Bellingrath's Featured Plant
Zinnia angustifolia 'Starlight'
Zinnias are easily grown in humusy, evenly moist, well-drained soils in full sun. Good drought tolerance. These plants do not fade in summer and do not require deadheading.
This small flowered zinnia features single, daisy-like blooms on bushy, spreading, narrow-leaved, 8-12 inch tall plants. They flower non-stop until frost and are ideal selections for hot and humid summer climates such as ours. They have exceptional disease resistance and the flower color ranges from white to yellow, orange and gold. Excellent for bedding, edging and containers.
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The American Public Gardens Association Honors First Lady Obama
In welcoming the President and Mrs. Obama to the Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Director Richard Piacentini presented the First Lady with an official American Public Gardens Association Commendation recognizing her leadership in fostering a renewed interest in gardening and community environmentalism. The Commendation was written and signed by the APGA Board of Directors and presented to Mrs. Obama on behalf of the more than 500 member gardens that make up the APGA. Both the President and Mrs. Obama were extremely appreciative of the gesture and expressed their gratitude to all of the APGA members .
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Shop the New Fall Merchandise
The Bellingrath Gift Shop has new fall merchandise for members and guests to enjoy. Decorative pumpkins, candles and other fall goodies will make great seasonal gifts or decorations to celebrate the season in your home. The Bellingrath Gift Shop is open 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. daily.
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| Balloon Glow in the Gardens ...........................
October 31, 2009 - 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
 Dress up your little goblins and head out to Bellingrath for our 5th Annual Balloon Glow in the Gardens. Hot air balloons will be glowing on The Great Lawn like giant light bulbs (weather permitting). Plus, trick-or-treat stations will be throughout the Gardens marked by lighted, inflatable figures. Fun for everyone!
Reduced admission will begin at 5 p.m. Gardens admission for adults will be $5 and for kids 5-12 admission will be $3. As always, admission is free for members of the Friends of Bellingrath. |
| Kiku Matsuri Chrysanthemum Festival ...........
November 6 & 7, 2009
 Help us celebrate Mums with an Asian Flair! Kiku Matsuri is the fifth of the five annual festivals in the traditional Japanese calendar. The chrysanthemum is the official flower of Japan and is a symbol of longevity, power, dignity and nobility. On Friday, November 6th from 11 a.m.to noon guests can watch the Mobile Chapter of Ikebana International create arrangements for the display at Bellingrath for the weekend's celebration. On Saturday, November 7, 2009 from 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., Bellingrath will welcome the Bonsai Society and their beautiful living sculptures which will be on display in the Magnolia Café along with the Ikebana arrangements. On Live Oak Plaza visitors can learn all about building bamboo fences and how to tie decorative knots. The Sumi-e Society will demonstrate how to draw chrysanthemums and visitors can help make an origami crane chain. Our friends from the Mobile Public Library will be on hand to share books about Japanese Culture. We will complete the celebration with an authentic Japanese Tea Ceremony! Regular Garden Admission: Adults $11, Children 5 -12 $6 and Children 4 and under are free. |
| Fall Kid's Kruise .................................................
November 7, 2009 - 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
 Our annual Fall Kid's Kruise will once again feature a special tour with Casi Callaway of Mobile Baykeeper as our guide. Bring the kids, order your bag lunch and enjoy the fun filled kruise along Fowl River. Kruise will depart at 12:00 p.m. Reservations are required. Call 251.973.2217. Special Kid's Kruise Admission: Members Price $16 for adults, $11 for kids 5 -12; $6 for kids 4 and under. Non-member Price: $27 adults, $17.50 for kids 5 - 12 and $6 for kids 4 and under. There are additional charges to tour the Bellingrath Museum Home.
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| Botanical Drawing Workshop with Val Webb..
November 14, 2009 - 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
 As the annual Cascade Mum Show begins to peak, explore step-by-step scientific illustration techniques in a relaxed, encouraging atmosphere. Develop your powers of observation while using washes, dry brush and glazing. Mix colors to create depth with light and shadow. You'll never see plants in quite the same way again. No previous art experience is necessary. Workshop includes classroom demo, lunch and plenty of time to draw in the Gardens. All supplies will be provided. Reservations required - 251.973.2217 or bellingrath@bellingrath.org. Please register by Friday, November 6, 2009. Admission:$65 for non members; $55 for members (includes lunch).
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| Photography Workshop with Jim McKinley ...
November 21, 2009 - 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
 This workshop is for experienced photographers with digital SLR cameras. There will be a lecture, discussion and lots of time to take photos throughout the Gardens while the Mums are at their peak! Reservations are required. The class size is limited ... so please call early. Admission: $45 for non members; $35 for Members (includes lunch). |
| Upcoming Events ..............................................
November 27 at 5:00 p.m. - Magic Christmas in Lights Kick-Off
November 27 to December 31 - Magic Christmas in Lights
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