Classes, Tours & Workshops
Programs for Adults
Instructor and student discuss photographyFrom gardening practices to nature study and everything in between—the Missouri Botanical Garden offers a full range of classes. View Online Catalog for:
Fall–Winter 2019/2020 (September–February)

If you have questions, please call us at (314) 577-5140 or email classes@mobot.org.

Join us for an upcoming class. Here are just a few:

 

  Garden Glow Capturing the Garden Glow: Basics
Monday, December 2; 4–6:30 p.m.
Instructor: Scott Avetta
$65 members; $78 nonmembers
Beginner/Intermediate. Influenced by the Garden’s global reach, Garden Glow will celebrate the holiday season with the colors of the world in brilliant light and interactive fun. With tips and tricks from your professional photography instructor, you will take wonderful photos of the Garden filled with light. Class fees include admission to the event after the 2.5-hour class with 1-hour non-public and 1.5-hour with public photo shoot. The use of a tripod is highly recommended. Register 		  Annuals and seed packets
Growing Annuals from Seeds
Saturday, January 11; 10 a.m.–noon
Instructor: Sharon Lloyd
$31 members; $40 nonmembers
Growing annuals from seed can be an inexpensive and rewarding way to beautify your yard, patio, or balcony. Learn which annuals are the easiest to grow and the proper techniques to be successful, including soil-less media, containers, watering, lighting, and transplanting. Take home annual seeds to get started. Register 		 
 
  Terrarium Terrariums: Greening Your Cube
Thursday, February 6; 5:30–7 p.m.
Instructor: Sharon Lloyd
$55 members; $69 nonmembers
Bring nature into your office! Join us as we learn how to create a little indoor garden to green up your office or cubicle. Learn step by step how to create a terrarium and what plants will thrive in that environment. Register 		  plant press Botanical Card Making and History
Saturday, February 15; 9–11 a.m.
Instructor: Brittany Shultz
$33 members; $39 nonmembers
Plant presses are and have been invaluable to Garden researchers and horticulture staff to preserve and catalog plants from around the world. Brittany Shultz will demonstrate how to make a voucher using plant materials with a variety of techniques. Then she will explain how to make your own press using materials found around your home. Use pressed flowers and leaves to make your own cards and receive a mini press ornament to take home. Designed for adults only. Register 		 
 
“Awesome teacher! He gave great examples and made everything easy to understand.”

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“Taking time to really immerse yourself in different areas of the Garden.”
—Quotes from previous participants

 

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Fall–Winter 2019/2020

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Class participant creating wreath from succulentsGive the gift of knowledge! Instead of the typical “stuff,” give that hard-to-buy-for friend or family member a fun, memorable experience. Missouri Botanical Garden and its family of attractions offer many engaging and enriching classes throughout the year.

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