Massachusetts Horticultural Society

Early March means Snow Drops?? They're peaking up in little pockets throughout the Garden, reminding us that spring is coming. What spring flower are you most looking forward to seeing? We're excited for Hellebores, Witch Hazel, Daffodils, Magnolias, and of course TULIPS!

It's that time of year to purchase your seeds, get your tools and supplies, and start planning out your seed-starting calendar. Learn seed starting in this one-hour virtual class! Growing plants from seed is a rewarding and cost-effective way to cultivate a diverse and healthy garden. Whether you're starting vegetables, herbs, or ornamental flowers, understanding the basics and techniques will make all the difference in your success. In this virtual lecture, we will cover everything you need to know to get started, including choosing the right seeds, creating an ideal growing environment, and selecting the correct materials and supplies. We will discuss ways to develop a timeline for germination and transplanting, ensuring your seedlings are strong and ready for the season. Whether you're brand new to seed starting or looking to refine your process, this lecture will provide practical tips, DIY solutions, and the knowledge to help you grow with confidence. This lecture will be recorded and sent to registrants following the class date. Class: 250305 Seed Starting & Growing From Seed Date: Wednesday, March 5, 2025 Time Frame: 6:30pm - 7:30pm EDT Location: Virtual, via Zoom Register here: https://lnkd.in/gZK6-Ffr #seeds #seedstarting #virtual #online #lecture #massachusetts #gardening

Announcing the 139th New England Flower Show: World in Bloom! Saturday, September 20 & Sunday, September 21, 2025 Preview Party on Friday, September 19 The Garden at Elm Bank in Wellesley, MA Exhibitions, displays, vendors, and demonstrations will draw inspiration from global plants, styles, themes, and designs. We celebrate the importance of plants around the world and the impact that cultivating and exhibiting plants can have on wellbeing, health, and community. The competitions schedule is now LIVE for our 5 competition areas: ?? Amateur Horticulture: 84 classes including cut specimens, cacti & succulents, fairy gardens, and fruits & veggies ?? Junior Horticulture: 24 classes including cut specimens, fairy gardens, and fruits & veggies for exhibitors under 18 years old ?? Floral Design: 6 classes influenced by themes and designs from around the world ?? Botanical Arts: Botanical forms, couture, jewelry and embellishments —?featuring a brand-new Junior BA Class ?? Photography: Globally inspired classes to capture scenes from near and far Read the schedule and get inspired to enter this year: https://lnkd.in/ep4gxNpp The New England Flower Show has been part of MHS’s nearly 200-year-old history of practicing horticulture for the public good. A 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, MHS provides outstanding educational programs, exhibitions, and community outreach initiatives that bring joy to visitors from across the state and beyond. Massachusetts Horticultural Society promotes the importance of plants, gardens, and natural landscapes to improve lives and build communities of active growers.

Our Plantmobile availability for May 2025 is almost SOLD OUT???? You can still book the Plantmobile for this spring, where we bring informative & fun STEM programs to your classroom or community center! Our hands-on education is designed for pre-K to grade 5 with these topics + fun activities: ?? Ecosystems ?? Natural Dyes & Fabrics ?? Botanical Art ?? Farm Fresh ?? Digging Deeper [featuring our real-life worm compost bin!] ?? Pollination ?? Plant Parts & Functions PLUS, our curriculum is fully aligned with elementary school plant science standards. We can't wait to visit you this spring in the Plantmobile! Book schedule a visit to your classroom or community center for a fun plant science lesson this semester that will engage, educate, and delight the kids! Find out more here: https://lnkd.in/e_gE_zA2

Not ALL of the trees are traditional decorated trees! Some of this year's Festival of Trees are unique celebrations of art, joy, and everything that makes the holidays special: ? Sparkles! by Amy Sullivan and Carrie Waterman ? The Queen's Jewels by The Coats Family ? Feline Fantasies by Stray Pets in Need ? Engineering 2024 by BFF ? Beaded Baubles by Monica Foley ? All Aboard the Mass Hort Express ? Read, Grow, Enjoy by MHS Library Volunteers ? Waiting for Santa by Diana Conroy ? Meep, Meep by Loonie Toons ENTER THE RAFFLE! You could win one of the 70 trees that make up the 16th Annual Festival of Trees! During your visit, purchase raffle tickets ($10 for a sheet of 26 tickets) at the raffle table for a chance to win your favorite tree at the end of the event! Get your tickets to Festival of Trees here to see these trees, enter the raffle, and experience the garden lights and model trains at the Garden at Elm Bank this holiday season! Proceeds from the event and raffle support Massachusetts Horticultural Society's mission to promote happier and healthier lives through horticulture.

