Did you know that some cherry trees are actually—kind of—two cherry trees? Read Cherry Trees Are Often Grafted. What Does that Mean?
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Urban Gardening & EcologyCherry Blossoms
Cherry Trees Are Often Grafted. What Does that Mean?
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Growing FoodUrban Gardening & Ecology
Waking Up Your Garden for Spring
Wherever you garden, there are plenty of tasks to tackle in preparation for the growing season. Read Waking Up Your Garden for Spring
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Urban Gardening & Ecology
Ask a Gardener: Is It a Weed or a Seedling?
BBG’s Laura Powell answers your spring gardening questions. Read Ask a Gardener: Is It a Weed or a Seedling?
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Urban Gardening & EcologyPlants & People
Weed of the Month: Garlic Mustard
Author Stephanie Foo contemplates—and tastes—this pungent, aggressive plant. Read Weed of the Month: Garlic Mustard
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Urban Gardening & Ecology
How to Garden on a Budget in NYC
Gardening can be surprisingly expensive, especially when you’re starting from scratch. Here are some tips. Read How to Garden on a Budget in NYC
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BBG Gardens & CollectionsPlants & People
“We Are Still Here”: Courtney Streett on Native Plants & Indigenous Knowledge
Courtney Streett (Nanticoke Indian Tribe) delivers the keynote address at this year's Making Brooklyn Bloom. Read “We Are Still Here”: Courtney Streett on Native Plants & Indigenous Knowledge
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Plants & People
So, You Want to Join a Community Garden?
Considering getting involved, but don’t know where to start? Keep reading! Read So, You Want to Join a Community Garden?
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Plants & People
The Rich History of Black Flower Vendors in New York City
“Beauty is a very necessary thing, I think,” says horticulturist and author Abra Lee. “As tough as things were, people had their flowers.” Read The Rich History of Black Flower Vendors in New York City
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Growing FoodUrban Gardening & Ecology
How to Grow Your Own Winecap Mushrooms
Winecaps (or “garden giants”) are growing in the Discovery Garden. Here’s how to start your own supply. Read How to Grow Your Own Winecap Mushrooms
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Urban Gardening & Ecology
Ask a Gardener: Should I Water My Plants in Winter?
BBG’s Laura Powell answers your winter gardening questions. Read Ask a Gardener: Should I Water My Plants in Winter?