Theme for GardenScape ’09: ‘Gardens of Eden…an Oasis for the Soul’
The Garden of Eden is revered as an oasis of remarkable beauty – a wonder that defies one’s imagination.
Next March 12-15, the Rochester area’s most creative landscapers will take up the challenge as they interpret the theme for GardenScape 2009: “Gardens of Eden…an Oasis for the Soul.
Visitors to the Dome Center in Henrietta, just outside downtown Rochester, will be treated to some 20 artistically landscaped gardens that combine color, beauty and an almost mystical aura in this 18th annual flower and garden show produced by the GardenScape Professionals Association.
In addition to the garden displays, more than 100 vendors will be on hand, and daily seminars will feature local and national horticultural experts. The show offers a new and improved interactive Children’s Garden, sponsored by Home Comfort Heating, special early bird tours, an evening masquerade ball with live music by Nik and the Nice Guys, and daily entertainment by local musicians and actors.
Again this year, a special preview party entitled “A Taste of Spring” will be held on Wednesday, March 11, from 5:30 to 8:00 p.m. to benefit the Epilepsy Foundation. Tickets are $50 (available in advance only) and may be purchased online at www.epilepsy-uny.org.
New this year, GardenScape will offer one couple the exclusive opportunity to tie the knot in a romantic, private reception. The Wedding at GardenScape, sponsored by Bath Fitter, presents a truly one of a kind setting available only once per year and perfect for new beginnings.
Early Bird Tours Offer Excellent Way to See GardenScape 2009
Looking for a great way to see GardenScape 2009 – the annual Rochester Flower and Garden Show — at a leisurely pace with master gardeners available to guide you?
Try one of the popular Early Bird Breakfast Tours, offered before regular show hours on Friday, March 13 and Saturday, March 14, and enjoy breakfast, too.
“Gardens of Eden…an Oasis for the Soul” is the theme of GardenScape 2009, to be held at the Monroe County Fair and Expo Center, March 12-15. Regular show hours are 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday to Saturday, and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday.
Early Bird ticket holders will be admitted at 7:00 a.m. on Friday or Saturday, where they will be treated to a hot breakfast catered by the event sponsor, D & R Depot Restaurant of LeRoy. Guests may then stroll through the landscaped gardens on their own or join one of the small tour groups headed by a master gardener.
The Early Bird Tours end at 9:00 a.m., but ticket holders are welcome to stay for the entire day. Tickets for the Early Bird are $25 and may be purchased at any Wegmans “That’s the Ticket” locations, online at www.rochesterflowershow.com, or at participating Rochester-area florists. Reservations are strongly recommended.
“The Early Bird tours are a great way to enjoy excellent food, have ample access to the gardens, and to chat with master gardeners,” said event chairperson Katie Houseknecht. “People who attended last year’s Early Bird tours raved about the D&R Depot offerings, and we’re glad to have them back again as sponsors.
In addition to the garden displays, more than 80 vendors will display their wares in the adjacent Minett Hall. As in the past, daily seminars will be held featuring local and national horticultural experts.
GardenScape is a not-for-profit organization whose proceeds from the show help support public and educational projects such as the Epilepsy Foundation, Cornell Cooperative Extension and the Ronald McDonald House. For more information on the show, including ticket pricing, go to www.rochesterflowershow.com or call 585-265-9018.
GARDENSCAPE ’09 FACT SHEET
PRESENTED BY: The GardenScape Professionals Association, a not-for-profit organization whose proceeds from GardenScape ’09 help benefit the association’s many educational and public service efforts. For details, go to www.gardenscapepros.com.
THEME: “Gardens of Eden…an Oasis for the Soul”—Some 20 creatively landscaped gardens will evoke the beauty and mystery of the world’s first garden.
HIGHLIGHTS: Marking its 18th year as one of the top flower and garden shows in the country, GardenScape ’09 will feature dazzling gardens and landscapes, some 100 vendors, a number of special events, and daily seminars by top gardening experts.
WHEN: March 12-15, 2009
WHERE: Monroe County Fair & Expo Center (Dome Center), 2695 E. Henrietta Rd., just outside downtown Rochester.
