Distribution of rare, unusual plants to Fairchild members has had a long, rich tradition in South Florida. In 1939, Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden had the first Members Plant Distribution. Today, much like 73 years ago, Fairchild’s Member’s Day Plant Sale is a wonderful opportunity for its members to purchase plants that are carefully selected and chosen for their color, rarity, beauty and interest by Fairchild’s horticulture staff. This year’s Member’s Day Plant Sale takes place on Saturday, October 1, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
In recent years, most of the plants offered for sale are propagated from plants growing in Fairchild or in the gardens of staff or volunteers. In fact, many of the plants Fairchild offers are not available in local nurseries. The selection of plants for sale has an emphasis on rare native species in addition to introducing more common native plants to members who want to establish their own backyard habitats to attract birds, butterflies and other wildlife.
Not a Fairchild member? Don’t worry! Fairchild Membership Associates will be on hand to assist guests to become members both at the entrance to Fairchild’s Visitors Center and on-site at the entrance to the plant sale area so that they may immediately enjoy the Member’s Day Plant Sale. Plant valets will be available to aid guests with their purchases. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to get some wonderful plants you won’t find anywhere else!
About Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden
Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden is dedicated to exploring, explaining and conserving the world of tropical plants. It is one of the premier conservation and education-based gardens in the world and a recognized international leader in both Florida and international conservation. Fairchild has field programs in over 20 countries throughout the tropical world including the Indonesia, South America, the Caribbean, Africa and Southeast Asia. Fairchild’s palm and cycad collections are considered the greatest collections in the world and are nationally recognized by the American Public Gardens Association. Fairchild has the largest education program in a metropolitan area reaching more than 100,000 schoolchildren in 2011. Fairchild hosts popular events like the Chocolate, Mango, Orchid, Food and Garden, Ramble and Edible Garden Festivals, as well as an annual art exhibition, concerts, plant shows and sales, evening events and more. Fairchild is a not-for-profit organization with 45,000 members. Fairchild is located at 10901 Old Cutler Road, Coral Gables, Florida, 33156. Admission is $25 for adults, $18 for seniors, $12 for children 6-17 and free to children 5 and under and Fairchild members. Information at www.fairchildgarden.org and on Facebook and Twitter.