National Teddy Bear Picnic
2018-07-10 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center, 2400 S Scenic, Springfield, MO, 65807, United States
Bring your favorite stuffed toy for an evening at the Springfield Botanical Gardens celebrating National Teddy Bear Picnic Day. Pack a picnic supper and blanket, and enjoy music, games and popsicles. We’ll sing the Teddy Bears Picnic song at 7 p.m. Free, but registration is requested at ParkBoard.org.

2018 Learn to Grow in the Garden Series: Container Water Gardening
2018-07-09 18:00 - 19:00 | Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center, 2400 S Scenic, Springfield, MO, 65807, United States
Linda Siler is the Water Garden Specialist at Wickman’s Garden Center. Linda will present a program about water gardening container style. Participants will come away with new ideas ideas on container types, plants, and fish for smaller water gardens. Linda’s programs are always very creative and full of new ideas.

Family Fridays in the Garden: Neat Natives
2018-07-06 08:00 - 17:00 | 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.

Garden Concert Series: Bill Haymes
2018-06-24 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.

Garden Concert Series: Izabel Crane
2018-06-23 19:30 | Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center, 2400 S Scenic, Springfield, MO, 65807, United States

Daylily Display
2018-06-23 10:00 - 15:00 | Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center, 2400 S Scenic, Springfield, MO, 65807, United States
At the height of the season, visit the Daylily Garden, nationally registered as an American Hemerocallis Display Garden, with more than 800 named varieties of daylilies. The Ozark Daylily Society presents a flower display in the Botanical Center.

Butterfly Festival with Young Sprouts in the Garden
2018-06-23 09:00 - 15:00 | Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center, 2400 S Scenic, Springfield, MO, 65807, United States
Celebrate gardening, nature and butterflies. Visit the Dr. Bill Roston Native Butterfly House and caterpillar petting zoo, enter the pollinator costume contest, “pollinate” flowers, see the Fishin’ Magicians, observe ladybugs and more. Gray-Campbell Farmstead and Liberty School open for tours.

Family Fridays in the Garden: Nocturnal Insects
2018-06-22 19:30 | Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center, 2400 S Scenic, Springfield, MO, 65807, United States

Lilium Show
2018-06-16 10:00 - 15:00 | Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center, 2400 S Scenic, Springfield, MO, 65807, United States
Learn more about the true lilies from the genus Lilium. Exhibits and artistic designs presented by the Ozark Regional Lily Society in the Botanical Center.

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)

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

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

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!

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

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.
