Upcoming Classes

With Kathie Miranda as your guide, we’ll follow the Old Master tradition of drawing on hand-made grounds, in white and color, applied to watercolor paper.

Length: 3 days
Dates: Wed., Thurs. & Friday, January 29 - 31, 2025
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. ET

Learn how and when to collect the seeds of different types of native perennials or find the best choices from reputable seed sources.  You'll discover the options and timing for sowing seeds, tips for best results, how to care for young seedlings, and how to properly store seeds for future use. 

Length: 1 day
Dates: Thursday, January 30, 2025
Time: 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. ET

Betsy Rogers-Knox will lead you in exploring a range of basic principles and techniques through observation of Great Masters’ works of art and a variety of short exercises designed to open your eyes to the importance of composition.

Length: 1 day
Date: Tuesday, February 4, 2025
Time Frame: 9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. ET

In this six-week class, Sarah Roche introduces you to the traditional art and science of botanical drawing and painting.

Length: 6 days
HYBRID
Dates & Times: Mondays, February 10, 17, & 24, March 10 & 17 from10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. ET
VIRTUAL
Dates: 2 Wednesdays & 4 Mondays: February 12, 17, 24; March 3, 10, 19, 2025.  
Time: 2 Wed.: 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon; 4 Mon.: 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. ET

In this six-week class, refine your drawing and watercolor techniques with Sarah Roche as you focus on achieving the accurate representation of botanical subjects.

Length: 6 days
Date: Tuesdays, Feb. 11, 18, 25; March 4, 11, 18, 2025 
Time Frame: 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. ET

Brighten up the winter season and hone your spring gardening skills by creating an indoor herb garden, perfect for a sunny windowsill or countertop. 

Length: 1 day
Date: Saturday, February 22, 2025
Time: 10am - 11:30am ET

This course is designed for individuals looking to deepen their understanding of the science and methods behind horticulture. The curriculum equips students with the skills to address common challenges in maintaining healthy plants. Topics include soils and soil amendments, plant physiology, planting and pruning techniques, propagation methods, pest and disease management, plant selection, and planning guidelines.
Date: Thursdays; February 27 - May 8, 2025, No class April 10
Time: 6:30 pm - 8/8:30 pm ET

Hosted by Kerry Ann Mendez, this eye-opening presentation features frequent misunderstandings or errors made by well-intentioned gardeners. This class is recorded and will be shared if you cannot make the scheduled date. 

Length: 1 day
Date: Saturday, March 1, 2025
Time: 11am - 12pm ET

This workshop led by Garden Educator, Melissa Pace, offers a hands-on opportunity for participants to create their own personalized terrarium.

Length: 1 day
Date: Saturday, March 15, 2025
Time: 10am - 11:30am ET

There are orchid flowers in every color of the rainbow, and each requires a tailored approach depending on the color, texture, pattern and form.

Length: 3 days
Dates: Wed. & Thurs., March 19 & 20 and Thurs., March 27, 2025
Time: 9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. ET 

Hosted by Kerry Ann Mendez, this presentation focuses on reducing garden maintenance. Topics include nonstop color from simple plant combinations, shrubs that require minimal or no pruning, versatile plants that grow in sun or shade, and more. This class is recorded and will be shared if you cannot make the scheduled date. 

Length: 1 day
Date: Saturday, March 22, 2025
Time: 11am - 12pm ET

Sgraffito is a decorative pottery technique where you can draw or scratch the surface of your clay piece to reveal a contrasting color underneath, resulting in stunning designs.

Length: 1 day
Date: Saturday, March 22, 2025
Fired ceramics are available for pick up a week after the final class
Time: 10 am - 1 pm EDT