Past Lectures & Workshops

iPhone Photography, Part One: Art of the Snapshot

w/ Anthony Graziano

Saturday, May 30th, 9:30 AM – 2:00 PM

Part One in this introduction to cell phone photography will give you the skills to capture the initial snapshot towards making high-quality photographs you’ll be proud to share and display.

Two Part Series: The “iCamera” is designed to be intuitive enough for novices to capture snapshots, while offering the complexity required for enthusiasts to express their artistic vision. To unlock the full creative potential of your iPhone camera, it is essential to gain a deeper understanding of its capabilities, strengths, and limitations. Coupled with a solid grasp of key photographic techniques, you’ll be well on your way to a rewarding photography experience. Anthony will guide you through a range of topics, including camera setup, navigating the camera app, composition guidelines, fundamental photographic techniques, and basic photo editing tips. Many app features and photographic techniques are not exclusive to iPhones. Androids welcomed!

ANTHONY GRAZIANO is an award-winning fine art photographer, author and educator who has been capturing the beauty of the natural world through photography for more than 30 years.

Propagation (and Intro to Grafting): A Hands-on Workshop

w/ Dr. Mark Bridgen (Cornell  University & Long Island Horticultural and Research Center)

Friday, May 29th, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM

During this hands-on workshop, the basics of plant propagation will be covered. The importance of environmental factors such as water, temperature, and light will be discussed as well as propagation media. Vegetative propagation techniques such as cuttings, layering, division, and grafting will be highlighted during this workshop. Proper sanitation, hormone applications, troubleshooting challenges such as damping-off, poor rooting, and other issues will be covered. Come ready to get your hands dirty with a special leaf cutting exercise; participants will be able to take home their propagated plants

DR. MARK BRIDGEN is a Professor of Horticulture and Plant Breeding & Genetics at Cornell University for 24 years (2002-2026). Dr. Bridgen’s areas of expertise include plant breeding, ornamental horticulture, plant propagation, herbaceous ornamental plants, and plant tissue culture & micropropagation.  Prior to Cornell University, Mark was a Professor of Horticulture at the University of Connecticut for 18 years. Mark’s breeding research currently involves the ornamental plants Alstroemeria, Impatiens, Vitex, and several Chilean bulb species. Currently, his primary research project is breeding Impatiens plants for resistance to Impatiens Downy Mildew. Dr. Bridgen is also responsible for Cornell University’s first patents with ornamental plants, Alstroemeria ‘Mauve Majesty’ and ‘Tangerine Tango’. His newest patented plant, Alstroemeria ‘Coral Chaos’ was introduced two years ago. Mark has published more than 300 publications including the book: “Plants from Test Tubes: An Introduction to Micropropagation.” Mark has been teaching the Plant Propagation class for Cornell since 2015, and is actively involved with research on plant propagation and micropropagation. Mark’s extension and outreach activities are well known throughout New York and nationally. Mark served as Director of the Long Island Horticultural Research and Extension Center (LIHREC) in Riverhead, NY until 2023.

Rainforest Frames: A Mother’s Day Treat

w/ Kerry Ann McLean, Horticulturist

Saturday, May 9th, 10:30 AM

Join horticulturist Kerry Ann McLean as she guides guests through the creative process of crafting living wall gardens made of semi-epiphytic tropical plants attached to rot-resistant frames; choose from the many exotic plants Landcraft Environments, the wholesale nursery attached to the Garden, is best known for. This workshop will specifically explain how to combine plants based on their specific needs, the fundamentals of composition, the mechanics of attaching plants to a vertical surface and the long-term care and rejuvenation of these mini-ecologies. A treat for friends, family and, of course, mom. Light refreshments to be served.

KERRY ANN MCLEAN is Landcraft Garden Foundation’s former Head Gardener. Trained at Longwood Gardens, Kennett Square, PA, Kerry Ann brings to the North Fork years of experience as a grounds and estate manager, public gardener, Horticulture Specialist for W. Atlee Burpee Seed Company, plant buyer for Terrain, the garden-lifestyle brand of Urban Outfitters and Senior Horticulturist for Longwood Gardens.

