BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Bham Now - ECPv6.18.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://bhamnow.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Bham Now REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20270314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20271107T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261010T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261010T100000 DTSTAMP:20261006T205339Z CREATED:20261006T205339Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261006T205339Z UID:10105902-1791619200-1791626400@bhamnow.com SUMMARY:Volunteer Day at Avondale Park DESCRIPTION:This Saturday is our next volunteer day of Friends of Avondale Park. We will meet in the amphitheater and dedicate our time to plant some perennials\, sow native plant seeds and weed in the roundabout in front of the library\, around Big Miss Fancy and in the amphitheater. \nCome join us and bring your tools like trowels\, pruners or a watering can for the end! URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/volunteer-day-at-avondale-park/ LOCATION:Avondale Park\, Avondale Park\, Birmingham\, AL\, 35222\, United States CATEGORIES:Community,Garden,Volunteer Opportunity ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bhamnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/1000033365-scaled.jpg GEO:33.5217312;-86.7779253 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Avondale Park Avondale Park Birmingham AL 35222 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Avondale Park:geo:-86.7779253,33.5217312 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260827T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260827T120000 DTSTAMP:20260706T140948Z CREATED:20260529T052803Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T140948Z UID:10100358-1787828400-1787832000@bhamnow.com SUMMARY:Landscape Foundations: Selecting and Siting Trees and Shrubs DESCRIPTION:| \n \n \n\n\n\n Landscaping with trees and woody shrubs requires planning\, patience\, and an understanding of how plants grow over time\, some taking many years to reach their full beauty and impact. Join Bob Koons\, a familiar face both in the Kaul Wildflower Garden and at our plant sales\, as he discusses the selection\, environmental needs\, siting\, planting\, and maintenance of trees and shrubs. \nParticipants are invited to bring two or three photos of their yard for small group work. This is a chance to gain inspiration and practical guidance for your own landscape and to get a sneak peak of what will be available at our Fall Plant Sale! \nInstructor: Robert (Bob) Koons\nBob Koons has been a volunteer with Birmingham Botanical Gardens for nearly 10 years. Applying his background in architecture and love for the environment\, he has helped with multiple spaces such as the Japanese Garden and Kaul Wildflower Garden\, even creating a map of the many native plant species there. Passionate about educating people on plants and landscape design\, he has been leading the Trees and Shrubs volunteer growing group for the spring and fall plant sales since 2019. \nLocation: Adventure Classroom \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\nBecome a Member\n\n\n\nCancellation & Refund Policy\nRefunds (minus a $15 processing fee) will be given for Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens programs priced at $25 or more if notification is made at least 10 business days prior to class start date. (You are always welcome to send another person under your registration if you cannot attend.) Transfers may be made to programs of equal value at no additional fee. We reserve the right to cancel classes due to lack of participation or other unforeseen circumstances. Please note that programs are held rain or shine; in extreme weather conditions\, programs may be canceled for your safety and the safety of staff and volunteers. If we cancel a program for any of these reasons\, we will issue a full refund. \n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n Google Calendar \n \n\n \n iCalendar \n \n\n \n Outlook 365 \n \n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/landscape-foundations-selecting-and-siting-trees-and-shrubs/ CATEGORIES:Adult Classes,Education + Library,Fun,Garden,Study ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bhamnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/bob_koons_trees-PoxViX.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260808T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260809T160000 DTSTAMP:20260604T174621Z CREATED:20260604T174621Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T174621Z UID:10100360-1786183200-1786291200@bhamnow.com SUMMARY:PlantFest Expo - Birmingham DESCRIPTION:PlantFest Expo 2026 \nJoin us August 8–9 from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM at the Birmingham-Jefferson Convention Complex (BJCC) for PlantFest Expo\, the Southeast’s premier celebration of all things plants. \nDiscover rare and collector plants\, shop from unique botanical vendors\, explore plant-inspired experiences\, and connect with a thriving community of plant enthusiasts—all under one roof. \nWhether you’re a seasoned collector\, a new plant parent\, or simply looking for a fun weekend experience\, PlantFest Expo offers something for everyone. Browse specialty plant vendors\, meet growers and creators\, learn from industry experts\, and find your next favorite plant. \nVIP Ticket Holders receive early entry access for first access to rare plants and exclusive shopping opportunities before general admission opens. \nChildren ages 15 and under receive free admission when accompanied by a ticketed adult. \nEvent Details\n📅 August 8–9\, 2026\n⏰ 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM\n📍 Birmingham-Jefferson Convention Complex (BJCC)\n🌿 Rare Plants • Botanical Vendors • Plant Experiences • Community \nCome discover\, learn\, shop\, and celebrate the plant community at PlantFest Expo. URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/plantfest-expo-birmingham/ LOCATION:BJCC Exhibition Halls CATEGORIES:Botanical Creative Arts,Garden,Special Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bhamnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/BIRMINGHAM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260728T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260728T113000 DTSTAMP:20260706T140804Z CREATED:20260527T052506Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T140804Z UID:10100282-1785232800-1785238200@bhamnow.com SUMMARY:Cut Flower Arranging DESCRIPTION:| \n \n \n\n\n\nJoin us for a hands-on cut flower workshop. Allison Creel of Blue Rooster Farms will bring her best seasonal blooms. You’ll learn how to harvest\, condition\, and arrange flowers straight from their field.  