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Walking Wednesday

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden 909 Robert D. Ray Dr, Des Moines, IA

Gardens are a lovely place to walk. The Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden has a stunning indoor environment during the winter months and is a unique alternative to a gym or health club, offering warm temperatures and a place where beautiful scenery changes weekly. Walking through the garden is an energizing experience. Join us for Walking Wednesdays to help you fight stress, strengthen your mind and body, and feel rejuvenated. Pre-registration is encouraged. All ages. Free for Members | $12 Nonmembers Register Here

Yoga in the Garden

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden 909 Robert D. Ray Dr, Des Moines, IA

Take some time to relax and re-center yourself in the Botanical Garden’s lush conservatory. Whether you are a yoga expert or looking to try something new, this is the perfect class for you. Don’t forget to bring your yoga mat and water bottle. Due to limited capacity, pre-registration is required. Ages 12+. $17 Members | $20 Nonmembers Register Here

Alternative Lawns

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden 909 Robert D. Ray Dr, Des Moines, IA

Learn the basics on planning, planting, and maintaining a pollinator lawn with Stephanie Harrington, Natural Resource Program Coordinator from ISU Polk County Extension and Outreach. Reduce lawn maintenance while supporting pollinators and increasing the diversity in your home landscape! Learn about types of alternative lawns, pollinator lawn installation, ecological benefits, alternative ground cover species, and companion host plants for various pollinators. Attendees leave equipped with resources for starting their pollinator lawn and a seed sample for starting a 20 square foot area of “bee lawn”. Once installed with a pollinator host plant, homeowners can register their pollinator lawn with Plant.Grow.Fly. Registration required. Ages 12+. $25.50 Members | $30 Nonmembers Register

Indoor Citrus 101 Part 1

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden 909 Robert D. Ray Dr, Des Moines, IA

In this two-part class, you will learn how potted citrus trees can be successfully grown indoors in the Midwest. From soil mixtures to the unique botanical history, this class will cover all things citrus! This two-part class includes a starter citrus tree in addition to informational lectures. Ages 18+. $90 Members | $100 Nonmembers Register Here Multi part program--first part

Veggie Gardening 101

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden 909 Robert D. Ray Dr, Des Moines, IA

Let’s talk vegetable gardening! For beginners as well as those who want a little refresher this class will be perfect for you. From plant selection to weed management this class will provide you the essentials to have a successful vegetable garden in 2025! Pre-registration is required. Ages 12+. $17 Members | $20 Nonmembers Register Here

Yoga in the Garden

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden 909 Robert D. Ray Dr, Des Moines, IA

Take some time to relax and re-center yourself in the Botanical Garden’s lush conservatory. Whether you are a yoga expert or looking to try something new, this is the perfect class for you. Don’t forget to bring your yoga mat and water bottle. Due to limited capacity, pre-registration is required. Ages 12+. $17 Members | $20 Nonmembers Register Here

Sip & Stroll

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden 909 Robert D. Ray Dr, Des Moines, IA

Celebrate the season with a glass of wine and a walk through the Botanical Garden. Learn about what is in bloom, what is coming soon, and timely updates from our Director of Horticulture Aaron Harpold. All participants must be at least 21 years of age. Registration required. $17 Members | $20 Nonmembers Register Here

Sip & Stroll

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden 909 Robert D. Ray Dr, Des Moines, IA

Celebrate the season with a glass of wine and a walk through the Botanical Garden. Learn about what is in bloom, what is coming soon, and timely updates from our Director of Horticulture Aaron Harpold. All participants must be at least 21 years of age. Registration required. $17 Members | $20 Nonmembers Register Here

Marimo Moss Ball Drop In

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden 909 Robert D. Ray Dr, Des Moines, IA

Marimo moss balls are unique, easy to care for, and so cute! Create and decorate a tiny aquarium for your own miniature marimo moss balls. This drop-in style activity allows you to work at your own pace. Stations are sanitized between groups. Tickets do not include admission to the Garden. Walk-up registration only-available while supplies last. $10 fee per project. No registration required. Available while supplies last.

Spring Ephemeral Hike

Join Botanical Garden staff on a leisurely stroll through Brown’s Woods Forest Preserve in search of spring ephemerals and mushrooms. Participants of all ages are welcome to enjoy this mile-long hike to search and learn more about these short-lived treasures such as trout lily, spring beauty, and dutchman’s breeches. Registration is required. All ages! $17 Members | $20 Nonmembers Register Here

Marimo Moss Ball Aquarium

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden 909 Robert D. Ray Dr, Des Moines, IA

Marimo moss balls are unique, easy to care for, and so cute! Build and decorate an aquarium for your own marimo moss balls. Ages 12+. $34 Members, $40 Nonmembers Register Here

Yoga in the Garden

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden 909 Robert D. Ray Dr, Des Moines, IA

Take some time to relax and re-center yourself in the Botanical Garden’s lush conservatory. Whether you are a yoga expert or looking to try something new, this is the perfect class for you. Don’t forget to bring your yoga mat and water bottle. Due to limited capacity, pre-registration is required. Ages 12+. $17 Members | $20 Nonmembers Register Here

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