The Arboretum
Tomato Festival
1 p.m. - 4 p.m.
It's back by popular demand! We will celebrate the Tomato Festival with fun for the whole family. Educational programs, demonstrations, displays, and tours will focus on America's most popular homegrown food. Many varieties will be available for tasting. For more info: www.ca.uky.edu/arboretum.
Held at the height of the hummingbird migration through Crestwood, the Hummingbird Festival promises something for the entire family. Watch as experts catch, band and release hummingbirds. Kids will have the chance to get up close and personal with these speedy creatures, even being able to hold these tiny birds in their hands.
Other activities include tales from a local storyteller, bird-themed crafts, and kite-flying in the Yew Dell meadow (so don't forget to bring a kite!). Adults can learn the tricks of attracting hummingbirds to gardens and feeders, and they'll even be able to take home a new feeder and some hummingbird-attracting plants for their own gardens. We'll also offer special tours of the gardens for the entire family, and for any shutterbugs, nationally-renowned photographer Russ Thompson will offer tips and advice on how to capture the perfect snapshot. 3:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m.; Regular admission. For more information call 502.241.4788 or go to yewdellgardens.org.
Bernheim Arboretum - Seed and Stalk Discovery Walk
Late summer is a great time to get more acquainted with nature's surprise packages -- dozens of seed-bearing stalks that add beauty and interest to the landscape. We'll take an easy ramble while we gather seeds and stalks, then craft some lovely dried arrangement or small art pieces from our discoveries. 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.; Meet at the Visitors' Center. $5 for members, $7.50 for non-members; advance registration is required
O.W.L.S. (Older Wiser Livelier Seniors) programs are a series of nature rambles, hikes, and presentations, each designed especially for seniors. Please dress for outdoor conditions (sandals are not recommended). Afterwards, you may wish to order lunch from Isaac's Café in the Visitor Center -- rounding out a perfect day! For more information call 502.955.8512 or go to bernheim.org.
West Kentucky Botanical Garden - "Hops in Kentucky"
While the bourbon industry usually gets most of the attention in Kentucky, interest has been growing in the art of beer brewing. Most gardeners think of hops as an vigorous vine to grow but beer brewers know of its importance in preservation. In this Walk & Talk, you will learn the history of cultivating hops dating from medieval times and its impact in the brewing of beer. Greg Rosenberger is an experienced and award winning home brewer and is a member of the LAGERS Club, an organization that supports the beer brewing tradition in Kentucky. Call The Garden at 270-852-8925 for reservations The program start at 11:30 a.m.
"Bulbs for Spring Color" and
"Plants for Autumn Interest"
9 a.m. until Noon
Purchase Area Master Gardeners will sponsor Brian F.Jorg, the Bulb Man, of Cincinnati Ohio discussing the beauty and value of planning and planting bulb beds in western Ky gardens. Brian is an experienced Horticulturist and raises several thousand bulbs each year. He will also talk about plants that give great fall color in the garden and yard. Brian will take questions from the audience. Come and see the latest in bulbs and fall plants from an expert. The program will be held in the fellowship hall of the First Presbyterian Church, 200 N.7th Street. Tickets are $10.00 per person and the public is invited to attend. Tickets are available from Master Gardeners or call 270-554-9520.
Mid-South Native Plant Conference - Dixon Gallery and Gardens
With the theme "Natives and Beyond: Sustainable Plants, Gardens and Communities" the conference brings a world-class roster of nationally acclaimed horticulturalists, botanists, and other environmental experts to Memphis. The conference is hosted by Dixon Gallery and Gardens, 4339 Park Ave., Memphis, TN.
The purpose of the 2010 native plant conference is to promote awareness of the use of plant choices, horticultural practices and garden designs that work with nature and have a positive environmental impact. Attendees will have the opportunity to immerse themselves in sessions with world-class speakers who will provide the tools necessary for safe and ecological gardening to increase their own sustainability.
An optional guided field trip through Overton Park's Old Forest and private garden tours will be offered on Sunday, October 10. Cost is $100 with registration prior to September 1, 2010 and $125 after includes light evening refreshments, continental breakfast, box lunch and on-site vendor access. http://www.dixon.org
Yew Dell Gardens - In the Garden of Life with Harry Pickens
How are you nurturing the garden of your life? Join us for an afternoon of musical and metaphorical explorations with Harry Pickens. We will tap into the power of music and nature to help us rest, renew and restore mind, body, and spirit. Space is limited, so reserve your spot now. Sunday 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.; $20/members $25/non-members. For more information call 502.241.4788 or go to yewdellgardens.org.
Bulb/Plant/Tree Sale
- UK Demonstration Garden -
3600 Coleman Road
9 a.m. until noon
This event offers visitors the chance to purchase fall plants, bulbs, and trees, along with a variety of tools, artistic, and practical gardening accessories, among other delightful finds. Master Gardeners will be on hand to answer questions and help solve your gardening problems. The garden will be open for tours. The Public is encouraged to attend to see the garden and make their fall purchases in support the garden activities. Call 270-554-9520
Lecture "Garden Gems" - Dan Heim
This talk is a fun compilation of some of the newest, most exciting perennials, tropicals and woodies seen today. Dan pulls together these plants from world-wide trips, botanical gardens, plant shows and nurseries. 7 p.m., Fayette County Extension Office, 1140 Red Mile Rd. Admission: Master Gardeners/Arboretum Friends $10. General public $12. Students with ID $5. For more information: The Arboretum, 859-257-6955 www.ca.uky.edu/arboretum; Fayette Cty. Ext., 859-257-5582 or go to ces.ca.uky.edu/Fayette.
Yew Dell Gardens
Calling all ghouls and goblins! Yew Dell and the Oldham County Library have teamed up once again to offer fright-free trick-or-treating, a jack-o-lantern contest and Mr. Magic (2pm). Come in your Halloween best and bring the kids! Food and Refreshments will be available. 11:20-3pm; Free Admission; Parking $5/car. For more information call 502.241.4788 or go to yewdellgardens.org.