Garden News Blog
Urban Gardening & Ecology
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BUGs Go Places
After a successful training program last fall, the very first class of certified Brooklyn Urban Gardeners (BUGs) is making a difference to community greening efforts throughout Brooklyn. Read BUGs Go Places
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How to Get a Lush Lawn
Looking to green your lawn the natural way? Join us for an informative workshop on sustainable lawn-care techniques on Tuesday, May 17, from 6 to 8 p.m. Read How to Get a Lush Lawn
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Trouble in Paradise: Are We Losing Our Native Bees?
On Wednesday, May 4 at 6:30 p.m. join the Torrey Botanical Society and Dr. Stephen Buchmann for a free illustrated talk showcasing North American native bee diversity and the threats facing bees and other pollinators. Read Trouble in Paradise: Are We Losing Our Native Bees?
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Blight-resistant Chestnut Trees Come to BBG
Today The New York Times and the Daily News both ran stories about new blight-resistant chestnuts coming to BBG. Read Blight-resistant Chestnut Trees Come to BBG
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Learn About Composting
Autumn is a great time to learn about composting! Read Learn About Composting
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Rats!
Is it realistic to imagine an urban garden—or a city—without rats? Read Rats!
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Take a Class at BBG!
Education is a big part of BBG’s mission. Since its inception 100 years ago, the Garden has offered a wide array of classes to thousands of New Yorkers. Read Take a Class at BBG!
