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Tag: Hydrangeas

  • Saturday, July 13, 10:00 am – 11:30 am – Hydrangeas 101

    Hydrangeas are some of the most striking flowering shrubs, from the size and color of their inflorescences to their lengthy flowering times. However, there is much confusion regarding water and soil requirements, sun exposure, fertilization, and pruning of these colorful shrubs. The Massachusetts Horticultural Society sponsors a walk through the gardens on July 13 starting at 10 am and participants will visit many cultivars of common species in New England: macrophylla (Big Leaf), arborescens (Smooth), paniculata (Paniculate), quercifolia (Oak Leaf). A handout will provide information for the proper care of the different species and a listing of the plants visited.

    For over 25 years in San Francisco and Boston, Reed Pugh has worked in multiple nurseries; had his own design, installation, and maintenance businesses on both coasts; managed a 30-acre historic private estate in Brookline; and managed one of the top fine-gardening companies in New England. Currently, he focuses his passion on working individually with people in their gardens and showing them how to make their gardens and landscapes beautiful through inspiration, knowledge, and proper care with his company, Barking Dog Gardens. $40 for Mass Hort members, $56 for nonmembers. Register at https://www.cognitoforms.com/MassachusettsHorticulturalSociety/_250713Hydrangeas101

  • Thursday, August 1, 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm – Making More Plants Workshop: Division, Propagation, and Seeding

    This small-group Heritage Museums & Gardens workshop session is geared toward home gardeners who wish to learn practical how-to techniques for making more plants using several techniques, including division, propagation, and seeding. Mal Condon, Heritage’s Curator of Hydrangeas, will lead this program and while hydrangeas will be the main focus of this demonstration, these practices can be applied to many other woody ornamentals you would plant on Cape Cod. During this hands-on experience, participants will prepare and “strike” their own cuttings and take them home to nurture and develop into well-rooted plants. Plenty of time will be allotted for questions and discussion and, in addition to cuttings and rooting mix you’ll take home, following the program you’ll also receive a PDF file including presentation content via email for your reference. Advance registration is required.

    Please note: this program will take place rain or shine. In good weather, it will take place outdoors in the gardens. In the event of inclement weather, the program will be held indoors inside the Heald Center at the J.K. Lilly III Automobile Gallery.

    Program fees fund Heritage’s mission to inspire people of all ages to explore, discover, and learn together. Thank you for your support. Program Registration Fee: $30 Members, $40 Non-Members Register at https://heritagemuseumsandgardens.org/mecevents/making-more-plants/?occurrence=2024-08-01

  • Thursday, June 13, 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm Eastern – Native Hydrangeas, Online

    Hydrangeas are one of the most loved plants in the landscape. Yet many gardeners are unaware of the beauty, sustainability, and benefits of our native hydrangeas. Instead of being disappointed by plants that aren’t suited to our climate, we’ll look at the hydrangea choices available for the enjoyment of both people and pollinators. This online course by Native Plant Trust will take place June 13 at 6 pm with Cheryl Salatino, and is $17 for NPT members, $20 for nonmembers. Register at http://www.nativeplanttrust.org/events/native-hydrangeas/

  • Friday, July 7, 8:30 am – 12:30 pm – Hydrangea University 2023

    Heritage Museums & Gardens and the Cape Cod Hydrangea Society CCHS are pleased to again partner and present the eighth edition of our annual Hydrangea University – the premier opening event of the annual Cape Cod Hydrangea Festival. During this symposium-style event, expert guest speakers will inspire and entertain while increasing participants’ knowledge of hydrangeas. This year’s speakers include:

    • Mal Condon, Curator of Hydrangeas, Heritage Museums & Gardens
    • Ryan McEnaney, Marketing and Communications Manager, Bailey Innovations
    • David Roberts, Director of Plant Breeding, Bailey Innovations
    • Andi Ross, Garden Speaker

    Admission to all of Heritage Museums & Gardens will also be included with registration, and each participant will receive a goodie bag and a hydrangea plant to take home. After the program, participants will have the opportunity to tour the Cape Cod Hydrangea Society Display Garden and the North American Hydrangea Test Garden. Advance registration is required, as space is limited. Register at www.heritagemuseumandgardens.org

  • Friday, July 7 – Sunday, July 16 – Cape Cod Hydrangea Festival

    The Cape Cod Hydrangea Festival is an annual celebration of the region’s blue, pink, and white signature flowers. This ten-day festival’s main attractions are the daily tours of private gardens, each designed and maintained by the individual homeowners and carrying a unique charm. You are sure to enjoy such eclectic spaces, not to mention the good feeling of supporting a variety of local nonprofits. 

