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Garden Sprouts
The Garden Sprouts program is designed to introduce kids ages 4 and 5 to the world of plants and gardens. Programs include stories, crafts, and walks to complement hands-on fun with plants.
Children must be accompanied by an adult; fee is for the child only.
Registration Information
Pre-registration is required for all programs unless otherwise indicated. A full refund will be given if the Arboretum must cancel or reschedule a program due to inadequate enrollment, instructor illness, or inclement weather. We will make every reasonable attempt to notify you if a program is cancelled.
A $3 administrative fee will be charged for each program cancellation that you initiate. A full refund, less the administrative fee, will be given with a minimum notice of two weeks. A 50% refund will be given with a minimum notice of one week. NO REFUNDS will be given with less than one week's notice.
Full payment must accompany each registration. Payment may be made via check or charge; VISA and MasterCard are welcome. To register: print and mail/fax the registration form (see link to the left), call 610-566-9134 ext. 215, or stop in.
Upcoming Dates
Tue, Mar 16, 1pm - 2pm
First Vegetables
Help Tyler with the first plantings of Spring!
St. Patrick’s Day tells us it is time to get the first seeds in the ground. Help plant peas, beets, and cabbage in the garden and then plant a container to take home. Designed to introduce kids to the world of plants and gardens, these programs include stories, crafts, and hands-on fun with plants. Children must be accompanied by an adult; fee is for the child only.
$6 Fee for members $8 Fee for non-members
Pre-registration required.
For more information
Contact Joanne Landau, Registrar at 610-566-9134 ext. 215 or jlandau@tylerarboretum.org
Tue, Mar 30, 1pm - 2pm
Tough Flowers
Search for Tyler's rough and tough flowers, then plant your own!
Veggies aren’t the only hardy plants for spring – there are also some tough and hardy flowers that like the cold. Join a flower hunt and plant some Johnny-Jump-Ups.
Designed to introduce kids to the world of plants and gardens, this program includes a story, craft, and hands-on fun with plants. Children must be accompanied by an adult; fee is for the child only.
$6 Fee for members $8 Fee for non-members
Pre-registration required.
For more information
Contact Joanne Landau, Registrar at 610-566-9134 ext. 215 or jlandau@tylerarboretum.org
Tue, Apr 6, 1pm - 2pm
Garden Sprouts: Buried Treasure
Digging and Planting is Such Fun with Mother Nature
Learn what daffodils and onions have in common as we dig up and plant some buried botanical treasure!
$6 Fee for members $8 Fee for non-members
Pre-registration required.
For more information
Contact Joanne Landau, Registrar at 610-566-9413 x.215 or jlandau@tylerarboretum.org
Tue, Apr 13, 1pm - 2pm
Garden Sprouts: Plants In A Tiny Package!
Experience the wonder of what seeds bring
Explore the world of seeds; each one is a tiny plant in a tiny package. Learn how they grow and how they travel.
$6 Fee for members $8 Fee for non-members
Pre-registration required.
For more information
Contact Joanne Landau, Registrar at 610-566-9413 x.215 or jlandau@tylerarboretum.org
Tue, Apr 20, 1pm - 2pm
Garden Sprouts: Roots and Shoots
Exploration at the Arboretum - kid style!
How do plants drink water? Do they always stand up straight? Come explore the role of our garden friends, the roots and shoots.
$6 Fee for members $8 Fee for non-members
Pre-registration required.
For more information
Contact Joanne Landau, Registrar at 610-566-9413 x.215 or jlandau@tylerarboretum.org
Tue, Apr 27
Garden Sprouts: Leafing OUT!
Spring is the best time to experience the new leaves
Discover the many shapes and sizes of leaves and which ones are good to eat!
$6 Fee for members $8 Fee for non-members
Pre-registration required.
For more information
Contact Joanne Landau, Registrar at 610-566-9413 x.215 or jlandau@tylerarboretum.org
