Coming Up at BBG

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Jacqueline van der Kloet will share bulb basics, color combinations and seasonal care for bulbs at BBG's annual Winter Lecture 2025, on Sunday, Feb. 16, at 2 p.m.

Design of a container of plants

This course, offered Saturdays, Dec. 14 and 21, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., teaches students how to design a planting plan for private and public garden spaces.

Coins in jars with plants growing.

Learn how to value your work, estimate supplies, and strategize the overall proposal to avoid under or overcharging clients in this one-day class on Jan. 3, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Videos

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“This initiative underscores the Garden’s commitment to environmental stewardship and reducing its carbon footprint, while inspiring visitors to embrace sustainable practices,” said BBG Executive Director Mike Beck.

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White ribbons are gushing at Berkshire Botanical Garden! BBG's Director of Horticulture Eric Ruquist turns our attention to a "magical" extrusion this time of year.

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Recognize anyone here? This footage was shot circa 1965 by Clemens Kalischer. It was kindly provided by his daughter, Tanya Kalischer.

Articles

A bag of bird seed for the holidays? How to keep a flower blooming longer at a cool temperature? What sort of elbow room do potted herbs need? The benefits of misted herbs? The effects of de-icing salts? Ron Kujawski would like a few words with you.

During my first visit to his nursery, Neil told me with a grin, “All your gardens are in intensive care.” He was right.

A miniature cactus garden? Outdoor lights do's and don'ts? Poinsettias pointers? House plant pests? Best bets on Christmas trees? Tick, tick, boom?

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