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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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.
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 […]
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
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
Annual Membership Meeting and Brunch.
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 […]
