RHS Level 2 Certificate in the Principles of Horticulture (Distance Learning) *ILA
Fri 1 Mar 2013 — Mon 30 June 2014
This internationally recognised qualification provides a broad-based understanding of horticultural techniques and plant biology.
2013 Photography Competition
Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh Fri 1 Mar — Sat 31 Aug 2013
The Friends of the RBGE are delighted to announce that the 2013 Photography Competition will run from March 2013 to the end of August 2013. Check the website for further details.
Benmore Guided Tours & Explorer
Benmore Botanic Garden Sun 3 Mar — Wed 30 Oct 2013
This year marks the 150th anniversary of the Redwood Avenue; why not enjoy the history, plants and seasonal highlights of Benmore by joining a guided tour. Walking tours take place on a Tuesday & Sunday and the Explorer runs on a Wednesday & Thursday.
Daily Garden Walks
Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh Mon 1 Apr — Thurs 31 Oct 2013
Celebrate the seasons and join our expert Garden Guides on a tour of the Garden. Discover seasonal highlights, hidden treasures and tales of intrepid adventurers behind the plants we grow.
Daily Garden Walks - 2pm
Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh Mon 1 Apr — Thurs 31 Oct 2013
Celebrate the seasons and join our expert Garden Guides on a tour of the Garden. Discover seasonal highlights, hidden treasures and tales of intrepid adventurers behind the plants we grow.
Tours depart daily at 11am & 2pm.
Artists Studio Days
Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh Sat 13 Apr — Sat 29 June 2013
This unique artists studio space is made available to any artist who wishes to have access to a quiet painting space within the stunning Botanic Gardens. Some plant material will be available if organised in advance. Self led overseen by class monitors.
The Enchanting, Fragile, Silent World of Flowers by Carol Taylor
Dawyck Botanic Garden Sun 5 May — Sun 4 Aug 2013
This exhibition is a series of limited edition giclee prints that have been made from combinations of close up & microscopic photography of dried flower specimens.
Hard Rain Exhibition
Logan Botanic Garden Sat 1 June — Sun 25 Aug 2013
An outdoor photographic exhibition highlighting climate change and its impact on man and the environment.
Your Garden in Summer
Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh Sat 29 June 2013
With everything in full swing in the garden in summer, there are a host of jobs to do – find out how to keep your flowering plants looking their best and avoid a tired looking garden in the height of summer.
Digital Plant Photography II
Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh Sat 29 June 2013
A one-day advanced course, suitable for those who have attended Digital Plant Photography I or who have experience of using a high-end digital camera. The course will look at how to use the features of these cameras to get the best quality photographs.