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Thanks for a great year! Mt. Cuba Center is closed for general admission for the season and will reopen on April 3, 2024.
Program Guide
Classes offered year-round. Learn to garden in harmony with nature, take an art or wellness class, and more!
Trial Garden
Mt. Cuba Center evaluates native plants and related cultivars for horticultural and ecological value.
Ecological Land Management
Mt. Cuba conserves and stewards more than 1,000 acres including meadows, forests, streams and riparian corridors.
MEMBERSHIP
Enjoy unlimited general admission, member discounts, guest passes, and more!
HOURS
Thanks for a great year! Mt. Cuba Center is closed for general admission for the season and will reopen on April 3, 2024.
Program Guide
Classes offered year-round. Learn to garden in harmony with nature, take an art or wellness class, and more!
Trial Garden
Mt. Cuba Center evaluates native plants and related cultivars for horticultural and ecological value.
Ecological Land Management
Mt. Cuba conserves and stewards more than 1,000 acres including meadows, forests, streams and riparian corridors.
MEMBERSHIP
Enjoy unlimited general admission, member discounts, guest passes, and more!
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Mt. Cuba Conservation: Behind the Scenes (Online)
Mt. Cuba Conservation: Behind the Scenes (Online)
While Mt. Cuba Center’s gardens showcase how native plants can enhance formal and naturalistic gardens, behind the scenes, Mt. Cuba conducts conservation programs at many scales, ranging from individual species to whole ecosystems. We monitor and propagate rare plants, cultivate breeding habitat for bird species of conservation concern, and conduct a 100-year reforestation experiment. We […]
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Adapting for Your Spring Garden (Online)
Adapting for Your Spring Garden (Online)
No matter your age, experience, or ability level, getting your garden ready for spring can be demanding and strenuous on the body. Toni Gattone will help you think through what needs to be done, and prioritize, plan, and plant without injury. Early spring is the perfect time to re-think your garden, ensuring it will be […]
$25
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Enhancing Life in the Soil
Enhancing Life in the Soil
Native plant communities are supported by healthy, balanced soils that contain a vast array of living organisms including microbes, insects, and other fauna. Learn the basics of soil science, the value of organic matter and its role in soil structure and nutrition, and the importance of soil organisms. Learn how to make and use compost […]
$229
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Unraveling Botanical Names (Part I)
Unraveling Botanical Names (Part I)
Scientific names offer precision and accuracy when identifying plants, but they can also intimidate even the most seasoned gardener. Amy Highland, director of collections and conservation lead at Mt. Cuba, breaks down the various components in a Latin binomial, including why plants are named in this way and what a Latin name can teach us […]
$29
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Shinrin-yoku: Forest Bathing
Shinrin-yoku: Forest Bathing
Shinrin-yoku, or forest bathing, is rooted in the traditional Japanese reverence for the natural world and dedicated to promoting health, happiness, and a sense of awe. Anisa George, a certified forest therapy guide, facilitates a series of interactions with nature that cultivate presence, calm, and profound joy. Discover how to unlock the door to new […]
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Unraveling Botanical Names (Part II)
Unraveling Botanical Names (Part II)
Continue your study of scientific plant names in Part II of Mt. Cuba’s botanical nomenclature series. Amy Highland, director of collections and conservation lead at Mt. Cuba, explains how to pronounce botanical names and reveals how they provide extra layers of understanding about plants: where they come from, who discovered them, and what groups they […]
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Building Drystack Walls
Building Drystack Walls
Thinking of building stone walls in your outdoor area? This one-day workshop introduces basic mortar-free masonry techniques. Start with a classroom introduction to the fundamental steps involved in stacked-stone wall construction, then get some hands-on instruction in setting stones on site. Bring work gloves, safety glasses, a water bottle, and lunch. (Class size is limited.) […]
$59
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Carex for Every Garden
Carex for Every Garden
Carex are a diverse and versatile, yet underutilized genus of native plants that are overflowing with garden merit. They can fill various niches in landscapes as groundcovers and living mulch, while some can even be used on their own as specimen plants. Traditionally thought of as shade perennials, some Carex species exhibit remarkable tolerance to […]
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Insects of Early Spring (Online)
Insects of Early Spring (Online)
Spring is an essential time for insects. After the harshness of winter, insects and other wildlife need plentiful food and resources to help them prepare for the new season ahead. Learn about some of the earliest-emerging insects and how you can plan, prep, and primp your garden to make it a haven for these harbingers […]
$19
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Learning to Draw Spring Wildflowers
Learning to Draw Spring Wildflowers
Discover the fascinating details of spring wildflowers from Mt. Cuba’s gardens in this relaxed, beginner-level class. Develop basic drawing skills through observing and sketching a variety of flowers, leaves, and branches. Explore line, shape, and form, and follow up with instructor demonstrations. Plenty of exercises will build confidence in drawing native spring flowers. No previous […]
$155
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Spring Botanical Art Series
Spring Botanical Art Series
Mt. Cuba Center’s unique collections of native plants are a natural fit for the art of botanical drawing. Using specimens from Mt. Cuba’s gardens, learn how to draw flowers, foliage, and stems realistically in this entry-level program. Start with the elements of line, shape, and form, and progress to developing your own personal drawing style. […]
$155
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Enhancing Life in the Soil
Enhancing Life in the Soil
Native plant communities are supported by healthy, balanced soils that contain a vast array of living organisms including microbes, insects, and other fauna. Learn the basics of soil science, the value of organic matter and its role in soil structure and nutrition, and the importance of soil organisms. Learn how to make and use compost […]
$229
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Keystone Species for Pollinator Gardens
Keystone Species for Pollinator Gardens
Do you want to bring more butterflies, birds, and bees into your garden? Join Mt. Cuba Center’s public programs assistant, Leah Brooks, to find out which plants will give you the most bang for your buck. Bring a list of your favorites to the nursery this spring and create the ultimate pollinator-friendly garden. This program […]
$19
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Spring Gardening Saturday
Spring Gardening Saturday
Get ready to dig, plant, and cultivate this spring by learning eco-friendly ideas and gardening tips from the pros. Discover how to garden in harmony with nature and select the best native plants for your yard. Establish a plan to tackle springtime garden tasks and discover new ideas. Enjoy an entire daylong lineup or register […]
$69
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Doing Your Best in the Garden
Doing Your Best in the Garden
Spring is coming, and with it, our desire to get going in the garden. This class is a crash course in best garden practices to be a good steward of the land. Learn when to prune and cut back plants with the least disturbance to hibernating pollinators. Understand how to start tackling invasive species. Learn […]
$19