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An African American Tree Activist Lived in Brooklyn
Remembering the environmental legacy of community activist Hattie Carthan, the “Tree Lady” of Brooklyn.
By Georgia Silvera Seamans -
Dr. Vivek Shandas on Trees and Equity in Cities
Dr. Vivek Shandas speaks with BBG about street trees, environmental justice, and how we can move toward a more equitable urban ecology.
By BBG Staff -
Artist Dario Mohr on Black History and Sacred Spaces
Artist and AnkhLave Arts Alliance founder Dario Mohr talks with BBG about reclaimed histories, his Grenadian heritage, and creating inclusive spaces in the arts.
By Ellie Shechet -
Weed of the Month: Porcelain Berry
These lovely speckled berries are all kinds of trouble. Birds love them, so much so that the vine has become invasive.
By Saara Nafici -
Weed of the Month: Bittersweet Nightshade
Poisonous to people, this lovely weed provides nourishment to birds. Look for both its flowers and berries in September.
By Saara Nafici -
Shinrin-Yoku: Spending Time in Nature as a Form of Meditation
The Japanese tradition known as "forest bathing" has been shown to have positive effects on mental and physical health.
By Lavender Suarez -
Weed of the Month: Oxeye Daisy
The cheerful-looking oxeye daisy is a scourge for those who love a manicured green lawn. Almost everyone else rather likes it.
By Joni Blackburn -
Weed of the Month: Pineapple Weed
This chamomile relative has many look-alikes, but a sniff will help you identify this species.
By Saara Nafici -
Weed of the Month: Cleavers
Galium aparine, or cleavers, is the type of weed that is probably already stuck to you before you even take notice of it.
By Kathryn Tam -
Weed of the Month: Purple Deadnettle
You'll see this member of the mint family in April in tree pits and empty lots. Most gardeners consider it a weed, though it's edible and quite pretty.
By Saara Nafici
