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New Jersey Botanical Gardens 2014 Events

March 21, 2014

NJBG Events

Programs are free unless otherwise noted. Donations are gratefully accepted. For events that require reservations, or for questions, please call the NJBG office at (973) 962-9534.

All events begin or take place at the Carriage House Visitor Center unless otherwise specified.

There is a $5.00 per car State Park parking fee on summer Saturdays, Sundays and holidays, from Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day. At all other times, parking is free.

Skylands is a carry-in, carry-out State Park facility. Please carry your trash and litter back out with you and dispose of it properly.

Remember, no pets, picnics, alcohol, balls, frisbees, nor lawn games are permitted in the Botanical Garden.

Winter-Spring 2014

** DATES SUBJECT TO CHANGE **

Free Guided Garden Tours - Sundays, 2 p.m., May through October. Steady rain cancels. Meet at the Carriage House Visitor Center and wear comfortable shoes.

Download the entire Spring 2014 NJBG calendar of events.

March

March 2 (Sunday), 11 am-3 pm
Skylands Manor Tours. Historic tours guided by knowledgeable NJBG docents. The last tour begins at 3 pm. Manor House tour dates are subject to change; please check back. Donation: Adults: $7; Seniors: $5; Students 13-18: $5; Children 6-12: $3; Under 6: Free.
March 13-16 (Thursday-Sunday), 10 am-5 pm
SpringFest Flower & Garden Show. Visit the NJBG exhibit at one of New Jersey's best garden shows. Open 10a-5p daily at the Sussex County Fairgrounds in Augusta, NJ. With garden exhibits and displays, lectures, special events, a kids' zone and a super garden marketplace, it's a sure cure for cabin fever. Visit the SpringFest website for directions and more information. Tickets may be purchased at the gate. Adults: $12, Seniors (65+): $9 Children under 12: FREE. Special Senior Day: Thursday, March 13, 2014: $8.
March 16 (Sunday), 1 pm
Family Woodland Hike. Join Rich Cahayla-Wynne on an easy, child-friendly hike in the Garden's woodlands. Learn a bit about the plants, animals and geology around you on a hike designed to fit the group. Wear sturdy shoes, meet at the Carriage House. Snow/rain cancels. FREE.
March 22 (Saturday), 12 noon-4 pm
Volunteer Lunch. By invitation only ~ our special Thank You to our volunteers.
March 23 (Sunday), 1 pm
End-of-Winter Tree Walk. [GS] Join Head Landscape Designer Rich Flynn as he leads this perennial favorite. Learn the differences between trees and how to tell them apart in this special tree walk. Meet at the Carriage House, weare sturdy, comfortable shoes. FREE.
March 30 (Sunday), 1 pm
Native Plants in the Home Landscape. [GS] Don Torino of the Bergen County Audubon Society offers an indoor photo presentation in which you'll learn why native plants are so important to our environment and how to introduce them into the home landscape. Native plants are critical to our birds and butterflies, and you can turn your yard into a healthy environment that benefits them. FREE.

