Plant Shows & Sales 2006
Wisconsin-Illinois Society Lily Lecture
January 15, 2 p.m.
The Wisconsin-Illinois Lily Society presents a free series of slide lectures on lilies. James Ault, Ph.D., director of ornamental plant research, Chicago Botanic Garden, will discuss "How to Breed Lilies for Midwestern Gardens."
 Wisconsin-Illinois Society Lily Lecture
February 19, 2 p.m.
The Wisconsin-Illinois Lily Society presents a free series of slide lectures on lilies. Dr. Robert Griesbach will speak on "Today's Best Lilies: What They Are and How They Were Developed." Dr. Griesbach is a recently retired professor of biological sciences, DePaul University, and one of the world's leading experts on plant hybridization.
Wisconsin-Illinois Society Lily Lecture
March 12, 2 p.m.
The Wisconsin-Illinois Lily Society presents a free series of slide lectures on lilies. Woodruff Imberman, Winnetka, Illinois, will present "All You Ever Wanted to Know About Lilies, But Were Afraid to Ask." He is past president of the Wisconsin Illinois Lily Society, a lecturer, writer and award-winning amateur lily hybridizer. Those attending will learn how to grow lilies best suited for soil and climate in the Chicagoland area, as well as simple propagation techniques.
Wisconsin-Illinois Society Lily Lecture
April 2, 2 p.m.
The Wisconsin-Illinois Lily Society presents the final lecture in a free series on lilies. Internationally known nature photographer Carol Freeman will speak on "How to Take Great Pictures of Your Garden." Recently, Freeman photographed all 1,200 plants in the Garden's Evaluation Gardens. She will show examples of good and bad garden photographs, and give tips on taking good ones.
Midwest Fruit Explorers Grafting Workshop
April 30, 1–4 p.m. open to the public, including less experienced or novice grafters
Grafting is a surefire method of producing a tree with fruit identical to its parents. Join the Midwest Fruit Explorers (MidFEx) for a hands-on grafting workshop to create an apple, pear or plum tree. Participants can buy rootstock, follow along with the demonstration, and leave with one or more fruit trees ready to plant in the ground.
 Central States Dahlia Society Show & Sale
May 7, 10 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
The Central States Chapter of the Society holds its annual dahlia plant and root sale, featuring dahlias in a wide array of sizes, shapes and colors. Rooted cuttings of dahlias and roots from which dahlia plants may be grown will be for sale. Society members are available to answer questions about the culture of dahlias.
A Bloomin' Sale
Saturday & Sunday, May 20 – 21, 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
Members-only hours: 1–7 p.m. Fri. & 9–10 a.m. Sat.
More than 30,000 annuals, ferns, fruits and vegetables, geraniums, herbs, native wildflowers, ornamental grasses, perennials, roses, shade perennials, shrubs and vines will be sold at this 40th annual event, sponsored by the Woman's Board of the Chicago Horticultural Society. This year's theme is "Hot Picks," highlighting exciting new plants and hot trends for the garden this season.
Northshore Iris and Daylily Society Iris Show and Sale
Sale: June 3–4, 10 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Show: June 4, Noon–4:30 p.m.
Sponsored by the Northshore Iris and Daylily Society, this show features more than 25 artistic arrangements and 125 iris blooms.
Wisconsin-Illinois Lily Society Lily Show
July 8, noon–4:30 p.m.
July 9, 10 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
The Wisconsin-Illinois Lily Society's annual show features floral arrangements in four artistic categories and a beautiful judged display of more than 100 lily blooms in different varieties. Visitors can get tips from experts on how to grow and propagate lilies.
Northshore Iris and Daylily Society Daylily Show and Sale
Sale: July 22, 10 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Show and Sale: July 23, noon–4:30 p.m.
Sponsored by the Northshore Iris and Daylily Society, this show features more than 25 artistic arrangements and showcases 100 to 150 daylily varieties.
Sogetsu Ikebana Society Show and Sale
July 29–30, 10 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Members of the Seigyoku-kai Sogetsu Ikebana Society of Chicago demonstrate sogetsu ikebana techniques and answer questions. Sogetsu ikebana is a three-dimensional artistic expression composed of flower and plant material arranged in a container. Although it is based on Japanese tradition, sogetsu is becoming recognized throughout the world as a sculptural form of art. Arrangements are for sale at the end of the show.
Gardeners of the North Shore Show and Sale
August 12, noon–4:30 p.m.
