Themes: Ornamental Horticulture, Field and Lab Botany

Age Range: Grades 6-8

The next generation of gardeners and nature enthusiasts is just on the horizon! This program is designed for middle-schoolers to receive training in plant science. It includes numerous hands-on experiences in field botany and garden maintenance. Parents and guardians are welcome to attend this program with their children, but are not required. Please register for each session separately.

Dates for the 2023 Season

Session 1: Garden Design (June 15)

Session 2: Soil Testing and pH (June 22)

Session 3: Starting Seeds (June 29)

Session 4: Perennials and Planting (July 6)

Session 5: Weeds, Watering, and Edging (July 13)

Session 6: Collecting Specimens/Plant Journals (July 20)

Session 7: Flower Dissection (July 27)

Session 8: Fruit Dissection (August 3)

Session 9: Wildflower and Tree Identification (August 17)

Session 10: Identifying Non-Flowering Plants (August 24)