BBG: herb arch, Pomerantz


What's Coming Up in the Garden? 
August 31, 2011 

  

JOIN OUR GARDEN TEAM!

 

Would you like to work in the Garden Shop?

 

We have immediate openings for staff and volunteers now through October 15.

 Meet and greet Garden visitors, staff the shop, and be a Garden Ambassador.  

A great way to get to know the Garden!

For more information, please call: 

Sharon Hulett-Shepherd

413-298-3926 x 14

 

  

  

Now Showing!

 

 

rosa 'Princess Alexandra of Kent'

Rosa 

'Princess Alexandra of Kent'

 

 

 

phlox paniculata 'David' 

Phlox paniculata

'David'

 

 

 

 

 magnolia vine Schisandra chinensis 

Schisandra chinensis

Magnolia Vine

 

 

 

 

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Big News from the Garden!

Winter Lecture 2012 Features Michael Dirr 



Save the Date! 
Berkshire Botanical Garden presents acclaimed horticulturist and author Michael Dirr Saturday, February 18, 2 pm at the Garden's annual Winter Lecture. 

 

Best known for his book, Dirr's Hardy Trees and Shrubs - An Illustrated Encyclopedia, his presentation at the Garden, The World According to Dirr: Trees and Shrubs for the 21st Century, promises to be an exceptional opportunity to hear one of the world's prominent experts on woody plants, complete with his signature humor and style. Registration for this event will begin in early January - please watch the Garden's website for lecture details, and read weekly e-blasts for more information about Michael Dirr, his new book, and our pre-lecture contest - "Dirr-isms" to win free lecture tickets.  

 

Winter Lecture is generously sponsored by Hunter Boot.

 

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So Much to Learn at the Garden. . . 
September is chock full of classes and workshops - register now! 

 
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Honeybee Fall Hive Maintenance
This Saturday, September 3, 9 am-noon
Register by Thursday, September 1
Members $35/Nonmembers $45

Garden Wrap-Up
This Saturday, September 3, 1-3 pm
Walk in's welcome
Members $22/Nonmembers $27

Bringing Patio Plant Indoors
Saturday, September 10, 10 am-noon
Members $22/Nonmembers $27

Extending the Season's Harvest
Saturday, September 10 1-4 pm
Members $22/Nonmembers $27

Stalking Wild Mushrooms in the Berkshires
Saturday, September 17, 1-3 pm
Members $22/Nonmembers $27

Invasive Plant Identification, Removal and Control Strategies
Saturday, September 17, 9 am-3 pm
Members $85/Nonmembers $90

Click here for a complete list of autumn classes at the Garden.
There is Still Time to Register for BBG's Horticulture Certificate Program 

Archer Wills
Interested in expanding your knowledge of horticulture and gardening?  

Berkshire Botanical Garden offers the region's only Horticulture Certificate Program.  Held in partnership with Berkshire Community College, three levels of certificates are available beginning Tuesday, September 6.  
New this year is an Advanced Certificate in Sustainable Horticulture and Native Plant Garden Design.  Read more about these enrichment programs designed to benefit you: the professional, aspiring professional, homeowner and serious gardener by clicking here.  

 
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Be Wise: Advertise

 

Advertising your business in the Garden's magazine, Cuttings reaches 2,000 avid gardeners and horticulturists throughout our region and beyond.

 

Let us help you meet your marketing goals - contact Robin Parow to explore an advertising campaign in Cuttings that will work for you.

 

Ad deadline for the Fall/Winter issue:
October 15
 
Moonshine Holler
Let the Music Begin!
Harvest Festival
October 1 & 2

Moonshine Holler is just one of many musical venues you'll hear at this year's Harvest Festival October  1 & 2.
 
For a complete list of entertainment, activities and vendors, click here.

See You at the Harvest Festival!

For more information about Berkshire Botanical Garden  
call: 413.298.3926

check out our website: www.berkshirebotanical.org 


write:  
Berkshire Botanical Garden
PO Box 826, Stockbridge, MA. 01262

email: 
info@berkshirebotanical.org

visit:
intersection of Routes 102 & 183, Stockbridge, MA


 

Open from 9 am - 5 pm daily. We look forward to meeting you!
Save 10%
BECOME A MEMBER OF BBG!
Berkshire Botanical Members save at least 10% at many local businesses including Ward's Nursery, Windy Hill, Agway,
Campo de' Fiori, Dr. Lahey's Garden Store, Route 7 Grill and many more.  Visit our website Visit our website for a complete list of businesses and more information on how to become a member. 
Membership Levels:   
Individual...50.    Family....75.    Supporter...150.  Patron...500.   Fence Club...1000.