Therapeutic Horticulture Program

The Greenhouse at Wilmot Botanical Gardens is dedicated to therapeutic horticulture programming for groups with special needs. The program is based on the belief that an active connection with plants and nature can be a restorative experience and have a profound effect on quality of life. Within a greenhouse and garden environment the program seeks to decrease stress and mental fatigue, boost self-esteem and self-efficacy, and provide community, creativity, and optimism. Program participation is also extended to caregivers in many groups.

If you are interested in attending a program or would like more information, email WilmotInfo@ad.ufl.edu or complete the inquiry form below.

Spring 2025 Session Groups and Times

Tuesdays:

Life Transition Skills Group

10:45 – 11:45

January 28 – April 22

UF Student Wellness Group – Sponsored by the President’s Strategic Funding Initiative and Bonnie plants

3:15 – 4:45

January 21 – April 29

Wednesdays:

UF Student Wellness Group – Sponsored by the President’s Strategic Funding Initiative and Bonnie plants

9:45  – 11:15

12:30 – 2:00

2:30 – 4:00

January 22 – April 30

Thursdays:

Therapeutic Horticulture Alumni Group

10:00 – 11:00

January 30 – April 24

UF Student Wellness Group – Sponsored by the President’s Strategic Funding Initiative and Bonnie plants

11:45 – 1:15

January 23 – May 1

Florida Recovery Center

3:15 – 4:15  (twice per month)

January 30 – April 24

Program Affiliations & Sponsors

Program Affiliations & Sponsors

Many of the therapeutic horticulture programs are affiliated with or funded by local organizations, national foundations and/or private donors.

• Florida Recovery Center Group (FRC) – Affiliated with the UF Health Florida Recovery Center 
• UF Student Wellness Group — Affiliated with the UF Counseling and Wellness Center
• TH Alumni Group – Open to participants of previous TH groups

If you are interested in information on the HT Undergraduate Certificate Program, email CHTInfo@ifas.ufl.edu