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Little Garden, Big Impact: Native Plants for Small Spaces
Little Garden, Big Impact: Native Plants for Small Spaces
Discover how tiny garden spaces can provide ecological benefits with native plantsTHURSDAY, APRIL 18Little Garden, Big Impact: Native Plants for Small Spaces7:00 – 8:30 PMLaura Cruz, Garden Designer and HorticulturistSmall spaces can have a big impact! Discover how tiny spaces such as containers, pocket meadows, and mini woodlands can provide ecological benefits with native plants. From petite trees and shrubs to well-behaved perennials, learn what to select for your garden just in time for spring …
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The Garden Shop at Jenkins – Opening Day
The Garden Shop at Jenkins – Opening Day
The Garden Shop's outdoor nursery re-opens for the growing season on April 19 and will be open daily from 9 AM - 4 PM through October. With over 300 plants to choose from, including evergreen azaleas, deciduous azaleas, small trees, shrubs, houseplants, and numerous perennials for both shade and sun, The Garden Shop has something for everyone. Information cards will be on display for each plant providing a wealth of information such as site requirements, …
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Photo Walk
Photo Walk
Join us to capture the season!SATURDAY, APRIL 20Photo Walk9:00 – 11:00 AMLaura Ducceschi, Fine Art PhotographerCapture the season while learning about photography! An award-winning photographer will be your mentor and guide for a small group session. Stroll the gardens and photograph what inspires you while learning about light, background, and composition on the spot.Participants can use any kind of camera—from smartphones to DSLRs. Be sure to have a fully charged battery and storage space to …
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Bird Walk (4/22)
Bird Walk (4/22)
Come birding with Bonnie!MONDAY, APRIL 22Bird Walk7:45 – 8:45 AMBonnie Witmer, Birder and Visitor Services Associate, Jenkins Arboretum & GardensSearch for spring migratory birds, and explore various habitats including woodland, pond edge, and stream-side paths. Discover the GISS method to identify our feathered friends by recognizing the general impression, size, and shape of birds. Participants will learn to use their eyes, ears, and binoculars to find birds and other wildlife.Bring binoculars if you have them. …
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Tai Chi (4/24 – 5/29)
Tai Chi (4/24 – 5/29)
Join us for a 6-week outdoor Tai Chi seriesTai ChiWEDNESDAYS | 6-week series: 4/24 – 5/299:30 – 10:30 AMAimée Alegría Barry, Centaur Tai ChiTai Chi, a series of postures done slowly, promotes balance, flexibility, and strength. Learn the Tai Chi form, as well as the yin and yang principles that underlie this martial art. Tai Chi is known as a soft martial art because it emphasizes a calm mind and relaxed body. The beauty of …
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Peak Bloom Photography
Spring at Jenkins is the perfect time to photograph blooms - join us for a two-day workshop!Peak Bloom Photography2-day Workshop:FRIDAY, APRIL 26 | 6:00 – 8:00 PMSATURDAY, APRIL 27 | 8:00 AM – 12:00 PMLaura Ducceschi, Fine Art PhotographerSpring at Jenkins is the perfect time to photograph blooms with azaleas, rhododendrons, and flowering trees galore! Award-winning photographer Laura Ducceschi will illustrate some of the challenges and solutions to creating impactful floral photographs, including equipment, camera …
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Spring Volunteer Blitz
Spring Volunteer Blitz
Wrap up your Earth Week activities with a Hort. Blitz at Jenkins! Each year, we invite our community to join us as we continue the restoration efforts in our natural areas. For this year’s spring Hort. Blitz we will be tackling the colonies of garlic mustard in our Conservation Woodlands. Meet at the Education Center and then walk with the group to the Conservation Woodlands where we will be working. Wear sturdy shoes and bring …
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Children’s Yoga at the Garden (Ages 2–5)
Children’s Yoga at the Garden (Ages 2–5)
Introduce your little one to yoga and its many benefits.MONDAYS, 4-WEEK SERIESChildren’s Yoga at the Garden (Ages 2–5)4/29 – 5/20 | 10:00 – 10:45 AMLisa Schwarcz, Yoga Instructor and Pediatric Physical TherapistIntroduce your little one to yoga and its many benefits. We will use stories, imagination, props, and music to engage children in moving their bodies, exploring their breath, and calming their minds.Suitable for ages 2–5. Child-sized yoga mats will be provided. Adults must accompany …
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Plant Sale Weekend
Plant Sale Weekend
Plant Sale Weekend Opening Night Party & Pre-SaleFriday, May 3, 2024 Tickets required.General SaleSaturday, May 4 from 9 AM - 4 PMSunday, May 5 from 9 AM - 4 PMOpen to the public; tickets are not requiredJoin us at Jenkins for a special one-weekend only sale to shop for a wide selection of native trees, perennials, and shrubs. The sale will also feature rare and unusual rhododendrons and azaleas from our friends at the Delaware …
Plant Sale Weekend – Opening Night Party & Pre-Sale
Plant Sale Weekend – Opening Night Party & Pre-Sale
Plant Sale Weekend - Opening Night Party & Pre-Sale Opening Night Party & Pre-SaleFriday, May 3, 2024 Tickets required.General SaleSaturday, May 4 from 9 AM - 4 PMSunday, May 5 from 9 AM - 4 PMOpen to the public; tickets are not requiredJoin us at Jenkins for a special one-weekend only sale to shop for a wide selection of native trees, perennials, and shrubs. The sale will also feature rare and unusual rhododendrons and azaleas …