About Us

Mission: The Virginia Horticultural Foundation provides education, venues for civic engagement, community-building, scholarships and grants in areas related to applied horticultural practices.

Vision: The vision of The Virginia Horticultural Foundation is to affect cultural transformation by providing access to and encouraging appreciation of horticulture.

The Virginia Horticultural Foundation was founded in April 2003 as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. The Mid-Atlantic Horticulture Short Course (now in its 34th year) and the Virginia Flower & Garden Show, both held in Virginia Beach, Virginia, are two of the major educational events presented annually by the Foundation. At the Mid-Atlantic Horticulture Short Course held in January of each year, the Foundation awards several scholarships to outstanding horticulture students. Both the Virginia Flower & Garden Show and the Homeowner’s “Garden Like a Pro” program (a one-day training held during the Mid-Atlantic Horticulture Short Course) encourage nonprofessionals to enjoy, learn and appreciate horticulture.*