Programs for 2024
Learn advanced gardening skills directly from the professional gardeners who keep Ladew looking beautiful in these “behind the scenes” gardening demonstrations.
TIME | 9:30 am (Meet at the Admissions Gatehouse)
Classes are scheduled for 1 hour, but depending on the material, they could last up to 2 hours.
FEE | $10 Members | $25 Non-members
(includes admission to the Gardens)
SERIES DISCOUNT | Sign-up for the series (6 Classes) and receive one free! $50 Members | $125 Non-members
April 16
Designing a Cutting Garden
Learn about basic cutting garden design and popular plants for foliage, filler and beautiful flowers.
May 14
Pond Planning
This talk covers all the essentials to start your lovely aquatic plants for the summer. Learn how to plant, care and maintain aquatic plants.
June 4
Planting 101
Join the horticulture planting team to find out how the annual planting process is accomplished at Ladew, from design through post-planting fertilization. A live planting demonstration will be included.
June 25
Pruning
Learn the what, when, how and why of early summer pruning. This session will cover basic pruning techniques and which trees and shrubs at Ladew are trimmed in early summer.
July 30
Garden Photography
Capture the iconic views created by Harvey S. Ladew with this simple phone photography-focused guided walk through the gardens.
August 27
Edible Landscaping
Learn about basic landscape design and incorporating fruits, vegetables and herbs in the ornamental garden.