August 13, 10 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
The Gardeners of the North Shore hold their annual show and sale, which includes a judged exhibit of flowers, vegetables, herbs and houseplants, open to all amateur gardeners. A wide variety of garden plants are available, ranging in price from $.50 to $50.
 Midwest Bonsai Society Show & Sale
August 18, noon–5 p.m.
August 19–20, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
The best in the Midwest and one of the top three in the country, this 29th annual bonsai show and sale draws enthusiasts from all over the United States. On display are more than 200 specimens, as well as selections from the Garden's own outstanding bonsai collection. Workshops are presented for all levels of enthusiasts. More than a dozen vendors offer everything bonsai related.
Illinois Mycological Association Show & Sale
September 9, 10 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
The Illinois Mycological Association celebrates the richness of fall mushrooms in Illinois with an exhibit of 50 to 100 varieties. Members provide information and answer questions regarding mushrooms and fungi. Mushrooms, books and t-shirts are for sale.
Central States Dahlia Society Show
September 23, noon–4:30 p.m.
September 24, 10 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
The 75th annual Dahlia Flower Show offers an outstanding judged exhibit of nearly 1,000 dahlia blooms, ranging in size from a silver dollar to a dinner plate. Dahlias are known for their bright, vibrant colors and perfect petal arrangement. The show features many categories, including single and multiple blooms, baskets of blooms and arrangements in an artistic theme. Society members will provide written information and answer questions regarding the culture of dahlias.
Glenview/Northshore African Violet Display
September 23, noon–4:30 p.m.
September 24, 10 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
This event features a display of designs and plants, an educational exhibit and plant sale. Miniatures, standards and trailers are sold, as well as gesneriads, soil mix and fertilizers.
 Bulb Bazaar
September 29, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
September 30–October 1, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
The Woman's Board of the Chicago Horticultural Society presents its annual Bulb Bazaar, featuring more than 200,000 daffodils, tulips, allium and other specialty bulbs in 230 varieties. Bulbs are shipped directly from Holland, just in time for fall planting. The sale features pre-packaged collections for shade, deer resistance, naturalizing and continuous bloom. Garden horticulturists and staff offer practical tips and demonstrations on bulb selection and planting.
Roadside Flower Sale
October 6–8, 10 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Chicago Botanic Garden volunteers host the 26th annual Roadside Flower Sale—a display and sale of natural, handmade plant and floral arrangements. This one-of-a-kind event showcases ideas on how to decorate indoors and make gifts from the Garden's specially collected dried flowers, pods and grasses. More than 400 flower arrangements, wreaths, potpourris, montages and notecards are available for purchase.
Roadside Flower Sale Workshops
Thursday, September 28–October 1
Call (847) 835-8392 to register.
Lakeshore African Violet Society Show & Sale
October 7–8, 10 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Among the daintiest and most vivid petite flowering houseplants, African violets are treasured for their ease of growing, continuous blooms and heartiness. This event features more than 100 judged exhibits. African violets and supplies will be sold, and a program with advice on growing and propagation will be offered throughout the show.
 Illinois Orchid Society Show and Sale
October 14, noon–5 p.m.
October 15, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Visitors can enjoy the color and fragrance of the queen of flowers during the Illinois Orchid Society's Show and Sale. Enjoy 40 displays of orchids—from the rarest of species to cultivated hybrids from the world's most renowned growers. Choose from hundreds of orchids for sale by 25 orchid growers from the United States and exotic lands, or purchase supplies and equipment, including the society's custom bark mix and fertilizer. Attend lectures on orchid growing and other topics at 1 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. Have your plants repotted and get them back on track ($5 fee).
Ikenobo Ikebana Society Show
October 21–22, 10 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
The Chicago chapter of the Ikenobo Ikebana Society presents "Wedding Kimonos," an exhibition of traditional Japanese flower arranging. Beautiful wedding kimonos will be shown among the arrangements, which have been created by students and teachers.
Midwest Fruit Explorers Show and Sale
October 21–22, 10 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Freshly harvested fruit grown in the area by the Midwest Fruit Explorers is on display and available for sale. Featured are apples, pears, paw paws, grapes, kiwis and more. Visitors can enjoy tastings and information on growing fruit.
Midwest Daffodil Society Bulb Sale
October 21–22, 10 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
The Midwest Daffodil Society's bulb sale, "Get Ready for Spring," features many varieties of unique and easy-to-grow daffodils for the gardener who wants some early color next spring.
Wisconsin-Illinois Lily Society Bulb Sale
October 21–22, 10 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
A wide variety of lily bulbs are for sale at the Wisconsin-Illinois Lily Society's annual sale.
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