Events



Please plan to join us this year for some exciting programs with well-known horticulturists. You'll have fun learning, talking with White Flower Farm staff, touring our display gardens, shopping from a special selection of plants, and visiting scenic northwestern Connecticut.
April 12th	Saturday	Fragrant Orchids [click here for more information] featuring Judy Becker
Orchids comprise the largest plant family and fragrance is only one of their fascinating features. Learn about this diverse group from expert Judy Becker, president of the Connecticut Orchid Society and owner of Lauray of Salisbury.
April 26th	Saturday	Protect Your Garden Naturally [click here for more information] featuring LeeAnn Seeley
Learn how to control pests and common plant diseases using natural and less toxic gardening products. They are better for the environment and for you!
May 2nd	Friday	White Flower Farm Nursery Tour [click here for more information] featuring Barbara Pierson
Go behind the scenes in our production greenhouses with nursery manager Barb Pierson and see what's new and exciting in the world of annuals. She'll be delighted to answer all your questions.
May 9th	Friday	White Flower Farm Garden Walk [click here for more information] featuring Cheryl Karpeichik
As spring unfolds, enjoy a private tour with the creative force behind our unique gardens. Head gardener Cheryl Karpeichik will share her techniques for planning displays and keeping them looking their best.
May 16-18th	Friday-Sunday	Tomatomania! featuring Scott Daigre
Last year's successful event brought Tomato enthusiasts from all over the East Coast to our nursery. This year we'll offer over 100 varieties of Tomato plants, from the familiar beefsteaks to the rarest heirlooms. Tomato guru and author Scott Daigre will be on hand again, helping you choose among the many varieties and answering questions about growing Tomatoes for best yield and flavor. No registration necessary. Learn the whys and hows of pruning Tomato plants in a fully illustrated article from Fine Gardening magazine. Click here. See the full 2008 schedule for Tomatomania!
June 14th	Saturday	Easy Care Perennials [click here for more information] featuring Barbara Pierson and Rob Storm
Beginning gardeners as well as busy gardeners appreciate plants that require less work. Tour our display borders at the peak of June bloom and learn which perennials are low on maintenance but high on the list of plants with multiple seasons of interest.
June 21st	Saturday	Open House [click here for more information]
Visit our nursery during the beautiful month of June, one of the peak seasons for perennials. The Tuberous Begonia House will also be hitting its stride. We'll serve iced tea and cucumber sandwiches around 2:30pm on the lawn. Stroll through five acres of display gardens and meet our staff. No registration necessary.
July 26th	Saturday	Growing Dahlias the Organic Way [click here for more information] featuring Steve Nowotarski
Join our Dahlia consultant, award-winning breeder Steve Nowotarski, for a program on growing these invaluable stars of late summer. Learn how to use Dahlias in gardens and in containers, and take a guided tour of the nursery's Dahlia display garden.
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