Symposia
Woody Plant Conference
Friday, July 17, 2009
A one-day symposium sponsored by Longwood Gardens, Scott Arboretum, Chanticleer, PHS, Tyler Arboretum, and Morris Arboretum. Held at Scott Arboretum. Brochures available in April. Visit www.woodyplantconference.org for more information.
Perennial Plant Conference
Friday, October 16, 2009
A one-day symposium sponsored by Longwood Gardens, Scott Arboretum, Hardy Plant Society, Chanticleer, and PHS. Held at Scott Arboretum. Brochures available in June. Visit www.perennialplantconference.org for more information.
WAFA –World Association of Floral Arrangers
Wednesday, October 14–Saturday, October 17, 2009
The United States will host the World Association of Flower Arrangers (WAFA). Organization members will come to Longwood Gardens on their Pre-Tour, “Excursion Botanicus.” Sixty floral designers from 31 countries will create displays in the Longwood Conservatory for an adventure entitled “American Exploration.” The floral designs will feature plant material from across America and creatively express the diverse climates and horticulture in the United States.
The Buds and the Bees
Pollination & the Secret Lives of Plants
Join us for our year-long changing exhibit, which delves into the sights, sounds and science of pollination.
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Photography Bugs
Saturdays, August 15 & 22; 8:00 am to 12:00 pm
Focus on nature and the season's abundant pollinators in this hands-on digital photography workshop instructed by a professional nature photographer.
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Healthy Habitat Designs
Thursdays, August 20-September 3; 5:00 to 7:00 pm
Explore the characteristics of a healthy habitat in this three-part course.
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2009 Continuing Education Course Catalog
The 2009 course catalog is here! Call 610-388-1000 ext. 559 to be added to the catalog mailing list. Be sure to register early--many classes sell out.
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