Monitoring the Migration: Observations and Identification

w/ Ben Bolduc

Friday, May 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th – 8:00 AM

Diversity is at the core of Landcraft’s ethos. Whether it be vegetive, two legged, or four, Landcraft welcomes all; and in May, Landcraft is especially excited to welcome back to the garden its migrating feathered friends, the birds. Through mindful gardening practice, Landcraft, over the years, has become a proud and very special bird sanctuary with a glorious diversity of birds either passing through or nesting within its 17 acres. Join Birding Guide, Ben Bolduc, as he helps guests see and understand the calls and habits of all the birds, conspicuous and inconspicuous, making Landcraft their home.

BEN BOLDUC, a Mattituck resident and avid birder, has travelled extensively to view birds in their native habitats including the Lower Rio Grande Valley, of Texas, the boreal forest of the Adirondacks, Monhegan Island, Maine, and the Andes mountains and rainforests of Ecuador. Today, Ben leads guided walks for the North Fork Audubon Society, friends, and family, helping others discover the captivating world of birds. Ben looks forward to sharing his passion for birds and the spectacle of migration this year at Landcraft Gardens.

Meadow Restoration & Maintenance

w/ Brittany Champey (Spadefoot Design and Construction) & The Long Island Conservancy

Saturday, April 25th, 10:30 AM

Learn how to successfully plant into and manage wild spaces with restoration expert Brittany Champey.

Meadow management on Long Island focuses on balancing ecological health with practical stewardship. Native meadows, often composed of grasses and wildflowers, provide critical habitats for birds, pollinators, and beneficial insects. Effective management includes invasive species control, soil health monitoring, and strategic planting to maintain healthy plant diversity. Thoughtful meadow care reduces runoff, supports local wildlife, and creates visually dynamic landscapes that change beautifully through the seasons while strengthening the region’s ecological resilience.

Weed ID and Management in the Natural Landscape

w/ Frank Piccininni (Spadefoot Ecosystem Solutions) & The Long Island Conservancy

Thursday, March 26, 2026, 10:30 AM

Learn practical management of emerging invasive weeds in the natural/ meadow landscape with expert ecologist Frank Piccininni.

Accurate weed identification is the foundation of responsible landscape management. Knowing the difference between invasive species, aggressive non-natives, and beneficial natives allows homeowners and land managers to make informed decisions for the most accurate care of their natural world. Proper identification can reduce unnecessary herbicide use, protect pollinators, and support biodiversity. In lawns, gardens, and naturalized areas, understanding the relationship between plants, their function within an ecology and why they may or may not be thriving will ultimately help promote healthier soils, stronger native plant communities, and more resilient landscapes.

Holiday Wreaths w/ Lilee Fell

Saturday, December 6,2025, 10am-12:30pm

Pick from an incredible assortment of unusual pine, cedar, cryptomeria and chamaecyparis boughs, freshly harvested from Landcraft’s own backyard. Add zing with berries, cones, dried florals, branches with character, gold, glitter and even fresh tropical cuts to make one of kind wreaths that will dazzle visiting friends and family. Floral designer Lilee Fell will show guests all the best tips and techniques for making a lasting and beautiful seasonal door piece.

Sag Harbor-based Lilee Fell has been creating magnificent floral designs for over 20 years. Lilee is a fourth-generation horticulturalist and floral decorator with a background in the Arts who brings her eye for all-things-flowers and passion for production to weddings, events, gardens, and beyond.

iPhone Photography w/ Anthony Graziano

Saturday, October 18, 2025, 9:30 am – 2 pm

The “iCamera” is designed to be intuitive enough for novices to capture snapshots, while offering the complexity required for enthusiasts to express their artistic vision. To unlock the full creative potential of your iPhone camera, it is essential to gain a deeper understanding of its capabilities, strengths, and limitations. Coupled with a solid grasp of key photographic techniques, you’ll be well on your way to a rewarding photography experience. Anthony will guide you through a range of topics, including camera setup, navigating the camera app, composition guidelines, fundamental photographic techniques, and basic photo editing tips

Anthony Graziano is an award winning fine art photographer, author and educator who has captured the beauty of the natural world through his photography for more than 30 years. As an artist, Anthony’s vision flows from what is perceived to what is felt and finally, to what is seen.H is photographic approach often involves spending extended periods of time within a location to absorb it’s unique energy before attempting preserve the experience in a photograph. The resulting imagery is striking in its simultaneous ability to be both emotionally calming and visually stimulating. The vibrant color palette, layering and creative use of light are arresting and combine to convey a true sense of serenity. Anthony’s artistic vision and creative approach succeed in the very rare quality of capturing a true sense of time and place that draw us into his images allowing the viewer to “experience” the beauty of the natural world.

