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The classes at the Atlanta Botanical Garden offer as much variety as the plants in the collections.

Adult classes range from the artistic, like floral design and watercolor painting, to hands-on practical gardening workshops.

Many noted environmental and horticultural experts hold lectures at the Garden throughout the year.

Amphibians of Georgia

Saturday, July 31

9:30 - 11:30 a.m.

Georgia is one of the most amphibian-rich states in the nation. Learn to identify many native frogs and salamanders by sight and (in the case of frogs) sound, and learn the REAL difference between a toad and a frog.

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Seasonal Wine Pairing Series

First Tuesdays, May – October
May 6, June 3, July 6, August 3, September 7

6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Join us in the Outdoor Kitchen, nestled within the lush surroundings of the Edible Garden, for a relaxing and flavorful evening. As a chef prepares freshly-harvested seasonal appetizers, taste an assortment of specially and carefully selected wines. Learn how to pair your wines to maximize flavors and tastes, and gain a deeper understanding of the flavor profile of the chosen wines. Come away confident with your knowledge of how to select wines to enhance the pleasure of enjoying foods at their seasonal best. More Information

Yoga in the Garden

Tuesdays, July 20 - August 4

6:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Practice yoga surrounded by the beauty of the organically-grown Rose Garden. Transform body, mind and spirit through a flowing series of postures and breath work in the open air of spring and summer! Perfect for all levels. Bring a mat with you to class. More Information

Sustainable Southern Gardening

Wednesdays, August 4 – 25

6:30 – 8:30 p.m.

New gardeners will benefit from this popular class based on the instructor’s knowledge of environmentally and historically correct landscaping. Well-planned and well-executed landscaping can thrive while being sustainable. Topics for this class include plant selection, soil preparation, herb and pollinator gardens, focal points, hardscaping and more.

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Plants that Beat the Heat

Saturday, August 7

9:30 – 11:30 a.m.

When the summer heat starts beating down full force, many of us find that our gardens take a turn for the worse. Learn about plants that can stand up to our torturous Georgia summers and still look fantastic. This course, which includes a walk through the Garden, will cover some old standards as well as new introductions that will keep your garden looking great into the fall.

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Japanese Maple Primer

Saturday, August 14

9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Learn from an Atlanta expert how to care for and prune your Japanese Maple tree. This class will cover the selection, planting, and care of Japanese Maples, with an emphasis on basic pruning techniques. The identification of common problems and the methods used for correcting them will also be discussed.

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The Well-Seasoned Chef Series

Third Wednesdays, May - October

6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Each month during The Well-Seasoned Chef Series, some of Atlanta's finest farm-to-table chefs host an intimate culinary experience in the Edible Garden Outdoor Kitchen. Learn from the best, as each chef prepares a four-part tasting menu with freshly-harvested foods.

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Drawing Trees

Tuesdays, August 24 – September 21

10 a.m. – 1 p.m. or 6 – 9 p.m.

Celebrate trees by learning to draw them with pencil, pen, marker and charcoal. With the focus on trees native to Georgia, students will draw leaves and branches, tree trunks and bark, tree bases and roots, and tree structures and shapes. Join us for this fun and life-affirming art class.

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Plan Your Autumn Veggie Garden

Thursday, August 26

6:30 – 8:30 p.m.

In Georgia, you can have a beautiful and productive vegetable garden well past the summer harvest of tomatoes and squash. All it takes is a bit of planning, and this class will teach you how. Find out about vegetables and herbs that perform well throughout the autumn months and learn important techniques for improving results for a delicious harvest up to and beyond the first frost.

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Start Your Autumn Veggie Seeds

Saturday, August 28

9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Growing your vegetables from seed can be a fun and empowering experience. Learn seed sowing and transplanting techniques, as well as after-care tips, for cool weather annuals, herbs and vegetables. Students will leave with their seeds started for a complete autumn garden.

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Growing Roses in Atlanta

Saturday, September 11

9:30-11:30 a.m.

Roses can lace dreamy fragrance and repeat blooms through out your garden for months out of the year. Come learn how to select the ideal roses for your landscape. Essential maintenance with an emphasis on organic methods will be discussed.

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Japanese Maple Pruning: An Aesthetic Approach

Saturday, September 18
9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Learn how to prune your Japanese maple successfully. The science and art of aesthetic pruning will be emphasized. Seasonal pruning, form enhancement, essence and early training will be discussed.

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Chocolate Workshop

Tuesday, September 21

6:30- 8:30 p.m.

The unique aroma, flavor and melt-in-your-mouth texture of chocolate provide a satisfaction that few foods can. In this chocolate-lover's workshop, taste the difference in milk, semisweet, bittersweet and white chocolate. Then learn how best to use each of them in cooking and baking. Students will make Basic Chocolate Truffles, Spiked Chocolate Truffles, Ebony and Ivory Truffles, Chocolate Dipped Strawberries, and Chocolate Pâté with Cabernet Cordial

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Growing and Using Herbs

Saturday, September 25

9:30-11:30 a.m.

Growing an herb garden in Georgia has its challenges, and this class offers methods of successful herb gardening in the Atlanta area. Learn how to prepare your soil and select your varieties for the best results in your garden. Students will also learn about preservation techniques and some dynamite recipes.

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Chocolate in 5 Courses

Tuesday, September 28

6:30- 8:30 p.m.

Are you a Chocoholic? Do you ever wonder how you can sneak chocolate into your savory dishes? In this Chef's Table class, learn how to create an entire meal with chocolate. The menu for the class includes Bacon Wrapped Shrimp and Chocolate Grits, Beer Cheese Soup with Chocolate Croutons, Herbed Salad with Cocoa Nibs, Cranberries & Goats Cheese Crumbles, Spiced Cocoa Rub Covered Short Ribs Braised in Chocolate Stout with Grilled Fingerling Potatoes & Succotash, and Chocolate Peanut Butter Paté.

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