2017 Hardy Plant Study Weekend

The Victoria Hardy Plant group is a partner group of the Gardens at HCP, we often see them on Tuesdays working in our Hardy-Border…

Job Postings Closed

Thank you to all applicants.    The response has been outstanding. Interviews of qualified candidates will take place over the next…

Gardens Closed Until January 3rd, 2017

The Gardens at HCP are now closed until January 3rd. It's been icy and snowy here and we are very concerned about people falling on…

Leaves in the Garden

I personally love the first big fall raking session! It feels so satisfying to rake leaves from my cherry, plum, and apple trees into…

Four Great Squash Recipes

Fall … a time of falling leaves, cooler nights … and squash. LOTS of squash!!! Growing up on a squash farm, my mother would add…

A Garden for all Occasions

We love that the Garden is used in so many ways. From future horticulturists learning their trade to weddings where couples begin their…

Tips & Tricks for your Wedding

As a new employee at the HCP, nothing could have prepared me for the excitement that this summer would bring. Tasked with helping out…

Tips & Tricks for your Wedding

As a new employee at the HCP, nothing could have prepared me for the excitement that this summer would bring. Tasked with helping out…

Looking Back at Arts & Music

The Gardens were alive and buzzing this past weekend with over 50 local artists and musicians showcasing their talent to the Gardens'…

Looking Back at Arts & Music

The Gardens were alive and buzzing this past weekend with over 50 local artists and musicians showcasing their talent to the Gardens'…

Propagating Succulents

Succulents: natures gift to the "low maintenance gardener". Here at the HCP we're in love with these no fuss, easy - to - grow plants.…

Plant Identification with Diane Pierce

After a thoroughly enjoyable Plant Identification class, I found myself wondering how the instructor, Diane Pierce remembers so much…