Past Events

  1. Herbaceous Plant School

    Jun 13, 2018, 10:00am - 4:00pm

    Presenters: Jim Chatfield – OSU Extension, Horticulture Specialist Erik Draper – OSU Extension, ANR Educator, Geauga Co. Pam Bennett – OSU Extension, ANR Educator, Clark Co. Matt Shultzman – OSU, Secrest Arboretum, Plant Materials Specialist Agenda:

  2. Guided Bird Walk

    Jun 9, 2018, 9:00am - 11:00am

    Members of the Greater Mohican Audubon Society guide birders of all skill levels. Spot birds, learn their calls, and discover their habitats in the arboretum. Parking and admission are free. Please dress for the weather.

  3. Friends of Secrest Plant Discovery Day

    May 12, 2018, 9:00am - 1:00pm

    A premier plant and art sale featuring hard-to-find annuals and perennials, herbs, woody plants and art for the home and landscape.  Children will enjoy the Bug Zoo and free tomato plant. Open to the public. Parking and admission are free. All proceeds support arboretum programing - research, education, outreach, and natural beauty.

  4. Plant Discovery Day Pre-Sale (Friends of Secrest Only)

    May 11, 2018, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

    Friends of Secrest Arboretum enjoy the best selection of annuals, perennials and herbs at this members only pre-sale. Friends of Secrest also receive a 10% pre-sale discount.

  5. Guided Spring/Pollinator Walk

    Apr 27, 2018, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

    Take a stroll through the arboretum and listen as our experts point out the signs of spring. Keep and eye out for early bloomers. Parking and admission are free. Dress for the weather.

  6. Guided Bird Walk

    Apr 14, 2018, 9:00am - 11:00am

    Members of the Greater Mohican Audubon Society guide birders of all skill levels. Spot birds, learn their calls, and discover their habitats in the arboretum. Parking and admission are free. Please dress for the weather.

  7. Winter Annual Weed ID Class

    Apr 10, 2018, 9:00am - 11:00am

    Not sure if it is a good plant or a bad plant? Come to the winter weed ID class and find out! This class covers identification of common winter annuals, and control options for them. Time will be spent outside in the gardens, so come dressed for the weather! Registration required. Fee: $10.00 member, $15.00 non-member.

  8. Floral Arranging Workshop

    Mar 23, 2018, 9:00am - 12:00pm

    This hands-on class is designed to teach basic floral design, using plants found in the home landscape. Participants have the opportunity to create and take home an arrangement. Registration required. Fee $25.00 member, $30.00 non-member.

  9. Pruning Workshop

    Mar 8, 2018, 8:00am - 12:00pm

    This introductory workshop covers basic pruning techniques. Topics include when to prune, required tools, tool care and making  proper cuts. Participants will have the opportunity to practice pruning skills. Fruit tree pruning will not be covered. Fee $25.00 member, $30.00 non-member. Register today!

  10. Guided Winter Walk

    Feb 23, 2018, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

    On this late-February walk, enjoy winter scenes of Witchhazel, Lenten Rose, colorful conifers, native grasses and Parrotia. Witchhazels are stealing the show in Secrest! Experience the season’s best flowers and fragrances. Please dress for the weather.

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