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Sakura Cherry Blossom Festival

Join the Japan-America Society of Alabama and the Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens in celebrating the Sakura Cherry Blossom Festival! This family-friendly event will feature cultural exhibits and activities for all ages.

Right Plant, Right Place

Regional Extension Agent, Bethany O’Rear will expertly tackle the age-old question: what to plant and where to plant it.

The Garden of Small Beginnings

Join us for our "Thyme to Read" book club, a monthly gathering hosted by the Library at the Birmingham Botanical Gardens.

Spencer Lecture: The Gardens of Bunny Mellon

Authors of “Garden Secrets of Bunny Mellon,” Thomas Lloyd and Bryan Huffman, will join us to talk about the amazing legacy that Rachel Lambert "Bunny" Mellon left to the world of style and horticulture, including designing the White House Rose Garden, and assisting with the restoration of the Potager du Roi (King’s Kitchen Garden) at…

Bunny Mellon Style

Join us to celebrate Bunny Mellon's rich design, through first-hand insights from her grandson, Thomas Lloyd, and a close personal friend, Bryan Huffman, authors of "Bunny Mellon Style." Enjoy light bites and charming conversations! Become a Friend of the Gardens and join us in our mission to protect, nurture, and share the wonders of Birmingham…

Basics of Tree Selection

Join us for a Saturday afternoon talk with Dr. Georgios Arseniou, Assistant Professor & Extension Specialist of Urban forestry in the College of Forestry, Wildlife, and Environment at Auburn University and the Alabama Cooperative Extension System.

Spring Plant Sale: Members Only

Enjoy priority shopping at our popular Spring Plant Sale as a member of the Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens!

Spring Plant Sale

Enjoy the Friends of BBG's 2024 Spring Plant Sale!

Spring Plant Sale

Enjoy the Friends of BBG's 2024 Spring Plant Sale!

Houseplants 101

Join House Plant Collective’s owner, Jessica Watts for an informative houseplant workshop. Learn tips and tricks to growing houseplants in your own space.

A Painting in a Pot: Creating Spring Container Gardens

Join Gloria Clemmenson as she demonstrates her creative approach to container gardening using principles of color and design. Incorporating Alabama native plants, Gloria will highlight formal and informal arrangements as well as showcase containers for full sun and shade. Students will leave class with an understanding of how to design containers for their setting and…