Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens

Join Maddison Perzel, Head Horticulturist, as she walks through a year at Jenkins, highlighting gardening tasks for each month.A Year in the Life of a Jenkins Gardener: A Month by Month GuideSunday, February 2 from 2:00 – 3:30 pm(Snow date: Sunday, February 9)Presented by Maddison Perzel, Head Horticulturist at Jenkins Arboretum & GardensHave you ever wondered, “What should I be doing right now in my garden? When is the best time to prune, mulch, or …

Calling all kids! Uncover the magic of the winter garden as we explore evergreen plants.Magic in the Winter Garden: Nature Exploration for KidsSunday, January 26 from 2:00 - 3:30 pmPresented by Helen Standen, Greenhouse and Nursery Manager at Jenkins Arboretum & GardensUncover the magic of the winter garden as we explore evergreen plants. Starting in the John J. Willaman Education Center, we will closely examine needle, scale, and broad leaves. Then, dressed in our warmest …

Learn tips and tricks to successfully sow native seeds to add to your home landscape. Techniques for Native Seed Propagation Saturday, January 25 from 10:00 am- 12:00 pm Presented by Alice Doering, Landscape Designer, and Helen Standen, Nursery and Greenhouse Manager at Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens Come in out of the cold to learn some tips and tricks to successfully sow seeds. We will cover a variety of seed starting techniques including winter sowing, leaching, …