We had the pleasure of welcoming out daniel gardner of WFXT Boston 25 News for our 16th Annual Festival of Trees. This event is going on now through December 29th. Check out the story here:?https://lnkd.in/eQaZbU8G ? Support our biggest fundraiser of the year by purchasing tickets today!

We have so many unique trees this year, and some of them feature HANDMADE ornaments! Here are some of the trees containing knit, smocked, crocheted, cut, pained, and folded decorations: ?? The Paper Garden featuring handmade paper flowers, by Villa diVzynski ?? A Crafty Walk in the Woods featuring knit and crochet animals, mushrooms, and more, by Heirloom New England ?? Art Is for Everyone with hand-painted mini canvases, by Wellesley Society of Artists ?? Garden Tea Party with floral teacups, by Holliston Garden Club ?? A Celebration of Botanical Art with illustrated cards and prints, by New England Society of Botanical Artists ?? Joy of Smocking featuring smocked ornaments by Gail Brown ENTER THE RAFFLE! You could win one of the 70 trees that make up the 16th Annual Festival of Trees! During your visit, purchase raffle tickets ($10 for a sheet of 26 tickets) at the raffle table for a chance to win your favorite tree at the end of the event! Get your tickets to Festival of Trees here to see these trees, enter the raffle, and experience the garden lights and model trains at the Garden at Elm Bank this holiday season! Proceeds from the event and raffle support Massachusetts Horticultural Society's mission to promote happier and healthier lives through horticulture.

As autumn fades, the holiday season brings glimmers of light. ?? From Nov 29-Dec 29, the Festival of Trees—hosted by the Massachusetts Horticultural Society, a BILL customer— is here to warm your spirit with dazzling displays, twinkling lights, and seasonal treats. ??? Visitors can even enter for a chance to win one of dozens of beautifully decorated trees donated by local organizations and families. ?? We’re delighted to spotlight Mass Hort and their work to bring holiday magic to their community.

This year, we have 70 trees?? , each with unique themes and decorations. They're all donated by local families, organizations, and businesses and our guests have the opportunity to WIN them (read below for how to enter)! Some of our gardening-themed trees this year are ?? The Gardener's Christmas by Coldbrooke Pottery ?? Nature's Realm by Winston Flowers ?? Roots and Blooms by Noanett Garden Club ?? I'm Dreaming of a Green Thumb by Folts Family and Friends ?? Buzzing Around the Christmas Tree by Boston Junior League Garden Club ?? Let's Make Gardening Easy by Michelle Murphy ENTER THE RAFFLE! You could win one of the 70 trees that make up the 16th Annual Festival of Trees! During your visit, purchase raffle tickets ($10 for a sheet of 26 tickets) at the raffle table for a chance to win your favorite tree at the end of the event! Get your tickets to Festival of Trees here to see these trees, enter the raffle, and experience the garden lights and model trains at the Garden at Elm Bank this holiday season: https://lnkd.in/eJUjVGGT Proceeds from the event and raffle support Massachusetts Horticultural Society's mission to promote happier and healthier lives through horticulture.

It’s #GivingTuesday and we want to say THANK YOU! Thank you for being a part of our caring community to help children and adults live healthier and happier lives through horticulture. Together, we educate and inspire the next generation of growers, preserve natural landscapes, and build vibrant communities. Through generosity, advocacy, and volunteerism, you make the world a better, brighter, cleaner, and more nourishing place. Photo from Sunflower Spectacular?? in August at the Garden at Elm Bank