Recurring

Green Wreath Workshop

Wister Center - Gillespie Room 500 College Avenue, Swarthmore, PA

Create a unique and festive wreath with a variety of freshly-cut greens and natural materials from the Scott Arboretum. Our pre-wrapped, moss-filled frames allow for long-lasting decorations for your home and also make wonderful holiday gifts. Scott Arboretum staff will provide a demonstration and be...

SOLD OUT

Recurring

Green Wreath Workshop

Wister Center - Gillespie Room 500 College Avenue, Swarthmore, PA

Create a unique and festive wreath with a variety of freshly-cut greens and natural materials from the Scott Arboretum. Our pre-wrapped, moss-filled frames allow for long-lasting decorations for your home and also make wonderful holiday gifts. Scott Arboretum staff will provide a demonstration and be...

SOLD OUT

Pruning Techniques Workshop

Wister Center - Gillespie Room 500 College Avenue, Swarthmore, PA

Inclement Weather Date: Saturday, Feb. 24 Learn pruning techniques beyond the basics from Scott Arboretum horticulture staff! This class is for those who would like to learn how to prune hydrangeas and Japanese maples and learn specialty pruning techniques. Scott Arboretum Gardener Andrew DeGothseir will...

SOLD OUT

Tool Maintenance Workshop

Wister Center - Gillespie Room 500 College Avenue, Swarthmore, PA

Proper care and maintenance of garden hand tools prolongs their life and keeps them in good working order. A care regimen that includes maintenance before each use, seasonally, and yearly ensures your tools are clean, sharp, and ready when you need them. Horticulture staff Jerry...

SOLD OUT

Summer Weeds Workshop

Wister Center - Gillespie Room 500 College Avenue, Swarthmore, PA

Join Gardener Sandra Lopez Cortez and Garden Supervisor Chuck Hinkle as they discuss summer weeds and how to manage them. During this interactive class, you will learn to identify some of the major weeds and explore different tools and techniques to control them in various...

$35 – $45

Cool Season Container Design Workshop

Wister Center - Gillespie Room 500 College Avenue, Swarthmore, PA

This program is part of the Delco ARTS Week celebration.  Learn how to create and maintain container plantings with appeal throughout the cooler seasons with Horticulturist Josh Coceano. Discussion points include: plant choices and suggestions, container selection, and growing media preparation. Josh will share his...

$40 – $50

Wonders of Beeswax: The Art of Candle-Making Workshop

Wister Center - Gillespie Room 500 College Avenue, Swarthmore, PA

Explore the history of the centuries-old practice of making your own hand-dipped beeswax candles! Beeswax is highly prized as a long-lasting, clean-burning wax. Our beekeeper will lead you through the process of making a pair of candles to enjoy at home.  Registration Cost:  Members: $25...

$25 – $35

Thanksgiving Floral Arranging Workshop

Virtual Meeting

Join Education Programs Manager Mackenzie Knight-Fochs to create a gorgeous arrangement for your Thanksgiving table with fresh autumn greens and flowers. Mackenzie will lead a demonstration on how to choose the best plant materials and creatively display them to make your table a conversation piece....

$50 – $60

Recurring

Green Wreath Workshop

Wister Center - Gillespie Room 500 College Avenue, Swarthmore, PA

Create a unique and festive wreath with a variety of freshly-cut greens and natural materials from the Scott Arboretum. Our pre-wrapped, moss-filled frames allow for long-lasting decorations for your home and also make wonderful holiday gifts. Scott Arboretum staff will provide a demonstration and be...

$50 – $60
Recurring

Green Wreath Workshop

Wister Center - Gillespie Room 500 College Avenue, Swarthmore, PA

Create a unique and festive wreath with a variety of freshly-cut greens and natural materials from the Scott Arboretum. Our pre-wrapped, moss-filled frames allow for long-lasting decorations for your home and also make wonderful holiday gifts. Scott Arboretum staff will provide a demonstration and be...

$50 – $60