Gardens & Tonic: Art in the Garden: What, Where, Why

Does art enhance a garden or detract from it? Does it reveal something about the site and enrich the experience of being there? And if not, why use it?

Explore amazing gardens from around the world and consider how art in your garden can enrich the experience and reflect the values you hold dear. We explore what ‘art’ in a garden is, or can be. We consider different materials and how we can use them. We look at practical questions — how shape, size, and color relate to the choice of location; the impact of different types of material; how our choices influence our emotional response. Whether the art is high or low brow, permanent or ephemeral, we’ll discuss how the choices we make express our personal style and the way we relate to the world around us.

Gardens & Tonic is a series of virtual presentations about plant-related topics, including adventures, art, and garden design. Join us to explore the world of plants from a new perspective. NEW THIS YEAR: Participants will receive a curated recipe for a botanical beverage to make and enjoy during each presentation.

Presentations are generally 30 to 45 minutes with time at the end for questions and answers.

Registration is free, but required to receive the beverage recipes and Zoom webinar and recording links.

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Program Details

• Registration is free, but required to receive the Zoom webinar and recording links.
• The webinar link will be included in the confirmation email received after registering online.
• This webinar will be recorded and available for 2 weeks after the presentation.
• Recording link will be provided 2 days after the webinar.
• Participants must download Zoom.
• Email us if you have accessibility needs for this program.
• For more information, review our program and event policies or call the Scott Arboretum office at 610-328-8025.