Join Sandhills Horticultural Gardens for Beyond the Box Store Mum: Gardening for a Lifetime on Friday, May 1st from 11AM-12PM. Step into the captivating world of rare exhibition chrysanthemums—far beyond the familiar garden-center mum.

In this engaging presentation, Joan Matthews explores the history, extraordinary forms, and specialized growing techniques behind these stunning, award‑winning blooms. Learn what makes them so remarkable and how they can shine not only in exhibitions, but also as dramatic additions to bouquets and garden borders in your home landscape. As a special highlight, every attendee will receive two complimentary chrysanthemum plants, generously provided by KingsMums.com, to take home and grow.

Beyond chrysanthemums, Joan brings years of hands-on experience to share practical, age‑friendly strategies for continuing to garden safely, successfully, and joyfully. Discover smart adaptations to tools, techniques, and expectations that reduce physical strain while increasing satisfaction and success in the garden.

Blending floral artistry, horticultural expertise, and practical wisdom, this inspiring program encourages gardeners to grow beautifully—and confidently—at every stage of life.

Free for Garden Members | $15 for Non-Members