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Apr 2, 2026
- Time 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
- Location Garden Center
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Apr 4, 2026
- Time 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
- Location Botanical Research Institute of Texas
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Apr 4, 2026
- Time 10:00 AM - 11:00 PM
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Apr 4, 2026
- Time 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
- Location Leonard Courtyard
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Apr 6, 13, 20, 27, May 4, & 113:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Apr 7, 2026
- Time 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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Apr 8, 2026
- Time 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
- Location Trial Garden
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Apr 11, 2026
- Time 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
- Location West Entrance Lot
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Apr 11, 202611:00 AM - 12:00 PM | 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
- Location Leonard Courtyard
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Apr 13, 2026
- Time 10:00 AM - 11:45 AM
- Location Botanical Research Institute of Texas
Right Plant, Right Place: Indoor Environments
Well-informed plant selection leads to happier, healthier plants and more confident plant parents. In this indoor planting primer, our expert horticulturist will demystify commonly used terms describing light exposure, soil drainage, and temperature tolerance, and demonstrate how to accurately assess conditions in different areas of your home. You’ll explore which types of plants perform best...
Drawing in the Garden: Trial Garden
Discover and polish your drawing skills at the Garden! Bring your favorite portable medium and explore a new artistic focus each month. Our award-winning artist instructor will start with a demonstration, then answer questions and provide tips and one-on-one attention throughout a free-drawing session. We will end by gathering to share our experiences and drawings. Registration includes Garden admission for the day—we encourage you to explore the Garden after class!
Art in the Garden Tour: April 4
Our Art in the Garden tour meets in the Leonard Courtyard on Saturday mornings in the Spring and Fall, from 10:00 to 11:00 AM. This is a lively, interactive tour with a relaxed pace. Informative docents explain how the art pieces in the garden have been placed to enhance the landscape. Free with FWBG membership...
Members-Only Quiet Hour Walk: April 4
Step into serenity every Saturday with our new weekly Members-Only Quiet Hour Walk. It’s a peaceful start to your weekend at FWBG! What to Expect: A 60-minute silent walk led by a mindfulness guide Gentle movement breaks using easy-to-follow practices A peaceful, grounding experience focusing on the senses Note: The path includes uneven...
24-Form Tai Chi: 6-Part Series
Discover Tai Chi – an ancient wellness practice incorporating physical movement, breath and mental focus which can improve balance, coordination, relaxation and mental clarity. Each series will feature a unique set of slow, low-impact movements—traditionally known as “forms”—that are designed to increase the flow of energy in the body. These movements are suitable for adults...
Lunchtime Lecture: Galls, Let’s Get Curiously Addicted!
Galls are fascinating structures found on a wide variety of plants. These abnormal growths are caused by a range of organisms, including insects, mites, fungi, and bacteria. Galls can vary in size, shape, and color, and can serve a range of functions for the organisms that inhabit them. This presentation will explore the diverse range...
Trial Garden Tour: April 8
Our Trial Garden tours meet in the Trial Garden on Wednesdays from April – October from 9:00 – 10:00 AM. Swing by and meet with a Trial Volunteers to learn about everything they’re doing. Upcoming 2026 Tour Dates: Wednesday, April 1 Wednesday, April 8 Wednesday, April 15 Wednesday, April 22 Wednesday, April 29 Wednesday,...
Forest Bathing: Deeper Immersion
Dipped your toes into the world of Forest Bathing and ready to fully immerse yourself? Join this intermediate class to connect with fellow forest bathers, learn from each other’s insights, and expand your personal practice. Class starts with and instructor-led exploration of several Japanese philosophical and aesthetic concepts connected with forest bathing, followed by a...
Begonia Species Bank Tour: April
Go behind-the-scenes of the Begonia Species Bank, the largest recognized collection of its kind in North America and home to more than 800 species and 800 hybrids! This exclusive members-only tour also offers a rare look inside the Conservation Greenhouse, normally closed to the public. Discover how our horticulture team preserves and studies these remarkable...
Homeschool Day: Water Ways – April 13
Click here to register now! Homeschool Days are designed with the unique needs of homeschool students and their families in mind. Come grow with us as we explore environmental science topics through hands-on investigation and engaging activities for the whole family. These programs are sure to energize homeschool students in their quest to discover more...