She will also explain the farm’s transition from summer blooms to fall blooms and then discuss what they do to prep for cool season flowers. All materials are provided\, and you’ll leave with your own beautiful arrangement. This workshop is for all levels. Please bring your own snips. $35 supply fee included. \nInstructor: Allison Creel\nAllison\, along with her husband Kirk\, own Blue Rooster Farms\, a flower farm located in Shelby County—just down the road from Birmingham. They grow for designers\, special events\, weekly subscriptions and seasonal U-Pick workshops and experiences. There are 30 to 40 different varieties of flowers cultivated each year which means at any given time they have over 10\,000 plants in the ground. What is grown is planned at least a year in advance so there is enough time to order the seeds and prep the soil properly. All their flowers are nurtured with sustainable practices\, without the use of synthetic chemicals and always with their customers in mind. They are growing joy\, one flower at a time. \nLocation: Conference Room \n\n\n \n \nBecome a Friend of the Gardens and join us in our mission to protect\, nurture\, and share the wonders of Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Thank you for your support! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\nBecome a Member\n\n\n\nCancellation & Refund Policy\nRefunds (minus a $15 processing fee) will be given for Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens programs priced at $25 or more if notification is made at least 10 business days prior to class start date. (You are always welcome to send another person under your registration if you cannot attend.) Transfers may be made to programs of equal value at no additional fee. We reserve the right to cancel classes due to lack of participation or other unforeseen circumstances. Please note that programs are held rain or shine; in extreme weather conditions\, programs may be canceled for your safety and the safety of staff and volunteers. If we cancel a program for any of these reasons\, we will issue a full refund. \n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n Google Calendar \n \n\n \n iCalendar \n \n\n \n Outlook 365 \n \n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/cut-flower-arranging/ CATEGORIES:Adult Classes,Create,Education + Library,Fun,Garden ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bhamnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/cut_flowers-v1if6V.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260610T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260610T120000 DTSTAMP:20260318T024302Z CREATED:20260312T015503Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T024302Z UID:10092993-1781085600-1781092800@bhamnow.com SUMMARY:Daylily Gardening Master Series DESCRIPTION:| \n \n \n\n\n\nDiscover the remarkable world of daylilies in this three-week course led by experienced daylily grower Rene Holliman\, owner of Holliman Gardens. Each week will cover a different facet of this dynamic garden staple beginning with the history and anatomy of the modern daylily. \nIn the second week you will learn how to evaluate\, select\, and properly care for the daylilies in your garden. The course will finish with a discussion of soils\, amendments\, mulches and fertilizers. \nLocation: Hodges Room \nMarch Early-Bird Special: Save $10 when you register in the month of March! \n\n\n \n \nBecome a Friend of the Gardens and join us in our mission to protect\, nurture\, and share the wonders of Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Thank you for your support! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\nBecome a Member\n\n\n\nCancellation & Refund Policy\nRefunds (minus a $15 processing fee) will be given for Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens programs priced at $25 or more if notification is made at least 10 business days prior to class start date. (You are always welcome to send another person under your registration if you cannot attend.) Transfers may be made to programs of equal value at no additional fee. We reserve the right to cancel classes due to lack of participation or other unforeseen circumstances. Please note that programs are held rain or shine; in extreme weather conditions\, programs may be canceled for your safety and the safety of staff and volunteers. If we cancel a program for any of these reasons\, we will issue a full refund. \n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n Google Calendar \n \n\n \n iCalendar \n \n\n \n Outlook 365 \n \n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/daylily-gardening-master-series-2/ CATEGORIES:Adult Classes,Education + Library,Fun,Garden,Study ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bhamnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/c7260bca-01b2-4d5d-a9ca-8645e3aa9df3-IB1j5b.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260603T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260603T120000 DTSTAMP:20260603T052302Z CREATED:20260305T012801Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T052302Z UID:10092834-1780480800-1780488000@bhamnow.com SUMMARY:Daylily Gardening Master Series DESCRIPTION:#image-595 + picture img {\n –focal-point: 50% 50%;\n } \n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n | \n \n \n\n\n\nDiscover the remarkable world of daylilies in this three-week course led by experienced daylily grower Rene Holliman\, owner of Holliman Gardens. Each week will cover a different facet of this dynamic garden staple beginning with the history and anatomy of the modern daylily. \nIn the second week you will learn how to evaluate\, select\, and properly care for the daylilies in your garden. The course will finish with a discussion of soils\, amendments\, mulches\, and fertilizers. \nInstructor: Rene Holliman\nWith both professional and lived experience in horticulture\, Rene Holliman is a 35-year veteran of the school of “learn as you grow gardening.” Renee Holliman and her husband\, Len\, own and operate a farm just outside of Gordo in Pickens County\, Alabama. Today they grow and sell more than 800 varieties of daylilies at their home-hobby garden\, Holliman Gardens. \nThis is an event package\, meaning the registration includes all three classes on June 3\, 10\, and 17 | 10 a.m.