This workshop will teach the basic styles of the Ikebana Ohara School. This school is one of the most popular Ikebana schools in the world and is known for the […]
Workshop: Plant Manipulation for Floral Arrangements with Kathleen Hawryluk
Kathleen will use common south Florida plant material to show weaving, plaiting, twisting, and other manipulations, as well as show how the end products can be used in flower arrangements. […]
Lecture: Why the Tropics are so Diverse with Scott Zona
Orchids, bromeliads, lianas and parasitic plants – all are most diverse in the tropics. Botanists have puzzled for decades as to why the tropics are so rich in species. This […]
Lecture: Integrated Pest Management (IPM) with Greg Kramer
From aphids and spider mites to whiteflies and nematodes, these pests can make gardening in south Florida a real challenge. Find out what different pest infestation symptoms look like and […]
Lecture: The Biology of Leaves
Dr. Wilder will present a copiously illustrated introduction to fundamental aspects of leaves. Aspects will include our definition of leaves, leaf origin and development, leaf evolution, phyllotaxy (the arrangement of […]
Lecture and Workshop: Tropical Fruit 101: Ginger with Dr. Steve Brady and Andrea Grace
Are you interested in growing ginger or ginger relatives at your home? Then this class is for you! Participants will learn the origins of this food plant, different varieties that […]