Wednesday 22 April, 14:00

Succulents and Cacti

Booking Required

Explore prickly shapes and soft folds as you meet succulents and cacti. Look closely at spines, thick leaves and funny silhouettes, and discover how these plants store water. Take part in hands-on investigations with simple observations, drawing and gentle care tips. Hear the scratch of dry leaves, feel cool potting soil, and compare lookalike plants to understand what makes a cactus a cactus. Become a little succulent expert with a gardener’s help.

In French. Kids ages 6 and up.

Chemin de l'Impératrice 1,
1292 Chambésy
Photo Credit: Jardin Botanique de Genève
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Photo Credit: Jardin Botanique de Genève

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