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This lecture is part of NYBG's 26th Annual Winter Lecture Series
"Gardening is so much more than just digging a hole and placing a plant in the ground," says plantsman Tony Avent. One of the keys to creating and maintaining a diverse garden collection is understanding a plant's habitat and adaptability.

Tony Avent established Juniper Level Botanic Garden (JLBG) and its accompanying Plant Delights Nursery in central North Carolina in 1986, with the mission to actively promote and preserve botanical diversity. Today, JLBG serves as a repository of plant genetics, with over 27,000 different species grown and shared with gardeners around the world.

Explore the complexities of garden microclimates, soils, and habitats with Avent as he shares insights from his experience building this 28-acre horticultural wonderland and community, which consists of 30 greenhouses, expansive research gardens, and several dozen of the world's largest collections of perennials.

We offer Continuing Education credits (CEUS) for LA CES and APLD for successful completion of this lecture.

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Schedule:	Thursday, March 19, 2026
Times:	11:00am-12:00pm EDT
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Meeting Date Start Time End Time Thursday, March 19, 2026 11:00am 12:00pm Meeting Date Start Time End Time Thursday, March 19, 2026 11:00am 12:00pm
Speaker:	Tony Avent Tony Avent Tony Avent Tony Avent is an American horticulturist and plantsman. He and wife and business partner, Anita Avent, own Plant Delights Nursery and Juniper Level Botanic Garden in Raleigh, North Carolina. In addition, he is a plant explorer, author and public speaker.
Location:	NYBG, Ross Lecture Hall 2900 Southern Boulevard Bronx, NY 10458
Session Number:	263LEC809C

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Thursday, March 19, 2026
11:00am-12:00pm EDT
	Non-Member : $41.00 Member : $37.00	Ticket Quantity

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