A Celebration of Spring, Loved Ones, and Native Beauty
Each spring, as the landscape awakens with vibrant blooms and the return of hummingbirds, we invite you to gather with us for Brunch & Blooms, a joyful celebration of loved ones, native plants, and the beauty of the season. Held near Mother’s Day, this special event offers the perfect opportunity to enjoy a cocktail brunch, live music, and the vibrant surroundings of our Native Plant Nursery.
A Timeless Tradition
Brunch & Blooms is more than just a gathering—it’s a tribute to the season’s renewal and the enduring beauty of native plants. Guests enjoy a meal among the blooms in the Native Plant Nursery, where carefully cultivated plants highlight the importance of ecological restoration and conservation. Live music from Call Me Spinster sets the tone for a relaxed and festive atmosphere, making it the perfect occasion to honor the parental figures and close friends in your life.
In 2024, this annual event became a fundraiser to endow the P. Robert Philp Memorial Garden, a stunning woodland garden on our campus dedicated to Percy Robert “Bob” Philp, Sr., an avid outdoorsman and respected Chattanooga community leader. While the event takes place in the nursery, proceeds help sustain the Philp Memorial Garden and Reflection Riding’s broader conservation efforts, ensuring these landscapes thrive for generations to come.
Join Us for Brunch & Blooms 2025
Join us on Saturday, May 10, 2025, for Brunch & Blooms. Enjoy a seasonal brunch and signature cocktails, listen to live music by Call Me Spinster, and immerse yourself in the beauty of native plants, all while benefiting Reflection Riding’s Native Plant Nursery and Philp Memorial Garden. This ericaceous garden features native plants such as rhododendron, azalea, and mountain laurel.
Here are some more details about the festivities:
Vegetarian options will be available.
The Nursery will also be open to browse our selection of native plants.
Brunch will be served from 11am-12:30pm.
Children 6 and under are free, tickets for children ages 7-18 are $30 per child.
We will have some chairs and tables available, but we suggest bring a camping chair or a blanket to enjoy the music.
Reserved seating available for Garden Patrons and Sponsors.
Thank you to our current sponsors: First Horizon Bank, Chattanooga Whiskey, Build Sage Design, and Elder’s Ace Hardware.
Photos by Christian Michelle Photography
Sponsorship Opportunties
Imagine being a part of a magical spring morning where community, nature, and celebration come to life! By partnering with us, you’ll play an integral role in advancing a shared vision of a more connected, nature-aware community. Together, we can make this celebration of an unforgettable experience that inspires and uplifts everyone who attends.
Contact Susan Day, Director of Development, to learn more about sponsorship opportunities, or click below to purchase your sponsorship.