This June, there are dozens of talks and classes to learn about plants and make something beautiful.
Some are in-person. Some are virtual. Some are free.
Wednesday, June 2, 10-11 a.m.
Caring for Roses in Your Garden. This online lecture from Morris Arboretum includes an overview of rose care and explore the arboretumâs roses. $15. Register online.Â
(Starts) Thursday, June 3.
Beginning Bonsai. This online, self-paced course from Longwood Gardens is an introduction to the world of bonsai. $39. Class continues through Dec. 1. Register online.
Thursday, June 3, noon-1 p.m.
Gardens and Tonic: The Solstice Garden: The International Garden Festival: Chaumont-sur-Loire. In this virtual talk from Scott Arboretum, learn about designing an award-winning garden. Free. Register online.
Beer gardens at museums and attractions in Philadelphia Grace Dickinson, The Philadelphia Inquirer
After an afternoon spent exploring your favorite museums and attractions, relaxing with a cold drink sounds pretty ideal. Fortunately, plenty of Philly-area spots make that easy to do, with beer gardens located just outside. And many offer not only local brews, but enticing views, too.
“I honestly feel like it’s the best-kept secret of the best view of Philadelphia,” says communications manager Jenna Eckel of the Adventure Aquarium’s Flying Fish Beer Garden.
Here, you can sip on beers like the Button and Genny’s Watermelon Splash a homage to the Aquarium’s hippos who love snacking on watermelon while taking in skyline views from across the Delaware River. Elsewhere around the city, you’ll find beer gardens that overlook the Schuylkill River, Independence Mall, and beyond, all within a few steps of cultural and learning experiences you can enjoy fir
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String of hearts are popular. Plants with rare pink or white leaves are even more sought after.
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Gary Hunter is excited about these new four-inch hanging baskets, small enough not to block a window. At first, he worried about selling a truckload of 20,000 pots. They re so popular, the team s eagerly awaiting the next shipment.
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Gary worked with a group of students at Grove City College to come up with the term wittle for the small hanging baskets.
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Sinningia âLiâl Georgie is one of the smallest houseplants in the world. Gary s trying to find a way to grow more. âThis is one of my lifetime projects,â he says.
KENNETT SQUARE — With the return of the Festival of Fountains at Longwood Gardens this summer, guests will be able to once again enjoy illuminated fountain performances as well as
Taking it to the street: Sidewalk dining and alfresco pop-up restaurants on tap Patricia Talorico, Delaware News Journal
What is the bar scene like at the Delaware beaches right now? UP NEXT
One of the biggest boosts for restaurants and establishments serving food and drinks during the past year s coronavirus pandemic has been outdoor dining.
While COVID-19 restrictions are easing as more people get vaccinated, sidewalk and street dining are returning again to several Delaware cities.
Alfresco food and drinks also can be had at upcoming events at Hagley Museum and Library, the Delaware Art Museum and Longwood Gardens.
Officials for the city of Wilmington say outdoor dining is coming back bigger and better than before, but some details are still being mapped out.