Must attend full day to receive 7 hours of LA CES CEUs. Join us for an immersive session delving into the wonders of outdoor experiences at the San Antonio Botanical Garden.
The San Antonio Botanical Garden has undergone a transformative expansion the last seven years through opening new garden spaces and renovating established gardens. This talk will discuss the interactive elements of three garden areas: the Family Adventure Garden, WaterSaver Garden and WaterSaver Community. These spaces engage guests of all ages in different ways through fun, dynamic, and thought-provoking displays that, above all, are designed to spark a connection with the natural world that lasts well beyond the visit.
Takeaways:
- Further understand the goals and development of new and renovated garden areas at the Botanical Garden.
- Learn about ‘Nature Play’ and other garden features that connect visitors with the natural world.
- Be inspired to incorporate new features into your next garden project.
With expert speaker Andrew Labay
Andrew Labay joined the San Antonio Botanical Garden in 2017 as a Horticulturist responsible for the Lucile Halsell Conservatory plant collections. In 2024 he was promoted to Vice-President of Gardens. In this role, Andrew oversees the management of horticulture operations and plant collections across all gardens. He brings over 15 years of experience in horticulture with a strong background in greenhouse management and perennial fruit crops. Andrew holds a M.S. of Integrative Plant Biology from the University of Montpellier II, located in the south of France.