Art in the Garden

 

Registration Information

Explore a day of art in the Gardens with experts, garden tours, and hands-on experiences in beautiful Brookgreen Gardens.

 

EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION 

January 10 - January 30 | Members Only: $75 

 

GENERAL REGISTRATION 

January 31 - March 7 | Members: $100 · Non-members: $125 

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Symposium Information and Schedule

2025 Garden Symposium: Art in the Gardens
Immerse yourself in the beauty and creativity of gardens at the 2025 Garden Symposium: Art in the 
Gardens on March 15, 2025, at Brookgreen Gardens. This inspiring event features renowned keynote 
speaker Jay Sifford, an award-winning landscape designer celebrated for his innovative approach to 
contemporary garden design.

The symposium will explore the intersection of art and nature through a series of engaging 
presentations, including topics such as roses, historical gardens and design, contemporary garden 
aesthetics, and the museum perspective on garden artistry. The day will conclude with a dynamic 
panel discussion on The Art of Designing and Maintaining the Garden, featuring experts in 
horticulture, pest management , plants, and landscape design.

Join us for this one-of-a-kind event celebrating the artistry, history, and innovation behind the 
world’s most extraordinary gardens. Spend the day at beautiful Brookgreen Gardens, exploring 
sustainable gardening through expert-led presentations, immersive garden tours, and hands-on 
experiences.

Keynote Speaker
Title: Let's Make Some Garden Magic!

Description: A garden is more than a way to decorate a yard, or a collection of plants. It’s an 
immersive place, full of magic, mystery, intrigue and surprises that connects to our inner being 
and transports us to another place and time. Learn how to design a magical garden that allows your 
imagination to soar.

Live Demonstrations (3/15/25)

1. Floral Arranging Demonstration
2. Soil Information and Demonstration
3. Introduction to Container Gardening
4. Contemporary Sculpture Demonstration

Behind the Scenes Tours:
Brookgreen Gardens will offer behind-the-scenes tours throughout the day on March 14, 2025, and in 
the early morning on March 15, before the Symposium begins. To sign up for the tours and workshops, 
you will need to register for the Garden Symposium on March 15, 2025. Capacity is limited.

3/14

10:00 – 11:00 Greenhouse Complex Tour 

Join our Director of Greenhouse and Plant Collections Kerry Rapp for a tour of Brookgreen Gardens’ 
greenhouse and nursery complex. Kerry will discuss how staff and volunteers manage the production 
of over 40,000 plants each year, including the warm/cool season annuals for the Garden, the fall 
and spring plant sales, and poinsettias for Nights of a Thousand Candles. Registrants will get a 
unique,
behind-the-scenes look at Brookgreen's new and expanding orchid collection.

Tickets: $10

 

10:00 – 12:00 Grafting Workshop

Join us for a hands-on Grafting Workshop led by Evan R. Baker, Production Manager at Moore Farms 
Botanical Garden. This unique workshop offers participants the opportunity to learn the art and 
science of plant grafting, an essential horticultural technique for propagating and improving 
plants. Under Evan’s expert guidance, you will explore the fundamentals of grafting and gain 
practical experience working with two different plant specimens. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener 
or a curious beginner, this workshop provides the perfect opportunity to expand your horticultural 
skills and take home valuable knowledge to apply in your own garden.

Tickets: $50

 

11:00 – 12:00: Zoo Horticulture Tour

Join Kaela Miller, Brookgreen Gardens' Plant Collections Coordinator, for a botanical tour of the Lowcountry Zoo. 
The Lowcountry Zoo is home to animals and plants native to South Carolina. Discover the unique horticultural
needs of a native animal zoo and gain a deeper appreciation for the beauty of the native landscape. 

Tickets: $10

 

1:00 – 3:00: Living Succulent Wreath Workshop

Welcome the beauty of spring with a hands-on Succulent Wreath Workshop at Brookgreen Gardens. Learn 
the art of creating a lush, living wreath using a variety of vibrant succulents, perfect for adding 
a touch of greenery to your home or garden.

Guided by our expert instructor, you’ll discover step-by-step techniques for arranging and caring 
for your wreath to ensure it thrives throughout the season. All materials, including a wire frame, 
moss, and an assortment of succulents, will be provided.
This workshop is perfect for gardeners and crafters of all skill levels. Take home your own living 
masterpiece and a new skill to enjoy for seasons to come!

Tickets: $60

 

1:00 – 2:00 Greenhouse Complex Tour

Join our Director of Greenhouse and Plant Collections Kerry Rapp for a tour of Brookgreen Gardens’ 
greenhouse and nursery complex. Kerry will discuss how staff and volunteers manage the production 
of over 40,000 plants each year, including the warm/cool season annuals for the Garden, the fall 
and spring plant sales, and poinsettias for Nights of a Thousand Candles. Registrants will get a 
unique,
behind-the-scenes look at Brookgreen's new and expanding orchid collection.

Tickets: $10

 

1:00 – 3:00 : Ginkgo: A Walk in Nature at Brookgreen Gardens

Experience the beauty of Brookgreen Gardens through the art of haiku in this interactive Haiku 
Workshop led by poet Miho Kinnas. Drawing on the centuries-old tradition of composing haiku in 
nature, participants will explore the gardens’ stunning landscapes and create their own poems 
inspired by its unique blend of nature, history, and art. Miho Kinnas, a celebrated Japanese 
writer, poet, and translator, will guide you through an innovative step-by-step process for 
crafting haiku, using a curated list of sentiments and prompts to spark creativity.

Tickets: $30

 

3/15

7:00 – 8:00: Greenhouse Complex Tour

Join our Director of Greenhouse and Plant Collections Kerry Rapp for a tour of Brookgreen Gardens’ 
greenhouse and nursery complex. Kerry will discuss how staff and volunteers manage the production 
of over 40,000 plants each year, including the warm/cool season annuals for the Garden, the fall 
and spring plant sales, and poinsettias for Nights of a Thousand Candles. Registrants will get a 
unique,
behind-the-scenes look at Brookgreen's new and expanding orchid collection.

Tickets: $10

7:00 – 8:00: Bethea’s Garden Tour
Tickets: $10