Friends of the Garden

Volunteer Training - All About Gardens
2018-02-06 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center, 2400 S Scenic, Springfield, MO, 65807, United States
Become part of an amazing network of people who maintain the gardens and connect people with plants, nature, and parks! Learn about park volunteer requirements and how you can join our efforts to make the Botanical Gardens an extraordinary place!

Friends of the Garden Annual Meeting
2018-02-08 17:00 - 18:45 | Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center, 2400 S Scenic, Springfield, MO, 65807, United States
Seeds of our Success
Please join us for our Annual Meeting as we celebrate our 2017 accomplishments and look toward our exciting goals for 2018.
Planting Seeds
We have big news to share about the future of the Botanical Gardens and how you can help us grow.
Annual Meeting
Thursday, February 8th, 2018
Free Admission
SGF Botanical Center
2400 South Scenic Ave.
5:00pm-5:30pm | Social
Enjoy Drinks and Hors D’oeuvres
5:30pm-6:45pm | Program
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Photo by Aaron J. Scott

Potting Shed University - 2018
2018-02-26 12:00 - 13:00 | Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center, 2400 S Scenic, Springfield, MO, 65807, United States
A series of 8 diverse garden topics for you to hone your skills to become a better gardener for years to come.
Every Monday, Feb 26 through April 16
6 PM – 7 PM
$5 per person per class. Pay at the door – Registration starts at 5:30 PM
Feb. 26 STARTING YOUR OWN KITCHEN GARDEN Pat DeWitt, Advanced Master Gardener of Greene County
For new gardeners or gardeners who are starting over you will learn the basic foundations for a successful garden. Topics covered will include Soil, Sun, Water, Spacing, and Location of your garden. All participants will receive a handy booklet that contains all the basic information on starting a vegetable garden, a planting calendar, and useful information on challenges and benefits to growing your own food. We will discuss ways to store and use the bounty of your harvest. Booklet is provided through the Grow Well Missouri program, Interdisciplinary Center for Food Security, University of Missouri.
Mar. 5 ENGLISH GARDENS Nora Cox, Master Gardener of Greene County, Trainee
Have you ever wanted to enjoy an English Garden of your very own? Come join Nora as she teaches you varieties and placing of plants that will provide you with the relaxing enjoyment of an English Garden.
Mar. 12 GROWING STRAWBERRIES Patrick Byers, MU Extension Horticulture Specialist
Strawberries are a versatile and easy-to-grow berry for the Ozarks. Join Patrick for a discussion of the best strawberry cultivars for SW Missouri, preparing a garden spot for strawberries, planting and growing these interesting plants, harvesting a bountiful crop, and managing pests (diseases, insects, weeds).
Mar. 19 COMPANION PLANTING Cathy Wolven, Master Gardener of the Ozarks, Emeritus
Do you enjoy being with friends? So do plants! Find out who likes who in this companion planting class.
Mar. 26 USING FOLIAGE FOR COLOR IN THE GARDEN Kathryn Kufahl, Master Gardener of the Ozarks, Emeritus
Many flowering plants have a short period of bloom. Plants with colorful foliage can provide interest through the entire season with fairly low maintenance. This session will offer suggestions for both annuals and perennials that provide colorful foliage for your space.
Apr. 2 TRIED AND TRUE PLANTS FOR THE OZARKS Melissa Jenkins, Cedarbrook Garden Center, Branson West, MO
Planting and maintaining a garden in the Ozarks can be a real challenge but you don’t have to sacrifice beauty for durability. Learn about some of my favorite plants that add true beauty to your gardens year after year without a lot of maintenance and care. My list of tried and true plants includes conifers, broadleaf evergreens, blooming shrubs and perennials.
Apr. 9 PLANTS FOR A JAPANESE GARDEN IN THE OZARKS Katie Keith, Botanical Center Coordinator
We will discuss the design concepts of the Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden; plants for structure in all seasons and extending the bloom season. Park and meet at the Japanese Stroll Garden. ($5 for PSU, no additional fee required)
Apr. 16 INDOOR GARDENING: OUR FAVORITE HOUSEPLANTS AND MORE Kelly McGowan, MU Extension Horticultural Specialist, Greene County
Everyone loves houseplants and many people began their love of gardening through caring for them. Learn about houseplant history, common insect pests, tough and durable varieties and all aspects of care and propagation.

