Italian-Inspired Garden Design Tour

Italian-Inspired Garden Design Tour

IN-PERSON LANDSCAPE DESIGN CLASS
A fountain garden with multiple polls and a central stone fountain
Scott Hummel

Dates & Prices

Saturday, June 20, 2026
8:00 am–5:00 pm


Fee: $209

Fee for Innovators, Gardens Preferred, and Gardens Premium Members: $188


This class is intended as an adult learning experience. Find out more about our Family Learning experiences.

Registrations may be cancelled up to two weeks before the event, and your registration fee, less a $30 processing fee, will be refunded. 

To notify us of your cancellation, email us or call 610-388-5454.

Register by June 11. 2026

Gardens Preferred, Gardens Premium Members and Innovators save on Continuing Education Courses

A 10% discount on classes will be applied automatically at the time of checkout. 

Travel first to Ladew Topiary Gardens in Monkton, MD before continuing on to Dumbarton Oaks in Washington DC, exploring formal terraces, sculpted greenery, and classical design elements inspired by the great gardens of Italy. Along the way, we’ll examine layout, proportion, and plant selection that define the Italianate tradition, with lunch included for a relaxed midday break.

Certificate Information

This is an elective course of our Landscape Design Certificate

Participants seeking elective credit may complete a related assignment to deepen their learning experience.

Location

Offsite, transportation included

Additional Information

Lunch will be provided.