–noon \nLocation: Hodges Room \n\n\n \n \nBecome a Friend of the Gardens and join us in our mission to protect\, nurture\, and share the wonders of Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Thank you for your support! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\nBecome a Member\n\n\n\nCancellation & Refund Policy\nRefunds (minus a $15 processing fee) will be given for Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens programs priced at $25 or more if notification is made at least 10 business days prior to class start date. (You are always welcome to send another person under your registration if you cannot attend.) Transfers may be made to programs of equal value at no additional fee. We reserve the right to cancel classes due to lack of participation or other unforeseen circumstances. Please note that programs are held rain or shine; in extreme weather conditions\, programs may be canceled for your safety and the safety of staff and volunteers. If we cancel a program for any of these reasons\, we will issue a full refund. \n\n\n\n\n\n \n Add to calendar \n\n\n\n \n Google Calendar \n \n\n \n iCalendar \n \n\n \n Outlook 365 \n \n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/daylily-gardening-master-series/ CATEGORIES:Adult Classes,Education + Library,Fun,Garden,Study ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bhamnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/c7260bca-01b2-4d5d-a9ca-8645e3aa9df3-IB1j5b.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260521T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260521T120000 DTSTAMP:20260521T052401Z CREATED:20260228T013006Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T052401Z UID:10092771-1779361200-1779364800@bhamnow.com SUMMARY:Rooted in Roses: The Journey to Beautiful Blooms DESCRIPTION:| \n \n \n\n\n\nKnown to many as America’s Favorite Rose Gardener or the Redneck Rosarian\, Chris VanCleave has spent decades with dirt under his nails and passion in his heart\, growing roses that inspire beauty and connection. In this presentation Chris will introduce the fundamentals of rose care tailored for Alabama’s climate. \nAttendees will learn how to select the right varieties\, prepare soil\, water and fertilize effectively\, prune for healthy growth\, and manage seasonal challenges. \nPerfect for beginners and seasoned gardeners\, this session provides practical tips to help your roses thrive and bloom beautifully year after year. \nLocation: Hodges Room \nInstructor: Chris VanCleave \nChris VanCleave isn’t just a gardener; he’s a storyteller\, teacher\, and tireless champion for the world’s most beloved flower: the rose. Known to many as “America’s Favorite Rose Gardener\,” Chris has spent decades with dirt under his nails and passion in his heart\, growing roses that inspire beauty and connection. \nWhether he’s tending blooms in his Alabama garden\, speaking to a crowd\, or sharing tips online\, Chris’s mission is simple—to help more people discover the joy\, wonder\, and history wrapped up in every rose petal. For him\, growing roses isn’t just about flowers…it’s about nurturing something that brings people together\, stirs memories\, and brightens the everyday.  \n\n\n \n \nBecome a Friend of the Gardens and join us in our mission to protect\, nurture\, and share the wonders of Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Thank you for your support! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\nBecome a Member\n\n\n\nCancellation & Refund Policy\nRefunds (minus a $15 processing fee) will be given for Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens programs priced at $25 or more if notification is made at least 10 business days prior to class start date. (You are always welcome to send another person under your registration if you cannot attend.) Transfers may be made to programs of equal value at no additional fee. We reserve the right to cancel classes due to lack of participation or other unforeseen circumstances. Please note that programs are held rain or shine; in extreme weather conditions\, programs may be canceled for your safety and the safety of staff and volunteers. If we cancel a program for any of these reasons\, we will issue a full refund. \n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n Google Calendar \n \n\n \n iCalendar \n \n\n \n Outlook 365 \n \n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/rooted-in-roses-the-journey-to-beautiful-blooms/ CATEGORIES:Education + Library,Fun,Garden ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bhamnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Rooted_in_roses2-apDc8m.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260414T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260414T113000 DTSTAMP:20260414T050402Z CREATED:20260227T012510Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T050402Z UID:10092761-1776160800-1776166200@bhamnow.com SUMMARY:Embracing Natives: The Benefits of Native Landscaping in an Urban Environment DESCRIPTION:| \n \n \n\n\n\nLearn about the many benefits that native plants offer both to the urban gardener and to the wildlife that rely on them in this multi-faceted presentation by Isabelle Bracewell with the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources. Isabelle will highlight native plants that are easy to install and discuss how to create urban spaces that are both beautiful and ecologically functional. \nAs a part of this program the group will explore various spaces where natives are cultivated with the Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Garden paths in select areas are uneven. Comfortable shoes are suggested.  \nLocation: Adventure Classroom \nInstructor: Isabelle Bracewell\nIsabelle Bracewell is the Assistant R3 Coordinator for the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources. She has worked as a natural resource preservation specialist for the National Park Service\, a restoration ecologist for several conservation nonprofits\, both in Georgia and Alabama\, and an urban forestry specialist. Isabelle now works to promote conservation education\, landscape-level restoration\, and hunting heritage across the state of Alabama and the Southeastern region. She holds an undergraduate degree from Emory University and a master’s degree in natural resources from Auburn University. \n\n\n \n \nBecome a Friend of the Gardens and join us in our mission to protect\, nurture\, and share the wonders of Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Thank you for your support! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\nBecome a Member\n\n\n\nCancellation & Refund Policy\nRefunds (minus a $15 processing fee) will be given for Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens programs priced at $25 or more if notification is made at least 10 business days prior to class start date. (You are always welcome to send another person under your registration if you cannot attend.) Transfers may be made to programs of equal value at no additional fee. We reserve the right to cancel classes due to lack of participation or other unforeseen circumstances. Please note that programs are held rain or shine; in extreme weather conditions\, programs may be canceled for your safety and the safety of staff and volunteers. If we cancel a program for any of these reasons\, we will issue a full refund. \n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n Google Calendar \n \n\n \n iCalendar \n \n\n \n Outlook 365 \n \n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/embracing-native-the-benefits-of-native-landscaping-in-an-urban-environment/ CATEGORIES:Adult Classes,Fun,Garden,Restore ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bhamnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/embracing_natives-JFLwr5.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260410T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260410T113000 DTSTAMP:20260410T051340Z CREATED:20260227T012506Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T051340Z UID:10092760-1775815200-1775820600@bhamnow.com SUMMARY:Spring Container Gardening DESCRIPTION:| \n \n \n\n\n\nCreate a beautiful spring container garden to take home in this hands-on workshop with Gardens’ Horticulturist Terry Phillips. You will learn about standout plants for spring containers and simple care tips\, then design your own planter using the classic “filler\, thriller\, spiller” approach. Please bring your garden gloves! $35 supply fee included. \nInstructor: Terry Phillips\nTerry Phillips serves as the new horticulturist for Kaul Wildflower Garden. He jokes that before he began studying ecology and working at various nurseries around Birmingham\, he could probably identify only poison ivy\, thanks to his Boy Scout training. He has since worked at Andy’s Creekside Nursery\, Shoppe\, and Leaf & Petal. These experiences transformed his “plant-blindness” by helping him become knowledgeable and appreciative of plants. “Native flora and ecology are something I care deeply about\, and getting to work in the Kaul Wildflower Garden is definitely a dream job!” he said. \nLocation: Adventure Classroom \n\n\n \n \nBecome a Friend of the Gardens and join us in our mission to protect\, nurture\, and share the wonders of Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Thank you for your support! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\nBecome a Member\n\n\n\nCancellation & Refund Policy\nRefunds (minus a $15 processing fee) will be given for Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens programs priced at $25 or more if notification is made at least 10 business days prior to class start date. (You are always welcome to send another person under your registration if you cannot attend.) Transfers may be made to programs of equal value at no additional fee. We reserve the right to cancel classes due to lack of participation or other unforeseen circumstances. Please note that programs are held rain or shine; in extreme weather conditions\, programs may be canceled for your safety and the safety of staff and volunteers. If we cancel a program for any of these reasons\, we will issue a full refund. \n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n Google Calendar \n \n\n \n iCalendar \n \n\n \n Outlook 365 \n \n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/spring-container-gardening/ CATEGORIES:Adult Classes,Education + Library,Fun,Garden ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bhamnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/container_gardening-3y3Lib.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260402T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260402T120000 DTSTAMP:20260402T024902Z CREATED:20260227T012502Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T024902Z UID:10092759-1775127600-1775131200@bhamnow.com SUMMARY:Got Sun? Grow Food! DESCRIPTION:| \n \n \n\n\n\nThink you need a big backyard to grow vegetables? Think again! Learn how to grow fresh veggies in any sunny spot—from suburban gardens to patios and balconies. Advanced Master Gardener Karen Mitchell will discuss how to choose the best vegetables for your space and inspire you with easy\, rewarding options for a spring and summer garden. Perfect for beginners and small-space gardeners. \nLocation: Adventure Classroom \nInstructor: Karen Mitchell\nKaren Mitchell retired from AT&T in 2008 after 31 years. She was certified as a Master Gardener in 2009\, and her first project was spearheading the initial planting of the Hand in Hand Children’s Garden at United Ability of Birmingham. She is very interested in growing vegetables (where sun permits) in small spaces\, in raised beds\, or any container she deems fit. In past years\, Karen chaired the vegetable booth at the Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens’ Spring Plant Sale\, and deems herself a vegetable gardening evangelist. Karen also loves hydrangeas and is the past president of the Alabama Hydrangea Society. Concerns for watering hydrangeas and other plants during drought motivated her to install hose-end irrigation tubing with adjustable emitters to water plants at their base. \n\n\n \n \nBecome a Friend of the Gardens and join us in our mission to protect\, nurture\, and share the wonders of Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Thank you for your support! