We’re falling in love with autumn here at the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden. Join us for a variety of fall-themed programs perfect for getting into the festive season!
Houseplant Propagation | Tuesday, October 3, 5:30-7 p.m.
Have a houseplant that is overgrown or one you would like to have more of? In this hands-on workshop you’ll learn about the many ways to make more houseplants using vegetative propagation methods. Registration required.
CANCELED
Sip and Stroll | Thursday, October 5, 5:3-6:30 p.m. or 7-8 p.m.
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.
Members $17 Nonmembers $20
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Carnivorous Plants | Saturday, October 7, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Get into the spooky season with some hungry plants at the Greater Des Moines BOOtanical Garden! Learn about different carnivorous plants, what they like to feast on, and how to keep their appetite in check. Then, choose your very own carnivorous plant to pot up and take home. This self-guided, drop-in style activity allows you to work at your own pace. Walk-up registration only. Available while supplies last. Botanical Garden admission not included. Registration required.
$12 per plant
Bulb Basics | Tuesday, October 10, 5:30-7 p.m.
Explore how to plant and care for bulbs. Learn about some of the best fall bulb varieties, including an inside look at our favorite selections from the Garden’s Fall Bulb Market. Attendees receive an exclusive discount code for the Fall Bulb Market. Registration required.
Members $25.50 Nonmembers $30
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Incredible Edible Plants | Tuesday, October 17, 5:30-7 p.m.
Want to learn how to identify and successfully forage right here in Iowa? Foraging offers a variety of nutritional foods to those who take the time to look, and it encourages you to slow down and take in your surroundings while you enjoy the serenity of nature. Join local forager Lindsey Coyne of Herb and Forage and learn how to identify edible plants, what plants are available during each season, and how to utilize wild plants in your everyday life. Registration required.
Members $17 Nonmembers $20
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Pruning 101 | Thursday, October 19, 5:30-7 p.m.
Effective pruning can transform your yard and garden. Come learn the basics from our staff on fall and winter pruning for trees, shrubs, and perennials as well as see demonstrations of proper techniques. Registration required.
Members $17 Nonmembers $20
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Fall Candle Class | Tuesday, October 24, 5:30-7 p.m.
Cozy up this fall with your very own personalized candle. Learn the art of scent selection, candle pouring, and candle decoration with With Love, Libby. Select or mix a fall-themed scent to create your favorite candle to light this autumn. Decorate your soy wax candle with dried florals and fruits, so your candle will smell and look amazing! Registration required.
Members $42.50 Nonmembers $50
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Spooky Terrariums | Thursday, October 26, 5:30-7 p.m.
Pitcher plants, Venus fly traps, and sundew! OH MY! Learn about a variety of carnivorous plants, their bizarre adaptations for survival, and how to take care of them. After this hair-raising lesson, plant and decorate your own spooky terrarium to take home. Plant varieties are subject to availability. Registration required.
Members $42.50 Nonmembers $50
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Halloween Happy Hour | Tuesday, October 31, 5:30-6:30 p.m. or 7-8 p.m.
Haunt the Greater Des Moines BOOtanical Garden after hours as you dive into the spooky world of plants during Halloween Happy Hour. Learn about the creepy and wild side of the plant world from BOOtanical Garden staff. Then feed some of our carnivorous plants—before they find a meal for themselves! All participants must be at least 21 years of age. Registration required.
Members $17 Nonmembers $20
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