Anthony was honored by being selected by the Andy Warhol Foundation as an Artist in Residence and with numerous gallery exhibitions. He is a past board member of the East End Arts Council and the Friends of Wertheim National Wildlife Refuge.

Garden Design: Two Perspectives

Wednesday, August 13th, 2025 10 AM – 12:00 PM

In surveys and from conversations, we understand that you, our friends and guests of LGF, want to understand the design dialogues and happy accidents that made the Garden as it is today. During open days, staff and volunteers can, at best, offer tidbits into the intentionality that connects all the different rooms, features and plant combinations. However, there is usually just not enough time for a deep dive, until now. Join The Garden’s creators Dennis Schrader and Bill Smith as they offer two comprehensive but different perspectives on the design process. Learn their tips and tricks to making a great garden.

Natives and More: Glover Perennials in the Garden with Jim Glover

Wednesday, July 30, 2025 10 AM – 12:00 PM

Join Jim Glover as he tours Landcraft Garden highlighting the strange and special plants that are specific to Glover Perennials.  The Garden at Landcraft is proud to grow an extraordinary number of Jim’s plants for their many outstanding qualities which Jim will explain. Learn which plants will give you multiple seasons of interest, feed pollinators early or late into the season, or have aesthetic forms that will enhance any design.  This is a rare opportunity to hear the many merits of relatively unknown plants from a master plantsman.

iPhone Photography with Anthony Graziano

Wednesday, July 23, 2025 9:30 AM – 2:00 PM

Your iPhone is more than just a camera—it’s a powerful creative tool waiting to be unlocked. Whether you’re a casual shooter or aspiring pro, this immersive workshop will show you how to harness its full potential for stunning nature photography. Join us in a serene natural setting for a hands-on experience that blends interactive discussions with personalized, in-field guidance. You’ll learn techniques to elevate your images beyond snapshots and capture the beauty of the natural world like never before. Plus, you’ll receive a beautifully designed eBook to keep as a lasting source of inspiration. Don’t just take photos—create art. More details on the Eventbrite registration page.

Tree Pruning and Climbing with Wonderland Tree Care & Landscapes

When: Saturday, July 19, 2025 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Where: Landcraft Garden Foundation

Wonderland Tree Care & Landscapes is a professional tree care company that has been serving residential and commercial properties on the North Shore and East End of Long Island, for more than 30 years. They are dedicated to improving the health and aesthetics of trees and shrubs while preserving their value. Their fully trained staff is skilled in the art of ornamental tree and shrub pruning and the care and preservation of trees. In the Landcraft garden, they will demonstrate proper pruning techniques and lead a tree climbing exercise.

Painting in the Garden with Wendy Prellwitz

When: Friday, July 18, 2025 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Where: Landcraft Garden Foundation

Explore watercolor painting in beautiful Landcraft Garden with Wendy Prellwitz, taking inspiration from individual plants and the amazing garden environment. Wendy will review basic watercolor techniques, how to use materials & tools, and color mixing, The day begins with a plant form still life and moves on to vignette views working out in the garden. Some familiarity with watercolor is helpful, but not required, as all levels of experience are welcome.

Botanical Curation with Dr. Jonathan M. Lehrer, PhD

When: Wednesday, June 25, 2025 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Where: Landcraft Garden Foundation

Dr. Lehrer will guide you through the characteristics of begonias, orchids, and succulents, sharing insights into their evolutionary strategies and ecological roles. In addition to botanical science, this workshop will highlight how to integrate these plants into your own garden or design projects. Come ready to explore the wonder of nature and bring home practical ideas to transform your own green spaces.

Making More Plants: Propagation

When: Wednesday, June 18, 2025 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Where: Landcraft Garden Foundation

Join us for a hands-on workshop led by Amanda Profera designed to teach essential plant propagation methods. This workshop will focus on the techniques of herbaceous stem cuttings, evergreen hardwood cuttings, succulent propagation, monocot propagation, and air layering. Learn the best practices for each method, with special emphasis on techniques that are easy and accessible for home gardening. Practice propagating herbaceous plants using the most effective and simple methods, ensuring you leave with the knowledge and confidence to grow your own plant collection.

