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Forest Bathing Walk

UW Botanic Gardens @ 2300 Arboretum Drive E, Seattle, WA

Immerse yourself in the healing power of nature as you embark on a sensory journey through lush trails. Join us for a unique experience that invites you to slow down, open your senses, and find tranquility in the embrace of the forest. Discover the medicine of being in the forest at the UW Botanic Gardens.

(13) All levels 18 and older

Introduction to 10 Common Plant Families

UW Botanic Gardens @ 2300 Arboretum Drive E, Seattle, WA

Explore the intricate relationships between species and discover the unique characteristics that define each family through this enlightening course.

(13) All levels 18 and older
$90

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Outdoor Wellness Fridays with UW Botanic Gardens

UW Botanic Gardens @ 2300 Arboretum Drive E, Seattle, WA

Join Chloe Jane Lee, a certified forest therapy guide and yoga instructor, for a transformative outdoor experience that combines breath meditation, movement, and a restorative sound bath. Immerse yourself in the healing frequencies of crystal singing bowls, gongs, and chimes as you reconnect with nature and find relaxation and connection. All are welcome to join for this community event.

(13) All levels 21 and older
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Curator Tour: Rhododendron Glen

UW Botanic Gardens @ 2300 Arboretum Drive E, Seattle, WA

Embark on a captivating journey through the Rhododendron Glen of the Washington Park Arboretum. Delve into the secrets of blooming flowers and rare plant collections. Join us for an enriching experience as we unveil the botanical wonders hidden within this picturesque garden.

(13) All levels 18 and older

Native Plants 101: Field Identification

UW Botanic Gardens @ 2300 Arboretum Drive E, Seattle, WA

Learn to identify common native plants of Western Washington and discover tips on plant identification. Enhance your gardening skills by understanding growth preferences and incorporating native plants into your own garden or yard. Join us at the Washington Park Arboretum for a hands-on experience in native plant identification.

(13) All levels 18 and older

Curator Tour: Hydrangeas in the Arboretum

UW Botanic Gardens @ 2300 Arboretum Drive E, Seattle, WA

Embark on an insightful journey through captivating plant collections. Discover rare species, genetic marvels, and eco-geographic habitats. Learn the fascinating stories behind how these plants found their way to us, enriching your botanical knowledge along the way.

(13) All levels 18 and older
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Foliar Pests and Diseases

UW Botanic Gardens @ 2300 Arboretum Drive E, Seattle, WA

This class will introduce you to common foliar pests and diseases often seen in spring in the Pacific Northwest, including rusts, mildews, anthracnose, bacterial blights, tent caterpillars, mites, lacebugs, root weevils, and aphids. Plant Health Care (PHC) approaches to management, including acceptable Integrated Pest Management (IPM) methods will be covered. The course will include field diagnosis practice, as well as an indoor lab session for everyone...

(13) All levels 18 and older
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$125
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Conifer Pests and Diseases

UW Botanic Gardens @ 2300 Arboretum Drive E, Seattle, WA

This session will focus on insect pests and diseases that impact the health of landscape and native conifers in our region, including rusts, twig and needle blights, needle casts, scales, adelgids, bark beetles, and moths. We will examine samples in the classroom and the field. Plant Health Care (PHC) approaches to management, including acceptable Integrated Pest Management (IPM) methods will be covered. We will do diagnosis practice both in the...

(13) All levels 18 and older
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$125
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Plant CSI: Leaf Spots, Curl, Galls, and Holes

UW Botanic Gardens @ 2300 Arboretum Drive E, Seattle, WA

Plant CSI: Leaf Spots, Curl, Galls, and Holes - Foliar Pests & Diseases Become a Plant Crime Scene Investigator (CSI)! Learn about key plant diseases and insect pests that can cause problems for favorite trees and shrubs in the landscape. Why does it seem like overnight your favorite shrubs and trees get so many leaf spots? Should your kinnikinnick leaves be so thick, curly and red? And what insect is eating your rhododendrons and azaleas?...

