January 7  – February 25, 2009, 10:30 AM

Winter is never bleak at Bellingrath Gardens and Home!  Designed to give visitors a unique look at Bellingrath through its distinct history, winter gardens and showcasing local and regional experts on plant care, Winter Wednesdays at Bellingrath is the perfect place to bring a friend and spend time among 65 acres of blooms! 

January 7 – After Holiday Sale

Shop ‘ til you drop as we discount all holiday merchandise in the Gift Shop.

January 14 – Housekeeping in a Historic Home

Learn how we care for the Bellingrath Home and its collections.  A Special behind-the-ropes tour of the Home will be led by Home Curator, Tom McGehee.  Admission is free for members and $15 for non-members.  Reservations requested.

January 21 – Winter Garden Walk

See what is blooming at Bellingrath in January with at tour led by Garden Display Manager, Barbara Smith.  Great ideas for your winter gardens along the Gulf Coast.  Admission is free for members and $11 for non-members.

January 28 – Camellias: Alabama’s State Flower

Help us celebrate the 5oth Anniversary of the Camellia as our state's flower for one of Mobile's premiere experts, Blanding Drinkard.  Mr. Drinkard will demonstrate the proper techniques for grafting camellias.  Admission is free for members and $11 for non-memers.

February 4 – Magnolia Cemetery

Learn about Mobile’s historic Magnolia Cemetery and the Bellingrath-Morse Monument from Home Curator, Tom McGehee.  Admission is free for members and $11 for non-members. 

February 11 – Rose Pruning

Pruning is a critical success factor for any rose garden;  learn from Linda Guy, Rosiarian, how to get your roses in top shape.  Admission is free for members and $11 for non-members. 

February 18 – Silver in the Bellingrath Collection

Mrs. Bellingrath’s Silver Collection is unique and extensive.  Home Curator, Tom McGehee will lead a special tour of The Home highlighting the different types of silver.  Admission is free for members and $15 for non-members.  Reservations Requested. 

February 25 – In Full Bloom

See the newest book created by The Montrose Garden Club featuring gardens in Mobile County and Baldwin County.  Books will be available in our Gift Shop.  Proceeds go to care for Historic Oak Trees in Montrose, Alabama.  Admission is free for members and $11 for non-members.