Forcing branches is a wonderfully easy way to beat the winter doldrums by bringing the cheer of spring flowers inside. Join Samantha McCall to learn what tree branches and shrubs are ideal for forcing indoors for a bright pop of color, and discover how to “trick” these plants to bloom indoors while their outdoor counterparts remain dormant.

An avid gardener and a dedicated plantswoman, McCall is a floral designer, a Master Gardener, and a perennial student at Longwood Gardens. A member of several Eastern Shore garden clubs, she also is the owner of Fleurish, an environmentally friendly floral design studio committed to using local plant material whenever possible.

Registration required. Fee: $15 members, $20 general public