Plants & Gardens Blog

This snickering shorebird hits the beach in mid-April and stays through fall. You may also see it farther inland. Read › Birds of Brooklyn: Laughing Gull

For volunteer guides, returning to Brooklyn Botanic Garden is a meaningful homecoming. Read › Garden Guides Return

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. Read › Weed of the Month: Purple Deadnettle

The later-blooming magnolias on the plaza have an interesting history. Read › Eight Magnolia Hybrids Bred by Brooklyn Botanic Garden

This pungent plant sprouts early, then lies in wait for next spring. Read › Weed of the Month: Wild Garlic

Cherry blossoms are edible, and they make a lovely accompaniment to this simple, delicious panna cotta. Read › Eat Local: Cherry Blossom Panna Cotta

This vocal bird is thriving on insects these days. Read › Birds of Brooklyn: Carolina Wren

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

Mourning doves are common city birds known for their interesting song, symbolism, and fast flying. Read › Birds of Brooklyn: Mourning Dove

Test your knowledge with these four questions about urban gardening. Read › Quiz: How Much Do You Know About Gardening In the City?