University Park home garden events

“Go Native," with the Pennsylvania Native Plant Society

What are native plants, and why should we plant them in our yards? Come explore the many benefits of landscaping with native plants...

“A Sensory Garden Tour” (SBG talk and tour series)

There’s so much more to the Snetsinger Butterfly Garden than meets the eye. Unlock the hidden pleasures of the garden as you touch, taste, and sniff your way through this garden tour...

“The Buzz on Bees” SBG talk and tour series

Did you know that bees have five eyes, smell with their antennae, and dance to communicate? These hard workers are essential to the survival of many of our favorite fruits, vegetables, and flowers...

“Monarch Migration and Live Tagging Demo”

Monarch’s make an epic journey each year, flying over 3,000 miles to overwinter in Mexico. There is still much we do not yet know about these migratory habits...

"Fabulous Fall"

Join us as we explore the fall habitat. Though many are looking to the long winter ahead, the garden is still alive with many bright blooms, seeds to collect, and stories to tell...

Planting a Pollinator Garden and Building a Native Been Nesting Box

June 1 – Planting a Pollinator Garden and Building a Bee Box with Justin Wheeler – Saturday, 10 a.m.-noon at 301 South Garner Ave. in State College. Call 237-0996 or email katherine_watt@hotmail...

Ready, Set, Recycle!

Ready, Set, Recycle at 10 a.m. on Saturday. Create a “trash to treasure” container garden and discover easy ways your family can help preserve our priceless planet...

Marietta Garden Tour

Come tour nine beautiful gardens, seminars and plant sale. Rain or shine. Advance tickets $8; day of tour $10. Call 426-4317 for information and tickets.