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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Cricket Hill History of Peonies
Daniel Furman of Cricket Hill Garden in Thomaston, CT will dive into the diverse world of peonies. From their roots as medicinal plants in China and Europe, to symbols of wealth and prestige in Imperial China, and finally to a perennial suitable for almost any landscape today, peonies hold a special place in the hearts of gardeners the world over. The talk will intertwine the rich history of this storied plant along with practical advice on growing great peonies in New England.