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  • Saturday, September 20 and Sunday, September 21 – Buxton Branch of the American Begonia Society Sale & Demonstration

    Begonias are known primarily for their colorful foliage, while gesneriads are known for their brightly colored flowers. At this exciting event, enjoy a fantastic display of begonias and gesneriads presented by the Buxton Branch of the American Begonia Society and the New England Chapter of the Gesneriad Society. Discover the amazing variety and beauty of begonias and gesneriads in this diverse show and learn tips from expert growers for caring for these well-loved houseplants. “Pop-up” demonstrations on begonia propagation methods, as well as a hands-on workshop where children can create their own magical garden to bring home (ages 5+, children must be accompanied by an adult), make this event perfect for plant lovers of all ages. Many unusual and rare begonias and gesneriads will also be available for sale.

    Have a begonia or gesneriad you’re proud of? Members of the public are encouraged to enter their own plants into the exhibition. Plant society members will be available to help with plant entry and identification. If interested in participating, please contact the Begonia Society. Free with admission to the Gardens. For complete information visit www.nebg.org

  • Saturday, January 18, 9:30 am – 4:00 pm – Houseplant & Begonia Sale

    Come to the Lyman Estate Greenhouses, 185 Lyman Street in Waltham on January 18 from 9:30 to 4 for a great retail experience. This new exotic houseplant sale features begonias and gesneriads. This diverse group of flowering plants includes lipstick plants (Aeschynanthus), goldfish plants (Nemantanthus), flame violets (Episcia), along with Columnea, Streptocarpus, Sinningia, and Kohleria. Our fantastic selection of begonias can give you fall color all winter long. Many other plant varieties will be for sale including orchids, succulents and cacti, citrus, ferns, and terrarium plants.

    Historic New England’s Garden and Landscape members receive a 10% discount on purchases and individual and household members receive a 10% discount. Please call 617-994-5913 for more information. Online information: www.historicnewengland.org

  • Saturday, September 24, 12:00 noon – 5:00 pm, and Sunday, September 25, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm – Begonia and Gesneriad Shows

    Discover splendid examples of a huge variety of Begonias and Gesneriads sporting a range of color, leaf texture, and patterns in this judged show. Enter your own plants for the exhibition. Get tips for growing these favorite houseplants, and select from a wide variety of plants for sale.  Presented by the Buxton Branch of the American Begonia Society and the New England Gesneriad Society on Saturday, September 24 and Sunday, September 25 at Tower Hill Botanic Garden, 11 French Drive in Boylston. Free with Admission. For more information visit www.towerhillbg.org.

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  • Saturday, April 25, 10:00 am – 5:00 pm, and Sunday, April 26, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm – Bay State African Violet Society Show & Plant Sale

    The Bay State African Violet Society is having its annual African Violet Show and Plant Sale at Tower Hill Botanic Garden in Boylston, Massachusetts on Saturday April 25th (10am – 5pm) and Sunday April 26th (10am – 4pm).

    A wide variety of African Violets in bloom, other Gesneriads and Design Exhibits will be on display indoors. Plants and growing supplies will be available for purchase.

    The show will be judged by officials from the African Violet Society of America. There will be lectures with demonstrations on how to grow and propagate African Violets.

    The show is free with admission to Tower Hill.  Image from www.houseplantsnow.com.

  • Sunday, September 25, 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm – Propagation of Begonias and Gesneriads

    Wanda Macnair will give a presentation of methods to grow the various species and cultivars of the two families–Begoniaceae and Gesneriaceae, at Tower Hill Botanic Garden on Sunday, September 25, from 1 – 2. Growing medium and different methods of propagating these plants will be discussed. Reproducing terrarium plants will also be covered. Everyone in attendance will go home with a starter or two from Wanda’s extensive collection. Free with admission to Tower Hill. For more information, visit www.towerhillbg.org, or call 508-869-6111, x 124. Image from www.houseplantsguru.com.

  • Saturday, September 25, 10:00 am – 5:00 pm, and Sunday, September 26, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm – Gesneriad/Begonia Show

    Saturday, September 25, 10:00 am – 5:00 pm, and Sunday, September 26, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm – Gesneriad/Begonia Show

    Visit Tower Hill Botanic Gardens in Boylston, Massachusetts on Saturday, September 25 or Sunday, September 26 for the annual plant show sponsored by the Buxton Begonia Society and the New England Gesneriad Society.   The Gesneriad family consists of over 3,000 species and over 133 genera.  It was named after 16th century Swiss naturalist Konrad von Gesner.  Most Gesneriads are from tropical parts of the world.  Some of the most common plants in this genera are the Cupid’s Bower (Achimenes), Lipstick Plant (Aeschynanthus), Flame Violet (Episcia), Goldfish Plant (Nematanthus), African Violet (Saintpaulia), Florist Gloxinia (Sinningia – below), and Cape Primrose (Streptocarpus). See beautiful displays of rare and unusual houseplants, take a guided tour of the show, hear lectures on begonia and gesneriad care, and visit vendors selling an incredible selection of begonias and gesneriads..  For more information, directions, and hours, log on to www.towerhillbg.org.


  • Saturday, October 17, 10:30 am – Bay State African Violet Society Annual Meeting and Plant Sale

    The Annual Meeting of the Bay State African Violet Society will be held Saturday, October 17, beginning at 10:30 am at the Parish of St. Michael, Bedford, Massachusetts.  Following the plant sale, there will be a luncheon beginning at 12:30 with a guest speaker addressing members on special issues in cultivating African violets.  In addition, this year there will be a panel of experts to answer your questions.

    The Bay State African Violet Society was organized in 1959, as an affiliate of the African Violet Society of America (AVSA), the national organization for African Violet enthusiasts. BSAVS provides a forum for lovers of African violets to share their interest in the propagation and culture of these beautiful gesneriads.

    As a member, you will receive four issues of the Society’s official newsletter, Ye Bay Stater. You also become eligible to enter your plants and designs in our African violet shows, sanctioned by the African Violet Society of America.

    Activities include the annual Spring Flower Show and Sale; the annual Meeting in October with a program on AVs presented by a well-known speaker; and other activities such as potting clinics.  All offer the opportunity to socialize with and learn from other violet enthusiasts.  For more information, log on to www.baystateafricanviolet.org.

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  • Saturday, April 25, 10 – 3 – Annual Combined Plant Societies Sale

    The Boston Branch of the American Begonia Society and the New England Chapter of the Gesneriad Society will offer choice perennials, houseplants and terrarium plants at their annual combined sale on Saturday, April 25, beginning at 10 a.m.  The sale will take place at The Josiah Smith Barn, 358 Boston Post Road, Weston, MA 02493.  Take Rt. 128 to Route 20 West.  Go one mile, then turn right onto Boston Post Road.  Go 0.03 miles.  The Josiah Smith Barn will be on the left. For more information call Lilya Veneziano at 617-479-3680.