Garden Programs
Learn from the professionals!
The Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden's professional horticulturists are delighted to provide year-round classes for the plant enthusiast and home gardener. From relaxing garden tours to "down and dirty" hands-on classes, our world famous botanical garden is the place to hone your skills with those who not only know "how" but also "why."
New! Register Online 
When are Garden Programs available?
- See below for dates and topics.
How much are Garden Programs?
- Prices vary. See below for more details.
Where do Garden Programs take place?
- Most sessions will meet in the Frisch’s Theater in the Harold C. Schott Education Center or in the Tree Tops building. Confirmation materials will be sent once you have registered.
Questions? Contact us at (513) 559-7767 or email registrars@cincinnatizoo.org
Landscaping for the Homeowner Garden Series
Join us for one of the most informative and complete landscape series for homeowners in the area. If you are planning on garden renovation or a new installation in your landscape, these classes provide great insight on design, preparation, and plant selection with emphasis on plants that do best in the Tri-state area. Classes are offered separately, but also build upon one another. Take time now to gain the knowledge of soil preparation, maintenance, and plant selection, and you'll be ready to hit the ground in spring, creating a thriving and beautiful garden.
Sign up for individual classes, or for the entire series and save!
- Cost per Class: $10/ Member, $12/ Non-member
- Cost for Series: $70/ Member, $90/ Non-member
Fall Dates and Topics
| Topic | Description | Date |
|---|---|---|
| DESIGN YOUR LANDSCAPE PART 1 | The focus of this class is the simple steps that every designer takes when evaluating a new landscape or renovating an existing landscape. Basic design principles will be discussed. Register Online | Jan. 20: 7-9pm |
| DESIGN YOUR LANDSCAPE PART 2 | This is a more in-depth look at where plants go and why they go there. we will discuss the size and scale of the landscape, as well as proper bed preparation. Register Online | Jan. 27: 7-9pm |
| TREES IN LANDSCAPE | Choosing the right tree for your landscape can be a costly decision. A slide presentation will illustrate the various types of trees that you can use. Shade trees, flowering trees, patio trees and evergreen trees will be presented. Register Online |
Feb. 3: 7-9pm |
| SHRUBS IN LANDSCAPE | View a slide presentation on the best shrubs for Cincinnati area landscapes. Whether you have sun or shade, wet or dry soil, this class will present the possibilities of shrubs for the home landscape. Special emphasis will be on the newest and hardiest varieties for this area. Register Online | Feb. 10: 7-9pm |
| ANNUALS: COLORS IN LANDSCAPE | Have you ever wondered what the secrets are to having lots of color in your landscape? Find out what the newest and best annuals are that tolerate Cincinnati summers. Container gardening with annuals will also be covered. Register Online | Feb. 17: 7-9pm |
| LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE AND LAWN CARE | This class will cover proper landscape maintenance techniques from spring to fall- what to do and when to do it. Learn about the tools that make the job easier. In addition, learn the basics of a green lawn. Pruning, weed control, fertilization, insect and disease control for the complete landscape will all be covered. Register Online | Feb. 24: 7-9pm |
| PERENNIAL DESIGN | This class presents basic design concepts for perennial gardens, including butterfly gardens, shade gardens, water gardens and more. A slide show will help paint a picture after discussing the concepts. Register Online | March 3: 7-9pm |
PERENNIAL PLANTS PART 1 |
This is the first of a two part series covering perennial plants for the landscape. Perennials can be used in many ways and for many purposes. A slide show will include the top 50 perennials for the landscape. Register Online | March 10: 7-9pm |
| PERENNIAL PLANTS PART 2 | The second part of perennial plants will also be a slide show of perennials for the landscape. This group will include ornamental grasses, roses, vines and other great perennial plants. Register Online | March 17: 7-9pm |
| GARDENING FOR WILDLIFE | This class will focus on creating specialized areas of the landscape for wildlife gardening including butterfly and bird gardens and utilizing native plants in the landscape. Register Online | March 24: 7-9pm |
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