Spring Gardening Workshop
2018-03-03 08:00 - 15:00 | Butterfly-Festival-Flier-2018
The Master Gardeners of the Ozarks Presents its…
Annual Spring Garden Workshop
Saturday, March 3rd, 2018 at Faith Lutheran Church in Branson, MO
$25 – Advanced Registration Required
The Master Gardeners of the Ozarks 2018 Spring Garden Workshop will be held on Saturday, March 3rd at the Faith Lutheran Church, 221 Malone St, Branson, MO 65616.
Registration with shopping and continental breakfast opens at 8:00 AM
Sessions 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Topics of discussion will be:

Amazing Plants for Your Garden
Oscar Cross, Hilltop Gardens, Ash Grove
The Right Size Garden
Kathryn Kufahl, Master Gardener, Reeds Spring
Successfully Growing Microgreens
Cheri Hamilton, C&H Plants, Republic
Composting Tips
Mark & Renae Burnskoetter, Master Gardeners, Springfield
Yogo and Gardening
Marie Friedlander, Master Gardener, Hollister

Advance Registration is required for this event and is $25, which includes continental breakfast items opening at 8:00 and a catered lunch at noon.
Vendors will be on site offering plants and horticulture related merchandise. Please plan to come early so you will have time to browse, shop, have breakfast and visit.
You may register online and pay by credit card or you may register by mail and send a check to Stone County Extension Center, PO Box 345, Galena MO 65656. Mail-in registration deadline is Monday, February 26th. Online registration deadline is Wednesday, Feb 28th.
Register Now by Mail or On Line
If you have questions or need more information, please call the Stone County Extension Center 417-357-6812.

Gray-Campbell Farmstead Annual Meeting
2018-03-03 10:00 - 12:00 | Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center, 2400 S Scenic, Springfield, MO, 65807, United States
Annual Membership Meeting and Brunch.

Spring Break in the Garden: Lake Walk
2018-03-12 13:00 - 15:00 | Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center, 2400 S Scenic, Springfield, MO, 65807, United States
Explore our water resources as we take a walk around Lake Drummond followed by a fun game. Pay at the gift shop then meet at the Mosaic. Ages: Kindergarten-6th Grade

Spring Break in the Garden: Woodpeckers
2018-03-13 13:00 - 15:00 | Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center, 2400 S Scenic, Springfield, MO, 65807, United States
Come find out more about these noisy garden residents as we learn to “speak” woodpecker. Then we’ll make some fun woodpecker treats. Meet at the Botanical Center. Ages: Kindergarten-6th Grade

Japanese Stroll Garden – Docent Training
2018-03-14 10:00 - 11:00 | Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center, 2400 S Scenic, Springfield, MO, 65807, United States
Become part of an amazing network of people who maintain the gardens and connect people with plants, nature, and parks. Learn about park volunteer requirements and how you can join our efforts to make the Botanical Gardens an extraordinary place!
This particular training is specifically for those interested in assisting Parks staff in caring for the Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden.

Spring Break in the Garden: Japanese Garden Tour
2018-03-14 13:00 - 15:00 | about-us-1
Come for a special early tour of the Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden that’s just for kids! Then we’ll make fish print art. Meet at the Japanese garden entrance. Pay at the gift shop then meet at the Japanese Garden entrance. Ages: Kindergarten-6th Grade.

Spring Break in the Garden: Clover and Peanuts and Redbuds, Oh My!
2018-03-15 13:00 - 15:00 | Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center, 2400 S Scenic, Springfield, MO, 65807, United States
Just in time for St. Patrick’s Day, we’ll discover the relatives of your lucky four-leaf clover, the fabulous fabaceae family. Then we’ll create a special St. Patrick’s Day craft that’s sure to keep those pinchers away. Meet at the Botanical Center. ALLERGY WARNING: Peanuts will be present.

Sensory Garden Symposium
2018-03-23 08:00 - 17:00 | Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center, 2400 S Scenic, Springfield, MO, 65807, United States
An invitation to learn more about Springfield’s up and coming Sensory Garden! Topics will include:
Memory Care with Alzheimer patients using Plants Kelly McGowan, Horticulture Specialist, MU Extension
Adaptative Gardening and Disability Sensitivity Amanda Primm, Access and Technology Specialist, Southwest Council for Independent Living
Differentiated Learning in the Garden
Becky Day, Interpretive Horticulturist, Botanical Center
Envisioning our Sensory Garden in Springfield Katie Keith, Botanical Center Coordinator
$18 fee includes lunch and craft materials
Register by March 21 at noon. 417-891-1515 ext 2 or Parkboard.org, activity #12774

Springfield Sister Cities Association – Annual Meeting
2018-03-23 18:30 - 20:30 | MO
Join us for dinner and entertainment at our annual membership celebration! This event is free to members. Memberships may be purchased at the door or at peacethroughpeople.org. The Annual Meeting will be held at the Gillioz Theater. Valet parking will be available.

Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden Opens for Season
2018-03-31 10:00 - 19:00 | about-us-1
The Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden opens today! The garden is open daily from 10:00am-7:00pm April-September and 10:00am-6:00pm in October. It is closed November-March.