Flower and Foliage Arrangements

When: Saturday, June 14, 2025 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Where: Landcraft Garden Foundation

Renowned floral decorator Lilee Fell will demonstrate how to work with the movement of flowers, and help you create an arrangement that is an expression of yourself and your own style. Lilee travels to the Netherlands every year to see the newest trends in cut flowers, and has studied with great floral designers from Belgium, France, Germany, and Spain. She is a third-generation member of The Garden Club of America, has created floral décor for The Royal Family and clients throughout the East End and the Caribbean, and is known for being conscious of her environmental footprint.

Birding with Ben: Spring Migration in the Garden

When: Fridays in May 2025, 8AM-9AM
Where: Landcraft Garden Foundation

Diversity is at the core of Landcrafts’ ethos. Whether it be vegetive, two legged, or four, Landcraft welcomes all; and in May, Landcraft is especially excited to welcome back to the garden its migrating feathered friends, the birds. Through mindful gardening practice, Landcraft, over the years has become a proud and very special bird sanctuary with a glorious diversity of birds either passing through or nesting within its 17 acres. Join Birding Guide, Ben Bolduc, as he helps guests see and understand the calls and habits of all the birds, conspicuous and inconspicuous, making Landcraft their home.

An LGF Spring Preview, Inside and Out

When: Saturday, March 22, 2025 – 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Where: Landcraft Garden Foundation

There’s newness in the air this spring – the Garden is going into its fourth season as one of the must-see attractions of the North Fork, and its new conservatory is under construction. We a re pleased to welcome back perennial favorite Vincent A. Simeone, who will lead an eye-opening outdoor tour of a garden on the threshold of spring; then move indoors with Landcraft Environment’s co-owner, LGF’s co- founder, Dennis Schrader to preview the Landcraft private plant collection – a display of tropical plants from around the world – created and curated for decades by Dennis and Bill Smith. Simeone will highlight the wonders of landscape emerging from rest, while Schrader will inspire the plant collector in all of us.

A Chill In The Air: Dried Floral Wreaths for Fall

When: Saturday, October 5, 2024 – 10:00 am – 11:30 pm
Where: Landcraft Garden Foundation

Get crafty and grounded while learning the art of wreath-making! Using frames, vines, dried florals and picks, guest floral expert Beth White will walk participants through the steps of assembling a wreath that captures the essence of fall and all its wonders. From bare branches to dried fruits and flowers and maybe even a woodland creature or two, nothing is off limits, and every wreath will reflect your own inner artist. Frames and floral materials provided.

 

The Layered Garden: A Three Season Container

When: Saturday, September 21st, 2024 – 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Where: Landcraft Garden Foundation

There are dainty spring containers and riotous summer containers, containers of copper, gold, burgundy and purple for fall and sometimes an evergreen stuck in a pot for winter; but what if there was a container that spanned three seasons in one planting?  There is! Creating a layered container of bulbs, fall cabbages and dramatic dried autumnal florals gathered in the center can last from the early fall to late spring and even early summer. Join Landcraft Garden Foundation’s Head Gardener Kerry Ann McLean for this innovative and cost-effective floral display in a pot.  Learn all the tips and tricks to keeping this arrangement of live and dried material fresh and gorgeous for its full 8 months of display!

 

Honey Harvest at the Landcraft Garden

When: Saturday, August 31, 2024 – 10:30 am – 12:00 pm
Where: Landcraft Garden Foundation

Chris Kelly will teach participants how to better understand the importance of the bee, as well as how gardeners and wildlife lovers alike can contribute to their prosperity in our very own backyards. In addition to his informative walk & talk, Kelly will demonstrate his hands on approach to beekeeping, capped off with a demonstration on harvesting honey straight from the source. Come join us for a special closeup of the honeybee – learn the basics of how, why and what we do to establish a hive – then taste for yourself the wonder of raw, unfiltered honey.

 

Welcoming Wellness at the Landcraft Garden

When: Friday, August 30, 2024 – 4:30 pm – 6:30 pm
Where: Landcraft Garden Foundation

Immerse yourself in the tranquil surroundings of the pine grove with Lesaya Kelly as you engage in a guided meditation where you can mindfully release stressors and foster peace. Following the meditation, participants will embark on a silent walk through the Labyrinth. This tactile and sensory experience is designed to ground individuals in the present moment and promote a still mind. The event will conclude with a gathering where participants can share their reflections at the end of the silent walk.

