2026 Spencer Lecture Flowering Outdoors: Gardens & Parties | The Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens is excited to welcome Margot Shaw as the special guest speaker for our annual Spencer Lecture. Margot is the founder and editor-in-chief of FLOWER Magazine. Now in…
Join the Japan-America Society of Alabama and the Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens in celebrating the Cherry Blossom Festival! This family-friendly event will feature cultural exhibits and activities for all ages.
| Join 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…
| Gardening 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…
| Learn 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…
| Learn 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.…
We invite you to join us for upcoming “Thyme to Read” book club gatherings, hosted monthly by the Library at Birmingham Botanical Gardens.
| Panicle 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…
| Dried 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…
| Explore the world of matcha—from how it’s grown and processed to the graceful rituals of the Japanese tea ceremony and its history in our city. Josh Haynes, chef at Alloy Thai, will demonstrate traditional techniques for preparing matcha alongside…
We invite you to join us for upcoming “Thyme to Read” book club gatherings, hosted monthly by the Library at Birmingham Botanical Gardens.
#image-595 + picture img { –focal-point: 50% 50%; } | Winter is a great time to restore your well-loved gardening tools. Correctly caring for and maintaining your tools will increase their longevity and improve the health of your plants. In…
We invite you to join us for upcoming “Thyme to Read” book club gatherings, hosted monthly by the Library at Birmingham Botanical Gardens.
| Join us for this special wreath-making workshop at the Gardens with floral artist Sybil Sylvester, owner of Wildflower Designs. Add your own creative touches as Sybil guides you and shares favorite tips. Greenery and other materials will be provided,…
#image-595 + picture img { –focal-point: 50% 50%; } Antiques at the Gardens | Join four leading voices in architecture, interiors, and garden design for a lively panel on creating beautiful, livable spaces inside and out. Acclaimed designer Ray Booth…