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Tag: Lyman Estate Greenhouses

Saturday, October 23, 10 a.m. – 3:00 pm – Orchid Growing Clinic

Once again Historic New England will feature orchids at the Lyman Estate Greenhouses in Waltham, Massachusetts on Saturday, October 23 at 10 a.m.Â Bring up to three orchid plants for evaluation by experienced horticulturists. Get advice on maintaining healthy blooming plants. Other services offered include repotting and educational handouts about orchids. Books, pots, and growing supplies are for sale. Admission fee is $10.Â For more information call 781-891-1985.Â For directions, log on to www.historicnewengland.org.

October 5, 2010
Friday, June 18, 10:00 am – 12:00 noon – Growing Plants Hydroponically

Take the guesswork out of watering your plants. Learn about hydroponic culture: which plants to grow, what products you need, and how to set up and maintain your system.Â The course, sponsored by Historic New England, will take place at the Lyman Estate Greenhouses in Waltham on Friday, June 18, from 10 – 12, and the fee is $20 for Garden and Landscape members, $25 for HNE members, and $35 for nonmembers.Â Registration is required at www.historicnewengland.org, or call 781-891-1985.

June 8, 2010
Thursday, June 3 – Sunday, June 6, and Saturday, June 12 – Sunday, June 13, 9:30 am – 4:00 pm – Hosta and Perennial Sale

The Lyman Estate Greenhouses will host the annual Hosta and Perennial Sale on Thursday, June 3 – Sunday, June 6, and again Saturday, June 12 – Sunday, June 13, from 9:30 am – 4:00 pm.Â Thousands of plants are available in creams, golds, blues, and mixes.Â Choose from large specimen and small plants, along with many new to the market and hard-to-find varieties.Â The Lyman EstateÂ knowledgeable staff is on hand to help you choose the right hostas for your garden. Free admission.Â Call 781-891-1985 for more information, or log on to www.historicnewengland.org.

May 26, 2010
Thursday, April 29 – Sunday, May 2, and Saturday, May 8 – Sunday, May 9, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm – Spring Herb Sale

Celebrate the arrival of spring with a visit to the annual herb sale at the Lyman Estate Greenhouses in Waltham, from Thursday, April 29 – Sunday, May 2, and again on Saturday and Sunday, May 8 and 9, from 10 – 4.Â Thousands of naturally grown culinary, medicinal, and ornamental herbs will be on sale.Â Scented geraniums, herbal topiaries, pottery, and garden gifts are also available, and the horticultural staff will be on hand to offer expert advice.Â Free admission.Â Call 781-891-1985, or log on to www.historicnewengland.org for directions and more information.

April 22, 2010
Friday, April 9 – Sunday, April 11, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm – Spring Orchid Sale

Hundreds of orchid plants are for sale at the Lyman Estate Greenhouses, Waltham, Massachusetts, including many hard to find varieties.Â Among the varieties on display and for sale: cattleyas, laelias, paphiopedilums, and phalaenopsis. Both species and hybrid plants are available in bud or blooming. Free admission.Â Call 781-891-1985Â for more information and directions, or log on to www.historicnewengland.org.

April 4, 2010