Sunday Garden Club
March 1, April 26, May 24, June 14, July 12, August 23, 2026
1-3 pm
Grow in your knowledge at this relaxed, come-as-you-are series all about gardening. Each Sunday class explores a different seasonal topic, ranging from pruning and spring plant prep to rose care, planting for pollinators, and tree identification. Whether you’re a beginner or experienced gardener, these informal, hands-on sessions are a great way to learn, ask questions, and connect with fellow garden lovers. Make sure you dress for the weather and wear comfortable shoes!
March 1: Learn the essentials of pruning. This comprehensive class walks you through choosing the right tools, proper tool care (including sharpening), and the timing and techniques essential for effective pruning. If you have pruners at home, bring them along to sharpen and use during the class. Please note that this class runs an extended hour due to the amount of content. 1-4 pm.
April 26: Spring is here, and we are talking all about prepping and planting your garden. This class will cover in-ground and raised-bed prep, picking your soil and amendments, plus some suggestions and ideas on what to grow this year.
May 24: Curious about growing your own roses? Delve into the fundamentals of rose care in this beginner's class, covering planting, watering, feeding, and pruning techniques.
June 14: Embrace the heat and learn how to help your garden thrive in the upcoming hot months. From heat-hardy vegetable suggestions to tips on effective watering and weeding, this class will give you the knowledge on how to best care for your garden.
July 12: Take a walk and see our recommendations for planting for local pollinators and wildlife. This class will cover the basic principles of attracting native pollinators to your garden through strategic plant selections.
August 23: Take a break in the shade and learn the ins and outs of identifying trees. We will cover how to identify trees in any season by observing bark, leaves, and branches. "
Each event date is $12 Members/$15 Non-Members.
OR Bundle them all at a discount for $60 Members/$75 Non-Members
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If you need assistance with registration please email boxoffice@membg.org.
The Memphis Botanic Garden is a not-for-profit 501(c) (3) organization dedicated to being an exemplary center for horticulture and environmental enrichment. Serving over 40,000 school-aged children annually, and hosting over 260,000 visitors each year, Memphis Botanic Garden strives to enhance lives by connecting people with nature, increasing awareness and appreciation of our environment. Our 96-acre property includes 30 specialty gardens and a Level 4 Arboretum, which provide the ability to interact with various families of plants, flowers, and trees.
The Garden offers year-round programming and events for children, families, adults, art lovers, food lovers, music lovers, gardeners, and more! Beyond our annual happenings, we have a diverse offering of adult workshops and classes, youth classes and activities, art exhibits, horticultural features and events, and outdoor fun for all. Click here to explore upcoming events at the Garden.
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