February 2nd is your opportunity to join thousands of Alabamians in being part of a history making event that aims to raise millions of dollars for hundreds of Alabama nonprofits in just 24 hours.

Every donation matters. Help show Alabama’s unparalleled generosity to the world by making your tax-deductible gift on February 2nd, 2012. Come on Alabama… let’s make history together! Return on February 2 to make your donation.

Saturday, February 25, 9-11 am or

Wednesday, February 29, 6-8 pm    {Note: new time}

$25 members; $35 non-members

Get the most and best vegetables from the Gulf Coast’s unusual climate and soils. Planting calendar, recommendations, and field demonstration (weather permitting).

Winter is a great time to Garden! Gulf Coast Gardening Classes start Jan. 17.

Our most popular course! Register now – classes begin January 17.

Cost: $65 for MBG members; $85 for non-members
Benefits of membership

Instructor: Bill Finch

Session VII (ongoing)
Tuesdays
January 17 – February 14, 2012, 1-3 p.m.

Session VIII (ongoing)
Wednesdays
January 18 – February 15, 2012, 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Session IX (upcoming)
Tuesdays
May 8 – June 5, 2012, 1-3 p.m.

Session X (upcoming)
Wednesdays
May 9 – June 6, 2012, 6:30-8:30 p.m.

This five week course not only teaches you how to think like a gardener – it teaches you how to get the most from gardening in one of the world’s most distinctive gardening environments. When you complete this course, you’ll know what plants need to thrive in the seasons and soils of the Gulf Coast; how you can get 12 months of bloom; and how you can make peace with and even enjoy our exuberant garden life. We teach gardeners how to think for themselves, but we also provide proven formulas and techniques that will dramatically improve the success of both beginning and experienced gardeners.

Members $25 – Non-members $35

Spend less time worrying about your lawn and more time enjoying it! Practical advice on starting or maintaining a manageable, affordable lawn, including types of grass, fertilizer, watering and mowing tips.

Opening Night Preview Party and Sale: Thursday, March 22, 4-8pm; $20 admission

Plant Sale: Friday and Saturday, 9am-4pm; Sunday 11am-4pm; free admission

Thousands of plants to choose from, all especially chosen for Gulf Coast Gardens!

Nature day camp for upcoming third and fourth Graders. More information to come.

Wednesday, September 19, 6:30-8:30pm

$25 members; $35 non-members

No sunlight? No problem! Create a beautiful landscape with shade loving plants.