    Final schedule of garden tours and events will be available soon. Visit capecodhydrangeafest.com for more information.

  • Saturday, June 10, 5:00 pm Eastern – Hallelujah Hydrangeas! Sneak Peek at the Cape Cod Hydrangea Festival, Online

    Join C.L. Fornari on Zoom on June 10 at 5 pm for a celebration of Hydrangeas and a sneak preview of the Cape Cod Hydrangea Festival. Hear about some new varieties of Hydrangeas and tips for growing the best plants. Learn about some of the gardens that will be on tour in July. This webinar will give you an insider look at the Cape Cod Hydrangea Festival. Registration required. Click HERE.

  • Saturday, April 15, 11:00 am – 12:30 pm – Hydrangea Success for Northeast Gardens

    “Why isn’t my hydrangea flowering?” is the number one question asked of Northeast Master Gardeners. Answers are complicated, but Chris Ferrero and Berkshire Botanical Garden will simplify things by showing you the six beautiful hydrangea species that thrive in the Northeast. Your challenge will be to limit your choices to your available space! The class will take place Saturday, April 15 from 11 – 12:30 at Berkshire Botanical Garden in Stockbridge, Massachusetts. $20 for BBG members, $25 for nonmembers. Register HERE.

    Chris Ferrero is a Cornell Master Gardener from Dutchess County, N.Y., where in addition to speaking and teaching classes, she has led demonstration garden renovations, organized regional events and served on teams as a perennials specialist known for particular expertise in shade gardening, flowering shrubs, pollinator-approved planting designs, and native plants as alternatives to invasives.

  • Tuesday, April 4, 11:00 am – Hydrangeas and Heritage Museum and Gardens

    Mal Condone, the Curator of Hydrangeas at Sandwich’s Heritage Museums and Gardens will discuss Hydrangea care and introduce new cultivars for 2023. The talk is sponsored by the Andover Garden Club at the South Church Fellowship Hall, Central Street in Andover. Meetings are open to visitors. A donation of $10.00 (cash or check) at the door is appreciated. For more information on upcoming public meetings visit HERE

  • Tuesday, August 9 – Thursday, August 11, 9:30 am – 3:30 pm – Painting Hydrangeas

    Wellesley College Botanic Gardens is holding an in person, three day class in the Putnam Classroom at The Gardens at Elm Bank in Wellesley on August 9 – 11 from 9:30 – 3:30. Hydrangeas, gorgeous ornamental plants that come in a variety of colors and sizes, are lovely in all stages, from spring blossoms to fall colors. Catherine Watters will teach you how to observe and draw your subject, focusing on form to accurately depict the inflorescence. Color mixing demonstrations will show how to layer colors to capture the depth, shape and texture of your subject, making your work come to life. The focus is on watercolor, but you can use graphite or colored pencils if you prefer. Suitable for all Techniques level students. Wellesley College Botanic Garden members $425, nonmembers $525. To register, email wcbgfriends@wellesley.edu

  • Friday, July 8, 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm – Success with Hydrangeas

    Lorraine Ballato presents Success with Hydrangeas at Highfield Hall & Gardens, 56 Highfield Drive in Falmouth, on July 8 from 4 – 5:30. No garden is complete without this queen of American shrubs. From 18-inch, container-sized, reblooming beauties to 8-foot explosions of multicolored zing, there is a hydrangeas for every garden. Through slides and discussion, you will learn all about hydrangeas, including the many recent introductions that have hit the market, their proper care and the hardy cultivars that perform well despite over-enthusiastic pruning and finicky weather. You will leave this talk never again to ask the question, “Why doesn’t my hydrangea bloom?”

    As a professional horticulturist, Lorraine has been a guest on numerous gardening radio programs from Alaska to Connecticut. She speaks at regional symposiums, flower shows, to civic groups and garden clubs, creating talks that are both instructive and highly entertaining on a broad range of subjects tailored to each audience.

    Highfield Garden Tour with Landscape Director George Chapman following the talk.

    $10 Highfield Hall members, $20 non-members Register online today or call us at 508-495-1878 ext. 2

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