On Wednesday, May 4 at 6:30 p.m. join the Torrey Botanical Society and Dr. Stephen Buchmann for a free illustrated talk showcasing North American native bee diversity and the threats facing bees and other pollinators. Read Trouble in Paradise: Are We Losing Our Native Bees?
Plants & Gardens Blog
Into the Garden
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Trouble in Paradise: Are We Losing Our Native Bees?
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What is Cosplay?
Cosplayer Mario Bueno gives a brief examination of the costuming subculture featured at BBG's Sakura Matsuri festival. Read What is Cosplay?
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Dutchman’s Breeches in Bloom
Dicentra cuccullaria, often called Dutchman’s breeches, is in bloom in the Native Flora Garden. Read Dutchman’s Breeches in Bloom
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Bloodroot in Bloom
Spring ephemeral Sanguinaria canadensis (bloodroot) is in bloom in the Native Flora Garden this week. Read Bloodroot in Bloom
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The Roots Recognize Earth Day in Promo Filmed at BBG
Ever spotted your favorite garden on Gossip Girl, in Vogue, on Saturday Night Live, or in a Kohl’s ad? If so, you’ve seen some of our greatest recent hits of commercial photography filmed at BBG. Read The Roots Recognize Earth Day in Promo Filmed at BBG
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BBG Announces $7.5M Leon Levy Foundation Gift for Campaign for the Next Century
The Leon Levy Foundation, led by philanthropist Shelby White, has pledged its support of BBG's Campaign for the Next Century with a gift of $7.5 million, the largest contribution by a living donor in the institution’s 100-year history. Read BBG Announces $7.5M Leon Levy Foundation Gift for Campaign for the Next Century
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Trilliums, Charismatic Spring Ephemerals
Few plants herald the coming of spring like trilliums. Read Trilliums, Charismatic Spring Ephemerals
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Magnolia Plaza Bursts Into Bloom
Magnolia Plaza was slow to start this year thanks to the cool weather, but the wait was worth it. Read Magnolia Plaza Bursts Into Bloom
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Take a class at BBG this summer!
Registration is open for spring and summer classes and workshops at BBG! Read Take a class at BBG this summer!
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Bonsai: Small Tree, Big Heart
Bonsai can be translated from Japanese as “planted in a tray.” In fact, what is “planted” is not a plant at all. What is planted is essence, mood, and atmosphere. Read Bonsai: Small Tree, Big Heart