You are invited to join our team of dynamic volunteers who are passionate about native Lepidoptera and the habitats that support their life cycles. Dr. Chris Barnhart, Distinguished Professor of Biology at MSU and Butterfly House Curator, will lead this basic training on species variety and what it takes to become a docent for the […]
All are welcome to join us for a free educational event to be held on Saturday, April 21 from 1:00-3:00pm at the Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center. Patti Waterman will speak about her daylily program. She has been hybridizing for 24 years at Waterman Gardens located in a creek valley in rural Osage County, Missouri which […]
Come early to see our large selection of perennials, Missouri Natives, veggies, herbs, shrubs, trees, grasses and more at the Botanical Center in Nathanael Greene Park at 2400 S. Scenic, Springfield MO 65807 Check our Website mggreene.org/plantsale for an updated list of plants for sale, like us on FaceBook or call 417-874-2963. CASH - CHECK […]
PLANT SALE - Perennials, Natives, Grasses, Shrubs and Vines, Rock Garden Plants, Herbs, Elephant Ears, Banana Plants and more... HIGHLIGHTS OF THE DAY 10:00 AM - Presentation: Tree Planting and Care Missouri Department of Conservation FREE TREES - Beautyberry, Tulip Poplar, Chinkapin Oak 12:30 PM - Presentation: Introduction to Bee Keeping Lloyd Gilmore All activities […]
Discover plants native to our region and nice performers for home landscapes. Meet with a variety of experts about native plants, attracting wildlife and living lighter on the earth. Free event; Costs vary per plant
Learn more about Irises and see artistic designs presented by the Iris Society.
Presented by the Greater Ozarks Hosta Society. Guest speaker Tom Micheletti, founder of the Northern Illinois Hosta Society and past president of the American Hosta Society, will present, "Hostas in the Landscape." Beautiful hosta leaves will be on display, and hostas will be for sale as well. Treats and door prizes will also be part […]
Celebrate the beauty of your local public garden by touring the Roston Native Butterfly House on its opening day (open from 12:00-6:00pm)! Bring your own blankets or lawn chairs, and stay for a free concert featuring Melinda Mullins at the Peace Through People Pavilion at 6:30pm. At 7:30, enjoy a romantic stroll with your sweetie […]
Enjoy the full moon and serene landscape of the Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden at dusk. Tiki torches and lanterns light the pathway. Wishing lanterns for floating on the ponds available for purchase. A special experience for graduation or Mother’s Day weekend! Ages 17 and up. $10/person or $15/couple.
Bring the whole family out on select Friday nights this summer to discover the plants, animals, and history of the garden. Meet on the rooftop garden.
