Learn the essentials of seed starting with Melissa Wells in this hands-on gardening class! Melissa will guide you step-by-step through how to start, grow, and transplant healthy seedlings for your upcoming vegetable garden. Each participant will receive a seed-starting tray, a seed catalog, and a selection of seeds to take home and begin growing right […]
Discover the fascinating history of the SS United States as Home Museum Director Tom McGehee brings this legendary ocean liner to life. Through his engaging storytelling, you’ll uncover the ship’s […]
Join us for a special presentation highlighting Bellingrath Gardens & Home’s recent international engagement at the 2025 International Camellia Congress in Japan. Led by Sarah Brecher, who represented Bellingrath at […]
Travel the world through plants with Scott McMahan of the Atlanta Botanical Garden. As Manager of the International Plant Exploration Program, Scott brings firsthand insight from decades of global plant discovery, sharing stories from expeditions across Asia, the Americas, and beyond. In this engaging lecture, Scott explores how plants are discovered, collected, and shared among […]
Learn how to get your garden in peak shape for the upcoming season with practical, expert advice from Jack LeCroy of the Alabama Cooperative Extension. From preparation techniques to smart seasonal strategies, Jack will share straightforward tips to help your garden thrive. Plan Your Visit Don’t miss this opportunity to strengthen your gardening skills with […]
Bring the whole family out for a day of food, fun, and friendly competition at our community Cook-Off! Enjoy live music, games, and kids’ entertainment throughout the event. Young anglers can learn hands-on fishing techniques from local experts, while vendors showcase the latest fishing apparel and gear. Plan Your Visit Don’t miss this opportunity to […]
Work alongside Bellingrath’s horticulture team to help plant over 100 Camellias as part of the ongoing restoration of the Camellia Arboretum. This historic planting, the first in more than 50 years, represents a meaningful step in preserving the Arboretum’s beauty and legacy. Participants will take part in a hands-on experience that is about more than […]
Travel the world through plants with Scott McMahan of the Atlanta Botanical Garden. As Vice President of Horticulture and Collections, Scott brings firsthand insight from decades of global plant discovery, sharing stories from expeditions across Asia, the Americas, and beyond. In this engaging lecture, Scott explores how plants are discovered, collected, and shared among botanical […]
Mobile Area Orchid Society's Annual Orchid Show and Sale Bellingrath Gardens and Home is proud to host the Mobile Area Orchid Society’s 47th Annual Orchid Show and Sale. Society members […]
Join Carleton Wood, Executive Director of Hills & Dales Estate, for an engaging presentation reflecting on more than 30 years in public gardens. Carleton will share why he chose horticulture […]
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