The Dixon and the Mid-South Daffodil Society host the eighth annual Daffodil Show! Identified species may be entered in the American Daffodil Society accredited exhibition and competition. Daffodils whose names are not known are welcome in the “just for fun” section. Entries will be received Friday, March 23, 12:00-4:00pm and Saturday, March 24, 8:00-9:30am. […]
Join us for a panel discussion with some of the rising young horticulturists in the Memphis community. Sharing their perspectives will be: Anne Ballentine – Lichterman Nature Center Alex Boggan – Boggan’s Landscaping Liam Boyd – Gardens OyVey Carson Ellis – Memphis Botanic Garden Chris O’Brien – Brussels Bonsai Hannah Underhill – Dixon Gallery & […]
Bartlett Gardening University – Session 1: Creating a Landscape Plan January 6, 2018 @ 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm Bartlett Public Library, 5884 Stage Rd Bartlett, TN 38134 United States + Google Map Master Gardener, David Fuchs, will present a class on creating a landscape plan. A “how to” for drawing a master landscape plan plus a very basic introduction to design […]
Master Gardener, Linda Lanier, will present a class on “What Hydrangea Where?” This class is also called “Hydrangeas for Sun and Shade”. The presentation discusses which hydrangea species does best in what type of location, how to prune it and the varieties available. The presentation includes many photos of hydrangeas in the speaker’s garden and […]
Fern Workshop with Dr. Eugene McKenzie January 20, 2018 @ 10:30 am – 12:00 pm The Dixon Gallery & Gardens, 4339 Park Ave Memphis, TN 38117 United States + Google Map Dr. Eugene McKenzie, past president of the Memphis Fern Society, will lead participants in a discussion and planting of fern spores to take home. After this preparation, participants will soon have […]
CHICKENS…ARE THEY WORTH IT? Urban chickens have become quite the trendy thing to do. Are they a passing fad or friends? This presentation will discuss space requirements, food, water, care, benefits and predators.
Bartlett Gardening University – Session 3: Soil and Composting January 20, 2018 @ 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm Bartlett Public Library, 5884 Stage Rd Bartlett, TN 38134 United States + Google Map Master Gardener, Jim Volgas, will present “Soil and Composting”. Covers the questions: what is healthy soil, how do we obtain it and how does composting relate to soil building. Hosted […]
Breakfast with the Birds January 27, 2018 @ 7:30 am – 9:30 am Enjoy a delicious breakfast overlooking Mertie’s Lake. Fun birding basics presented by staff ornithologists followed by guided bird walks through lake, meadow & forest trails. Binoculars provided. Limited seating, reservations highly recommended. Lichterman Nature Center Visitor Center. Appropriate Ages: 16 and older