Tuesday, 18 June 2013

Gardening Lectures every Thursday at Elm Bank

Thursdays at the Hort Lecture Series

Membership - Come. Learn. Grow

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Weddings & Functions at the Gardens at Elm Bank

Weddings at Elm Bank

Come. Learn. Grow in the Gardens


The Fountain Is Back!

The fountain in the lily pond of the Italianate Garden has been restored by Daedalus, Inc. with the generous support of the Amelia Peabody Charitable Fund.

fountain being lowered by crane
fountain being lowered by crane
restored fountain
restored fountain closeup

Garden Tours

Please join us for group garden tours each Tuesday at 10 a.m. beginning April 30th through October. Members: Free, Non-members: $10. The Group meets at the entrance near the Welcome Garden.

Volunteering at the Gardens at Elm Bank

Volunteering at the Gardens at Elm Bank is a great way to learn, enjoy the beauty of the surroundings, and meet new friends. With over 8 gardens at Elm Bank, our volunteer gardeners get to experience a variety of gardens types...from the trial garden, to Weezie's children’s' garden, to the Bressingham Garden, to a chef's and food pantry vegetable gardens...to the Crocket Memorial Garden and the Italianate Garden. Work alongside our Garden Keepers, Staff, and Master Gardeners...and people just like you.
Volunteer Opportunities at The Gardens at Elm Bank

 

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Mass Hort and Elm Bank Featured in Boston Globe
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Child and fountain at Gardens of Elm Bank


The Gardens at Elm Bank

Massachusetts Horticultural Society welcomes you to our gardens and horticultural center, located on 36-acres in the historic Elm Bank Reservation. We offer hands-on opportunities for adults and children to experience, enjoy, and learn about plants and the environment. The site includes various gardens, including the Bressingham Garden designed by Adrian Bloom, the historic Italianate Garden, our new Garden to Table Chef's Garden and its Food Pantry Garden, an educational New England Trial Garden, and the whimsical Weezie's Garden for Children. Several plant societies and garden clubs have also installed permanent demonstration and display gardens at Elm Bank. Please check our calendar for our schedule of events, lectures, and classes that are held during the year. Additionally, we offer a unique event venue for weddings, receptions, parties, and corporate outings. Please visit our events or education section to learn more.

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HOURS OF OPERATION

The Massachusetts Horticultural Society's gardens and the grounds at Elm Bank are open daily from 8:00 a.m. to dusk and are free to members. The suggested donation for non-members is $5 per adult. Children under 17 may enter the gardens at no charge when accompanied by an adult. We also have specially-priced Elm Bank Garden memberships available at the admissions office. The grounds and gardens of Elm Bank are handicap-accessible. Click here for directions.

PLEASE SUPPORT MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY

Funding for the society's operations comes from an endowment, proceeds from the flower show, membership, an annual fund, and grants from foundations, corporations, and government sources. We do not receive State or Federal funds to care for our property at Elm Bank. The Massachusetts Horticultural Society is governed by a board of trustees and overseers who also provide governance and support, and a dedicated team of volunteers helps carry out numerous activities.

Donate now to the Massachusetts Horticultural SocietyThe Massachusetts Horticultural Society is a 501 (c ) (3) non profit organization and we are able to care for our horticultural center at Elm Bank and deliver our mission because of the generosity of supporters like you. Please consider a donation today.



MEMBERSHIP

Joining the Massachusetts Horticultural Society is the perfect way to grow your gardening skills throughout the year, receive some great benefits, and support the work that we do. To learn more about membership and to join the Massachusetts Horticultural Society, please check out our membership pages.

VOLUNTEER

The Massachusetts Horticultural Society is surrounded by a wonderful community of volunteers. People who share our vision and our love for gardening, gardens, plants, and the environment. You can help us with your time as a volunteer.

MASS HORT LIBRARY

Massachusetts Horticultural Society maintains a library that is one of the oldest horticultural resource centers in the world and is renowned for its collection of books related to early agriculture, horticulture, and landscape design.

MASTER GARDENERS AT MASS HORT

Massachusetts Master Gardeners (MMGA) provide horticultural information to the gardening public at various festivals and community events. They operate a year-round MG Help Line. See the schedule for times and dates.

AWARDS
Mass Hort has a long tradition of recognizing excellence in its various awards programs. These include the Massachusetts Horticultural Society Honorary Medals, Visiting Gardens Awards, and the annual Boston Flower & Garden Show Awards.

For more detailed information on our programs, please visit the other sections of this site, or call 617-933-4900.

 

 
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Gardening Help

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About the Massachusetts Horticultural Society

Massachusetts Horticultural Society LogoFounded in 1829, the Massachusetts Horticultural Society is dedicated to encouraging the science and practice of horticulture and developing the public's enjoyment, appreciation, and understanding of plants and the environment.