(13) All levels 18 and older
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Plant CSI: Cankers, Conks, and Rots - Decay Pathogens

UW Botanic Gardens @ 2300 Arboretum Drive E, Seattle, WA

Learn how to identify and manage fungal decay diseases that affect native tree species in the Pacific Northwest. Gain essential skills in recognizing decay pathogens for proper tree health assessment and structure evaluation. Discover effective Plant Health Care (PHC) approaches and Integrated Pest Management (IPM) methods for disease management.

(13) All levels 18 and older
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A Closer Look: The Centennial Garden

UW Botanic Gardens @ 2300 Arboretum Drive E, Seattle, WA

The Centennial Garden is at its best in summer. The garden, completed in September 2017 in partnership with the Seattle Garden Club, was designed as a colorful destination at the south end of Azalea Way, overlooking the pond and with views to the Lookout Gazebo. Ray Larson, our Curator of Living Collections, will talk about the plants in this new garden, and which ones are at their best during each season of the year. Your $5 at the door donation...

(13) All levels 18 and older
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Curator Tour: Late Summer in the Arboretum

UW Botanic Gardens

Ray Larson, Curator of Living Collections, will take us on a journey through the most interesting plant collections in the UW Botanic Gardens. Learn about rare and unusual plants, collections based on genetics and eco-geographic habitats, and unusual stories of how these plants have made their way to us. This tour in particular will highlight the special places displaying the fauna of late summer in the Washington Park Arboretum. This program will...

(13) All levels 18 and older
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Plant CSI: Diagnosing Plant Problems in the Autumn

UW Botanic Gardens @ 2300 Arboretum Drive E, Seattle, WA

Plant CSI: Diagnosing Plant Problems in the Autumn Landscape Autumn provides us with the opportunity to look at overall plant health as temperatures cool, leaves change color and fall, and the days shorten. In particular, we can often see signs of tree and shrub decays as well as overwintering insect pests that are not present at other times of the year. This is also a great time to work on management techniques to help prevent a repeat of some...

(13) All levels 18 and older
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Olmsted Parks Walking Tour: Washington Park Arboretum

UW Botanic Gardens @ 2300 Arboretum Drive E, Seattle, WA

Friends of Seattle Olmsted Parks Walking Tour: Washington Park Arboretum Join the Friends of Seattle’s Olmsted Parks at Washington Park Arboretum on the third of four walking tours of Seattle’s Olmsted Brothers parks and parkways this summer! The city first acquired Washington Park from the Puget Mill Company in 1900. By 1904, the city hired the Olmsted Brothers firm to prepare drawings for a roadway alignment through the park. Plans for how...

(13) All levels 18 and older
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Curator Tour: Fall Color in the Arboretum

UW Botanic Gardens @ 2300 Arboretum Drive E, Seattle, WA

Discover the breathtaking fall foliage in the Washington Park Arboretum as Ray Larson, Curator of Living Collections, guides you through the stunning plant collections at UW Botanic Gardens. Join this virtual journey to learn about rare and unusual plants, their genetic origins, and the fascinating stories behind their arrival. Immerse yourself in the vibrant colors of autumn in this online class delivered via Zoom.

(13) All levels 18 and older
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Curator Tour: Joseph A. Witt Winter Garden

UW Botanic Gardens @ 2300 Arboretum Drive E, Seattle, WA

Join us for a captivating virtual journey through the iconic Pacific Northwest Winter Garden, as Ray Larson, Curator of Living Collections, highlights its vibrant blossoms, alluring fragrance, attractive foliage, and striking bark. Discover the wonders of this enchanting garden at UW Botanic Gardens.

(13) All levels 18 and older
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Arboretum Lichens

UW Botanic Gardens @ 2300 Arboretum Drive E, Seattle, WA

Discover the fascinating world of lichens in a Winter activity at one of Seattle's botanic gardens. Join Dr. Katherine Glew for a unique opportunity to observe and learn about lichens, while gaining insights into air quality and plant geology. Don't miss out on this exciting outdoor experience!

(13) All levels 18 and older
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