Tim Donar Exhibition
August 1 - 31, 2008
Photographer Tim Donar of Conway will exhibit a collection of fine art canvas prints of the Gardens in the Magnolia room the month of August. The work, spanning nearly four years, reflects seasonal images from
the Garden.
Donar is a member of the Conway League of Artists and
the Little Rock Outdoor Photography Club with works displayed at the Gardens' Gift shop, Petit Jean Mather Lodge, Conway Regional Surgery Center, ReMax of Conway, Something Brewing in Conway, and 5x7 shows in Austin, TX.
Along with garden photographs, images of Arkansas
scenery in black and white are included in the display.
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Gardening 101: Soils I and II
August 28, 2008
Exploring the intricate makings of a beautiful garden is the aim of a series of free workshops being held in the Gardens' Magnolia Room through November.
Soils I, morning session: 9-11 a.m. Presenter: Bob Byers
Soils II, afternoon session: 1-3:30 p.m. Presenter: Larry Averill
The workshop is free of charge to GWG members or those previously registered as volunteers at the Gardens. The public will be subject to Garden Admission fees, which are $8.00 for adults, $7.00 for seniors. Space is limited. Register today by calling the Gardens’ administration office at (501) 262-9300 or (800) 366-4664. Don't forget to bring a sack lunch!
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Gardening 101: Trees and Vines
September 4, 2008
Exploring the intricate makings of a beautiful garden is the aim of a series of free workshops being held in the Gardens' Magnolia Room through November.
Trees, morning session: 9-11 a.m. Presenter: Eric
Fall Interest, afternoon session: 1-3:30 p.m. Presenter: Bob Byers
The workshop is free of charge to GWG members or those previously registered as volunteers at the Gardens. The public will be subject to Garden Admission fees, which are $8.00 for adults, $7.00 for seniors. Space is limited. Register today by calling the Gardens’ administration office at (501) 262-9300 or (800) 366-4664. Don't forget to bring a sack lunch!
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Tuesday Tea - "Razorback Tea"
September 9, 2008
Get in the Razorback spirit during this hog-wild tea party! We'll celebrate Arkansas' team with specialty teas, gourmet scones, finger sandwiches, and an array of scrumptious desserts in the Magnolia Room or on the Garden veranda (weather permitting). Tea time is 3:00 p.m. the second Tuesday of each month. Cost is $15 for GWG members and $18 for non-members plus applicable tax. Seating is very limited so make your reservations early by purchasing tickets online or by calling 501-262-9300/800-366-4664. Go Hogs!
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Garvan Woodland Gardens
550 Arkridge Road - P.O. Box 22240
Hot Springs National Park, AR 71913
800-366-4664 or 501-262-9300
gardeninfo@garvangardens.org
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Bloom Calendar
| January 1 - 31 | Japanese camellias, winter flowering bulbs |
| February 1 - 15 | Japanese camellias, winter flowering bulbs* |
| February 15 - 28 | Japanese camellias, early daffodils |
| March 1 - 15** | Daffodils, early spring bulbs |
| March 15 - 31** | Daffodils*, Tulips*, Kurume and species azaleas*, dogwoods, Japanese camellias*, wildflowers |
| April 1 - 10** | Dogwoods*, Kurume and species azaleas, tulips, tree peonies, wildflowers, camellias |
| April 10 - 20** | Southern indica* and Glenn Dale azaleas, deciduous shrubs, tree peonies*, rhododendrons, wildflowers* |
| April 20 - 30 | Rhododendrons*, Glenn Dale azaleas*, early roses, tree peonies, wildflowers |
| May 1 - 15 | Roses*, Satsuki and Tisbury azaleas, iris, spring perennials*, wildflowers, spring flowering shrubs* |
| May 15 - 31 | Satsuki and Tisbury azaleas*, roses, hydrangeas |
| June 1 - 15 | Roses, late azaleas, Stewartia, daylilies, hydrangeas*, and wildflowers |
| June 15 - 30 | Roses, cannas*, lilies and perennials* |
| July 1 - 15 | Clethra and other summer shrubs, roses, summer perennials |
| July 15 - 31 | Roses, cannas, summer flowering bulbs, and perennials |
| August 1 - 15 | Cannas, hostas, roses, summer perennials |
| August 15 - 31 | Hibiscus*, cannas |
| September 1 - 15 | Hibiscus, late summer bulbs*, roses |
| September 15 - 30 | Cyclamen*, fall wildflowers, asters* |
| October 1 - 15 | Chrysanthemums, fall bulbs*, sasanqua camellias, Early berries (Callicarpa, haws) |
| October 15 - 31 | Sasanqua camellias*, Chrysanthemums*, roses, haws, holly, pyracantha |
| November 1 - 20 | Sasanqua camellias, Japanese Maples and fall foliage*, florist mums* |
| November 20 - 31 | Holiday lights, hollies and fall fruit, Sasanqua camellias |
| December 1 - 31 | Holiday lights, Japanese camellias |
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Notes
* denotes periods of peak for specific plant groups
These dates are averages computed from data collected over several years. Exact dates of peak interest are dependent on numerous factors including temperature, rainfall, and cloud cover.
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