Thursday, July 25

GREAT LAKES, GREAT PLANTS SYMPOSIUM

Join The Botanic Garden for Northern Michigan's premier two-day horticultural event and fundraiser.

By The Botanic Garden at Historic Barns Park

Date and time

Starts on Thursday, July 25 · 8:30am EDT

Location

The Botanic Garden at Historic Barns Park

1490 Red Drive Traverse City, MI 49684

Refund Policy

Contact the organizer to request a refund.

Eventbrite's fee is nonrefundable.

About this event

1 day 8 hours

The Great Lakes, Great Plants Symposium is a two-day event for horticulture professionals and enthusiasts alike. A full day of lectures, rare plant auction, and exclusive tours of the natural and cultivated beauty of Northwest Michigan. Programming for 2024 focuses on coastal resiliency, gravel gardens, and intentional design. The event is sponsored by the Northern Michigan Nursery and Landscape Association and hosted by The Botanic Gardens at Historic Barns Park in Traverse City.

Early Bird Discount (until June 15th)

$199 Botanic Garden and MNLA Members

$225 Non-Member

After June 15th

$225 Botanic Garden and MNLA Members

$249 Non-Member

***Want to be a sponsor? Purchase a VIP table for the dinner and plant auction! You'll receive 8 full registrations to the event, a curated trio of plants for each attendee (8), and your logo or name in the program and all online promotions. Select this option when you purchase tickets on Eventbrite, or call The Botanic Garden at (231) 935-4077.

Thursday (Day 1): Lectures

9:00 – 9:30 - Opening Lecture, Welcome to The Great Lakes, Great Plants Symposium

9:30 – 10:30 - Gravel Gardens for our Changing Climate, Jeff Epping

10:30 – 10:45 - Break

10:45 - 11:45 - Cultivating Coastal Resilience, Andy Brand

11:45 – 12:45 - Lunch and Explore the Gardens

12:45 – 2:00 - Hands-on Horticulture Stations throughout The Botanic Garden

2:00 – 3:00 - Expanding your Plant Palette, Brian Zimmerman and Speakers

3:00 – 3:15 - Break

3:15 – 4:15 - Designing with Intention, Rachel Jawin

Thursday (Day 1): Dinner

6:30 – 7:30 - Cocktails and Dinner

7:30 - Silent Auction Closes

7:45 – 8:30 - Live Auction

Friday (Day 2): Tour of Gardens, Natural Areas, and Nursery

8:30 – 9:00 - Welcome and Overview

9:00 - Buses Depart from 1490 Red Drive

9:00 – 10:30 - Tour of Location #1

10:30 – 12:00 - Tour of Location #2

12:00 - 2:00 - Lunch and Tour of Location #3

2:00 – 3:15 - Nursery Tour

3:15 – 4:30 - Tour of The Botanic Garden at Historic Barns Park

Organized by

The Botanic Garden at Historic Barns Park

Located in the heart of Traverse City – on the beautiful grounds of Historic Barns Park – The Botanic Garden will be a year-round sanctuary of environmental preservation, recreation and education. Its 25 acres will nurture the soul, enliven our history and promote Michigan’s natural beauty. With an emphasis on plant species native to northwest Michigan, it will create and enhance habitats for various forms of wildlife. As a place of refreshment and solace, The Botanic Garden’s unique and original design will inform and inspire. After over a decade of careful planning and preparation, the garden is coming alive. Visit our website at TheBotanicGarden.org to learn more.

Become a Member!

Members of The Botanic Garden at Historic Barns Park enjoy a range of exclusive benefits. As a member, you will receive discounts on purchases in our Visitor Center Gift Shop and at a growing list of local retailers. Plus access to exclusive events, discounts on classes and workshops offered by The Garden, and much more. Membership can be purchased online at https://thebotanicgarden.org/.

$169 – $1,999