April

April 6 (Sunday), 11 am-3 pm
Skylands Manor Tours. Historic tours guided by knowledgeable NJBG docents. The last tour begins at 3 pm. Manor House tour dates are subject to change; please check back. Donation: Adults: $7; Seniors: $5; Students 13-18: $5; Children 6-12: $3; Under 6: Free.
April 12 (Saturday), 1 pm
Who Makes the Trails?. NJBG has many miles of hiking trails in the hills surrounding the Botanical Garden. Learn more about hiking and who makes the trails in a program presented by the New York New Jersey Trail Conference. In the Carriage House. $5 donation requested.
April 13 (Sunday), 1 pm
Design Tips for Knockout, Easy-Care Gardens. [GS] Gorgeous, low-maintenance gardens are no accident. Learn proven design tricks for sensational gardens that will be the talk of the neighborhood. Topics include selecting great plants, incorporating focal points, vertical interest, sustainable practices, natural repellants, the how's and when's of using fertilizer, and more. Nataionally-known speaker Kerry Mendez has over 25 years of experience and is a 'passionate perennialist' who enjoys mixing humor with practical information. $5 donation requested.
April 13 (Sunday), 1 pm
Family Woodland Hike. Join Rich Cahayla-Wynne on an easy, child-friendly hike in the Garden's woodlands. Learn a bit about the plants, animals and geology around you on a hike designed to fit the group. Wear sturdy shoes, meet at the Carriage House. Snow/rain cancels. FREE.
April 26 (Saturday), 10 am
Early Spring Wildflower Walk. [GS] Spring is peeking out everywhere! Join Nancy Bristow in checking out the early bloomers in the Wildflower Garden! Wear sturdy shoes, meet at the Carriage House. Rain or snow cancels. $5 donation requested.
April 26 (Saturday), 1 pm
Introduction to Trail Maintenance. New York-New Jersey Trail Conference volunteers maintain the trails around the Botanical Garden, and many other fine trails throughout the area. Learn more about hiking and trail maintenance in an indoor presentation in the Carriage House. $5 donation requested.
April 27 (Sunday), 1 pm
Building Backyard Habitats. [GS] Don Torino of the Bergen County Audubon Society offers an indoor photo presentation on ways to welcome birds and butterflies to your garden, followed by a walk in the Botanical Garden to see different habitats in action. Rain cancels outdoor portion. FREE.

May

May 2 (Friday), 6:30 pm
Plant Sale - Members' Preview & Reception. We thank our members each year with an invitation to the special pre-opening to our annual Plant Sale. You'll love the array of unusual specimens! NJBG members only. (Not a member? Become one!).
May 3-4 (Saturday-Sunday), 10 am-4 pm
Plant Sale. Perennials, annuals, vegetables, herbs, trees, shrubs, vines, ground covers, hanging baskets and potted plants. Knowledgeable Master Gardeners will be on hand to offer advice, and the plants are lush and healthy. Come early for the best selection. FREE admission.
May 4 (Sunday), 11 am-3 pm
Skylands Manor Tours. Historic tours guided by knowledgeable NJBG docents. The last tour begins at 3 pm. Manor House tour dates are subject to change; please check back. Donation: Adults: $7; Seniors: $5; Students 13-18: $5; Children 6-12: $3; Under 6: Free.
May 10-11 (Saturday-Sunday), 12 noon-4 pm
Lilac Garden Splendor. The Lilac Garden is a large collection of these sweet-scented and prolific spring beauties, in the peak of bloom this time of year. Members of NJBG's Lilac team will be in this part of the Garden to answer any questions you might have. FREE.
May 11 (Sunday), 2 pm
Free Guided Garden Tours Begin. Knowledgeable NJBG docents take you on a tour of what's blooming around the Botanical Garden. These free tours will be available every Sunday afternoon at 2pm until the end of October. Meet at the Carriage House. Wear sturdy shoes. Rain cancels. FREE.
May 17 (Saturday), 10 am
Spring Wildflower Walk. [GS] Join Nancy Bristow in checking out the early bloomers in the Wildflower Garden! Wear sturdy shoes, meet at the Carriage House. Rain cancels. $5 donation.
May 18 (Sunday), 1 pm-3 pm
Children's Container Gardening Workshop. [GS] Join Nancy Cochrane and Master Gardener and educator Olga Newey to explore the fun of gardening. Learn to grow veggies and herbs in different containers; you'll take home what you plant. In the Carriage House. Ages 6 and up; children under 14 must be accompanied by a responsible adult. $10 members, $15 non-members. Reservations requested at 973-962-9534; walk-ins are welcome, space permitting.
May 18 (Sunday), 1 pm
Family Woodland Hike. An easy, child-friendly hike in the Garden's woodlands where you'll learn a bit about the plants, animals and geology around you in a hike designed to fit the group. Smaller children may need to be carried. Wear sturdy shoes, meet at the Carriage House Visitor Center. Rain cancels. FREE.