Small, potted green bushes on a grey pathway surrounded two wooden benches and green trees and bushes.

Complimentary Programs

Member Talks & Tours

Member talks and tours are a great way to learn behind-the-scenes details from horticulturists, scientists, and other expert staff. To ensure all get a chance to participate, Members are asked to register for only one program per month.

  • 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.

    With Curator of Woody Plants Melissa Finley as your guide, explore the spring blooms of these two colorful collections. The lilacs in our collection are diverse in size and smell, giving off aromas ranging from sweet to spicy. Our tree peonies are unique low shrubs with softball-sized flowers, originally from China, and a spring highlight not to be missed.

    Register
    • Please enter a number from 1 to 2.
      No more than 2 reservations per account.
  • 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.

    Take a tour and learn how to identify some of the delightful spring flowers in bloom, from wild geranium to Solomon’s seal, fleabane, and spiderwort. Join our horticulture expert to learn about the physical parts of a flower and how they present in different species.

    Register
    • Please enter a number from 1 to 2.
      No more than 2 reservations per account.

Questions? Contact the Membership Office at 718.817.8703, Monday–Friday; 9 a.m.–5 p.m. To be added to the waitlist for a tour currently at capacity, please e-mail us with the tour name and number of reservations needed.

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