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\nBecome a Member\n\n\n\nCancellation & Refund Policy\nRefunds (minus a $15 processing fee) will be given for Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens programs priced at $25 or more if notification is made at least 10 business days prior to class start date. (You are always welcome to send another person under your registration if you cannot attend.) Transfers may be made to programs of equal value at no additional fee. We reserve the right to cancel classes due to lack of participation or other unforeseen circumstances. Please note that programs are held rain or shine; in extreme weather conditions\, programs may be canceled for your safety and the safety of staff and volunteers. If we cancel a program for any of these reasons\, we will issue a full refund. \n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n Google Calendar \n \n\n \n iCalendar \n \n\n \n Outlook 365 \n \n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/got-sun-grow-food/ CATEGORIES:Adult Classes,Education + Library,Fun,Garden ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bhamnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/got_sun_grow_food-vCCHKz.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260324T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260324T120000 DTSTAMP:20260324T023703Z CREATED:20260227T012407Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T023703Z UID:10092758-1774350000-1774353600@bhamnow.com SUMMARY:Aromi Azaleas – Bred for Alabama’s Climate DESCRIPTION:| \n \n \n\n\n\nAround 1970\, Mobile native Dr. Eugene Aromi set out to produce superior blooming azalea hybrids that could stand up to Alabama’s heat and humidity. \nIn pursuit of his goal\, Dr. Aromi carried out over 1\,000 crosses and evaluated over 50\,000 plants—of which he selected just over 100 to be named. Presented by Advanced Master Gardener David Doggett\, this program will review the history of hybridizing azaleas and share beautiful photos of Dr. Aromi’s life work.  \nLocation: Adventure Classroom \n\n\n \n \nBecome a Friend of the Gardens and join us in our mission to protect\, nurture\, and share the wonders of Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Thank you for your support! \n\n\n\n\nRegister\nBecome a member\n\nCancellation & Refund Policy\nRefunds (minus a $15 processing fee) will be given for Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens programs priced at $25 or more if notification is made at least 10 business days prior to class start date. (You are always welcome to send another person under your registration if you cannot attend.) Transfers may be made to programs of equal value at no additional fee. We reserve the right to cancel classes due to lack of participation or other unforeseen circumstances. Please note that programs are held rain or shine; in extreme weather conditions\, programs may be canceled for your safety and the safety of staff and volunteers. If we cancel a program for any of these reasons\, we will issue a full refund. \n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n Google Calendar \n \n\n \n iCalendar \n \n\n \n Outlook 365 \n \n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/aromi-azaleas-bred-for-alabamas-climate/ CATEGORIES:Adult Classes,Education + Library,Fun,Garden ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bhamnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/aromi_Mauvilla_Gold-vNqArj.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260317T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260317T113000 DTSTAMP:20260317T021703Z CREATED:20260205T003703Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T021703Z UID:10092068-1773741600-1773747000@bhamnow.com SUMMARY:St. Patrick’s Day Dish Gardening DESCRIPTION:#image-595 + picture img {\n –focal-point: 50% 50%;\n } \n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n | \n \n \n\n\n\nJoin Allison Creel of Blue Rooster Farms to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in this indoor gardening workshop. Participants will each create a seasonal dish garden to take home using a selection of hardy indoor plants\, spring bulbs\, and some wee surprises. Allison will give pointers for keeping your indoor plants at their best. Perfect for beginners and plant lovers alike—no green thumb required. All materials provided. $35 supply fee included.  \nLocation: Outdoor Classroom  \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n\nRegister\nBecome a member\n\nCancellation & Refund Policy\nRefunds (minus a $15 processing fee) will be given for Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens programs priced at $25 or more if notification is made at least 10 business days prior to class start date. (You are always welcome to send another person under your registration if you cannot attend.) Transfers may be made to programs of equal value at no additional fee. We reserve the right to cancel classes due to lack of participation or other unforeseen circumstances. Please note that programs are held rain or shine; in extreme weather conditions\, programs may be canceled for your safety and the safety of staff and volunteers. If we cancel a program for any of these reasons\, we will issue a full refund. \n\n\n\n\n\n \n Add to calendar \n\n\n\n \n Google Calendar \n \n\n \n iCalendar \n \n\n \n Outlook 365 \n \n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/st-patricks-day-dish-gardening/ CATEGORIES:Adult Classes,Education + Library,Fun,Garden ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bhamnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/dish_garden_hires-w0jO74.