Tropical Symposium & Plant Sale
Tropical Symposium & Plant Sale - August 3, 2024 - SOLD OUT! Plant Preview is BELOW!
Welcome to the official page for the Tropical Symposium & Plant Sale at Mercer Botanic Gardens! Below, you'll find all the information you need to know about this exciting event, including the schedule, ticket details, plant sale information, and what to expect on the day.
The plant sale runs concurrently with the symposium and is open to the public. You do not need a symposium ticket to shop at the plant sale.
For your convenience and planning, the plants, sizes and prices that will be available at the Tropical Symposium & Plant Sale are listed in the preview categories at the bottom of this page. Explore a diverse selection of tropical plants, ferns, houseplants, trees, shrubs, annuals, and perennials available for purchase at the event. In-Person sales only - no virtual/online sales!
The plant sale runs concurrently with the symposium and is open to the public. You do not need a symposium ticket to shop at the plant sale.
For your convenience and planning, the plants, sizes and prices that will be available at the Tropical Symposium & Plant Sale are listed in the preview categories at the bottom of this page. Explore a diverse selection of tropical plants, ferns, houseplants, trees, shrubs, annuals, and perennials available for purchase at the event. In-Person sales only - no virtual/online sales!
Event Schedule
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM: Check-in, Shopping & Continental Breakfast
9:00 AM - 11:30 AM: Morning Seminars
- Gingers with Ceil Dow: Learn about growing and caring for edible and landscape gingers.
- Tropical & Hardy Hibiscus with Marti & Greg Graves: Discover the secrets to vibrant hibiscus blooms.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM: Lunch (provided for symposium attendees)
12:30 PM - 4:00 PM: Afternoon Seminars
- Plumeria with Loretta Osteen: Cultivate beautiful, blooming plumerias in your garden.
- Hardy & Tropical Ferns with Darla Harris: Tips and tricks for flourishing ferns in your garden.
- Bromeliads Workshop with Lee Rowell: Learn about these versatile plants, mount one of your own, and take it home to flourish in your garden. All supplies included.
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM: Tour of Mercer's Tropical & Ginger Gardens
9:00 AM - 11:30 AM: Morning Seminars
- Gingers with Ceil Dow: Learn about growing and caring for edible and landscape gingers.
- Tropical & Hardy Hibiscus with Marti & Greg Graves: Discover the secrets to vibrant hibiscus blooms.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM: Lunch (provided for symposium attendees)
12:30 PM - 4:00 PM: Afternoon Seminars
- Plumeria with Loretta Osteen: Cultivate beautiful, blooming plumerias in your garden.
- Hardy & Tropical Ferns with Darla Harris: Tips and tricks for flourishing ferns in your garden.
- Bromeliads Workshop with Lee Rowell: Learn about these versatile plants, mount one of your own, and take it home to flourish in your garden. All supplies included.
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM: Tour of Mercer's Tropical & Ginger Gardens
Tickets
- FMBG Members: $55 (membership includes 10% discount on plant sale purchases and many other member perks. CLICK HERE to join)
- Non-Members: $80
What's Included for Symposium Attendees
- Expert Seminars: Gain in-depth knowledge from leading experts in tropical gardening. Turn your garden into your own tropical paradise!
- Hands-On Workshop: Participate in an informative, hands-on workshop and take home a mounted bromeliad.
- Continental Breakfast & Lunch: Enjoy a delicious continental breakfast and lunch as part of your registration.
- Exclusive Perks: Access to a dedicated covered holding area for your plant purchases.
- Garden Tour: End your day with a guided tour of Mercer Botanic Gardens.
- Continuing Education: Earn valuable continuing education hours for Harris County Master Gardeners and Montgomery County Master Gardeners.
How It Works
1. Register for the Symposium: Purchase your tickets online at [THIS LINK]. Choose your lunch option at the time of registration.
2. Arrive and Check-In: Check-in begins at 8:00 AM. Enjoy a continental breakfast while you get settled.
3. Shop the Plant Sale: Shop early for the best selection! Symposium attendees have access to a dedicated holding area for their purchases.
4. Attend the Morning Seminars: Participate in morning seminars led by top experts.
5. Enjoy Lunch: Lunch will be provided for symposium attendees.
6. Attend the afternoon Seminars: Participate in even more fantastic seminars led by top experts.
7. Join the Hands-On Workshop: Create and take home your own mounted bromeliad.
8. Join the Garden Tour: Conclude your day with a relaxing and informative garden tour.
2. Arrive and Check-In: Check-in begins at 8:00 AM. Enjoy a continental breakfast while you get settled.
3. Shop the Plant Sale: Shop early for the best selection! Symposium attendees have access to a dedicated holding area for their purchases.
4. Attend the Morning Seminars: Participate in morning seminars led by top experts.
5. Enjoy Lunch: Lunch will be provided for symposium attendees.
6. Attend the afternoon Seminars: Participate in even more fantastic seminars led by top experts.
7. Join the Hands-On Workshop: Create and take home your own mounted bromeliad.
8. Join the Garden Tour: Conclude your day with a relaxing and informative garden tour.
Plant Sale (Open to the Public)
We look forward to seeing you at the Tropical Symposium & Plant Sale! If you have any questions, please contact us at [email protected].
Space is limited! Secure your spot today and prepare to transform your gardening skills!
Register Now [Link to Registration]
The plant sale runs concurrently with the symposium and is open to the public. You do not need a symposium ticket to shop at the plant sale. To preview the diverse selection of tropical plants, ferns, houseplants, trees, shrubs, annuals, and perennials available for purchase at the symposium (no online sales), click on the plant category links at the bottom of this page.
Note: Limited wagons will be available for everyone to use for their purchases.
Note: Limited wagons will be available for everyone to use for their purchases.
We look forward to seeing you at the Tropical Symposium & Plant Sale! If you have any questions, please contact us at [email protected].
Space is limited! Secure your spot today and prepare to transform your gardening skills!
Register Now [Link to Registration]
Contact Us[Link to Contact Page]
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Thank you for your interest in the Tropical Symposium & Plant Sale at Mercer Botanic Gardens!
Thank you for your interest in the Tropical Symposium & Plant Sale at Mercer Botanic Gardens!