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Join gardening expert, TV/radio host, author and columnist Melinda Myers for these garden walks in 2012!

*Proceeds Support Children’s Plant Science and Environmental Education at Boerner Botanical Gardens

To register or for more information call 414-525-5659 or visit BoernerBotanicalGardens.org


NEW FOR 2012!
Family Fun Walks

$30 per family (up to 4 individuals). Class size is limited. Walks held rain or shine.

Fall Discovery

Saturday, October 20, 1 p.m.
(To register or for more information call 414-525-5659)

Join me for a scavenger hunt as we discover fall’s treasures!

 

Solutions for Your Garden

Wednesday, May 16, 6:30 p.m.
(To register or for more information call 414-525-5659)

Boerner’s varied plantings provide solutions to the many challenges faced by gardeners. We’ll visit shady spaces, rock gardens, hot sunny spots, and rain gardens. You’ll be able to use these plants and planting strategies in your own backyard!

 

Gardens of the Future

Wednesday, July 25,  6:30 p.m.
(To register or for more information call 414-525-5659)

Visit one of only 43 All American Selection Trial Gardens in the United States. Plus, we’ll tour the other test plots at Boerner’s trial gardens. We’ll explore some new plants being tested for Wisconsin and for introduction into the gardening world!

 

Fall Discovery

Saturday, October 20,  10 a.m.
(To register or for more information call 414-525-5659)

The end of another growing season uncovers lots of color, textures, and surprises to help us through the long winter. Join me to explore these treasures throughout Boerner’s beautiful gardens!

 

View Galleries from the 2012 Boerner Garden Walks


Giants of the Garden

Giants of the GardenJanuary 14, 2012

Mature plants and wonderful vistas make Boerner a gem among botanical gardens. Join me as we visit some of the giant trees and original plantings that have been part of Boerner for most of its 80 plus years history.

Featured Plant List...

We Energies Tree Brochure Handout...

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View Galleries from the 2011 Boerner Garden Walks


Autumn's Brilliance

autumns_brillianceOctober 15, 2011

Enjoy a tour through the autumn landscape and look for new and existing sources of fall color. Many trees and shrubs provide a last colorful show before winter sets in. The ornamental grasses reach their peak this time of year, but many other perennials provide a colorful show with fall flowers or fall colored foliage. Then make a note to add a few of your favorites to your fall containers or garden beds.

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Summer Blooms, Birds and Butterflies

summer_blooms_boernerWednesday, July 13th, 2011

We'll explore ideas for enhancing your landscape by adding colorful blooms that will welcome in the birds and butterflies, making your gardens a place for all to enjoy!

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Spring Sensations

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May 18, 2011

Join me as we take a walk through Boerner’s beautiful spring gardens. We’ll see a variety of bulbs, spring blooming perennials as well as trees and shrubs that you can use to brighten up your spring landscape.

Featured Plant List...

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Winter Wonderland

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January 15, 2011

Get ideas for incorporating winter interest into your yard. Take a look at winter beauty provided by the bark, form and fruit of trees and shrubs as well as seed heads of perennials and ornamental grasses. You’ll come away with creative ideas and design solutions to add interest to your winter landscape.

Featured Plant List...

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Podcast of Garden Tour...

 


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