Ray Sander, President of the Delaware Botanic Gardens at Pepper Creek (DBG), announced that on Friday, December 5^th at 2 p.m. DBG will hold its Public Annual Meeting at the Annette Pennoni Meadow Pavilion in the gardens.

Sander said.  “This meeting is a chance for all members of the Community to hear reports from our DBG Board of Directors, officers and staff about the amazing progress in the development of this public asset. The creation of the Annette Pennoni Meadow Pavilion and Gallery Garden this year were major steps in having both indoor and outdoor places where individuals and organizations can hold their special events surrounded by nature.”

Sheryl Swed, DBG Executive Director noted, “We are a public garden, and we thank the Board, staff, volunteers, members, the foundations, individual supporters and the community for helping us grow in 2025. Please join us in this beautiful Pennoni Pavilion.”

“Although the gardens are closed for the winter“ said Stephen Pryce Lea, Deputy Executive Director for Horticulture, “we look forward to showing how our work continues behind the scenes. This season we’re focused on essential maintenance, new tree plantings. and meadow renewal projects. While the gardens rest, our members are invited to join exclusive Winter Walks – an opportunity to see our progress, enjoy the beauty of the ‘fifth season’ and experience our progress in a new light. We look forward to welcoming you back when we reopen for the 2026 season on March 19^th.”

The DBG is located at 30220 Piney Neck Road, Dagsboro, DE 19939. Go to www.delawaregardens.org

The mission of DBG is to provide a world-class garden that delights visitors.