Early Risers in the Japanese Stroll Garden
2018-04-06 07:00 - 09:00 | about-us-1
See the Japanese Garden in the early morning light. A great time for amateur and professional photographers! Photo passes sold separately for professional shoots and clients.

Roston Native Butterfly House - New Docent Training
2018-04-18 05:30 - 19:30 | Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center, 2400 S Scenic, Springfield, MO, 65807, United States
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 2018 season.
Both training dates cover the same material. You need only attend one.
Registration is requested, but not required.

Ozark Daylily Society Presents
2018-04-21 13:00 - 15:00 | Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center, 2400 S Scenic, Springfield, MO, 65807, United States
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 is about 30 miles east of Jefferson City and south of the Missouri River. Hybridizing in this area has resulted in hardy plants that can thrive in a wide variety of conditions. Patti specializes in Unusual Form daylilies but continues working with the round, ruffled forms. A fledgling doubles program is also in the works.

21st Annual Master Gardener Plant Sale
2018-04-28 08:00 - 14:00 | Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center, 2400 S Scenic, Springfield, MO, 65807, United States
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 – CREDIT CARDS

Springtime in the Garden - Plant Sale and More!
2018-04-28 09:00 - 15:00 | MO
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 are FREE.
Master Gardeners will be on site to answer your questions and for assistance with plant selections. Hollister HS AG Students will have annuals and vegetable plants for sale.

Native Plant Sale and Social Event
2018-05-05 09:00 - 14:00 | Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center, 2400 S Scenic, Springfield, MO, 65807, United States
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

Iris Show
2018-05-05 10:00 - 14:00 | Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center, 2400 S Scenic, Springfield, MO, 65807, United States
Learn more about Irises and see artistic designs presented by the Iris Society.

How to Grow Gorgeous Hostas and Hosta Sale
2018-05-06 13:00 - 15:00 | Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center, 2400 S Scenic, Springfield, MO, 65807, United States
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 of this fun event. Admission is free, and plant sale prices will vary.

National Public Gardens Day
2018-05-11 | MO
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 through the Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden.

Romance in the Garden
2018-05-11 19:30 - 21:30 | about-us-1
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.

Family Fridays in the Garden: Garden Predators
2018-05-25 19:30 | Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center, 2400 S Scenic, Springfield, MO, 65807, United States
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.

Butterfly Rearing Workshop
2018-06-02 10:00 - 12:00 | Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center, 2400 S Scenic, Springfield, MO, 65807, United States
Join us for an educational and hands-on workshop designed to help you raise Missouri native butterflies and moths in your own home! Learn about the variety of species, their necessary host plants for the larval stage, and best practices for successful rearing.
This workshop is presented free of charge by Dr. Chris Barnhart, Roston Native Butterfly House Curator and Distinguished Professor of Biology at MSU, in conjunction with Friends of the Garden. Registration is requested by calling the Friends of the Garden office at 417-874-2952 or by emailing info@friendsofthegarden.org.

Garden Concert Series: Artist to be Announced
2018-06-03 14:00 | Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center, 2400 S Scenic, Springfield, MO, 65807, United States
Musical guests perform at the new Peace Through People Pavilion. Bring your own blankets and lawn chairs. Donations benefit garden projects.

Fantastic Friday
2018-06-08 10:00 - 12:00 | Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center, 2400 S Scenic, Springfield, MO, 65807, United States
The Book Mobile visits the garden! In addition to being able to check out books from the Springfield-Greene County Library district, join us for stories and songs, visit the Butterfly House and explore the gardens and play structures as you engage in our sensory scavenger hunt!

Family Fridays in the Garden: Sunset Stroll
2018-06-08 19:30 | Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center, 2400 S Scenic, Springfield, MO, 65807, United States

Garden Concert Series: Liz Moriondo
2018-06-10 14:00 | Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center, 2400 S Scenic, Springfield, MO, 65807, United States

2018 Learn to Grow in the Garden Series: Roses
2018-06-11 18:00 - 19:00 | Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center, 2400 S Scenic, Springfield, MO, 65807, United States
We love our rose garden here at the Botanical Gardens, and are excited to present William Aldrich, Master Gardener and Curator, Springfield Botanical Gardens’ Rose Garden as this month’s presenter. The rose holds a unique place in horticulture—cherished for its beautiful blooms, feared for its thorns, scorned by many homeowners for its seemingly daunting care routine. Join Bill for a look at how to succeed with garden roses—from those that care for themselves to those that prefer more than a little nurturing. Take a walk to the Rose Garden for an olfactory treat and meet our newest “treasure”—Elizabeth of Glamis. (Weather permitting)