 

Pilobolus Family Workshop

When: Sunday, August 25, 2024 – 10:00 am – 11:30 am
Where: Landcraft Garden Foundation

In a playful, productive and fast-paced workshop designed for families and people of all ages and abilities, we will create alphabet letters with the human body! The workshop begins with a Pilobolus warm-up and exploration of principles of collaborative creativity and partnering basics. Then Teaching Artists will guide participants to work together to create the human alphabet.

The Pilobolus Family Workshop was made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.

 

Garden Design: Three Perspectives

When: Saturday, August 3, 2024 – 10:00 am – 11:30 pm
Where: Landcraft Garden Foundation

In surveys and from conversations, we understand that you, our friends and guests of LGF, want to understand the design dialogues and happy accidents that made the Garden as it is today. During open days, staff and volunteers can, at best, offer tidbits into the intentionality that connects all the different rooms, features and plant combinations. However, there is usually just not enough time for a deep dive, until now. Join The Garden’s creators Dennis Schrader and Bill Smith, and LGF’s Head Gardener Kerry Ann McLean as they offer three comprehensive but different perspectives on the design process. Learn their tips and tricks to making a great garden.

Natives and More: Glover Perennials in the Garden

When: Wednesday, July 31, 2024 – 10 am – 11:30am
Where: Landcraft Garden Foundation

Join Jim Glover as he tours Landcraft Garden highlighting the strange and special plants that are specific to Glover Perennials.  The Garden at Landcraft is proud to grow an extraordinary number of Jim’s plants for their many outstanding qualities which Jim will explain. Learn which plants will give you multiple seasons of interest, feed pollinators early or late into the season, or have aesthetic forms that will enhance any design.  This is a rare opportunity to hear the many merits of relatively unknown plants from a master plantsman.

Glazed Planter Workshop

When: Saturday, July 27, 2024 – 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Where: Landcraft Garden Foundation

Using methods like traditional Majolica, Ester R. Kislin will teach students to glaze and decorate pre-made terracotta planters using metal oxides, stains and the unique brushwork required for glazing. This course includes instruction, inspiration, two planters, glazes, oxides and stains, and a firing. The finished products will be fired and returned for pick up approximately one week after the course completion.

 

Painting in the Garden: Plant Forms & Vignettes

When: Friday, July 19, 2024 – 9:30 am – 4:00 pm
Where: Landcraft Garden Foundation

Explore watercolor painting in beautiful Landcraft Garden with Wendy Prellwitz, taking inspiration from individual plants and the amazing garden environment. We will review basic watercolor techniques, how to use materials & tools, and color mixing, The day begins with a plant form still life and moves on to vignette views working out in the garden. Some familiarity with watercolor is helpful, but not required, as all levels of experience are welcome.

 

Digging Deeper, A Garden Conservancy Event: Topiary, Art of the Clipped Form

When: Saturday, July 13, 2024, 10:00am – 12:00pm
Where: Landcraft Garden Foundation

Topiary is the practice of training a plant into a shape through careful and repeat clipping and other manipulations. Topiary is also the plant that has been topiarized. At Landcraft Garden Foundation, we often assemble assorted classic topiaries (balls and cones) when building a tablescape for events. Singularly or in a group, nothing elevates display making as quickly as the topiary. Get the inside scoop on how to train a young houseplant cutting to a photo-ready tabletop topiary.

 

Pocket Meadow Containers: Pollinator Friendly Pots

When: Saturday, June 22, 2024 – 11:00am – 1:00pm
Where: Landcraft Garden Foundation

Pocket gardens and pocket meadows are bite-sized plantings; crammed with plants suggestive of much larger gardens or open spaces, they are often very small – sometimes no larger than a pot on a stoop.  But despite their size, they are great opportunities to expand an area’s plant diversity and to create much needed habitat for displaced pollinators looking for food, rest or places to nest. Make your own pollinator haven using locally-grown native and near native plants in a container perfect for your deck, porch or balcony. Landcraft’s horticulturist and educator will guide the selection and arrangement of plants and how to craft and incorporate additional nesting structures for beneficial insects and animals within the planting.

