The Webster Viridarium
Plant Sale with Michael Hannen
Plant Sale at the Bird House Saturday, April 11, (times to be determined) Open the 2026 spring garden season and join Michael Hannen for his rare and unusual plants at The Bird House!
10 events found.
Events
-
-
The Bird House 3035 Monroe Avenue, Rochester, NY, United States
-
Durand Eastman Park Tours Spring 2026
Duand Eastman Park 1200 Kings Hwy N, Rochester, NY, United StatesThe Master Gardeners of Monroe County Cooperative Extension, in conjunction with Monroe County Parks, will lead public tours of the historic Durand Eastman Park Arboretum this spring. Become familiar with the park's highlights and history. The route will traverse moderate hills and wooded trails, so please dress accordingly. There is no charge. Meet at the […]
-
Attracting Hummingbirds
CountryMax Spencerport 4658 West Ridge Road, Spencerport, NY, United StatesHummingbirds are little miracles with wings. They are fascinating and provide loads of enjoyment when watched out our windows. Learn about hummingbirds’ essential needs and the plants that lure them to our yards. Presented by master gardeners from Cornell Cooperative Extension. These seminars are FREE, but space is limited. So, sign up today. Register Online
-
Hydrangeas via Zoom
Everyone loves them but so many struggle with growing them. Learn about types of hydrangeas for shade or sun and best growing practices to ensure blooms. Registration required. Via Zoom across the Monroe County Library System. General | Mendon | Parma | Penfield | Pittsford | Webster
-
Orchid Repotting
Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens 2655 South Park Avenue, Buffalo, NY, United StatesBring your orchid with you! Our experts will help repot your plant and give you lots of great advice on how to care for your orchid.
-
Hand-On Mushroom Inoculaiton
Cornell Cooperative Extension Wyoming County 36 Center St Suite B, Warsaw, NY, United StatesMushroom inoculation is the process of introducing mushroom spawn (mycelium) into a substrate, such as logs or sawdust, to begin growth. It involves drilling holes, inserting spawn (plugs or sawdust), and sealing them with wax to prevent contamination. Ideal conditions include moderate moisture and temperature, typically allowing for colonization over 6–12 months. Learn how to […]
-
2026 GROS Orchid Show
RSMC Eisenhart Auditorium 657 East Ave, Rochester, United StatesCelebrate the Genesee Region Orchid Society's (GROS) 50th annual orchid show! Their largest orchid show yet.
-
Growing Hydrangeas
Tinker Nature Park / Hansen Nature Center 1525 Calkins Rd., Pittsford, NY, United StatesHydrangeas are a reliable summer beauty. They range in bloom time, shape and habit bringing shades of white, pink and deep blue into our gardens. Discover what varieties will extend your summer color from June through September. Also learn when and how to properly prune hydrangeas as some bloom on new wood while others don’t. […]
-
Plan Now, Grow Soon, Craft Later
CountryMax Fairport 897 Turk Hill Road, Fairport, NY, United StatesWith a little bit of planning, your garden can provide beautiful materials for natural crafting. Get an overview of flowers grown in our region that can be pressed, dried, and used in creative projects. Learn how to grow these flowers, when to pick them, and the basics of flower pressing and drying as well as […]
-
Biochar 101 Workshop
Sonnenberg Gardens 250 Gibson Street, Canandaigua, NY, United StatesYou may have heard of biochar and its many benefits when added to your soil, but just what is it and what are the benefits to using it. Biochar isn’t something new it was developed by pre-Columbian indigenous populations in the Amazon Basin (mainly modern-day Brazil) over 2,500 years ago. Did you know you can make your own biochar at home from different types of biomasses such as woody plant material and even grasses.