Discover the amazing natural history and biology of native waspsTHURSDAY, JUNE 20Native Predatory Wasps: Their Role as Pollinators and Beneficial Insects7:00 – 8:30 PMHeather Holm, Pollinator Conservationist and AuthorDiverse, flower-rich landscapes provide critical habitat for predatory wasps to consume flower nectar and hunt for insects (and spiders) to feed their offspring. Discover the amazing natural history and biology of native wasps. Learn about their nesting habitat, prey specificity, and the ecosystem services—including pest insect population …

Join us for the opening reception of Seeking Art in Nature: Photography by David Hucker on Sunday, June 23 from 2 - 4 PM. All are welcome; registration is not required. Seeking Art in Nature explores the innate beauty of the natural world. This exhibition of photographs by David Hucker shines a spotlight on artful moments created by light, form, and color in the garden. Following a career as an arborist, David Hucker has taken his …

Explore Jenkins in a new way with a golf cart tour!WEDNESDAYS, APRIL 10 – JUNE 26Golf Cart Garden Tours11:00 – 11:45 AMJenkins Arboretum & Gardens StaffExplore Jenkins in a new way! Golf cart tours are a great option for those who want to enjoy the beauty of the gardens while avoiding the challenges of our sloping terrain. This guided tour will feature seasonal garden highlights, a behind-the-scenes visit to the apiary and research nursery, and …