orchid Show and Sale is one of the most anticipated events of the year. Whether you are an orchid enthusiast or just want to enjoy the effects of bright and fragrant florals at the end of winter, you will have the opportunity to see prime orchid specimens up close, ask experts about orchid care, and purchase your own plant from some of the best growers in the region. Prize-winning orchids are juried by experienced orchid judges sanctioned by the American Orchid Society. Runs March 28-29, 2026, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days.
Lauritzen Gardens - Omaha's Botanical Center
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3/28/26
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Apr 6

Homeschool: Powerful Plants

Learn why young vegetable plants thrive in containers and how proper care helps them grow strong and healthy. The program also introduces the 20 easiest vegetables to grow in pots, giving students the confidence and knowledge to start their own edible gardens - no backyard required. Ages 6+ This is a drop-off class. Please check in with Visitor Services and then meet in the classroom. Come dressed to explore outside.
The Garden
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4/6/26
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Apr 8

2026 Field to Fork Webinar Series - Safer Solutions: Natural Insecticides to Manage Garden Insects

Part of the eleventh annual Field to Fork webinar series. Experts from across the region will provide information about growing, preserving and preparing specialty-crop fruits and vegetables safely. Webinar recordings will be archived for later viewing.
Online
Free
4/8/26
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Apr 8

YHEP Plant Science and Gardening Education for ECTA HS

YHEP presents plant science and gardening education for the students of ECTA HS. Part of a series running through May 2026.
Clark County Extension Main Office
Free, must regis...
4/8/26
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Apr 9

Wild North Carolina Seminar

North Carolina is home to one of the most diverse plant populations in the United States, spanning from the misty peaks of the Blue Ridge Mountains to the unique 'Pocosin' wetlands of the coast. Wild North Carolina is a comprehensive seminar designed to reconnect you with the natural heritage of the Tar Heel State. We will move beyond the typical manicured lawn to explore the beauty and ecological necessity of our 4,000+ native species. Participants will learn why 'planting native' is the single most effective way to restore local ecosystems. Whether you have a sprawling rural property or a small urban balcony, this seminar provides the roadmap for creating a thriving, low-maintenance haven that celebrates the true spirit of the North Carolina landscape. Audience Target: All Ages, Parental supervision required for children under 10. Ideal for anyone looking to establish a native garden, or for those curious about what the North Carolina wilderness has to offer.
Virtual
$17.00 - Wild NC...
4/9/26
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Apr 16

2026 Annual Spring Plant Sale

Find the perfect plants for your container or garden spot! Choose from native plants, pollinators, old favorites, and hydrangeas. Volunteers and gardeners will be on hand to help with selections and to give advice about placement, care, and maintenance. Event runs Thursday, April 16 - 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Friday, April 17 - 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Aldridge Gardens
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4/16/26
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Apr 16

Annual Spring Plant Sale

Find the perfect plants for your container or garden spot! Choose from native plants, pollinators, old favorites, and hydrangeas. Volunteers and master gardeners will be on hand to help with selections and to give advice about placement, care, and maintenance. Event runs April 16-17, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. both days.
Aldridge Gardens
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4/16/26
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Apr 19

Lealman Farmers Market - Earth Day Celebration

Join us on Saturday, April 19th, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM for the Lealman Farmers Market as we celebrate National Garden Month with an Earth Day Celebration! Duration: 4 hours. Public event - Anyone on or off Facebook can attend.
Lealman
Free
4/19/26
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Apr 22

Earth Day Celebration

Join us for a beach clean-up, visit from a humpback whale, seed planting and more in celebration of beautiful planet Earth. Activities include: 10am-12pm Beach Clean-up at Laudholm Beach, 12-2pm Engaging Earth Activities (Pollinator Scavenger Hunt, Seed Planting with Maine Master Gardeners, Leaf Printing, Earth Pledges), and 1-2pm Within the Whale - an immersive experience inside a life-size inflatable humpback whale to learn about ocean ecosystems.
Laudholm Campus
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4/22/26
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