 

Monitoring the Migration: Bird Watching and Identification

When: Fridays, May 3, 10, 17, and 24, 2024 – 8 AM
Where: Landcraft Garden Foundation

Diversity is at the core of Landcrafts’ ethos. Whether it be vegetive, two legged, or four, Landcraft welcomes all; and in May, Landcraft is especially excited to welcome back to the garden its migrating feathered friends, the birds. Through mindful gardening practice, Landcraft, over the years has become a proud and very special bird sanctuary with a glorious diversity of birds either passing through or nesting within its 17 acres. Join Birding Guide, Ben Bolduc, as he helps guests see and understand the calls and habits of all the birds, conspicuous and inconspicuous, making Landcraft their home.

 

Close to Home: Bouquet Making with North Fork Flower Farm

When: Saturday, May 18, 2024 – 10:00am-12:00pm
Where: Landcraft Garden Foundation

Join us in a bouquet-making workshop using seasonal flowers grown by the North Fork Flower Farm in Southold. The workshop is two hours long and includes an introduction to floral design by the team at NFFF. Bouquets are made using seasonal May flowers grown on the farm and include anemone, ranunculus, tulips, blooming fruit branches, and more. All floral materials are provided. Bring your own vases or use our quart Mason jars. Charles Sherman and Drianne Benner will be leading the workshop.

 

Mossy Pots

When: Saturday, May 25, 2024 – 10:30am – 12:00pm
Where: Landcraft Garden Foundation

Learn how to encourage the growth of moss on a favorite piece of stone or pottery using simple ingredients and a touch of patience. Join LGF Head Gardener, Kerry Ann McLean, as she reviews the wonders of moss and demonstrates how to encourage its growth on terra cotta and stone.

 

Painting in the Garden: Plant Forms & Vignettes

When: Friday, July 19, 2024 – 9:30 am – 4:00 pm
Where: Landcraft Garden Foundation

Explore watercolor painting in beautiful Landcraft Garden with Wendy Prellwitz, taking inspiration from individual plants and the amazing garden environment. We will review basic watercolor techniques, how to use materials & tools, and color mixing, The day begins with a plant form still life and moves on to vignette views working out in the garden. Some familiarity with watercolor is helpful, but not required, as all levels of experience are welcome.

 

The Perfect Houseplant: Bromeliad Neoregelia

When: Saturday, April 13, 2024 –  10 AM – 11:30 AM
Where: Landcraft Garden Foundation

Meet your houseplant soulmate: Neoregelia – the blushing Bromeliad. Easy to care for, exceedingly vibrant and very happy indoors, this epiphytic plant doesn’t need soil, full sun or a lot of water. In fact, it thrives on relatively benign neglect (what more can you ask of any plant!). Join LGF Head Gardener and Educator, Kerry Ann McLean as she reviews the wonderful world of bromeliads, heralded most recently by NY Times columnist Margaret Roach as the easiest plant class to grow indoors. Pot up your own specimen plant in a hanging crate and discover how addicting to a collector this Genus can be!

 

Spring Zing: Seasonal Kokedamas

When: Saturday, March 30, 2024 – 10 AM – 11:30 AM
Where: Landcraft Garden Foundation

Want spring flowering plants without the heartache of a rogue late frost killing them prematurely? Make these manageable spring-inspired moss balls to decorate your home. Kokedama is the Japanese tradition of growing bonsai in balls of soil covered in moss. They are highly symbolic of the verdant earth; replace the bonsai with pansies, anemone, or bulbs, and they are the early bird songs of spring. Enjoy the color and vibrancy of spring flowering plants indoors, away from the fickleness of March and April temperatures. Hang them in windows, set them in saucers or glass, or place them on altars of driftwood – these giftable and fun living ornaments will delight guests and bring the promise of growth and renewal to your fingertips.

 

An LGF Spring Preview, Inside and Out

When: Saturday, March 23, 2024 – 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Where: Landcraft Garden Foundation

There’s newness in the air this spring – the Garden is going into its fourth season as one of the must-see attractions of the North Fork, and its new conservatory is under construction. We a re pleased to welcome back perennial favorite Vincent A. Simeone, who will lead an eye-opening outdoor tour of a garden on the threshold of spring; then move indoors with Landcraft Environment’s co-owner, LGF’s co- founder, Dennis Schrader to preview the Landcraft private plant collection – a display of tropical plants from around the world – created and curated for decades by Dennis and Bill Smith. Simeone will highlight the wonders of landscape emerging from rest, while Schrader will inspire the plant collector in all of us.