We spoke with Dr. Shalene Jha, associate professor in the department of integrative biology at the University of Texas-Austin, about urban habitats, “bee bread,” and gardening toward a better future. Read Shalene Jha on Community Gardens as Biodiversity Havens
Plants & Gardens Blog
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Shalene Jha on Community Gardens as Biodiversity Havens
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How to Identify Plants Without an App
Part of the fun in learning about the plant world is experiencing it with your own eyes. Read How to Identify Plants Without an App
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A Closer Look at the Monkey Puzzle Tree
Araucaria araucana is “like a mother,” says researcher Karina Speziale. “They feed the community. Many, many animals and humans depend on it.” Read A Closer Look at the Monkey Puzzle Tree
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Celebrating Caribbean Trees
People might think of plants as being removed from politics. “But they come with a lot of history,” says Chelsea Forgenie, co-curator of the exhibit Trees of Little Caribbean. Read Celebrating Caribbean Trees
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Weed of the Month: Fleabane
This daisy-like native wildflower is in bloom now. Look closely and you'll see its flower heads are made up of many smaller flowers. Read Weed of the Month: Fleabane
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All Eyes on the Redbud, and Other Trees in Bloom
This Arbor Day, take a moment to notice your local trees’ spring blooms. Read All Eyes on the Redbud, and Other Trees in Bloom
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Return of the Tulips
Brooklyn Botanic Garden’s iconic spring display of tulips is back in the Annual Border after a three-year absence. Read Return of the Tulips
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This Earth Day, Consider the Compost Pile
Wondering how you should celebrate Earth Day? Take a moment to brush up on your composting know-how. Read This Earth Day, Consider the Compost Pile
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How to Plant Bare Root Roses (Video)
Watch gardener Will Wallace plant bare root roses in the Cranford Rose Garden. Read How to Plant Bare Root Roses (Video)
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Weed of the Month: Lesser Celandine
This buttercup relative is lovely, but it's also invasive in 25 states. Learn more about it and its harmless native cousin, the marsh-marigold. Read Weed of the Month: Lesser Celandine