HOURS: March 12-14, 9 am - 9 pm & March 15, 9 am – 5 pm
TICKETS: Adults $12 at the door. Children 15 and under FREE with parents. Seniors $10 on Senior Day, Thursday, March 12. Tickets available at all Wegmans “That’s the Ticket” Locations • Taste of Spring Opening Night Party, $50 (advance tickets only) Wednesday, March 11, 5:30 p.m .
• Early Bird Tour $25, Friday and Saturday, 7 a.m.
• Masquerade Ball, $25 per person or $40 per couple, Friday, 8:30 p.m.
SEMINAR SERIES: Hourly seminars are held from 11 a.m. to 3:30 or 4 p.m.
Featured speakers include:
Thursday - 11 am.& 2 pm - Sally Jean Cunningham, author and host of several radio and television shows on gardening and landscaping in upstate New York.
Friday - 11 am. & 2 pm - Sandra Van Allen Baker, author, life-long organic gardener and consultant to the U.S. Humane Society.
Saturday - 2-3:30 pm - Barry Glick, author, rare plant collector, hybridizer and owner of Sunshine Farm & Gardens.
Sunday- 2-3:30 pm - Barry Glick, king of hellebores and native plant expert.
SPECIAL EVENTS: (Tickets for all special events on sale at all Wegmans “That’s the Ticket” Locations) Wednesday, March 11– 5:30-8:00 p.m. “A Taste of Spring” Preview party to benefit the Epilepsy Foundation. Enjoy an evening of great food, drink, and breathtaking gardens. Tickets are $50 (available in advance only), call (585) 442-4430 or go online at www.epilepsy-uny.org. Friday, March 13, and Saturday, March 14 – 7 a.m “Early Bird Garden Tour and Continental Breakfast,” Enjoy a light breakfast and a specially guided tour by master gardeners. Tickets $25 at Wegmans or online at www.rochesterflowershow.com. Friday, March 13 – 8:30 p.m. to midnight. “Masquerade Ball” Back by popular demand and featuring dancing, food, fun, and entertainment by Nik and the Nice Guys band. Guests invited to come in costume if they wish. Tickets are $25 per person or $40 per couple and available at Wegmans or online at www.rochesterflowershow.com.
SHOW INFORMATION: www.rochesterflowershow.com or Sarah Burchell, Show Manager, (585) 265-9018
SPONSORS: Our sponsors include MRB Group, Children’s Garden sponsored by Home Comfort Heating, The Wedding at GardenScape sponsored by Bath Fitter
Landscaper Sharlene Reeves To Head GardenScape ’09
Sharlene Reeves of R.J. Schickler, Inc., in Scottsville, has been named to chair GardenScape ’09, Greater Rochester’s annual Flower & Garden Show to be held at the Monroe County Fair and Expo Center, March 12-15. Reeves co-chaired the show last year.
“Gardens of Eden…an Oasis for the Soul” is the theme of this year’s show, produced by the GardenScape Professionals Association, and Reeves said the landscapers are already planning displays that will delight visitors. “The landscapers are excited about this year’s theme,” said Reeves. “They say it has a sense of beauty and mystery that will allow them to draw on their creativity in an endless variety of ways. We think the results will be colorful and spectacular.”
In addition to 20 beautifully landscaped gardens in the Dome Arena venue, more than 100 vendors will display their wares in the adjacent Minett Hall. As in the past, daily seminars will be held featuring local and national horticultural experts, and local entertainers will perform onstage each of the four days.
Again this year, a special preview party entitled “A Taste of Spring” will be held on Wednesday, March 11, from 5:30 to 8:00 p.m. to benefit the Epilepsy Foundation. Tickets are $50 (available in advance only) and may be purchased online at www.epilepsy-uny.org.
GardenScape also will offer one couple the exclusive opportunity to tie the knot in a romantic, private reception that is an affordable alternative. The Wedding at GardenScape, sponsored by Bath Fitter, presents a truly one of a kind setting available only once per year and perfect for new beginnings.
GardenScape is a not-for-profit organization whose proceeds from the show help support public and educational projects such as the Epilepsy Foundation, Cornell Cooperative Extension and the Ronald McDonald House. For more information on the show, including ticket pricing, go to www.rochesterflowershow.com or call 585-265-9018.