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260307T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260307T160000 DTSTAMP:20260218T181045Z CREATED:20260218T181045Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T181045Z UID:10092284-1772888400-1772899200@bhamnow.com SUMMARY:4th Annual Mushroom Log Inoculation Workshop DESCRIPTION:Earlybird Special: $10 off tickets purchased by February 21st!!\nGrow your own Shiitake and Oyster mushrooms! This workshop will equip you with the knowledge and skills to inoculate and care for your logs\, harvest your mushrooms\, learn cullinary uses\, medicinal benefits and more! \nThis is a hands on workshop\, with all materials provided. Each participant will drill\, inoculate and wax their own log to take home. \nAdditional Shiitake and Oyster logs may be purchased for a discounted cost of $15 per log at the workshop. With proper care\, mushroom logs should give you multiple flushes for a few years. \nWe may also have some plants and tree cuttings available for purchase the day of the event. Cash preferred\, Venmo and Cash App are accepted. \nAn email will be sent prior to the workshop to attendees with more detailed information about the workshop\, parking\, etc. \n***If you are unable to attend the workshop but would like to purchase a log\, a limited number of Shiitake and Oyster logs will be available for $20 each. DM us for more info. \nWorkshop is hosted by Birmingham Eastside EcoGardens URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/4th-annual-mushroom-log-inoculation-workshop/ LOCATION:Birmingham Eastside EcoGardens\, 601 West Blvd\, Birmingham\, AL\, 35206\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult Classes,Community,Educational,EDUCATIONAL EVENT,Events,Fun Outside,Fundraiser,Garden,Gardening,Gardening Classes,Health,Health and Wellness,In-Person Events,Local Events,Nature,Special Event,Sustainability,Wellness,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bhamnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/IMG_2340-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260227T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260227T143000 DTSTAMP:20260227T011902Z CREATED:20251221T102101Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T011902Z UID:10088793-1772197200-1772202600@bhamnow.com SUMMARY:The Foundations of Japanese Garden Design DESCRIPTION:| \n \n \n\n\n\nJoin Friends’ horticulturist Julia Adams for a guided stroll through the Japanese Garden and discover the design principles that have shaped these timeless landscapes for centuries. You will learn how elements like water\, stone\, and plants work together to create harmony in the landscape. \n\n\n\n\n\nINSTRUCTOR: Julia Adams\nJulia Adams is the FBBG horticulturist for the Japanese Garden. She graduated from the University of Tennessee with a degree in hospitality and tourism management aswell as a degree in plant sciences\, concentrating in public horticulture. Previously\, she served as an intern at Denver Botanic Gardens where she worked closely with the director of the Japanese Garden and the bonsai horticulturist. She also served at Hesler Biology Greenhouses and volunteered at UT Gardens in Knoxville. \n\n\nLocation: Japanese Garden \n\n\n \n \nBecome a Friend of the Gardens and join us in our mission to protect\, nurture\, and share the wonders of Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Thank you for your support! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\nbecome a member\n\n\n\nCancellation & Refund Policy\nRefunds (minus a $15 processing fee) will be given for Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens programs priced at $25 or more if notification is made at least 10 business days prior to class start date. (You are always welcome to send another person under your registration if you cannot attend.) Transfers may be made to programs of equal value at no additional fee. We reserve the right to cancel classes due to lack of participation or other unforeseen circumstances. Please note that programs are held rain or shine; in extreme weather conditions\, programs may be canceled for your safety and the safety of staff and volunteers. If we cancel a program for any of these reasons\, we will issue a full refund. \n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n Google Calendar \n \n\n \n iCalendar \n \n\n \n Outlook 365 \n \n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/the-foundations-of-japanese-garden-design/ CATEGORIES:Adult Classes,Education + Library,Fun,Garden,Study ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bhamnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/japanese_garden_bridge-TS5Rek.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260218T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260218T120000 DTSTAMP:20260217T004902Z CREATED:20251221T101807Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T004902Z UID:10088792-1771412400-1771416000@bhamnow.com SUMMARY:Growing an Affordable Garden DESCRIPTION:| \n \n \n\n\n\nGardening supplies and materials can often be a steep investment. In this class you will learn how to grow a beautiful\, thriving vegetable garden without breaking the bank! Alabama Cooperative Extension Agent Bethany O’Rear will introduce simple money-saving methods along with her tried-and-true tips for growing vegetables at home. Perfect for gardeners of all levels looking to grow more while spending less. \n\n\n\n\n\nINSTRUCTOR: Bethany O’Rear\nBethany O’Rear is an extension agent at Alabama Cooperative Extension System (ACES) specializing in home horticulture and commercial landscaping. She earned her bachelor’s degree in ornamental horticulture at Auburn University and has been an extension agent for 15 years. She also appears on WBRC 6 News for “Ask the Gardener” segments. \n\n\nLocation: Adventure Classroom \n\n\n \n \nBecome a Friend of the Gardens and join us in our mission to protect\, nurture\, and share the wonders of Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Thank you for your support! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\nbecome a member\n\n\n\nCancellation & Refund Policy\nRefunds (minus a $15 processing fee) will be given for Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens programs priced at $25 or more if notification is made at least 10 business days prior to class start date. (You are always welcome to send another person under your registration if you cannot attend.) Transfers may be made to programs of equal value at no additional fee. We reserve the right to cancel classes due to lack of participation or other unforeseen circumstances. Please note that programs are held rain or shine; in extreme weather conditions\, programs may be canceled for your safety and the safety of staff and volunteers. If we cancel a program for any of these reasons\, we will issue a full refund. \n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n Google Calendar \n \n\n \n iCalendar \n \n\n \n Outlook 365 \n \n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/growing-an-affordable-garden/ CATEGORIES:Adult Classes,Education + Library,Fun,Garden,Study ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bhamnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/affordable_gardening-Xujc8x.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260210T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260210T120000 DTSTAMP:20260207T003402Z CREATED:20251221T101804Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260207T003402Z UID:10088791-1770721200-1770724800@bhamnow.com SUMMARY:Planting for Our Future: A Homeowner’s Guide to Ecological Gardening DESCRIPTION:| \n \n \n\n\n\nLearn how native plants can transform your yard into a thriving habitat that supports pollinators\, birds\, and the larger food web. Join Sarah Wolak\, co-owner of Nemophily Natives in Auburn\, as she shares the ecological benefits of planting natives and offers practical tips for incorporating them in a beautiful\, life-supporting home landscape. \n\n\n\n\n\nINSTRUCTOR: Sarah Wolak\nSarah Wolak is the co-owner of Nemophily Natives\, a plant business that focuses on native plants in Auburn\, Alabama. Sarah earned her degree in wildlife ecology & conservation from the University of Florida. After time spent as a field biologist and graduate student\, she began growing native plants. She moved to Auburn after a 4-year stint in Scotland and learned how to propagate native plants. \n\n\nLocation: Adventure Classroom \n\n\n \n \nBecome a Friend of the Gardens and join us in our mission to protect\, nurture\, and share the wonders of Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Thank you for your support! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\nbecome a member\n\n\n\nCancellation & Refund Policy\nRefunds (minus a $15 processing fee) will be given for Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens programs priced at $25 or more if notification is made at least 10 business days prior to class start date. (You are always welcome to send another person under your registration if you cannot attend.) Transfers may be made to programs of equal value at no additional fee. We reserve the right to cancel classes due to lack of participation or other unforeseen circumstances. Please note that programs are held rain or shine; in extreme weather conditions\, programs may be canceled for your safety and the safety of staff and volunteers. If we cancel a program for any of these reasons\, we will issue a full refund. \n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n Google Calendar \n \n\n \n iCalendar \n \n\n \n Outlook 365 \n \n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/planting-for-our-future-a-homeowners-guide-to-ecological-gardening/ CATEGORIES:Adult Classes,Education + Library,Fun,Garden,Study ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bhamnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/BBG_GYC_June2021_407-i5WEQc.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260206T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260206T120000 DTSTAMP:20260206T003402Z CREATED:20251116T044204Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T003402Z UID:10088198-1770375600-1770379200@bhamnow.com SUMMARY:Basics of Backyard Composting DESCRIPTION:| \n \n \n\n\n\nLearn how to turn kitchen scraps and yard waste into rich\, healthy compost for your garden. Alabama Urban Extension Agent Bronson Lubresky will cover composting basics\, troubleshooting tips\, and practical techniques to create nutrient-packed soil right in your backyard. Perfect for gardeners looking to reduce waste and boost garden health naturally. \n\n\n\n\n\nINSTRUCTOR: Bronson Lubresky\nBronson Lubresky is an urban regional extension agent for Alabama Cooperative Extension System (ACES). He graduated from Auburn University with a degree innursery and greenhouse management and horticultural science. Previously\, he was a crop production specialist for O’o Farms in Maui\, Hawaii. He is also a certified arborist. \n\n\nLocation: Adventure Classroom & Bruno Vegetable Garden \n\n\n \n \nBecome a Friend of the Gardens and join us in our mission to protect\, nurture\, and share the wonders of Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Thank you for your support! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\nbecome a member\n\n\n\nCancellation & Refund Policy\nRefunds (minus a $15 processing fee) will be given for Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens programs priced at $25 or more if notification is made at least 10 business days prior to class start date. (You are always welcome to send another person under your registration if you cannot attend.) Transfers may be made to programs of equal value at no additional fee. We reserve the right to cancel classes due to lack of participation or other unforeseen circumstances. Please note that programs are held rain or shine; in extreme weather conditions\, programs may be canceled for your safety and the safety of staff and volunteers. If we cancel a program for any of these reasons\, we will issue a full refund. \n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n Google Calendar \n \n\n \n iCalendar \n \n\n \n Outlook 365 \n \n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/basics-of-backyard-composting/ CATEGORIES:Adult Classes,Education + Library,Fun,Garden,Study ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bhamnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/bronson_compost-xrSTug.