Patrick Dougherty will be back at work next week. Stop by to see him and the crew finishing the stickwork. Read Taking a Short Break
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Into the Garden
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Taking a Short Break
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First Section of Installation Complete
Scaffolding was removed from the first completed section of the Dougherty installation. Read First Section of Installation Complete
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Weaving a Nest
This morning I had the chance to volunteer to weave sticks (some the size of small trees!) and I have to rave about the experience. What a terrific way to step out of the office and into the Garden. Read Weaving a Nest
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August Garden Cocktail Night
Photos from BBG's August Garden Cocktail Night for Members Read August Garden Cocktail Night
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Day Five of the Dougherty Installation
With the scaffolding now in place and volunteers working through the weekend and Monday, the Patrick Dougherty installation is starting to take shape. Read Day Five of the Dougherty Installation
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Patrick Dougherty Installation in Progress
Work has begun on-site at BBG for Patrick Dougherty's sculptural installation. Read Patrick Dougherty Installation in Progress
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Harvesting Woody Plant Material on Staten Island
For three days in early August, a group of intrepid volunteers helped harvest the saplings that will become artist Patrick Dougherty's latest construction, a woven-wood sculpture created in honor of BBG's Centennial. Read Harvesting Woody Plant Material on Staten Island
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A Citrus Container Garden
This leafy low-maintenance container garden will keep citrus lovers happy all summer. Harvest the leaves for salads, teas, and cooking throughout the summer (they’re most aromatic just before the plants bloom), or dry them for later use. Read A Citrus Container Garden
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The Lilies of the Monocot Border
There’s always something blooming at BBG, and the past two weeks have been the Monocot Border’s time to shine. Read The Lilies of the Monocot Border
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Take a Class at BBG!
Education is a big part of BBG’s mission. Since its inception 100 years ago, the Garden has offered a wide array of classes to thousands of New Yorkers. Read Take a Class at BBG!