Throughout the year, the New Canaan Beautification League offers a variety of educational programs, hands-on workshops, garden tours, and special events designed to inspire a love of gardening, conservation, and community beautification. Whether you’re an experienced gardener or simply enjoy beautiful places and connecting with your community, there’s something for everyone. Many programs are free and open to the public, while others are reserved for members or require advance registration. Please see the calendar below for details. Please click the title of each event to register!
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A Guide to Starting a Cut Flower Garden, with Betheny Naccarato
Do you dream of fresh, homegrown bouquets on your kitchen table from spring through the first frost? Join us for an inspiring presentation on how to select, grow, and harvest flowers for a continuous season of blooms. We’ll go beyond basic garden planning to highlight high-performing varieties—from “cut-and-come-again” annuals to structural perennials and long-lasting bulbs. Learn how to stagger plantings for nonstop color and explore standout favorites like cosmos, zinnias, and dahlias, along with the foliage and fillers that bring arrangements to life. Whether you’re starting your first cutting garden or looking to extend your season, this class will give you the tools to create your own private floral market—right in your backyard.
Bethany M. Naccarato is an author, gardening educator, and owner of Blueacre Garden. A Connecticut native, she discovered her love of gardening early, growing vegetables with her grandparents and tending her home’s flower beds. In 2023, Bethany launched @BlueacreGarden across Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube, where she shares practical tips, problem-solving advice, and inspiration for gardeners of all levels. Today, she reaches over 600,000 followers across her social media platforms.