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260120T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260120T120000 DTSTAMP:20260120T003501Z CREATED:20251116T043911Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T003501Z UID:10088196-1768905000-1768910400@bhamnow.com SUMMARY:Hydrangea Winter Pruning & Propagation DESCRIPTION:| \n \n \n\n\n\nPanicle and smooth hydrangeas are the two hydrangea species that bloom on new wood and benefit from annual late winter pruning. The pruning methods for these species differ\, each tailored to achieve optimal plant form and maximum blooms. Advanced Master Gardener David Doggett returns to the Gardens to lead a hands-on workshop that will demonstrate the different pruning techniques and explain how plant stems removed in the pruning process can be prepared as hardwood cuttings for easy propagation of these hydrangeas. Participants will take home a 6-pack of hydrangea cuttings they have prepared themselves. Bring your pruners; other supplies will be provided. \n\n\n\n\n\nINSTRUCTOR: David Doggett \nA Jefferson County Master Gardener since 2010\, David Doggett serves as the President of the Alabama Hydrangea Society and gives guided tours of Aldridge Gardens. David is an advanced master gardener skilled in hydrangea propagation as well as Japanese maple grafting. \n\n\nLocation: Adventure Classroom \n\n\n \n \nBecome a Friend of the Gardens and join us in our mission to protect\, nurture\, and share the wonders of Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Thank you for your support! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\nbecome a member\n\n\n\nCancellation & Refund Policy\nRefunds (minus a $15 processing fee) will be given for Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens programs priced at $25 or more if notification is made at least 10 business days prior to class start date. (You are always welcome to send another person under your registration if you cannot attend.) Transfers may be made to programs of equal value at no additional fee. We reserve the right to cancel classes due to lack of participation or other unforeseen circumstances. Please note that programs are held rain or shine; in extreme weather conditions\, programs may be canceled for your safety and the safety of staff and volunteers. If we cancel a program for any of these reasons\, we will issue a full refund. \n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n Google Calendar \n \n\n \n iCalendar \n \n\n \n Outlook 365 \n \n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/hydrangea-winter-pruning-propagation/ CATEGORIES:Adult Classes,Education + Library,Fun,Garden,Study ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bhamnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Winter-Website-Cover-Photos-hZhCIW.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260115T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260115T120000 DTSTAMP:20260115T003401Z CREATED:20251116T043905Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T003401Z UID:10088195-1768471200-1768478400@bhamnow.com SUMMARY:Dried Floral Wreath-Making Workshop DESCRIPTION:| \n \n \n\n\n\nDried flowers are enjoying a renaissance in design and crafts. Immune to winter’s chill and the fading of the growing season\, they bring warmth\, texture\, and a touch of wild beauty to your home. Join Tanis Clifton from Happy Trails Flower Farm as she discusses her process for drying botanicals and demonstrates how to use dried flowers to create charming winter arrangements and wreaths that last all season long. Each guest will design a one-of-a-kind wreath using a 6-inch grapevine base\, thoughtfully adorned with a selection of Tanis’s hand-dried flowers and foliage. All materials provided. No experience needed! \nWhat to expect: \n• A brief introduction to growing and preserving flowers and foliage.• Step-by-step guidance on designing and assembling your mini wreath. • Tips on working with dried flowers for a lasting and elegant design.• A fun\, relaxed environment to explore your creativity for any occasion. \n\n\n\n\n\nINSTRUCTOR: Tanis Clifton\nA first-generation floral farmer\, Tanis Clifton (left) is the co-owner of Happy Trails Flower Farm. Located in northeast Mississippi\, the farm specializes in growing flowers for floral designers\, specialty shops\, special events\, and for sale at Pepper Place Farmers Market. Tanis grows hundreds of varieties of foliage\, flowers\, cotton\, pods\, and other botanical elements throughout the year. \n\n\nLocation: Adventure Classroom \n\n\n \n \nBecome a Friend of the Gardens and join us in our mission to protect\, nurture\, and share the wonders of Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Thank you for your support! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\nbecome a member\n\n\n\nCancellation & Refund Policy\nRefunds (minus a $15 processing fee) will be given for Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens programs priced at $25 or more if notification is made at least 10 business days prior to class start date. (You are always welcome to send another person under your registration if you cannot attend.) Transfers may be made to programs of equal value at no additional fee. We reserve the right to cancel classes due to lack of participation or other unforeseen circumstances. Please note that programs are held rain or shine; in extreme weather conditions\, programs may be canceled for your safety and the safety of staff and volunteers. If we cancel a program for any of these reasons\, we will issue a full refund. \n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n \n Google Calendar \n \n\n \n iCalendar \n \n\n \n Outlook 365 \n \n\n \n Outlook Live URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/hand-dried-floral-wreath-making-workshop/ CATEGORIES:Adult Classes,Education + Library,Fun,Garden,Restore ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bhamnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Caring-for-Gardening-Tools-1-brC94z.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR