Plants & Gardens Blog
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Great Moments in Plant Evolution, Part 2: The Origin of Trees and Forests
Four million years ago, plants were small and relatively simple in structure. How did they evolve into tree-sized organisms with roots, leaves, wood, and seeds? Read Great Moments in Plant Evolution, Part 2: The Origin of Trees and Forests
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Q&A with Brooklyn Botanic Garden President Adrian Benepe
This month, Adrian Benepe joins Brooklyn Botanic Garden as its seventh president. At a time of historic challenge, he shares his thoughts on the role botanic gardens can play in sustainable cities, resilient communities, and our collective mental health. Read Q&A with Brooklyn Botanic Garden President Adrian Benepe
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Get to Know the Garden’s Green Roof
On top of the Garden’s Visitor Center is a beautiful and functional green roof that looks like a prairie and helps reduce water pollution stormwater Read Get to Know the Garden’s Green Roof
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Children’s Garden Grows Food for the Community
When the Garden shut down in the spring, staff decided to raise food in the educational plots. Read Children’s Garden Grows Food for the Community
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Rose Garden Visit (Video)
Savor the play of spring light and colors, the sounds of birds and pollinators at work, and the fantastical profusion of blooms in this delightful video of the Rose Garden in June. Read Rose Garden Visit (Video)
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Lilacs in Bloom in Their New Home
The Lilac Collection is in bloom for the first spring in its new location.
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The Colorful Story of Brooklyn Botanic Garden’s Japanese Tree Peonies
Blooming at an historic and bittersweet moment, this rare planting of more than 300 peonies first arrived from Japan is 2002 and has persevered despite many unexpected setbacks. Read The Colorful Story of Brooklyn Botanic Garden’s Japanese Tree Peonies
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Cherry Esplanade Walk (Video)
Take a leisurely stroll along Cherry Walk and throughout Cherry Esplanade in this delightful video. Read Cherry Esplanade Walk (Video)
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Notice How Each Flowering Cherry Cultivar is Different
As the famous Kanzan cherry trees approach peak bloom, some wonderful later-blooming cultivars are also blossoming, like fragrant ‘Taki-Nioi’ and greenish-flowered ‘Ukon’. Read Notice How Each Flowering Cherry Cultivar is Different
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Japanese Garden in Spring (Video)
Take a closer look at the Japanese Garden on a sunny spring day. Read Japanese Garden in Spring (Video)
