Mt Cuba Center
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Saturday May 9 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Creating Native Plant Communities
Discover how to craft a resilient native plant palette, in alignment with the ecological clues of your land. Explore a practical template to guide the process of crafting a community of native plants that will bring ease to the wonkiness of wildlife habitat design. Leav......More
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Sunday May 10 10:00am - 6:00pm EDT
Mother's Day Celebration
Celebrate Motherâs Day at Mt. Cuba Center! Spend the afternoon exploring the spring blooms and guided tours led by our native plant educators. Enjoy family friendly yard games, a free pot-decorating station, plant plug giveaways as well as mom and me photo opportunities......More
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Wednesday May 13 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Build a Thriving Garden for Wildlife at Home
Note: This class takes place off-site. What if your garden could be a thriving habitat for wildlife while also becoming healthier and more vibrant? This class is designed for homeowners who want to create a beautiful landscape that grows in harmony with natur......More
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Friday May 15 5:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
Twilight on the Terrace
Unwind from the week with a bite to eat while enjoying live music and evening access to the gardens including free tours. Grab a seat on the terrace or bring lawn chairs or blankets to sit on the lawn. Pack your own picnic or purchase local food truck fare, beer and win......More
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Saturday May 16 10:30am - 12:30pm EDT
Gardening for Ecological Resilience Tour
Take an in-depth look at the gardens, discover how to create sustainable landscapes with native plants, and learn effective techniques for gardening for ecological resilience. This 2-hour tour expands on concepts covered in the introductory Welcome Walk, exploring topic......More
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Saturday May 16 1:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Understanding the Misunderstood: Ecology of Fungi
Learn about the importantâŻidentifying features of our local fungi and discover some of the crucial roles they play in our ecosystems. Discuss what you can do to preserve fungal diversity in your area through community science and land stewardship. After an informative ......More
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Sunday May 17 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
An Introduction to Nature-Friendly Gardening - Section A
Curious about gardening but not sure where to start? Whether you have a backyard, a small terrace, or just a few containers, this beginner-friendly class will help you begin with clarity and confidence. In this approachable introduction to gardening, youâll learn the es......More
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Thursday May 21 4:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
An Introduction to Nature-Friendly Gardening - Section B
Curious about gardening but not sure where to start? Whether you have a backyard, a small terrace, or just a few containers, this beginner-friendly class will help you begin with clarity and confidence. In this approachable introduction to gardening, youâll learn the es......More
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Friday May 22 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Designing and Planting Native Containers: Spring Section B
Join Kathleen Elliot and other Mt. Cuba experts as they share design ideas and techniques behind our signature native plant displays.⯠Discover how stunning and sustainable a container garden can be when itâs designedâŻwith native plants. In this hands-on workshop, you......More
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Saturday May 23 4:30pm - 8:00pm EDT
Golden Hour
Enjoy the cooler evening temperatures with extended garden hours, a full bar and discounted admission of just $10 when you arrive after 4:30 PM and buy your tickets on-site, with free admission for members. Whether youâre looking for the perfect light for photography, a......More
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Sunday May 24 10:00am - 6:00pm EDT
Garden Share Guest Pass Day
Share the beauty of Mt. Cuba Center! Experience the gardens with a friend during our special Garden Share Guest Pass Days when you can enjoy two-for-one general admission! Whether youâre introducing a friend to our spring ephemerals, enjoying a quiet walk through the su......More
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Wednesday May 27 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Native Plants of Summer
Discover the garden appeal of native plants of the Eastern Temperate Forest, which are not only beautiful and inspiring, but also critically important for maintaining healthy landscapes. Youâll discover a wide variety of native plants that can fulfill your gardening nee......More
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Thursday May 28 10:00am - 1:00pm EDT
Refined Botanical Drawing
Continue to refine botanical drawing and composition skills, using color theory and exercises that reinforce botanical accuracy. Explore painterly techniques such as dry brush or watercolor washes that enhance individual style while remaining true to the tenets of botan......More
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Friday May 29 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Planning for a Garden Transition
Change in the garden is inevitable. A maturing tree may cast more shade than expected, or a sudden storm, or even a neighbor can remove a tree overnight, leaving your once-shaded garden in full, blazing sun. These shifts can feel abrupt and overwhelming, but they also c......More
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Friday May 29 7:00pm - 9:00pm EDT
Bats and Your Backyard Habitat
These little flying mammals are great hunters of insects, eating more than 600 mosquitoes per hour! Learn about the eight species of bats native to Delaware, where they live, and how to include suitable shelters and landscape elements for bats in your yard. Explore the ......More