Adult Education

Explore the art of Integrated Pest Management, and discover natural interventions that allow beneficial bugs to become your garden’s best friends, while using companion planting techniques to create harmonious plant partnerships that keep the pests at bay. We’ll cover a variety of methods, including biological, cultural, mechanical, and even natural chemical strategies. Say goodbye to […]

Come to the Garden and enjoy the fall weather in this introductory course to woody plant identification. Students will learn the basics of how to identify shrubs and trees by examining leaf shapes, twigs, buds, and bark of several different species. This class will begin in the classroom to discuss identification essentials and progress to […]

Are you looking to spruce up your home during this winter season? Join us at the Garden for an intro to floral design, and allow your creativity to unfurl! This class will cover essential techniques and creative tips, culminating in crafting a stunning seasonal arrangement in a brass bowl. We will provide fresh cut greenery, […]

Learn how to collect and save seeds for your garden or share with friends and family. This course will cover the basics of how to collect, process, and store seeds from common vegetables, fruit, annuals, and perennials. This will include how to tell when a seed is ready to harvest, what information to record, how […]

Join us for a hands-on nature journaling experience designed to introduce you to the core principles of this enriching practice through the lens of the seeds and nuts of the fall landscape. Everything from our local regal Black Walnut to the most unassuming grasses will inspire our work and learning. We will focus on the […]

Join us for an exciting, hands-on experience where you'll learn a variety of plant propagation methods, including cuttings, layering, separation, and division. In this engaging workshop, you'll get the chance to practice what you learn by taking home your very own propagated cuttings. Plus, create a decorative propagation station to display your new plants with […]

Join instructor, Colby Creel, in this hands-on terrarium class, an immersive experience where art and science come together. The class will go into the basics of terrarium building and will expand on the various types of terrariums you can build at home! In the class, we’ll go into the different types of plants, soils, and […]

This class is currently full! To join the waitlist - email education@hsvbg.org. Learn how to boost your home's curb appeal using sustainable, low-maintenance landscaping techniques. This class will cover plant selection, design principles, and eco-friendly practices to create a welcoming and attractive front yard that enhances your property’s value while benefiting the environment. Capacity is […]

Compost returns valuable nutrients to the soil and your plants will soak it right up with the sun and rain. Discover how easy it is to create and maintain compost bins in your own backyard. Learn the process to create that “black gold” compost generated from your vegetable and yard scraps to feed your plants. […]

Homeowners have many choices of plants for their residential landscape. Sometimes, good choices in selecting plants benefit the property owner, pollinators, and wildlife. This short course, led by Mike Shelton, will increase homeowners’ knowledge of native plants and their use around the home. Participants will gain insight into finding a balance using ornamental and naturalized […]

Did you know plants have history too? In this dynamic lecture course, we will delve into a variety of native species found right here in Alabama, and how they’ve been utilized throughout history for medicinal, nutritional, and cultural purposes. This course will take us on a journey through the historical significance of these plants, revealing […]