Capital Region Flower & Garden Expo, HVCC

08/12/2026

Congratulations to Christian of Empire Water Gardens and Sarah of Dirt & Decor! We wish you both a lifetime of love and happiness.

Fun fact: Christian and Sarah first met at the 2023 Capital Region Flower & Garden Expo, when they were both new exhibitors building full-scale garden displays next to each other.

It’s so rewarding to see the lifelong connections that grow from our exhibitor community. The Posie Peddler was exhibiting right across from Empire Water Gardens and Dirt & Decor at that same show, and the gorgeous driftwood arbor where Christian and Sarah exchanged their vows was created by Weathered Wood Troy — another fellow exhibitor from 2023.

We absolutely love this story. ❤️

📷 Andres Jimenez | That Army Guy Photography

07/28/2026

Join us for the 2026 Walk for Wildwood on Saturday, Sept 26th at Cook Park in Colonie!

Come out from 9–11 AM (Warm-up & kickoff at 10 AM!) for a morning full of community, live music, refreshments, and a Community Fair—all supporting Wildwood’s mission to empower individuals with developmental disabilities.

Take advantage of early bird pricing through 9/11! Start a team, bring your friends, and let’s make an impact together! 👟

👉 Register here: https://walkforwildwood.rallybound.org/

06/24/2026

Great free summer programs worth checking out!

Our FREE Summer Gardening Program schedule has arrived! We invite you to visit our Demonstration Garden at The Robert C. Parker School in Wynantskill for a variety of educational and enjoyable gardening programs throughout the summer.

“Colonial Herb Gardens,” Wednesday, July 8th
“Music In The Garden with the Potluck Pickers,” Wednesday, July 15
“Sharpening Your Garden Tools,” Wednesday, July 22
“Late Summer Is For Lawns” Wednesday, July 29
“Discover The Joy of Growing Dahlias,” Wednesday, August 5

All programs are FREE to the public and will be held outdoors at the Demonstration Garden at the Robert C. Parker School, 4254 Route 43, North Greenbush. Programs are from 7 to 8 PM. Rain or inclement weather at the start of the program may cancel it. Limited seating provided; bring your own lawn chair. For full program description, please visit our website at rensselaer.cce.cornell.edu/events. For more information, contact Cornell Cooperative Extension at 518-272-4210 or [email protected]

05/21/2026

My favorite Memorial Day weekend tradition is shopping for flowers!

As you get your gardens, planters, patio pots, and hanging baskets ready for your weekend BBQs, please support our Capital Region Flower & Garden Expo garden centers and growers.

SHOP LOCAL!
Faddegon's, George's Market, The Plant Hatch, Hewitt's Garden Centers, Toadflax Nursery, GreenScapes, Saratoga Sod Farm.

Enjoy the weekend, and take a moment to remember and honor those who gave their lives in service.

05/05/2026

Wow!