This musical yellow bird is very devoted to its favorite plant. Read Birds of Brooklyn: American Goldfinch
Plants & Gardens Blog
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Birds of Brooklyn: American Goldfinch
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Weed of the Month: Common Blue Violet
This delicate-looking wildflower is irrepressible. Mow it down or pull it up, and it will almost always return. How does it survive and reproduce so well? Read Weed of the Month: Common Blue Violet
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Fieldwork: Bog Asphodel
This wetland plant is endangered in two states, but Brooklyn Botanic Garden is part of an effort to conserve the species. Read Fieldwork: Bog Asphodel
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Cherry Trees in Japanese Folklore
Cherry trees and blossoms have a special significance in Shinto and Buddhist traditions. They often symbolize the impermanence of life, but they can also represent violence or even death. Read Cherry Trees in Japanese Folklore
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Birds of Brooklyn: Osprey
These big, fish-eating raptors have migrated back in New York City, and they're great fun to observe. Read Birds of Brooklyn: Osprey
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Mikoshi: A Portable Shinto Shrine for BBG
This traditional handcrafted object is used in Shinto festivals in Japan. Learn more about its purpose. Read Mikoshi: A Portable Shinto Shrine for BBG
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Ambassadors Caroline Kennedy and Reiichiro Takahashi Plant a Cherry Tree at BBG
The lovely, white-blossomed cultivar is growing along the Japanese garden’s path just north of the viewing pavilion. Read Ambassadors Caroline Kennedy and Reiichiro Takahashi Plant a Cherry Tree at BBG
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ZZ Plant: A Narrative Guide
Is this common office plant with a reputation for being "easy" interesting enough for a curious plant enthusiast? Read ZZ Plant: A Narrative Guide
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Birds of Brooklyn: American Woodcock
This woodcock's mating ritual is a site to behold. Find out how and where to spot these funny-looking birds in action. Read Birds of Brooklyn: American Woodcock
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How to Grow Ferns in Your Garden
Ferns make great garden plants. Here's what you need to know to select and care for them. Read How to Grow Ferns in Your Garden