2026 Spencer Lecture
The Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens is excited to welcome Margot Shaw as the special guest speaker for our annual Spencer Lecture. Margot is the founder and editor-in-chief of FLOWER Magazine. Now…
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Cherry Blossom Festival
Join the Japan-America Society of Alabama and the Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens in celebrating the Cherry Blossom Festival! This family-friendly event will feature cultural exhibits and activities for all ages.
Planting for Our Future: A Homeowner’s Guide to Ecological Gardening
Learn how native plants can transform your yard into a thriving habitat that supports pollinators, birds, and the larger food web. Join Sarah Wolak, co-owner of Nemophily Natives in Auburn,…
Rules for Visiting: A Novel
We invite you to join us for upcoming “Thyme to Read” book club gatherings, hosted monthly by the Library at Birmingham Botanical Gardens.
The Serviceberry: Abundance and Reciprocity in the Natural World
We invite you to join us for upcoming “Thyme to Read” book club gatherings, hosted monthly by the Library at Birmingham Botanical Gardens.
The Peace of Wild Things
We invite you to join us for upcoming “Thyme to Read” book club gatherings, hosted monthly by the Library at Birmingham Botanical Gardens.
The Foundations of Japanese Garden Design
Join Friends’ horticulturist Julia Adams for a guided stroll through the Japanese Garden and discover the design principles that have shaped these timeless landscapes for centuries. You will learn how…
Growing an Affordable Garden
Gardening supplies and materials can often be a steep investment. In this class you will learn how to grow a beautiful, thriving vegetable garden without breaking the bank! Alabama Cooperative…
Basics of Backyard Composting
Learn how to turn kitchen scraps and yard waste into rich, healthy compost for your garden. Alabama Urban Extension Agent Bronson Lubresky will cover composting basics, troubleshooting tips, and practical…
Hydrangea Winter Pruning & Propagation
Panicle and smooth hydrangeas are the two hydrangea species that bloom on new wood and benefit from annual late winter pruning. The pruning methods for these species differ, each tailored…